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Our Verdict
Open Farm Freshly Crafted Goodbowl product range is made up of five recipes with ratings varying from 3 to 5 stars. The average rating of the whole range is 4.5 stars.
These fresh and gently cooked recipes are vet-approved, made with humanely raised cuts of meat as the primary ingredient, followed by nutritious, natural produce such as carrots and pumpkin.
Pros
- Human-grade
- Ethically & sustainably sourced
- Non-GMO grains, veggies & superfoods
Cons
- Expensive
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.
Recipe and Label Analysis
Open Farm Freshly Crafted Goodbowl Harvest Chicken Recipe was selected to represent the other products in the line for a detailed recipe and nutrient analysis.
Open Farm Freshly Crafted Goodbowl Harvest Chicken Recipe
Estimated Dry Matter Nutrient Content
Protein
Fat
CarbsCarbohydrates
Chicken, barley, carrots, rice, kale, tricalcium phosphate, salmon oil, salt, vitamins (vitamin E supplement, vitamin E supplement, niacin supplement, pantothenic acid, riboflavin supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, thiamine mononitrate, vitamin B12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid), dried chicory root extract, taurine, minerals (zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, copper sulfate, manganese proteinate, sodium selenite), cinnamon, turmeric, choline chloride, dried kelp
Fiber (estimated dry matter content) = 0.4%
Red denotes any controversial items
| Estimated Nutrient Content | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Method | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
| Guaranteed Analysis | 11% | 6% | NA |
| Dry Matter Basis | 34% | 18% | 41% |
| Calorie Weighted Basis | 29% | 36% | 35% |
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 barley. Barley is a starchy carbohydrate supplying fiber and other healthy nutrients. However, aside from its energy content, this cereal grain is of only modest nutritional value to a dog.
The third ingredient is carrots. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, minerals and dietary fiber.
The fourth 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 fifth ingredient is kale. Kale is a type of cabbage in which the central leaves do not form a head. This dark green vegetable is especially rich in beta-carotene, vitamins C, vitamin K and calcium.
And like broccoli, kale contains sulforaphane, a natural chemical believed to possess potent anti-cancer properties.
The sixth ingredient is tricalcium phosphate, a beneficial source of calcium and phosphorous. 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 seventh ingredient is salmon oil. Salmon oil is naturally rich in the prized EPA and DHA type of omega-3 fatty acids.
Depending on its level of freshness and purity, salmon oil should be considered a commendable addition.
The eighth ingredient is salt (also known as sodium chloride). Salt is a common additive in many dog foods. That’s because sodium is a necessary mineral for all animals – including humans.
However, since the actual amount of salt added to this recipe isn’t disclosed on the list of ingredients, it’s impossible to judge the nutritional value of this item.
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 three notable exceptions.
First, taurine, an important amino acid associated with the healthy function of heart muscle. Although taurine is not typically considered essential in canines, some dogs have been shown to be deficient in this critical nutrient.
Since taurine deficiency appears to be more common in pets consuming grain-free diets, we view its presence in this recipe as a positive addition.
Also, chicory root. Chicory is rich in , a starch-like compound made up of repeating units of carbohydrates and found in certain roots and tubers.
Not only is inulin a natural source of soluble dietary fiber, it’s also a prebiotic used to promote the growth of healthy bacteria in a dog’s digestive tract.
Next, 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, Open Farm Freshly Crafted Goodbowl Harvest Chicken Recipe looks like an above-average fresh product.
The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 33.7%, a fat level of 17.6% and an estimated carbohydrate level of 37.2%.
As a group, the brand features a protein content of 27.8% and a mean fat level of 20.7%. Together, these figures suggest a carbohydrate content of 43.4% for the overall product line, alongside a fat-to-protein ratio of 76%.
This means this Open Farm product line contains below-average protein, above-average carbohydrate, and below-average fat, when compared to typical fresh dog food.
Open Farm Dog Food Recall History
The following automated list (if present) includes all dog food recalls related to Open Farm through December 2025.
No recalls noted.
You can view a complete list of all dog food recalls since 2009 here.
Our Rating of Open Farm Freshly Crafted Goodbowl Dog Food
Open Farm Freshly Crafted GoodBowl recipes are gently cooked to seal in nutrients. There are no added antibiotics or hormones.
Each recipe is crafted with high-quality and ethically sourced ingredients that can be traced back to the original source.
About
In 2014, Jacqueline Prehogan founded Open Farm Pet Foods. Its manufacturing facility, Barrett Ag Service, is located in Minnesota, USA.
The company is focused on using locally sourced ingredients, and the location of the plant allows easy access to farms that meet its strict animal welfare and quality standards.
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