My Perfect Pet (Frozen)

by Mike Sagman
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Rating: ★★★★★

My Perfect Pet dog food earns the Advisor’s top rating of 5 stars.

The My Perfect Pet product line includes five cooked-frozen dog foods… four meeting AAFCO nutrient profiles for adult maintenance and one for puppies (Buckaroo Blend).

The following is a list of recipes available at the time of this review.

  • My Perfect Pet Roxy’s Blend Grain Free Lamb
  • My Perfect Pet Snuggles Blend Reduced Mineral1
  • My Perfect Pet Buckaroo Blend Chicken and Beef
  • My Perfect Pet Boomer’s Blend Chicken and Beef
  • My Perfect Pet Hunter’s Roxy’s Blend Grain Free Turkey and Salmon

My Perfect Pet Hunter’s Roxy’s Blend Grain Free Turkey and Salmon was selected to represent the others in the line for this review.

My Perfect Pet Hunter's Blend

Frozen Dog Food

Estimated Dry Matter Nutrient Content

Protein = 37% | Fat = 20% | Carbs = 35%

Ingredients: Turkey, salmon filet, whole sweet potato, spinach, chicken liver, organic safflower oil, microcrystalline hydroxyapatite (natural calcium), wild caught fish oil, natural kelp, zinc amino acid chelate, vitamin E oil, vitamin D oil, choline bitartrate, ferrous, sulfate, copper amino acid chelate

Fiber (estimated dry matter content) = 3.7%

Red items when present indicate controversial ingredients

The first ingredient in this dog food is turkey. Turkey is considered “the clean combination of flesh and skin… derived from the parts or whole carcasses of turkey”.2

Turkey is naturally rich in the ten essential amino acids required by a dog for optimal health.

The second ingredient includes salmon. Salmon is a fatty marine and freshwater fish not only high in protein but also omega 3 fatty acids… essential oils needed to sustain life.

The third ingredient is sweet potato. Sweet potatoes are a good source of complex carbohydrates in a dog food. They are naturally rich in fiber, beta carotene and other healthy nutrients.

The fourth ingredient lists spinach. Due to its exceptional vitamin and mineral content, spinach exhibits a remarkably high nutrient Completeness Score3 of 91 (out of a possible 100).

The fifth ingredient is chicken liver. This is an organ meat sourced from a named animal. So long as it’s not over-weighted in a dog food, chicken liver is a beneficial component.

The sixth ingredient is safflower oil. Safflower oil is nutritionally similar to sunflower oil. Since these oils are high in omega-6 fatty acids and contain no omega-3′s, they’re considered less nutritious than canola or flaxseed oils.

Safflower oil is notable for its resistance to heat damage during cooking.

The seventh ingredient is hydroxyapatite. Hydroxyapatite is the main mineral compound found in bone. The microcrystaline form of this mineral provides an easy-to-absorb source of calcium.

The eighth ingredient is fish oil. Fish oil is naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids… and (depending on the level of its purity) should be considered a healthy addition.

From here, the list goes on to include a number of other items.

But to be realistic, ingredients located this far down the list (other than nutritional supplements) are not likely to affect the overall rating of this product.

With three notable exceptions…

First, although we find only minimal vitamin and mineral itemization on the label, we are reassured to see an unusually detailed list of included nutrients on the company’s website.4

Next, this recipe also contains chelated minerals… minerals that have been chemically attached to protein. This makes them easier to absorb. Chelated minerals are usually found in better dog foods.

And lastly, because it’s frozen, the product line appears to contain no preservatives… a rare feature in a commercial dog food.

My Perfect Pet Dog Food
The Bottom Line

Judging by its ingredients alone, My Perfect Pet looks to be an excellent dog food.

But ingredient quality by itself cannot tell the whole story. We still need to estimate the product’s meat content before determining a final rating.

The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 37%, a fat level of 20% and estimated carbohydrates of about 35%.

As a group, the brand features an average protein content of 33% and a mean fat level of 20%. Together, these figures suggest a carbohydrate content of 39% for the overall product line.

Near-average protein. Near-average fat. And near-average carbs when compared to the typical dog food in our database.5

Free of any notable plant-based protein boosters, this looks like the profile of a dog food containing a notable amount of meat.

