Performatrin Ultra · Kibble
Grain-Free Senior Recipe Small Bite
For a senior dog that is calm and holding its weight, Performatrin Ultra Grain-Free Senior Recipe Small Bite scores 83.2 out of 100 if the dog is small. It is not offered to a medium-sized or large dog. A score is for one dog: the same food scores differently for another.
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Who it is for
Made for small senior dogs.
Not offered to puppies: Made for the senior life stage, not puppy.
Not offered to adult dogs: Made for the senior life stage, not adult.
Not offered to medium dogs: Kibble size not suitable for medium breed.
Not offered to large dogs: Kibble too small for large breed.
What it scores, and why
For the 9 commonest kinds of dog it is made for. Each row opens to the six parts of that score, in the scoring’s own sentences.
A senior dog, calm, holding its weightSmall 83.2Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 83.2 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (23.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelModerate fat (12.0%) prevents weight gain for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Optimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (12.0%) for this dogProtein is 25.6% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Omega-3 is 0.55% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.14% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
12 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageHigh fiber (6.0%) supports this dog's senior digestionOmega-3 is 0.55% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 0.8%.
12.7 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weightSmall 83.2Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 83.2 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced protein (23.0%) for this dog's moderate activityBalanced fat (12.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Optimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (12.0%) for this dogProtein is 25.6% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Omega-3 is 0.55% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.14% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
12 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageHigh fiber (6.0%) supports this dog's senior digestionOmega-3 is 0.55% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 0.8%.
12.7 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
A senior dog, calm, building muscleSmall 62.2Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 62.2 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Protein is 25.6% of dry matter. For this dog, a calm dog building muscle, full points start at 30%.
14 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Optimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (12.0%) for this dogProtein is 25.6% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Omega-3 is 0.55% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.14% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
12 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageHigh fiber (6.0%) supports this dog's senior digestionOmega-3 is 0.55% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 0.8%.
12.7 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
A senior dog, very active, building muscleSmall 56.9Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 56.9 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Protein is 25.6% of dry matter. For this dog, a very active dog building muscle, full points start at 32%.Fat is 13.3% of dry matter. For this dog, a very active dog building muscle, full points start at 15%.
8.7 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Optimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (12.0%) for this dogProtein is 25.6% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Omega-3 is 0.55% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.14% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
12 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageHigh fiber (6.0%) supports this dog's senior digestionOmega-3 is 0.55% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 0.8%.
12.7 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
A senior dog, moderately active, losing weightSmall 68.2Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 68.2 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Low fat (12.0%) supports this dog's weight loss goalProtein is 25.6% of dry matter. For this dog, a moderately active dog losing weight, full points start at 26%.
20 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Optimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (12.0%) for this dogProtein is 25.6% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Omega-3 is 0.55% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.14% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
12 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageHigh fiber (6.0%) supports this dog's senior digestionOmega-3 is 0.55% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 0.8%.
12.7 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
A senior dog, very active, holding its weightSmall 65.7Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 65.7 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced fat (12.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goalProtein is 25.6% of dry matter. For this dog, a very active dog holding weight, full points start at 30%.
17.5 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Optimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (12.0%) for this dogProtein is 25.6% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Omega-3 is 0.55% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.14% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
12 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageHigh fiber (6.0%) supports this dog's senior digestionOmega-3 is 0.55% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 0.8%.
12.7 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
A senior dog, calm, losing weightSmall 83.2Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 83.2 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Adequate protein (23.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelLow fat (12.0%) + high fiber (6.0%) — ideal for this dog's weight loss
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Optimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (12.0%) for this dogProtein is 25.6% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Omega-3 is 0.55% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.14% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
12 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageHigh fiber (6.0%) supports this dog's senior digestionOmega-3 is 0.55% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 0.8%.
12.7 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
A senior dog, moderately active, building muscleSmall 48.2, under 50Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 48.2 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Protein is 25.6% of dry matter. For this dog, a moderately active dog building muscle, full points start at 30%.Fat is 13.3% of dry matter. For this dog, a moderately active dog building muscle, full points start at 15%.
