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Our Verdict
Kirkland Signature Nature’s Domain canned dog food receives the Advisor’s top rating of 5 stars. A recipe claimed to meet AAFCO nutrient guidelines for all life stages.
A single recipe featuring lean turkey as the protein source and supplemented with vegetables and fruits for overall nutrition.
Pros
- Budget-friendly
- Supports hydration
- Meat listed as its primary ingredient
Cons
- Only one recipe
Kirkland Signature Nature's Domain Turkey and Pea Stew
Estimated Dry Matter Nutrient Content
Protein
Fat
CarbsCarbohydrates
Turkey, turkey broth, vegetable broth, dried egg product, natural flavor, peas, agar-agar, calcium carbonate, carrots, ground flaxseed, salt, potassium chloride, dried spinach, sodium tripolyphosphate, salmon oil, choline chloride, cranberries, blueberries, raspberries, iron proteinate (a source of chelated iron), zinc proteinate (a source of chelated zinc), manganese proteinate (a source of chelated manganese), copper proteinate (a source of chelated copper), magnesium proteinate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate, vitamin E supplement, thiamine mononitrate, niacin supplement, d-calcium pantothenate, biotin, vitamin A supplement, riboflavin supplement, vitamin D-3 supplement, vitamin B-12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid
Fiber (estimated dry matter content) = 1%
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| Estimated Nutrient Content | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Method | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
| Guaranteed Analysis | 8% | 5% | NA |
| Dry Matter Basis | 44% | 28% | 20% |
| Calorie Weighted Basis | 34% | 51% | 15% |
Ingredients Analysis
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”.1
Turkey is naturally rich in the 10 essential amino acids required by a dog to sustain life.
The next two ingredients are turkey broth and vegetable broth. Broths are of only modest nutritional value. Yet because they add both flavor and moisture to a dog food, they are a common addition component in many canned products.
The fourth ingredient is dried egg product, a dehydrated form of shell-free eggs. Quality can vary significantly. Lower-grade egg product can even come from commercial hatcheries – from eggs that have failed to hatch.
In any case, eggs are easy to digest and have an exceptionally high biological value.
After the natural flavor, we find peas. Peas are a quality source of carbohydrates. And like all legumes, they’re rich in natural fiber.
However, peas contain about 25% protein, a factor that must be considered when judging the meat content of this dog food.
The seventh is agar agar, a natural vegetable gelatin derived from the cell walls of certain species of red algae. Agar is rich in fiber and is used in wet pet foods as a gelling agent.
The eighth ingredient is calcium carbonate, likely used here as a dietary mineral supplement.
The ninth ingredient lists carrots. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, minerals and dietary fiber.
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 Nature’s Domain product.
With two notable exceptions…
First, we find 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.
We also find, salmon oil. Salmon oil is naturally rich in the prized EPA and DHA types of omega-3 fatty acids.
Depending on its level of freshness and purity, salmon oil should be considered a commendable addition.
Nutrient Analysis
Based on its ingredients alone, Kirkland Signature Nature’s Domain looks like an above-average wet dog food.
The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 43.2%, a fat level of 27.3% and estimated carbohydrates of about 18.2%.
And a fat-to-protein ratio of about 63%.
Which means this Nature’s Domain product line contains…
Above-average protein. Above-average fat. And below-average carbs when compared to a typical canned dog food.
Even when you consider the protein-boosting effect of the peas, this looks like the profile of a canned dog food containing a significant amount of meat.
Kirkland Dog Food Recall History
The following automated list (if present) includes all dog food recalls related to Kirkland through August 2026.
You can view a complete list of all dog food recalls since 2009 here.
What do pet parents think?
Our Rating of Kirkland Signature Nature's Domain Wet Dog Food
Kirkland Signature Nature’s Domain is a grain-free canned dog food using a significant amount of named meats as its main source of animal protein, thus earning the brand 5 stars.
About
Kirkland Signature pet food is made by Diamond Pet Foods, a company established in 1970 by brothers-in-law Richard Kampeter and Gary Schell, and has been around for more than 50 years.
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