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Summary
Nutrition
Recipe
Protein
Verdict
1/3
A-Star
Farm Chicken + Freeze-Dried Lamb Tripe Dog Food
Dog
Dry
Rating
★★★★☆
4.5 / 5
Protein Clarity
High
Animal Protein
High
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Legumes
Poultry
Red meat
Fish
Free From:
Gluten grains
Grains (gluten-free)
Dairy
Egg
Nuts
Shellfish
Unknown Meal
Pros
Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
Contains organ meats that provide natural vitamins and minerals.
Includes plant ingredients that can provide fiber and natural antioxidants.
Cons
Relies mostly on inorganic mineral supplements, which may be less bioavailable.
Is A-Star Farm Chicken + Freeze-Dried Lamb Tripe Dog Food dry dog food good?
A-Star Farm Chicken + Freeze-Dried Lamb Tripe Dog Food is a dry dog food rated 4.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. The recipe lists most animal ingredients by name and features real muscle meat as a primary protein source. However, most minerals are supplied in inorganic forms that may be less well absorbed. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Nuts, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Legumes, Poultry, Red meat, Fish.
Nutrition Breakdown
Dry Matter
As Fed
Protein
41%
Fat
18%
Est. Carbs
31%
Fiber
3.3%
Ash
7.8%
Moisture (9.7%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
Tips
Protein is Super High (41% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This can fit very active, working, or growing dogs, but dogs with kidney disease or other medical conditions need vet-guided diet targets.
References
Fat is High (18% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. It can support calorie needs for active or growing dogs, but portion control and pancreatitis history deserve extra attention.
References
Ingredients Analysis
47 of 47 matched
Prefer
6
Concerned
5
Notice
0
1
Fresh Chicken
2
Chicken Meal
3
Peas
4
Red Lentils
5
Chickpeas
6
Chicken Fat
7
Natural Flavor
8
Apple
9
Blueberry
10
Carrot
11
Spinach
12
Tomato
13
Cranberry
14
Broccoli
15
Pumpkin
16
Banana
17
Fish Oil
18
Salt
19
Calcium Carbonate
20
Calcium Propionate
21
Zinc Sulfate
22
Zinc Proteinate
23
Iron Proteinate
24
Copper Sulfate
25
Manganese Proteinate
26
Manganese Oxide
27
Calcium Iodate
28
Sodium Selenite
29
Vitamin A
30
Vitamin D3
31
Vitamin E
32
Niacin
33
Calcium Pantothenate
34
Riboflavin
35
Thiamine Mononitrate
36
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
37
Folic Acid
38
Vitamin B12
39
Chicory Root
40
Rosemary Extract
41
Choline Chloride
42
Potassium Chloride
43
Sodium Chloride
44
Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product
45
Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product
46
Bifidobacterium Fermentation Product
47
Lamb Tripe
Tips
Named animal proteins near the top: Fresh Chicken, Chicken Meal are listed early in the ingredient panel.
Plant protein signal: Peas, Red Lentils, Chickpeas may raise the listed protein percentage without meaning there is more meat.
Ingredients worth checking: Natural Flavor, Fish Oil, Salt.
Possible digestion triggers: Peas, Red Lentils, Chickpeas have digestion notes; watch tolerance if your pet has a sensitive stomach.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
High
High
Named
100%
Strong clarity: 100% of A-Star Farm Chicken + Freeze-Dried Lamb Tripe Dog Food's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named (like chicken or salmon). Only 0% use vague terms such as "meat meal" and 0% are by-products. Named protein ingredients let you verify the source and check for allergens.
Contributing ingredients
Named
Fresh Chicken
Chicken Meal
Lamb Tripe
Animal Protein
High
High
Animal
71%
Plant
29%
Meat-forward: 71% of the weighted protein in A-Star Farm Chicken + Freeze-Dried Lamb Tripe Dog Food comes from animal sources. Plant signals are modest (29% whole plants, 0% plant concentrates), so the protein profile leans on real meat.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
Fresh Chicken
Chicken Meal
Lamb Tripe
Plant
Peas
Red Lentils
Chickpeas
A-Star Farm Chicken + Freeze-Dried Lamb Tripe Dog Food dry dog food Review
A-Star Farm Chicken + Freeze-Dried Lamb Tripe Dog Food is a strong choice — rated 4.5 stars with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. A confident pick when the ingredient panel matches your pet's needs.
Best for
Owners who want clearly named protein sources
Pets avoiding gluten grains
Pets that thrive on muscle-meat protein
Avoid if
You're avoiding legumes
Key takeaways
Named animal proteins make up 100% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
Contains common allergens: Legumes, Poultry, Red meat, Fish.
On a dry-matter basis: 41% protein, 18% fat, 31% estimated carbohydrates.
71% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Nuts, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is A-Star Farm Chicken + Freeze-Dried Lamb Tripe Dog Food good for dogs?
Yes — rated 4.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content.
Does A-Star Farm Chicken + Freeze-Dried Lamb Tripe Dog Food contain Dairy?
Does A-Star Farm Chicken + Freeze-Dried Lamb Tripe Dog Food contain Egg?
Does A-Star Farm Chicken + Freeze-Dried Lamb Tripe Dog Food contain Legumes?
Does A-Star Farm Chicken + Freeze-Dried Lamb Tripe Dog Food contain Nuts?
Is A-Star Farm Chicken + Freeze-Dried Lamb Tripe Dog Food grain-free?
What are the main protein sources in A-Star Farm Chicken + Freeze-Dried Lamb Tripe Dog Food?
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