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Ultra Premium Direct

Croquettes Chien Junior Poulet

Dogs · kibble · 12 kg

A

Overall score86/100· Excellent

Summary

UPD puppy formula. 44% chicken, fat-rich for growth, DHA from salmon oil.

Sub-scores

AProteins
ANutrition balance
AUndesirables
ATransparency
ASpecies adaptability

Composition analysed

Dehydrated chicken (28%), fresh chicken (16%), rice, chicken fat, salmon oil, glucosamine

  1. ADehydrated chicken28%protein
  2. AFresh chicken16%protein
  3. BRicecereal
  4. AChicken fatfat
  5. ASalmon oilfat
  6. AGlucosaminebeneficial additive

Nutritional analysis

Crude protein
32%
Crude fat
20%
Ash
7%
Fibre
2%
Moisture
9%

Strengths

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

Weaknesses

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    Frequently asked questions

    What score does Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chien Junior Poulet get?

    Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chien Junior Poulet gets a grade of A (86/100), 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 Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chien Junior Poulet?

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

    Is Ultra Premium Direct Croquettes Chien Junior Poulet a good fit for dogs?

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

    How does PetFoodRate rate dry food?

    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.