Both Roxy’s Blend and Hunter’s Blend are grain free.

Although we rarely comment on any features besides those detailed on the label, we feel compelled to mention that all ingredients used to make these products are USDA/FDA certified restaurant grade and fully cooked to FDA standards.

Bottom line?

My Perfect Pet Dog Food is a meat-based cooked-frozen product using a notable amount of fresh poultry, lamb or fish as its main sources of animal protein… thus earning the brand 5 stars.

Enthusiastically recommended.

Those looking for something close to a nutritious home-cooked meal for their pets may wish to take a closer look at this My Perfect Pet product line.

A Final Word

This review is designed to help you make a more informed decision when buying dog food. However, our rating system is not intended to suggest feeding a particular product will result in specific health benefits for your pet.

For a better understanding of how we analyzed this product, please be sure to read our article, “The Problem with Dog Food Reviews”

Remember, no dog food can possibly be appropriate for every life stage, lifestyle or health condition. So, choose wisely. And when in doubt consult a veterinarian for help.

Have an opinion about this dog food… or maybe the review itself? Please know… we welcome your comments.

Notes and Updates

03/05/2011 Original review

  1. Claimed to promote urinary tract health ↩
  2. Adapted by the Dog Food Advisor and based upon the official definition for chicken published by the Association of American Feed Control Officials, Official Publication, 2008 Edition ↩
  3. Completeness Score is a measure of a food’s relative nutrient content and is computed by NutritionData.com from the USDA’s National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference ↩
  4. My Perfect Pet website ↩
  5. Average of all wet, dry and raw dog foods in the current Dog Food Advisor database, 3/5/2011 ↩
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  • guest

    what flavor was it? you should definitely contact the company as well….

  • J.D.J

    . i fed this food for my older dog because he’s my baby and decided it was worth the investment. (we have big dogs so feeding this is like a car payment) a couple months ago, eh got really sick and we almost lost him. we kept taking him to the vet, and he was vomitting and ahving major diarhea and we’d cook him chicken and rice until we get over the hump. he would seemingly get better, and then we’d start hi m back on the food and he would go through the same thing. finally the vet recommended we change his diet to see if its the food and he’s not had a problem since. 

    Really hate to think it was the food but i tried to fed the rest of the bars to my other dog and he wouldn’t eat it. which what lab says no to food? i think he knew.

  • Dawn Leder

    I WILL HAVE MY FIRST ORDER HERE BY WEDS OCT 5TH!! I CAN NOT WAIT! WE WORKED IT ALL OUT..NOW HAVE TO HOPE MY GIRLS HAVE NO PROBLEM WITH IT (ALLERGIES) AND HOPE THEY LIKE. WHICH I REALLY CAN’T IMAGINE WHY THEY WOULDN’T.
    I DO WISH I LIVED CLOSE THOUGH THAT SHIPPING RUINS IT FOR ME TO BE ABLE TO FEED THIS TO THEM…BOTH..FOR EVERY MEAL! I KEEP HOPING SHE’LL GET A DISTRIBUTOR OR SOMETHING IN THE LONG ISLAND NY AREA :o )

  • Nicole S.

    This is what the website says:

    Pricing for direct delivery:
    (each case contains 48 food bars / 24 lbs of food)
    Minimum shipping quantity = 1 case (6 bags of 8 bars each)
    Minimum quantity for home delivery= 3 cases
    (Home Delivery = Delivery within San Diego)

    Minimum quantity for personal blend = 3 cases

    I just added the personal blend on there. If you would like a single case shipped, they would be happy to help you out with that. If you would like to email your order in. Please provide your address, phone number, and the quantity that you would like shipped. That will help customer service to provide you with the exact shipping cost. Check out the website: http://www.myperfectpet.net and click on the purchase page for more information.

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  • Dawn Leder

    thanks mike… i use pet flow a lot.. i didnt see the other link you mentioned? ill have to go check…

  • http://DogFoodAdvisor.com Mike Sagman

    Hi Dawn… PetFlow is the only online retailer I link to directly from my website (see my Disclaimer and Disclosure in the footer of every page). And just like with any local pet supply store, no online retailer sells every dog food available on the market.

