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purina gourmet purina

dry food · dogs · 76/100 · Good

Looking for an alternative to purina gourmet purina? 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 purina gourmet purina in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus purina gourmet purina's 76/100. 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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purina gourmet purina vs its best alternative

Criterionpurina gourmet purinaOrijen Puppy
Overall gradeB 76/100A 93/100
Protein qualityAA
Nutritional balanceBA
Few undesirablesBA
Ingredient transparencyCA
Species fitBA
Crude protein25%38%
Protein (dry matter)27.5%43.2%
Estimated carbs40%18%
First ingredientTurkeyFresh chicken

Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.

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

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenPuppy93/100+17Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
  2. #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet92/100+16Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
  3. #3AOrijenSix Fish91/100+15Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
  4. #4AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe90/100+14Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 33% crude protein vs 25%.
  5. #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken & Rabbit89/100+13Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 35% crude protein vs 25%.
  6. #6ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe88/100+12Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 32% crude protein vs 25%.
  7. #7AEdgard & CooperAdult Poulet & Riz88/100+12Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 30% crude protein vs 25%.
  8. #8AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult88/100+12Wins on nutritional balance and few undesirables ; 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 purina gourmet purina?

In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus purina gourmet purina's 76/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to purina gourmet purina?

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 purina gourmet purina?

purina gourmet purina scores 76/100 (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.