Best Healthy Dog Food Options of 2023
Last updated, March 2023
Dog owners who are on the lookout for the best dog food often face a frustrating experience, not knowing what kind they need and what really is the difference between all these foods, anyway. In an ideal world, every dog food brand would create an equal, high quality product. Instead, there are hundreds of options that claim to be the best dog food, but few that actually live up to the claims on their packaging.
Truth is, without proper oversight and regulations in place, some of the claims on proteins and vitamins and minerals just aren’t substantiated. Further, to know what truly is a balanced diet for your specific dog is a whole other ballgame.
We understand why this is such a problem and are here to help you find your next bag of dog food. You want the best for your dog. We get it.
We’ve tested and further researched each of the options below to ensure the quality of their product and to evaluate some of the key differences, in an effort to sift through the options. Below, we’ve compiled expert advice on the topic in order to take away some of your frustrations.
1
4.9/5
9.8
- Premium, named meat proteins
- Nutritionally complete and balanced
- Human-grade proteins and vegetables
- 2 week trial with multiple recipes
READ OUR NOM NOM REVIEW
2
4.8/5
9.6
- No fillers or artificial flavors
- Specific meal plan for breed, activity level, and age
- Human-grade meat sourced from AUS and US
- Ships for free in US (ex. AK, HI)
READ OUR OLLIE REVIEW
3
4.2/5
8.6
- Premium, named meat proteins
- Nutritionally complete and balanced
- Human-grade proteins and vegetables
- 2 week trial with multiple recipes
READ OUR PET PLATE REVIEW
4
4.1/5
8.2
- Vet-designed recipes, portion control instructions
- Hormone-free, human-grade proteins and veggies
- Less Expensive than subscription meal services
- Full flexibility - pause or cancel any time
READ OUR RAW PAWS REVIEW
5
4.1/5
8.1
- Farm raised chickens
- Vitamin and minerals added to complete nutrition needs
- No poultry by-product meal
- Transparent ingredients and sourcing
READ OUR RACHAEL RAY REVIEW
6
3.9/5
7.9
- Formula transparency - no artificial ingredients
- Grain-free, soy free and non-GMO pet food
- Small sized kibble, suitable for all sized breeds
- Humanely raised animals
READ OUR OPEN FARM REVIEW
7
3.8/5
7.7
- Essential vitamins and minerals
- High quality protein, balanced nutritional support
- 3 flavor options to choose from
- Diet rich in protein and packed with natural ingredients
READ OUR WELLNESS REVIEW
8
3.7/5
7.6
- Probiotics & enzymes for digestive support
- Family owned business, passionate about pet's health
- Multiple protein sources to choose from
- Grain-free, whole fruits and veggies - 100% natural
READ OUR NATURE’S LOGIC REVIEW
9
3.6/5
7.4
- 9 strain proprietary probiotics
- Omega fatty acids for healthy skin and coat
- Loaded with vitamins and minerals
- Roasted meat - for a taste like none other
READ OUR TASTE OF THE WILD REVIEW
Dog Food FAQ
How long does it take a dog to digest food?
Depending on the type and amount of food it can take up to 12 hours for your dogs food to digest or in as little as 8 hours. Also the size, age and breed of your dog can affect how long it will take them to digest. If your dog isn’t drinking enough water this can also be a factor in their food digestion.
How many cups in a pound of dog food?
A typical 50 pound bag of dog food will equal out to about 200 cups. A pound of dog food normally is 4 cups, so if you are giving your dog 2 cups a day you will need around four 50 pound bags of dog food a year!
Can puppies eat adult dog food?
When puppies are 6-12 weeks they should be eating dog food that is for puppies due to the fact most puppy food has specific nutrients incorporated to help their development. Once your dog has grown enough the amount of food and type changes depending on their size. Smaller dogs have different nutritional needs than bigger dogs. Overall you should only feed your puppies puppy food and your adult dogs adult food.
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