    The other link I’ve created takes you to my new Directory of local pet food retailers. That directory was just launched just a few weeks ago and is gradually filling up with great stores. It may take a year or longer for it to be full enough to be considered a diverse directory. Hope this helps.

  • Dawn Leder

    MIKE
    IM WONDERING…WHY NO MATTER WHAT FOOD I LOOK AT OF WHERE TO ORDER IT ALWAYS ALWAYS COMES UP PETFLOW?? LOL THEY DO NOT SELL THIS FOOD..THEY DONT SELL ANY RAW OR FROZEN FOOD OF ANY KIND… I WISH THEY DID…BT IM JUST WONDERING WHY THATS THE ONLY STORE THAT COMES UP?
    HAVE A GREAT NIGHT!

  • Dawn Leder

    YES YOU DO HAVE TO BUY 3 CASES…I;VE ALREADY SPOKEN WITH HER…IF YOU LIVE IN THE AREA YES YOUR RIGHT BUT WHEN SHIPPED TO NY…YOU DEF HAVE TO BUY 3 CASES THEN PAY 50$ SHIPPING :o *( TRUST ME I TRIED EVERYTHING IN THE WORLD TO BE ABLE TO HAVE THIS FOOD…IT WOULD HAVE HELPED ME TREMENDOUSLY IN MY SITUATION…BUT WITH BARELY ANY INCOME…I JUST COULDNT DO…

  • Nicole S.

    You only have to buy 3 cases of the product if you are buying a personal blend. If you are interested in one of the regular blends, like Boomer, Hunter, Roxy, Snuggles, or Buckaroo then they can ship you 1 container with 5-7 bags in it. There are different options, to fit each customer’s personal needs.

  • DAWN LEDER

    ROSE ….I WOULD HAVE LOVED TO GIVE TO MY GIRLS…BUT SHIPPING IS $30 AND YOU “HAVE” TO BUY AT LEAST 3 CASES AT A TIME…NOOO WAY…WITH ME AND HUBBY BOTH JOBLESS …EVEN IF NOT…. ITS SOOO EXPENSIVE..UNLESS YOU LIVE IN THE AREA THEN YOU DONT HAVE SHIPPING COSTS OR ..HAVE…TO BUY 3 CASES! BUT GLAD YOU GET TO USE IT!! :o )

  • DAWN LEDER

    SANDI I DEF TAKE PROBIOTICS WITH THIS DANG IBS I NEED TOO…IVE TRIED THEM ALL TO THE ULTIMATE TO THE CHEAPEST AND ALL ALWAYS MADE ME FEEL WORSE? I REALLY LIKE WYSONGS BUT…YOU HAVE TO OPEN TH CAPSULE AND POUR INTO OZ OF WATER BLAHCK!!! LOL WELL I JUST SPRINKLED ON THE FOOD BUT WAS A PAIN…ALIGN MADE ME FEEL THE ULTIMATE WORSE..I FINALLY FOUND ONE THAT HAS BEEN A LIFE SAVER CALLED
    SUSTENEX…I GET IT FROM..WHERE I BUY EVERYTHING I OWN AND ALL DOG FOOD I COULD GO ON FOREVER..I BUY…EVERYTHING..FROM AMAZON.COM THE HAVE THE WORLD GREATEST CUSTOMER SERVICE..EVERYTHING GETS TO ME IN 2 DAYS SOMETIMES OVER NIGHT..AND FREE RETURN SHIPPING…UPS COMES AND PICKS UP WHATEVER YOUR RETURNING AND THEY HAVE THE…BEST..PRICES..I ALSO LIKE TO READ ALL THE REVIEWS OF PRODUCTS…ANIMAL ESSENTIAL BESIDE PROZYME GOT THE MOST REVIEWS (FOR ANIMALS) BUT GLAD U USSE AND YOUR FUR BABY :o ) (WHY THE BELLY PROBLEMS THEN IF ON THIS?)

