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Instinct Raw Boost Mixers

dry food · dogs · 79/100 · Good

Looking for an alternative to Instinct Raw Boost Mixers? Here are dry food products for dogs that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.

In short

The best-rated alternative to Instinct Raw Boost Mixers in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus Instinct Raw Boost Mixers's 79/100. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.

By Theo Blanchard · reviewed by Max Kowalski · updated June 2026 · independent grading, no sponsorship

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Instinct Raw Boost Mixers vs its best alternative

CriterionInstinct Raw Boost MixersOrijen Puppy
Overall gradeB 79/100A 93/100
Protein qualityAA
Nutritional balanceBA
Few undesirablesAA
Ingredient transparencyCA
Species fitBA
Crude protein25%38%
Protein (dry matter)27.5%43.2%
Estimated carbs40%18%
First ingredientBeefFresh chicken

Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.

Orijen Puppy outscores 100% of dry food for dogs in our database.

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenPuppy93/100+14Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
  2. #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet92/100+13Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
  3. #3AOrijenSix Fish91/100+12Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
  4. #4AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe90/100+11Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 33% crude protein vs 25%.
  5. #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken & Rabbit89/100+10Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 35% crude protein vs 25%.
  6. #6ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe88/100+9Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 32% crude protein vs 25%.
  7. #7AEdgard & CooperAdult Poulet & Riz88/100+9Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 30% crude protein vs 25%.
  8. #8AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult88/100+9Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 30% crude protein vs 25%.

Other food types for dogs

  1. #1AZIWI PeakAir-Dried Beef Recipe91/100raw food
  2. #2APure Pet FoodChicken Dinner Air-Dried89/100raw food
  3. #3ALily's KitchenTerrine Grain-Free87/100wet food
  4. #4AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Effilochés - Dinde au saumon86/100wet food
  5. #5ALily's KitchenCottage Pie with Beef86/100wet food
  6. #6AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Canard & Poulet85/100wet food

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to Instinct Raw Boost Mixers?

In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus Instinct Raw Boost Mixers's 79/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Instinct Raw Boost Mixers?

Cheaper-per-kg options for the same use are listed in the dedicated section on this page whenever our database has them.

Why switch from Instinct Raw Boost Mixers?

Instinct Raw Boost Mixers scores 79/100 (B) on our A-E method. Buyers look for an alternative to get higher protein quality, fewer undesirables, better transparency, or a better species fit. Our grading is independent with no sponsorship.