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Acana

Wild Prairie Recipe

Dogs · kibble · 11.4 kg

A

Overall score90/100· Excellent

Summary

Biologically Appropriate kibble. Fresh protein mix (chicken, turkey, fish) at the top of the list. Grain-free, low glycemic thanks to lentils.

Sub-scores

AProteins
ANutrition balance
AUndesirables
ATransparency
BSpecies adaptability

Composition analysed

Fresh chicken (22%), dehydrated chicken (12%), turkey (8%), white fish (6%), peas, lentils, chicken fat (5%), sweet potato, salmon oil, vitamin E, zinc

  1. AFresh chicken22%protein
  2. ADehydrated chicken12%protein
  3. ATurkey8%protein
  4. BWhite fish6%protein
  5. BPeascereal
  6. BLentilscereal
  7. AChicken fat5%fat
  8. ASweet potatocereal
  9. ASalmon oilfat
  10. AVitamin Evitamin mineral
  11. AZincvitamin mineral

Nutritional analysis

Crude protein
33%
Crude fat
17%
Ash
8%
Fibre
4%
Moisture
12%

Strengths

  • First ingredient is a named animal protein
  • No undesirable additives detected
  • Transparent labelling (detailed percentages)
  • Balanced nutritional profile

Weaknesses

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    PetFoodRate editorial review

    Acana Wild Prairie is Orijen's more accessible sister brand, made in the exact same kitchen in Alberta, Canada. The difference: 75 percent animal protein (vs Orijen's 85 percent) and a slightly lower price. For 90 percent of dog owners, Acana is the sweet spot between premium nutrition and reasonable cost. Fresh chicken leads the list at 22 percent, followed by dehydrated chicken, turkey, and white fish. Grain-free with peas and lentils as the main carbohydrate sources. The formula includes probiotics and omega-3 from salmon oil. At 7.80 EUR per kg, it undercuts Orijen by about 10 percent while delivering nearly identical nutritional quality.

    Compared to the competition

    AAcanavsAOrijen Original Adult Poulet

    Orijen is 2 points higher (92 vs 90) and 10% more expensive. The extra 10% animal protein matters for working dogs, not for couch companions. Acana is the rational choice.

    AAcanavsATaste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe

    Taste of the Wild scores 88/100 vs Acana's 90/100. TOTW is 20% cheaper but uses meal (not fresh) as the first ingredient. Acana wins on protein freshness; TOTW wins on value.

    Frequently asked questions

    Acana vs Orijen: is Acana good enough?

    Yes. Acana scores 90/100 vs Orijen's 92/100. The 2-point gap is mostly the animal protein percentage (75% vs 85%). For a non-working adult dog, 75% animal protein is more than sufficient. Acana is 10% cheaper for 98% of the quality.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What score does Acana Wild Prairie Recipe get?

    Acana Wild Prairie Recipe gets a grade of A (90/100), i.e. "excellent", on the PetFoodRate A to E scale. The grade combines five axes: protein quality, nutritional balance, absence of undesirable ingredients, labelling transparency and species suitability.

    What are the strengths and weaknesses of Acana Wild Prairie Recipe?

    Strengths: First ingredient is a named animal protein, No undesirable additives detected, Transparent labelling (detailed percentages), Balanced nutritional profile.

    Is Acana Wild Prairie Recipe a good fit for dogs?

    On species suitability, this product scores B. It is broadly suited to the needs of dogs, as part of a balanced diet.

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    PetFoodRate grades every product from A to E independently and deterministically, from the ingredient list and analytical constituents, with no sponsored brands and no influence from affiliate links.