  • Rose

    Got a sample bar for my little Chihuahua from the store recommended by a neighbor. My dog is so picky and she scarfed this down. I’m weaning her off the kibble after I explored and learned more about pet nutrition and my doggie is just so happy! I can’t wait for cat food since I do rescue and foster mom cats and kittens most of the time but anyways, my little nervous Chihuahua doesn’t like much and she goes crazy for this food. Now that we found something she LOVES and gets her excited, we use the treats to entice her. My trainer and I are so excited! Thank you MPP!

  • http://www.whosyourvet.com Sandi

    Dawn – I use NaturVet Enzymes & Probiotics.

    I’ve been taking probiotics since the ’70′s & highly recommend probiotics for humans as well.

  • DAWN LEDER

    OH NO YOUR RIGHT LOL….ANOTHER SENIOR MOMENT HA!
    DO YOU USE PROBIOTICS? ITS THE ONLY THING TO HELP SOPHIE GIRLS BELLY AND DIA…IVE TRIED MANY BUT THE ONE RATED THE HIGHEST AND HELPS THE MOST FOR BOTH GIRLS IS FROM AMAZON.COM CALLED
    ANIMAL ESSENTIAL PROBIOTICS/ENZYMES! IT WORKED WONDERS! THEN YOU CAN THROW OUT THE CORK HEEHEE!!

  • http://www.whosyourvet.com Sandi

    Hi lowercase Dawn hahaha – I did answer your question on Sandi July 31, 2011 at 4:50 pm.

    I’m not into social media networking, but if you click on my name, it will take you to my website. Go to the Contact Us page to send me a message.

  • Gordon

    Hi Dawn – I’m glad you like it. Mother Nature’s infinite wisdom at work! But also, just to clarify in case many a reader may incorrectly assume that that means that dogs’ whole mouths are bacteria free. That’s not the case, just like it is not the case with us humans. Mike would know this more than any of us. If a dog’s teeth for example aren’t cleaned by way of raw meaty bones or brushing, bacteria will still harbour between any crevices for a lack of a better description. Or say, a dog raided the garbage, then its whole mouth will still most likely become bacteria ridden. However, same breaks down faster and easier than it does for us humans (who don’t raid the garbage to begin with…..unless such are amongst the poor homeless populations that every country has, and obviously use their hands instead of their mouths).

    Still, we don’t have the same salivary bactericidal properties that dogs do. But then we don’t lick our babies all over with our mouths, lol.

  • DAWN LEDER

    Sandi–is there anyway i can get your email? or is that not allowed? :O/ we have so much in common would love to chat by emailing..or do you have a Facebook acct? or maybe you dont want me contacting you lol that ok too!! :O)

  • DAWN LEDER

    Thank you Mike & Sandy! You have nooo idea…what your words mean!
    & Jordan…JUST for you…..do you notice anything? lol!
    oh sandi you didnt mention what you feed your critters?

  • DAWN

    Gordon I love that article and others like it. I have been know. To never go sleep at all because I can’t stop. I just love r.eading everything on raw.. :•)

  • DVC

    are ying and T.A real people? sounds like an ad. she says he has been giving for 2 weeks and its amazing. then says “i have had no doctor bills since we started this”. really,no DR bills in 2 weeks??

  • Michelle

    TAL- I have to agree with Gordon. No one was malicious toward Lyn. We may have been guilty of poking harmless fun at her. Obviously, no one in their right mind would feed their dog raw food from their bed/pillow. Raw meaty bones should be fed outside.

  • Gordon

    Oh, about my quote in the last paragraph of my last post which I didn’t finish and accidentally hit submit….Are you aware of the Davis University 1990 study re canine saliva? It’s a pretty interesting read and makes sense too. Because Mother Nature has given bitches and sires a protective barrier applicator to their pups in the form of their tongues and saliva.

  • Gordon

    TAL – I don’t think anyone was malicious? Lynn stated, “when my dog takes a raw treat upstairs to my pillow, i don’t feel comfortable resting my head on that pillow at night. do you?”

    So Lynn doesn’t feed raw because she/he is against it, no? Anyway, no one can be blamed for assuming he or she fed her dog an RMB for it to enjoy it on her/his pillow, going by that quoted statement. So TAL, you’re obviously privy to more info than other readers such as you know Lynn?

