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Iams ProActive Health Minichunks Adult Lamb & Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food

Iams ProActive Health Minichunks Adult Lamb & Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food

Company info
Company HQ

McLean, Virginia

Parent company

Mars Petcare US

Product info

Age Range: Adult

Food Form Dry Dog Food

Cost per day: $0.05

Primary proteins
  • Lamb
  • Chicken By-Product Meal
  • Corn Gluten Meal
  • Chicken Meal

Ingredients

Lamb, Brewers Rice, Chicken By-Product Meal, Ground Whole Grain Barley, Ground Whole Grain Corn, Ground Whole Grain Sorghum, Corn Gluten Meal, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Chicken Meal, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Brewers Yeast, Dried Egg Product, Flaxseed, Potassium Chloride, Caramel Color, Carrots, Fructooligosaccharides, Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (source of Vitamin B1), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, Riboflavin Supplement (source of Vitamin B2), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (source of Vitamin B6), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Potassium Iodide), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Citric Acid (preservative), Rosemary Extract.

Breed sizes

size-1 Toy

size-2 Small

size-3 Medium

size-4 Large

size-5 Giant

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Overall Score

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59%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food's nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 36%

? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients' nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 60%

? We scan the FDA's database and rate each brand by the number of recalls in its history. Brands with fewer recalls receive higher ratings. Recall History 25%

? By comparing the prices of foods in our database, we determine if a food is above or below market average price. Lower-priced foods receive higher ratings. Price 87%

? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 89%

? Our rating system evaluates each food's manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 40%

? Based on the variety of sizes available. Size Variety 100%

Estimated Nutrient Content

To understand the nutrient content of pet food, we visualize its macronutrient composition in three ways. In the charts below, you'll see a guaranteed analysis on an as-fed basis, a dry matter analysis, and a breakdown of the food's macronutrients on a calorie-weighted basis.

Remember that all of these values are estimates based on the guaranteed analysis published by the company, and the food's actual nutrient values may be slightly different.

Guaranteed Analysis

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Protein:25%

Fat:14%

Fiber:5%

Moisture:10%

Ash:0%

Carb:46%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein:27.78%

Fat:15.56%

Fiber:5.56%

Ash:8%

Carb:51.11%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein:23.81%

Fat:32.38%

Carb:43.81%

Our Review

Pros

  • Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
  • Affordable

Cons

  • Low protein content
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains plant-based proteins
  • Contains artificial food dyes
  • Contains Chicken by products
  • The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Iams since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Iams - Canned cat food (06/09/2010) - +

Date: 06/09/2010
Company Name: The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description: Canned cat food
Recall Reason: Low thiamine levels

Iams - Cat food (07/25/2010) - +

Date: 07/25/2010
Company Name: The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description: Cat food
Recall Reason: Salmonella

Iams - Dry cat food (08/31/2010) - +

Date: 08/31/2010
Company Name: The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description: Dry cat food
Recall Reason: Salmonella

Iams - Dry dog food (12/06/2011) - +

Date: 12/06/2011
Company Name: The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description: Dry dog food
Recall Reason: Aflatoxin

Iams - Dog treats (03/22/2013) - +

Date: 03/22/2013
Company Name: The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description: Dog treats
Recall Reason: Potential for mold

Iams - Dog and Cat foods - Dry (08/14/2013) - +

Date: 08/14/2013
Company Name: The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description: Dog and Cat foods - Dry
Recall Reason: Potential for salmonella

Ingredient Review

Our review of Iams ProActive Health Minichunks Adult Lamb & Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food's ingredients.

The first ingredient is Lamb. Lamb is meat from a young sheep. In pet food, lamb may be a primary protein source as well as a source of animal fat, amino acids, and minerals.

The second ingredient is Brewers Rice. Brewers rice is a byproduct of the beer industry. The brewers rice in pet food has been dried and ground for use as a carbohydrate source, often in gluten-free recipes.

The third ingredient is Chicken By-Product Meal. In pet food, chicken by-product meal is often listed as a source of protein. Chicken by-product meal is produced by baking and grinding chicken parts that might not be used for human consumption including necks, feet, entrails, and undeveloped eggs.

The fourth ingredient is Ground Whole Grain Barley. Ground whole grain barley is a cereal grain that has been milled into smaller fragments for better digestibility. In pet food, whole grain ground barley serves as a source of carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals including iron.

The fifth ingredient is Ground Whole Grain Corn. Ground whole grain corn is made with cooked and/or dried kernels from any corn species. In pet food, ground whole grain corn can be a filler as well as source of inexpensive protein, carbohydrates, and fiber.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Iams ProActive Health Minichunks Adult Lamb & Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Iams ProActive Health Minichunks Adult Lamb & Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food is priced well below the average market price for dry dog food.

Nutritional Analysis

Your adult dog needs a balance of macro and micronutrients to thrive. A food formulated for adult maintenance or all life stages is made to meet these needs. While there can be a lot of variation in actual calorie density, adult dog foods are generally intended to provide for basic calorie needs of the average active dog. In addition to satisfying their energy needs, these foods provide the protein, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, and other nutrients your adult dog needs to survive. Again, not all adult foods are the same, so you may have to search around for the right fit for your dog.

With that in mind, we've compared Iams ProActive Health Minichunks Adult Lamb & Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food to the other 1525 dry dog food recipes in our database:

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Analysis Overview

Overall, this is a meat based food that's moderate in protein with moderate fat and moderate carbohydrate content relative to other dry dog foods.

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