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Applaws Puppy Large Breed Chicken

Applaws Puppy Large Breed Chicken

Puppy Dog

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Ingredients

Chicken 67% (from Dried Chicken), Chicken Mince 8% Potato Starch 7%, Peas 6% (from Dried Peas), Poultry Oil 3% (Source of Omega 6), Beet Pulp, Poultry Gravy, Whole Egg (from Dried Egg), Cellulose Plant Fibre, Minerals, Salmon Oil (source of Omega 3 & EPA & DHA) Vitamins, Tomato (from Dried Tomato), Carrot (from Dried Carrot), Chicory Extract (F.O.S), Alfalfa Meal, Seaweed/Kelp, Yeast Extract (Purified Beta Glucan min 0.1%), Glucosamine, Methylsulfonylmethane, Chondroitin, Peppermint, Paprika Meal, Turmeric, Thyme Extract, Citrus Extract, Taurine 1000 mg/kg, Yucca Extract, Cranberry, Fennel Extract, Carob Extract, Ginger, Rosehip Extract, Dandelion Extract, Rosemary Oil Extract, Oregano, Probiotic: Contains E1705 Enterococcus faecium cernelle 68 (SF68: NCIMB 10415) 1,000,000 cfu/kg as an aid in the establishment, maintenance and restoration of a balanced gut flora in puppies

74% Ingredient Score
Protein Source Quality
★★★★★
4/10
4/10

Named Meat, Fish, and Insect Meal

Named Meat, Fish and Insect Meal is a good source of concentrated protein and is well digested. Easy to judge the types of amino acids present and their quantities. Common insect proteins used are Dried Black Soldier Fly Grubs and Dried Mealworm.
Named Protein Source Quantity
★★★★★
10/10
Quantity as percentage
51%+
10/10
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
★★★★★
6/10
6/10

Poultry / Beef and Mealworm Fat

Poultry, Beef and Mealworm Fat are average-quality fat sources used for energy. Poultry and Beef are associated with some allergies. All contain some Omega 3 & 6 and moderately increase palatability.
Oil Quality Score
★★★★★
5/5
5/5

Named Fish Oil / Named Insect Oil / Algae Oil / Green Lipped Mussel

Named Fish Oil, Named Insect Oils (Black Soldier Fly Grubs), Algae Oils and Green Lipped Mussels provide fantastic digestible sources of Omega 3 and 6.
Fibre Quality Score
★★★★★
4/5
4/5

Sugar Beet / Vegetables

Sugar Beet and Vegetables contain good levels of both insoluble and soluble fibres and have them in easily accessible forms.
Joint Care Quality Score
★★★★★
4/5
4/5

Lower Quantity of Joint Care Ingredients

Including joint care supplements is the best approach to joint health. A strong joint pack which is added and includes levels of Glucosamine and Chondroitin up to 750mg/kg for a dog and up to 350mg/kg for a cat. Added MSM provides extra support and is recommended but not required.

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

Company Information 

4/10

Company Information

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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.
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