Primal · Freeze-dried food
Freeze-Dried Raw Venison Nuggets
For an adult dog that is moderately active and holding its weight, Primal Freeze-Dried Raw Venison Nuggets scores 87.6 out of 100. A score is for one dog: the same food scores differently for another.
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Who it is for
Made for dogs of every age and every size.
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.
An adult dog, moderately active, holding its weight87.6
The 87.6 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced fat (19.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goalProtein is 62.0% of dry matter. For this dog, a moderately active dog holding weight, full points are given between 25% and 50%.
30.6 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (57.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.13%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (19.0%) for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.
6 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of freeze-dried foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight72
The 72 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Fat is 20.7% of dry matter. For this dog, a moderately active dog losing weight, full points need fat under 13.5%.
15 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (57.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.13%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (19.0%) for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.
6 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of freeze-dried foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
A senior dog, calm, holding its weight72.2
The 72.2 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Moderate fat (19.0%) prevents weight gain for this dogProtein is 62.0% of dry matter. For this dog, a calm dog holding weight, full points are given between 22% and 45%.
17.5 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (57.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.13%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (19.0%) for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageExcellent Omega-3 (1.13%) for this dog's aging jointsFibre is 4.0% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 5%.
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
Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.
6 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of freeze-dried foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
An adult dog, very active, building muscle92
The 92 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (57.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalHigh fat (19.0%) fuels this dog's active lifestyle
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (57.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.13%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (19.0%) for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.
6 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of freeze-dried foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
An adult dog, very active, holding its weight92
The 92 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Great protein (57.0%) for this dog's active lifestyleBalanced fat (19.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goal
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (57.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.13%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (19.0%) for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.
6 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of freeze-dried foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle92
The 92 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
High protein (57.0%) supports this dog's muscle building goalGood fat (19.0%) provides energy for this dog
35 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (57.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.13%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (19.0%) for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.
6 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of freeze-dried foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weight85.3
The 85.3 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Balanced fat (19.0%) supports this dog's maintenance goalProtein is 62.0% of dry matter. For this dog, a moderately active dog holding weight, full points are given between 25% and 50%.
30.6 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (57.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.13%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (19.0%) for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's senior life stageExcellent Omega-3 (1.13%) for this dog's aging jointsFibre is 4.0% as fed. For a senior dog, full points start at 5%.
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
Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.
6 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of freeze-dried foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
An adult dog, calm, holding its weight74.5
The 74.5 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Moderate fat (19.0%) prevents weight gain for this dogProtein is 62.0% of dry matter. For this dog, a calm dog holding weight, full points are given between 22% and 45%.
17.5 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (57.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.13%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (19.0%) for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.
6 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of freeze-dried foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
An adult dog, calm, losing weight70.1
The 70.1 out of 100, part by part:
- Activity and goal
Adequate protein (57.0%) for this dog's lower activity levelFat is 20.7% of dry matter and fibre is 4.0% as fed. For this dog, a calm dog losing weight, full points need fat under 13.5% with fibre of 5% or more.
13.1 of 35 - Nutritional quality
Premium protein content (57.0%) for this dogExcellent Omega-3 (1.13%) for this dog's joints and coatOptimal caloric density for this dogBalanced fat content (19.0%) for this dogThe label gives no DHA figure, so those points could not be given.
23 of 25 - Life stage
Formulated for this dog's adult life stage
15 of 15 - Formulation integrity
Fresh meat as primary ingredient for this dogNo controversial ingredients — clean nutrition for this dog
10 of 10 - Format suitability
Format suitability calibrated for freeze driedThis part scores a kibble's size against the dog's size. A food that is not kibble gets 6 of its 10 points.
6 of 10 - Price value
Price per kilogram is in the most expensive quarter of freeze-dried foods. Full points are given for the cheapest quarter.
3 of 5
Every kind of dog
Each number is this food’s score out of 100 for that dog.
| Dog | Score |
|---|---|
| An adult dog, moderately active, holding its weight | 87.6 |
| An adult dog, moderately active, losing weight | 72 |
| A senior dog, calm, holding its weight | 72.2 |
| An adult dog, very active, building muscle | 92 |
| An adult dog, very active, holding its weight | 92 |
| An adult dog, moderately active, building muscle | 92 |
| A senior dog, moderately active, holding its weight | 85.3 |
| An adult dog, calm, holding its weight | 74.5 |
| An adult dog, calm, losing weight | 70.1 |
| A puppy, calm, holding its weight | 69.5 |
| A senior dog, calm, building muscle | 89.7 |
| A senior dog, very active, building muscle | 89.7 |
| A senior dog, moderately active, losing weight | 69.7 |
| An adult dog, calm, building muscle | 92 |
| A puppy, moderately active, holding its weight | 82.6 |
| A senior dog, very active, holding its weight | 89.7 |
| A puppy, moderately active, losing weight | 67 |
| A puppy, very active, losing weight | 69.5 |
| A senior dog, calm, losing weight | 67.8 |
| A puppy, calm, losing weight | 65.1 |
| A puppy, moderately active, building muscle | 87 |
| An adult dog, very active, losing weight | 74.5 |
| A senior dog, moderately active, building muscle | 89.7 |
| A puppy, very active, holding its weight | 87 |
| A puppy, very active, building muscle | 87 |
| A puppy, calm, building muscle | 87 |
| A senior dog, very active, losing weight | 72.2 |
What the label says
- Protein57%
- Fat19%
- Fibre4%
- Moisture8%
- Calcium1.32%
- Phosphorus1.19%
- Omega-62.32%
- Omega-31.13%
- Calories4,600 kcal per kg
- Feeding statementComplete and balanced for all life stages, by nutrient profile.
Ingredients
Venison (with ground bone), Venison Livers, Organic Kale, Organic Squash, Organic Carrots, Organic Apples, Organic Parsley, Organic Sunflower Seeds, Organic Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Broccoli, Organic Blueberries, Organic Cranberries, Montmorillonite Clay, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Cod Liver Oil, Fish Oil, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Sunflower Oil, Dried Yeast, Vitamin E Supplement, Organic Ground Alfalfa, Dried Organic Kelp, Taurine, Organic Rosemary Extract
BowlWise takes it off the list of a dog allergic to: venison, fish, legumes and sunflower.
Compared with primalpetfoods.com on October 9, 2026: ingredients, protein, fat, fibre and moisture.
Price
On June 21, 2026 Pet Valu listed the 0.397 kg pack at $53.99 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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