Alternatives to
taste of the wild
Looking for an alternative to taste of the wild? Here are dry food products for dogs that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.
The best-rated alternative to taste of the wild in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus taste of the wild's 79/100. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.
taste of the wild vs its best alternative
| Criterion | taste of the wild | Orijen Puppy |
|---|---|---|
| Overall grade | B 79/100 | A 93/100 |
| Protein quality | A | A |
| Nutritional balance | B | A |
| Few undesirables | A | A |
| Ingredient transparency | C | A |
| Species fit | B | A |
| Crude protein | 25% | 38% |
| Protein (dry matter) | 27.5% | 43.2% |
| Estimated carbs | 40% | 18% |
| First ingredient | Lamb | Fresh 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
- #1AOrijenPuppy93/100+14Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
- #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet92/100+13Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
- #3AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe90/100+11Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 33% crude protein vs 25%.
- #4AOrijenSix Fish90/100+11Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
- #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken & Rabbit89/100+10Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 35% crude protein vs 25%.
- #6AEdgard & CooperPuppy Poulet et Canard Frais88/100+9Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 30% crude protein vs 25%.
- #7AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult88/100+9Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 30% crude protein vs 25%.
- #8ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe88/100+9Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 32% crude protein vs 25%.
Other food types for dogs
- #1AZIWI PeakAir-Dried Beef Recipe91/100raw food
- #2APure Pet FoodChicken Dinner Air-Dried89/100raw food
- #3ALily's KitchenTerrine Grain-Free87/100wet food
- #4AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Effilochés - Dinde au saumon86/100wet food
- #5ALily's KitchenCottage Pie with Beef86/100wet food
- #6AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Canard & Poulet85/100wet food
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to taste of the wild?
In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus taste of the wild's 79/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.
Is there a cheaper alternative to taste of the wild?
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 taste of the wild?
taste of the wild 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.
