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Our Verdict
Weruva Puppy product range is made up of three recipes, all of which receive the Dog Food Advisor’s rating, 5 stars.
Three specially formulated recipes to support puppies’ growth. Packed with omega-3s to support brain and vision development and high-quality protein for strong muscles.
Pros
- No grain, gluten, carrageenan, corn, wheat, or soy
- Strict quality standards
- Supports hydration
Cons
- Limited recipes
The table below shows each recipe in this range including our rating and the AAFCO nutrient profile: Growth (puppy), Maintenance (adult), All Life Stages, Supplemental or Unspecified.
| Product line | Rating | AAFCO |
|---|---|---|
| Weruva Puppy Beef and Rice Formula in Gravy | 5 | G |
| Weruva Puppy Chicken and Rice Formula in Gravy | 5 | G |
| Weruva Puppy Chicken Formula in Gravy | 5 | G |
Recipe and Label Analysis
Weruva Puppy Chicken and Rice Formula in Gravy was selected to represent the other products in the line for a detailed recipe and nutrient analysis.
Weruva Puppy Chicken and Rice Formula in Gravy
Estimated Dry Matter Nutrient Content
Protein
Fat
CarbsCarbohydrates
Chicken, chicken broth, rice, pumpkin, sunflower seed oil, fish oil, tricalcium phosphate, guar gum, salt, inulin, potassium chloride, zinc amino acid complex, choline chloride, magnesium sulfate, iron amino acid complex, vitamin e supplement, calcium pantothenate, manganese amino acid complex, thiamine mononitrate, niacin, vitamin A supplement, copper amino acid complex, sodium selenite, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), riboflavin supplement (vitamin B2), folic acid, potassium iodide, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin B12 supplement
Fiber (estimated dry matter content) = 0.2%
Red denotes any controversial items
| Estimated Nutrient Content | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Method | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
| Guaranteed Analysis | 10% | 5% | NA |
| Dry Matter Basis | 45% | 22% | 25% |
| Calorie Weighted Basis | 37% | 43% | 21% |
Ingredients Analysis
The first ingredient is chicken. Chicken is considered “the clean combination of flesh and skin… derived from the parts or whole carcasses of chicken”.1
Chicken is naturally rich in the 10 essential amino acids required by a dog to sustain life.
The second ingredient is chicken broth. Broths are of only modest nutritional value. Yet because they add both flavor and moisture to a dog food, they are a common component in many wet products.
The third ingredient is rice. Is this whole grain rice, brown rice or white rice? Since the word “rice” doesn’t tell us much, it’s impossible to judge the quality of this item.
The fourth ingredient is pumpkin. Pumpkin is a nutritious addition high in complex carbohydrates, beta-carotene and dietary fiber.
The fifth ingredient is sunflower oil. Sunflower oil is nutritionally similar to safflower 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.
Sunflower oil is notable for its resistance to heat damage during cooking.
There are several different types of sunflower oil, some better than others. Without knowing more, it’s impossible to judge the quality of this ingredient.
The sixth ingredient is fish oil. Fish oil is naturally rich in the prized EPA and DHA types of omega-3 fatty acids. These two high-quality fats boast the highest bioavailability to dogs and humans.
Depending on its level of freshness and purity, fish oil should be considered a commendable addition.
The seventh ingredient is tricalcium phosphate, a beneficial source of calcium and phosphorus. In addition, this additive is used in wet foods as an emulsifier – an agent designed to disperse a food’s fats more evenly in water.
The eighth ingredient is guar gum, a gelling or thickening agent found in many wet pet foods. Refined from dehusked guar beans, guar gum can add a notable amount of dietary fiber to any product.
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 the product.
This recipe has two notable exceptions.
We note the inclusion of inulin, a starch-like compound made up of repeating units of carbohydrates and typically sourced from chicory root.
Not only is inulin a natural source of soluble dietary fiber, it’s also used to promote the growth of healthy bacteria in a dog’s digestive tract.
This food also contains chelated minerals, which have been chemically attached to protein. This makes them easier to absorb. Chelated minerals are usually found in better dog foods.
Nutrient Analysis
Based on its ingredients alone, Weruva Puppy Chicken and Rice Formula in Gravy looks like an above-average wet product.
The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 45.2%, a fat level of 21.8% and an estimated carbohydrate level of 25.1%.
As a group, the brand features a protein content of 45.7% and a mean fat level of 23.7%. Together, these figures suggest a carbohydrate content of 21% for the overall product line, alongside a fat-to-protein ratio of 53%.
This means this Weruva line contains average protein, above-average carbohydrate and below-average fat, when compared to typical wet dog food.
Weruva Dog Food Recall History
The following automated list (if present) includes all dog food recalls related to Weruva through December 2025.
No recalls noted.
You can view a complete list of all dog food recalls since 2009 here.
Our Rating of Weruva Puppy Dog Food
This food is rich in moisture and many natural ingredients, all of which provide the nutrition a dog needs and are produced under strict quality controls in FDA-certified factories.
About
Weruva is a family company, founded in 2006 and wholly owned and operated by pet parents David and Stacie Forman.
Weruva manufactures dog and cat foods in a human-grade facility in Thailand.
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