0 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Optimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (12.0%) for this dogProtein is 25.6% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Omega-3 is 0.55% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.14% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
12 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageHigh fiber (6.0%) supports this dog's senior digestionOmega-3 is 0.55% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 0.8%.
12.7 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
A senior dog, very active, losing weightSmall 65.7Medium not offeredLarge not offered
The 65.7 out of 100 for a small dog, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Low fat (12.0%) + high fiber (6.0%) supports this dog's weight lossProtein is 25.6% of dry matter. For this dog, a very active dog losing weight, full points start at 30%.
17.5 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Optimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (12.0%) for this dogProtein is 25.6% of dry matter. Full points for protein start at 33.3%.Omega-3 is 0.55% as fed. Full points for omega-3 start at 0.8%.DHA is 0.14% as fed. Full points for DHA start at 0.3%.
12 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageHigh fiber (6.0%) supports this dog's senior digestionOmega-3 is 0.55% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 0.8%.
12.7 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Small kibble — perfect for this dog's small breed
10 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is above the middle of kibble foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3.5 of 5
Every kind of dog
Each number is this food’s score out of 100 for that dog.
| Dog | Small | Medium | Large |
|---|---|---|---|
| An adult dog, moderately active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, calm, holding its weight | 83.2 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, very active, building muscle | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, very active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weight | 83.2 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, calm, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, calm, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, calm, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, calm, building muscle | 62.2 | not offered | not offered |
| A senior dog, very active, building muscle | 56.9 | not offered | not offered |
| A senior dog, moderately active, losing weight | 68.2 | not offered | not offered |
| An adult dog, calm, building muscle | not offered | ||
| A puppy, moderately active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, very active, holding its weight | 65.7 | not offered | not offered |
| A puppy, moderately active, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, very active, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, calm, losing weight | 83.2 | not offered | not offered |
| A puppy, calm, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, moderately active, building muscle | not offered | ||
| An adult dog, very active, losing weight | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, moderately active, building muscle | 48.2* | not offered | not offered |
| A puppy, very active, holding its weight | not offered | ||
| A puppy, very active, building muscle | not offered | ||
| A puppy, calm, building muscle | not offered | ||
| A senior dog, very active, losing weight | 65.7 | not offered | not offered |
* Under 50, so the food is not on that dog’s list.
Not offered: Made for the senior life stage, not adult.
Not offered: Kibble size not suitable for medium breed.
Not offered: Kibble too small for large breed.
Not offered: Made for the senior life stage, not puppy.
What the label says
- Protein23%
- Fat12%
- Fibre6%
- Moisture10%
- Calcium0.55%
- Phosphorus0.45%
- Omega-62%
- Omega-30.55%
- DHA0.14%
- EPA0.056%
- Calories3,854 kcal per kg, 433 kcal per cup
- Feeding statementComplete and balanced for adult maintenance, by nutrient profile.
Ingredients
Turkey (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Lentils, Peas, Dried Potato, Chickpeas, Tapioca, Duck Meal, Potato Protein, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols and Citric Acid), Chicken, Natural Flavour, Salmon Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols and Citric Acid), Dried Tomato Pomace, Broccoli, Pumpkin, Flaxseed, Vitamin E Supplement, Kale, Dried Marine Microalgae, DL-Methionine, Chicory Root Extract, Dried Kelp, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Apples, Blueberries, Cranberries, Dried Yeast, New Zealand Green Mussel, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Parsley, Turmeric, Cinnamon, Yucca Schidigera Extract, L-Carnitine, Fennel Seed, Green Tea Extract, Garlic, Rosemary Extract, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium bifidum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Vitamins (Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin Supplement, Beta Carotene, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Zinc Oxide, Calcium Carbonate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate).
BowlWise takes it off the list of a dog allergic to: chicken, turkey, duck, fish, salmon, shellfish and legumes.
Price
On March 12, 2026 Pet Valu listed the 5.44 kg bag at $63.99 in Canadian dollars.
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These scores are BowlWise’s own, worked out from each food’s label for one kind of dog at a time. They are not veterinary advice. How a score is worked out: How we score.
Scores as of October 12, 2026.
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