    And if Lynn didn’t mean that he/she feeds her dog raw treats on his/her pillow, then thanks for the clarification. :)

    My Perfect Pet looks like a great alternative to actual raw. Personally, I prefer a greater protein to carb ratio, but this still looks good. :)

    Bacteria can multiply extremely quickly and thrive in your dog’s mouth- it’s dark and warm. Then your dog kisses you and you’ve essentially put yourself at risk.

  • TAL

    I can’t believe some of these comments above and don’t quite understand the malicious motive. Firstly, I believe the lady that talked about raw bones on the pillow did not say she was feeding her dog in her bed. It says her dogs will carry the bones upstairs and bury in her pillow. I think this is a legitimate concern. Most dog lovers I know, sleep with their dogs at night and mine certainly enjoy burying their bones. Isn’t this something their wolf ancestors did as well??? Even if I gave raw bones to my dogs outside and locked them out there, mine would still bury it in the dirt. We’ve had a rat problem because of this many years ago because my dog was burying his bones and treats in the yard.

    I love this food. It’s so easy and convenient and I don’t compromise on the quality of the food nor the health perks. One of my dogs has really bad arthritis and since being on this food, I swear, we’ve elongated her lifespan by 5 years. She isn’t limping and skipping around as much, she’s much leaner, her coat is SO shiny and no longer brittle and dry… she also has much nicer smelling breath and overall is just happier. For awhile she was snippy towards the pool guy, gardeners and housekeepers but I think she is so much happier and healthier, she looks and feels good, so she is more well-behaved!!!

    My other dogs are all doing so well. I have dogs ranging from 8 months to 14 years and they ALL have exhibited such positive benefits that even my vet was surprised!

    There is no reason why the dogs CAN’T eat this. The quality of the meat that goes into our dogs food is as good as it gets. I bet some of the raw food companies don’t get food as great in terms of quality. Moreover, while cooking may destroy the nutrients in some meats, this company ensures that it’s 100% balanced in terms of meeting the nutritional needs. Since it’s a small business, they probably CARE a whole lot more and pay attention to details than a large corporation. That’s just a fact of capitalism.

  • http://www.whosyourvet.com Sandi

    Hey Dawn – I use to laugh at my grandfather for falling asleep when he was watching t.v. I now fall asleep without a warning. The only difference between myself and my grandfather is that I’m not at the drooling stage yet. LOL

    You just brought tears to my eyes with your post.

    I have two Whippets and have recently switched to Earthborn from Wellness. Kevin is doing ok, Bernie is having a problem. I’m thinking of getting a wine cork for him. I’m reducing the amount of kibble to 1/2 cup vs. 3/4 cup. I tried the pumpkin but it didn’t work. I gave him slippery elm yesterday & today. The protein & fat is a little higher than Wellness.

    Dawn – after the darkness comes light! Big hugs!!!

  • http://DogFoodAdvisor.com Mike Sagman

    We’ve been missing you, Dawn. Obviously, you’re not the only one having senior moments. Welcome back.

  • DAWN LEDER

    MIKE….THATS WHAT HURT THE MOST…IVE BEEN TALKING TO YOU FOR 3 YRS MANY MANY TIMES WE SPOKE OVER MANY DIFF THINGS..I ALWAYS LEFT POSITIVE FEEDBACK ALWAYS PRAISED YOUR WORK AND WHEN I READ THAT YOU COULD THINK…ME…DAWN ….FROM WAY BACK WHEN….WOULD BE DOING SUCH A HORRIBLE HORRIBLE THING :o *( IT JUST BROKE MY HEART….. I WAS LITERALLY BALLING MY EYES OUT,,,I COULDNT BELIEVE THAT YOU WOULD THINK I WOULD/COULD DO SUCH A THING TO YOU AND OTHERS HERE :o *(…THANKS FOR UNDERSTANDING AND LETTING ME BACK (I WAS STILL SNEAKING AROUND HERE EVERYDAY READING READING…I LOOOVE THIS SITE :o )
    OH…YES RICHARD YOUR RIGHT LOL IT SEEMED SO MUCH LONGER AGO!…IM PRAYING MY GIRLS CAN TOLERATE YOUR FOOD :o )

