What is the best American dog food? Ranking!

If you look at the dog food section at pet shops or home improvement stores, you'll see a lot of American dog food in addition to domestically produced products.
Today, we'll introduce American dog food and rank the most popular products!

Why is American dog food so popular?

Dog food development and research is more advanced in the United States and Europe than in Japan. As a result, many of their products are superior to those made in Japan.

In the United States, there is a prestigious dog magazine called The Whole Dog Journal (WDJ), which publishes a ranking of recommended dog foods every year. Although it is a paid magazine, it does not accept advertising fees, so it is a very trustworthy magazine that provides fair evaluations.

WDJ ranks dog foods from 1 star (lowest) to 6 stars (highest), with dog foods with four stars or higher being recommended. This ranking also references the WDJ ranking.

How to Choose the Right Dog Food

This article presents a ranking of dog foods, but please be aware that this ranking may not necessarily be optimal for your dog. Each dog has its own unique characteristics, preferences, and nutritional needs. This article will help you choose the right dog food for your dog.

Choose dog food whose main ingredient is animal protein

Dog food can be broadly divided into those that are primarily made from grains and are high in carbohydrates, and those that are primarily made from meat or fish and are high in protein. Since protein is essential for a dog's growth and health, choose dog food whose main ingredient is protein.

Choose foods free of unnecessary additives like food colorings

Some dog foods contain unnecessary additives for dogs. Excessive consumption of some can be detrimental to your dog's growth and health, so be careful.

An obvious example of an unnecessary additive is food colorings. Dogs can't distinguish colors as well as humans, so changing the color makes little sense. However, food colorings are still used to entice owners to buy the product.

Sweeteners are another unnecessary additive. While sweeteners can make dogs more likely to eat, excessive consumption can lead to tooth decay and obesity. While tooth decay and obesity may be the only cause, they can often lead to other illnesses, so excessive sweetener consumption should be avoided.

Choose products with detailed ingredient lists

While some dog food products have detailed ingredient lists on the bag, others are vaguely listed. Examples of vague listings include meat, meat by-products, and meat meal. While you know meat is used, you don't know what kind of meat it is.

For example, detailed descriptions clearly indicate what meat is used, such as chicken, poultry, venison, and lamb. Some dogs have allergies, so knowing the ingredients will help you choose the right dog food for your dog.

Choose a product that suits your dog's age and constitution

Dogs are divided into puppies, adults, and senior dogs. Dog food products for each age range are available because nutrient needs change with age.

Puppies require more nutrition overall than adult or senior dogs to grow.
On the other hand, senior dogs tend to exercise less and therefore require fewer calories. Choosing a food that's good for their joints will contribute to their health.

Feeding your dog food that's inappropriate for its age or constitution can lead to excessive calorie intake, which can lead to obesity or malnutrition. It's important to choose the right dog food for your dog.

American Dog Food Rankings

Finally, here's our ranking of American dog foods!

No. 1: ARETEMIS Agaricus "Immune Support"

This dog food contains Agaricus mushrooms, a popular human supplement, and high-quality lactic acid bacteria.
The ingredients are human-grade, suitable for human consumption, and are free of artificial additives and made with the health of dogs in mind. It has consistently been rated as the highest quality by the prestigious American magazine, WDJ.

2nd PlaceNatural Harvest "Basic Formula Maintenance Small Lamb"

This simple and ideal dog food uses raw lamb as its main ingredient and minimizes unnecessary additives.
Each granule is small and easy to eat, making it suitable for a wide range of dogs, from adults to senior dogs, and from small to large breeds. It's also low in fat and calories, making it ideal for dogs concerned about their weight or food allergies.

3rd PlaceAvoDerm "Original Beef Small Pieces"

This is a rare dog food that uses avocado.
Made exclusively with California avocados, the rich vitamins and minerals help maintain healthy skin and coat.

Some people may be concerned that avocados are toxic to dogs, but this product contains absolutely no persin, a substance that is toxic to dogs. It's also high in protein, making it a great choice for those looking to feed a high-protein diet.

4th PlaceNatural Balance "Whole Body Health"

This dog food is made primarily from chicken, an animal protein, and is high in protein, with over 23%.
It's also gluten-free, making it recommended for dogs with gluten allergies. In addition to gluten, it also contains no soy, eggs, dairy products, wheat, or corn, which are commonly cited as allergens.

Summary

This time, we introduced American-made dog food.
In America, I feel that many products are made with dogs' health in mind, eliminating additives that are not necessary for dog health.

Of course, there are dog foods with low ratings, so American dog food isn't necessarily better, but when looking for a new dog food, you might want to give American food some thought.