Alternatives to
Wellness CORE Original Adult
Looking for an alternative to Wellness CORE Original Adult? Here are dry food products for dogs that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.
The best-rated alternative to Wellness CORE Original Adult in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus Wellness CORE Original Adult's 87/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.
Wellness CORE Original Adult vs its best alternative
| Criterion | Wellness CORE Original Adult | Orijen Puppy |
|---|---|---|
| Overall grade | A 87/100 | A 93/100 |
| Protein quality | A | A |
| Nutritional balance | A | A |
| Few undesirables | A | A |
| Ingredient transparency | B | A |
| Species fit | B | A |
| Crude protein | 34% | 38% |
| Protein (dry matter) | 37.8% | 43.2% |
| Estimated carbs | 27% | 18% |
| First ingredient | Dehydrated chicken | Fresh chicken |
Wins on ingredient transparency and species fit ; 38% crude protein vs 34%.
Orijen Puppy outscores 100% of dry food for dogs in our database.
8 better-graded alternatives
- #1AOrijenPuppy93/100+6Wins on ingredient transparency and species fit ; 38% crude protein vs 34%.
- #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet92/100+5Wins on ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 34%.
- #3AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe90/100+3Wins on ingredient transparency.
- #4AOrijenSix Fish90/100+3Higher overall score ; 38% crude protein vs 34%.
- #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken & Rabbit89/100+2Higher overall score ; 35% crude protein vs 34%.
- #6AEdgard & CooperPuppy Poulet et Canard Frais88/100+1Wins on ingredient transparency and species fit.
- #7AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult88/100+1Wins on ingredient transparency.
- #8ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe88/100+1Higher overall score.
Cheaper alternatives per kilo
- #1ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe6.40€/kg-0.80€
- #2ACarniloveSalmon Turkey Puppy7.00€/kg-0.20€
- #3AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chien Junior Poulet5.80€/kg-1.40€
- #4ACarniloveSalmon Adult Dog6.50€/kg-0.70€
- #5ACarniloveGrain-Free Saumon6.80€/kg-0.40€
- #6ANatureaNaturals Adult Poulet5.80€/kg-1.40€
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 Wellness CORE Original Adult?
In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus Wellness CORE Original Adult's 87/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Wellness CORE Original Adult?
Yes: Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe costs less per kg for the same use (dry food, dogs). More cheaper-per-kg options are in the dedicated section further down.
Why switch from Wellness CORE Original Adult?
Wellness CORE Original Adult scores 87/100 (A) 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.
