Acana to PFE (Social Responsibility)

26th Jan 2017

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Acana to PFE

26th Jan 2017

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Acana Grass-Fed Lamb

Acana Grass-Fed Lamb

Adult Dog

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Ingredients

Raw lamb (21%), lamb meal (19%), whole green peas, whole red lentils, raw lamb liver (8%), canola oil, fresh apples (4%), whole chickpeas, whole green lentils, whole yellow peas, lentil fibre, pea starch, sunflower oil, algae (source of EPA and DHA), raw lamb tripe (1%), raw lamb kidney (1%), fresh whole butternut squash, fresh whole pumpkin, dried kelp, salt, dried chicory root, whole cranberries, whole blueberries, turmeric, milk thistle, burdock root, lavender, marshmallow root, rosehips.

72% Ingredient Score

Protein Source Quality
★★★★★
6/10
6/10

Fresh Carcass
(also known as Fresh Meat)

Fresh Carcass is a very good source of protein which is very easy to digest and has a good quantity and range of amino acids.

Named Protein Source Quantity
★★★★★
8/10
Quantity as percentage
41-50%
8/10
Carbohydrate Quality Score
★★★★★
4/5
4/5

Oats / Barley / Brown Rice / Yams
Lentils / Potatoes / Tapioca / Cassava

Oats, Barley, Brown Rice, Yams, Lentils, Potatoes, Tapioca and Cassava can all be digested more efficiently and have good glycaemic index scores showing they contribute lots of slow release energy to the diet.

Fat Quality Score
★★★★★
8/10
8/10

Pork / Lamb / Venison / Duck / Turkey Fat

Pork, Lamb, Venison and Duck Fat are all good sources of energy and are very digestible. They contain some Omega 3 and 6 and increase palatability.

Oil Quality Score
★★★★★
3/5
3/5

Sunflower / Safflower Oil

Sunflower and Safflower Oil are average-quality oils that contain some Omega 3 and 6 but not enough in concentration to match higher-quality alternatives

Fibre Quality Score
★★★★★
5/5
5/5

Fruit Fibres (Apple, Citrus)

Fruit fibres are ideal for the digestive system being high in both soluble and insoluble fibres and aiding gut motility and the formation of faeces.

Joint Care Quality Score
★★★★★
2/5
2/5

Higher Quality Oil

This category contains a better standard of oils which are higher in Omegas which help with joint care. Omega oils reduce inflammation around the skeleton.

Product Checklist

Wheat Free
Grain Free
Hypoallergenic Principles
Use Only Natural Preservatives
Joint Care
Cooking Process Extruded

Company Information 

10/10

Company Information

To help pet owners get to know their preferred brands better, where we are able, we include information about each company's business practices. This includes questions about the sustainability of their processes and products, alongside information about the company themselves.

There is no score associated with the company information. Questions answered yes will be ticked and those answered no will have crosses. If the answer is unknown, we feature a question mark.

Does the Company use renewable energy in the production of their food?

Does the Company use renewable energy in the production of their food?

By making a switch to sustainable renewable energy, businesses reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Green alternatives are now more available than ever and easier for companies to implement in the production of their products.

Does the Company use renewable energy in both offices and headquarters?

Does the Company use renewable energy in both offices and headquarters?

By making a switch to sustainable renewable energy, businesses reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Green alternatives are now more available than ever and easier for companies to implement in their offices and warehouses.

Are the Company headquarters Carbon Neutral?

Are the Company headquarters Carbon Neutral?

Human and Pet food manufacturing has a huge impact on the planet.

Some companies have invested significantly in reducing their C02 emissions within their offices and company headquarters. Some are now able to make the positive statement of being completely Carbon Neutral.

Are all stages of the Company's production Carbon Neutral?

Are all stages of the Company's production Carbon Neutral?

Human and Pet food manufacturing has a huge impact on the planet.

Some companies have invested significantly in reducing their C02 emissions within their offices and company headquarters. Some are now able to make the positive statement of being completely Carbon Neutral.

Is all the Company's packaging compostable or recyclable?

Is all the Company's packaging compostable or recyclable?

Investing in packaging that is easy to recycle or reuse is a huge step in creating a greener planet.

The right type of packaging has an incredibly long-life span and has the capacity to be turned into other packaging and products time and time again.

Does the company use traceable free range meat?

Does the company use traceable free range meat?

Free Range livestock are healthier, happier due to access to natural conditions such as sunlight and free and space to roam.

Full traceability is important for all stages of meat production, from the raising to the eventual slaughter.

Does the Company use organic meat?

Does the Company use organic meat?

Some meat used across the pet industry can contain potentially harmful chemicals or antibiotics. Organic certified meat and fish is 100% free of anything artificial and can be more digestible and palatable for pets.

Which country is the Company based in for tax purposes?

Which country is the Company based in for tax purposes?

Where a company is based will directly dictate how much tax is being paid. A company being based and registered in the UK (or home country of brand) means appropriate tax is paid here to support the economy. Some companies will be based in 'tax havens' with low or no corporate taxes. Tick given to all companies in the UK or their home country paying suitable tax.

Is the Company family/privately owned?

Is the Company family/privately owned?

Some pet brands are owned and have been developed by a family run company or private investors.

Is the Company owned by a corporation or investment fund?

Is the Company owned by a corporation or investment fund?

Some pet food brands are owned by a larger parent company. This larger corporation will control several different brands and companies. Some will be within the pet sector and some outside the sector.

The company has answered yes to this question
The company has answered no to this question
The company hasn't answered the question
The company hasn't been asked

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