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Our Verdict
Jinx Fresh product range is made up of four recipes which each receive the Dog Food Advisor’s rating, 5 stars.
Each of these fresh recipes is gently cooked to retain nutrients and flavor by using high-quality proteins combined with super-rich ingredients such as cranberries, spinach and broccoli. Perfect for picky eaters and older dogs.
Pros
- High-quality locally sourced ingredients
- No corn, wheat, soy or fillers
- Formulated by experts
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Jinx Fresh Cage-Free Turkey and Sockeye Salmon Fresh Roll | 5 | M |
| Jinx Fresh Farm-Raised Chicken and Cage-Free Turkey Fresh Roll | 5 | M |
| Jinx Fresh Farm-Raised Chicken and Turkey Fresh Pouch | 5 | M |
| Jinx Fresh Cage-Free Turkey and Sockeye Salmon Fresh Pouch | 5 | M |
Recipe and Label Analysis
Jinx Fresh Cage-Free Turkey and Sockeye Salmon Fresh Roll was selected to represent the other products in the line for a detailed recipe and nutrient analysis.
Jinx Fresh Cage-Free Turkey and Sockeye Salmon Fresh Roll
Estimated Dry Matter Nutrient Content
Protein
Fat
CarbsCarbohydrates
Turkey, chicken, salmon, pork liver, brown rice, potatoes, cranberries, chicken bone broth, broccoli, natural flavors, carrots, flaxseed, spinach, vinegar (preservative), dicalcium phosphate, pumpkin, salt, fish oil, calcium carbonate, vitamins (vitamin E supplement, niacin, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, vitamin A supplement, thiamin mononitrate, vitamin D3 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid), choline chloride, minerals (ferrous sulfate, zinc proteinate, zinc sulfate, iron proteinate, copper sulfate, sodium selenite, copper proteinate, manganese sulfate, manganese proteinate, calcium iodate).
Fiber (estimated dry matter content) = 1.5%
Red denotes any controversial items
| Estimated Nutrient Content | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Method | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
| Guaranteed Analysis | 13% | 7% | NA |
| Dry Matter Basis | 43% | 22% | 27% |
| Calorie Weighted Basis | 35% | 44% | 21% |
Ingredients Analysis
The first two ingredients are chicken and turkey. Both are considered “the clean combination of flesh and skin… derived from the parts or whole carcasses of turkey”.1
Both are naturally rich in the 10 essential amino acids required by a dog to sustain life.
The third ingredient is salmon. Salmon is an oily marine and freshwater fish not only high in protein but also in omega-3 fatty acids, essential oils needed by every dog to sustain life.
The fourth ingredient is pork liver. This is an organ meat sourced from a named animal and thus considered a beneficial component.
The fifth ingredient is brown rice, a complex carbohydrate that (once cooked) can be fairly easy to digest. However, aside from its natural energy content, rice is of only modest nutritional value to a dog.
The sixth ingredient is potatoes. Potatoes can be considered a gluten-free source of digestible carbohydrates. Yet with the exception of perhaps their caloric content, potatoes are of only modest nutritional value to a dog.
The seventh ingredient is cranberries, a nutrient-rich fruit that’s also high in fiber.
The eighth ingredient is chicken bone broth. Although they add both flavor and moisture to a dog food, bone broths are a common component in many wet products. However, since broths consist almost entirely of water, the trace nutrients they contain account for only a fraction of the overall finished dog food.
The ninth ingredient is broccoli. Broccoli is a healthy green vegetable and a member of the kale family. It’s notably rich in vitamin C and fiber and numerous other nutrients.
Like other cruciferous vegetables, broccoli is believed to provide anti-cancer benefits.
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.
First, fish oil. Fish oil is naturally rich in the prized EPA and DHA type of omega-3 fatty acids. These two high quality fats boast the highest bio-availability to dogs and humans.
Depending on its level of freshness and purity, fish oil should be considered a commendable addition.
Also, flaxseed, one of the best plant sources of healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Provided they’ve first been ground into a meal, flax seeds are also rich in soluble fiber.
However, flaxseed contains about 19% protein, a factor that must be considered when judging the actual meat content of this dog food.
Nutrient Analysis
Based on its ingredients alone, Jinx Fresh Cage-Free Turkey and Sockeye Salmon Fresh Roll looks like an above-average fresh product.
The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 42.4%, a fat level of 22.7% and an estimated carbohydrate level of 26.4%.
As a group, the brand features a protein content of 45.6% and a mean fat level of 21.8%. Together, these figures suggest a carbohydrate content of 24% for the overall product line, alongside a fat-to-protein ratio of 49%.
This means this Jinx product range contains average protein, above-average carbohydrate, and average fat, when compared to typical fresh dog food.
Jinx Dog Food Recall History
The following automated list (if present) includes all dog food recalls related to Jinx through December 2025.
No recalls noted.
You can view a complete list of all dog food recalls since 2009 here.
Our Rating of Jinx Fresh Dog Food
Jinx is a premium dog food brand that utilizes high-quality ingredients and is expertly formulated. They certainly deserve the 5 stars they have earned in our review
About
Jinx was founded by Terri Rockovich, Michael Kim, and Sameer Mehta. The idea of starting a dog food business came to Rockovich while she was trying to find suitable dog food for her dog Blitz, who had suffered a traumatic back injury.
The brand launched in January 2021 with backing from some famous figures, including actor Will Smith, singer Halsey, and rapper Nas. Jinx is headquartered in LA, with manufacturing plants in Georgia and Kansas.
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