  • DAWN LEDER

    LOL SANDY…I HAVE MANY…SENIOR MOMENTS…I USE TO LAUGH AT MY MOM WHEN SHE SAID THAT..THOUGHT IT WAS AN EXCUSE..BUT NOW… IM…. A SENIOR…WELL MOM..IM SORRY HA! THANKS SANDI FOR WELCOMING ME BACK..AND YES I ALSO HAVE MANY DIFF SCREEN NAMES (DANG AOL LOL THEY LET YOU HAVE 7 I HAVE ONE FOR EACH DOGGIE LOL ONE DEDICATED TO MY DAUGHTER MY HUBBY HAS ONE AND I HAVE 2…BUT THAT OTHER PERSON..WAS MY GRANDDAUGHTER…(SHES 19) SHE WAS SO UPSET SEEING ME SO UPSET SHE GOT ON MY PC AS A GUEST WITH HER EMAIL SHE USES…I EXPLAINED THAT TO MIKE…I NEVER WANT TO DISCUSS THAT DAY AGAIN :o *( IM NEVER PUTTING MY 2 CENTS IN AGAIN! LOL BUT NOT LOL….SANDI WHAT ARE YOU FEEDING YOUR “CRITTERS?” AND WHAT KIND OF CRITTER DO YOU HAVE? I HAVE 2 BEAGLES… SOPHIE (ALMOST 3)& SABRINA(9 MOS)… SENT TO ME ..TO HELP ME DEAL WITH MY GRIEF :o )
    THANKS AGAIN FOR THE WELCOME BACK!

  • http://www.whosyourvet.com Sandi

    Yikes, speaking of senior moments, I meant to say “We all want what’s best for our critters and are all doing the best we can. Big hugs!!!!”

    LOL – I better start proofing before I press the submit button.

  • http://www.whosyourvet.com Sandi

    Thanks for your explanation. I can’t speak for anyone else, but I too have various username’s for the other forums I joined. Half the time I can’t remember what my login info is so I created a chart for my senior moment times. Maybe Dawn had her “senior moment time” and signed in with a different username. In any event, glad she’s back.

  • http://DogFoodAdvisor.com Mike Sagman

    Sandi… As I previously stated, the only reason this and another individual were initially banned was because they appeared to be “working together with deceptive intent (or as a fraudulent individual using multiple identities) from the same computer IP address.” My editorial decision had nothing whatsoever to do with either participant being a “manufacturer or a distributor”.

  • http://www.whosyourvet.com Sandi

    Dawn – I’m so happy Mike changed his mind. I personally don’t have a problem even if you were a mfgr. or distributor being part of his group and didn’t think you should be banned. I too felt terrrible for Sharon being attacked & stepped in with my comments on Flint Ranch. I also don’t have a problem with you typing in caps, I believe you stated that before somewhere.

    “HOWEVER…I COMPLETELY MISUNDERSTOOD THE PRICING WITH THIS FOOD *( AND WITH THE LAY OFF OF HUBBYS JOB OF 28 YRS AND BEING 62 AND NO ONE HIRING 62 YR OLDS AND ME BEING TOTALLY DISABLED IN WHEELCHAIR WE BOTH ARE JOBLESS.” “LIFE IS TO DAM SHORT…..LOSE ONE OF YOUR CHILDREN…YOULL BELIEVE ME ….. NO TIME FOR ANGER!”

    You sound like a wonderful lady going through a hard time, I’m sorry for that. You are right, life is short. There is way too much anger in the world. I feel whatever works best for someone’s situation is what they should feed. We all want what’s pet for our critters and are all doing the best we can. Big hugs!!!!

  • http://brotherscomplete.com Richard Darlington

    Dawn

    Glad to see Mike was kind enough to reconsider your “exile”.

    You just confirmed your order on Thursday afternoon and it went out the following day on Friday July 29. I don’t think they deliver Sat. or Sunday so you should get it early this week.

    I know time stands still when you are expecting something special like Brothers – I understand. I hope your girls love it so you have a standby to your raw.

  • DAWN LEDER

    OH BOY…SO SORRY YA ALL…I JUST READ MY POST AND WHOLLEY MOLEY SO MANY TYPO’S WISH I COULD GO BACK AND EDIT!! :o / HOPE YOU CAN FIGURE OUT WHAT I WAS MEANING HA!

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