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Our Verdict
Nom Nom product range is made up of six recipes with ratings varying from 4.5 to 5 stars. The average rating of the whole range is 5 stars.
Pros
- Human-grade ingredients
- Formulated by experts
- Pre-portioned according to each dog's needs
Cons
- Unsuitable for ambient storage/ chilled/ frozen storage is necessary
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nom Nom Beef Mash | 5 | A |
| Nom Nom Chicken Cuisine | 5 | A |
| Nom Nom Pork Potluck | 4.5 | A |
| Nom Nom Turkey Fare | 5 | A |
| Nom Nom Lamb Pilaf | 4.5 | A |
| Nom Nom Turkey & Chicken Cookout | 5 | A |
Recipe and Label Analysis
Nom Nom Turkey Fare was selected to represent the other products in the line for detailed recipe and nutrient analysis.
Nom Nom Turkey Fare
Estimated Dry Matter Nutrient Content
Protein
Fat
CarbsCarbohydrates
Ground turkey, brown rice, egg, carrots, spinach, water sufficient for processing, dicalcium phosphate, citric acid, salt, vinegar, calcium carbonate, potassium chloride, vitamin E supplement, natural flavors, fish oil, taurine, dimagnesium phosphate, zinc gluconate, iron amino acid chelate, potassium iodide, vitamin B12 supplement, copper gluconate, manganese gluconate, selenium amino acid chelate, niacin (vitamin B3), thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), riboflavin (vitamin B2), folic acid, vitamin A supplement, cholecalciferol (source of vitamin D3), pantothenic acid (calcium-d-pantothenate).
Fiber (estimated dry matter content) = 4%
Red denotes any controversial items
| Estimated Nutrient Content | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Method | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
| Guaranteed Analysis | 9% | 4% | NA |
| Dry Matter Basis | 32% | 14% | 46% |
| Calorie Weighted Basis | 29% | 31% | 41% |
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 second 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 third ingredient lists eggs. Eggs are easy to digest and have an exceptionally high biological value.
The fourth ingredient includes carrots. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, minerals and dietary fiber.
The fifth ingredient is spinach. Due to its exceptional vitamin and mineral content, spinach exhibits a remarkably high nutrient Completeness Score2 of 91.
The sixth ingredient is water, which adds nothing but moisture to this food. Water is a routine finding in most wet dog foods.
The seventh ingredient is dicalcium phosphate, likely used here as a dietary calcium supplement.
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 Nom Nom product.
With three notable exceptions…
First, we find 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.
Next, taurine is 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.
An lastly, this food 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.
Nutrient Analysis
Based on its ingredients alone, Nom Nom Turkey Fare looks like an above-average fresh dog food.
The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 32.8%, a fat level of 15.6% and estimated carbohydrates of about 34.4%.
As a group, the brand features an average protein content of 31.8% and a mean fat level of 19.5%. Together, these figures suggest a carbohydrate content of 35.2% for the overall product line.
And a fat-to-protein ratio of about 62%.
Above-average protein. Below-average fat. And below-average carbs when compared to other moist dog foods.
Free of any plant-based protein boosters, this looks like the profile of a wet dog food containing a significant amount of meat.
Nom Nom Dog Food Recall History
The following automated list (if present) includes all dog food recalls related to Nom Nom through December 2025.
No recalls noted.
You can view a complete list of all dog food recalls since 2009 here.
Our Rating of Nom Nom Fresh Dog Food
The Dog Food Advisor finds Nom Nom to be an exceptional fresh wet dog food. This grain-inclusive recipe uses a significant amount of named meat as its main source of animal protein… thus earning the brand 5 stars.
About
Who Designed Nom Nom Dog Food?
Nom Nom is nutritionally complete and balanced, designed by board-certified veterinary nutritionists.
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