Is Nature’s Gift Just Natural Nourish Dry Dog Food Good?
Nature’s Gift Just Natural Nourish Dry Dog Food is a pet food line rated in ( 1 to 1.5 stars ) — accounts for 7% of all the pet food we review.
They seem to have a certain level of carbs, and contain ingredients we highly concern. We do not recommend this pet food.
What We like
None
What We Concern
More than 37% Carbs
Majority of Ingredients lead to our Concern
Seems No Organic Minerals
Seems No Probiotics to Aid Digestion
Contain Potential Allergens like Corn, Soy, Gluten, and Dairy products
Include Ingredients that might be Related to Poor Digestion
Contain Ingredients that might be Uncertain
「Chief of Food」Fat Hill
Recipes Rating
Recipes could have different ingredients in the same product line. We rate each recipe and list them from higest to lowest ratings.
Higher protein and lower carbs recipes are rated higher
Recipe and 1st Ingredient
Rating
Grain Free
Just Natural Nourish Chicken & Mixed Vegetables
1️⃣Poultry Meal🍚Carbs:51%
1.5
Just Natural Nourish Kangaroo & Mixed Vegetables
1️⃣Meat Meal🍚Carbs:51%
1.5
Tips
Recipes have similar ratings. This means they are quite similar.
Recipe to review
To rate Nature’s Gift Just Natural Nourish Dry Dog Food, we will take one representative recipe to evaluate the nutrition, ingredients and meat content of this product line.
We have chosen Just Natural Nourish Chicken & Mixed Vegetables.
Nutrition Label
Pet food show guaranteed analysis on their labels. It includes moisture and does not reflect the level of carbs — which we prefer lower for dogs and as low as possible for cats.
From the label of Just Natural Nourish Chicken & Mixed Vegetables
Protein
24%
Fat
8%
Fiber
4%
Carbs
?%
Calculate the dry value (no moisture) on a dry matter basis will help us to estimate the carbs level and other nutrition without water — so we can get a better idea about the ratio.
(We think the ideal nutrition profile would be Protein > Fat > Carbs)
Nutrition
Our Ideal
Dry Value
Like?
Protein
30% or more
27%
Fat
15% or more
9%
Carbs
Less than 28%
51%
Fiber
Less than 5%
4.4%
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26 ingredients are listed on the label. We research their quality to pet and use our best judgement to group them in the proportion of Prefer, Concerned, and Notice ingredients in the bar chart.
♨ Allergen
1 units
🌋 Indigest
3 units
⁉ Uncertain
3 units
Organic Minerals Seems Not Included
Probiotics Seems Not Included
Prefer
Concerned
Notice
Neutral
Click an ingredient to see the detail
Poultry Meal
Animal Protein
⁉
A dehydrated form of unnamed poultry products, a meat concentrate that could contain 400% more protein than fresh form. Poultry is a generic name that could include any domestic fowl like chicken, turkey, or duck of any condition.
NoticeOften times generic name like poultry is used to cover the inferior meat quality from unknown sources, commonly found in low quality pet foods.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainUnnamed poultry products could be made of "4-D animals" (dead, diseased, disabled, or dying prior to slaughter), turkey, chicken, roadkill, birds, which are not safe for consumption.
Chicken Meat
Animal Protein
The dominant animal protein source in pet foods. Other than protein, it is also high in iron, zinc, selenium, and B vitamins.
PreferA high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Whole Grain Wheat
Carbs
♨🌋
The most common inexpensive filler in lower-grade pet foods. Other than carbs and fiber, it does not contain important nutrients for dogs / cats.
NoticeAn inexpensive filler with gluten, with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.
♨
AllergenContains gluten, which is one of the most common allergens that can cause skin rashes, itchiness, and irritation.
🌋
Related to DigestGluten intolerances can cause damage to the gastrointestinal tract, may result in diarrhea and discomfort stomach.
⁉
UncertainN/A
Wholegrain White Rice
Carbs
Without its bran and germ (the main source of nutrients), white rice is considered as "empty carbs".
NoticeAn inexpensive filler without gluten, with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Sucrose
Carbs
A chemical compound commonly found in table sugar. It is added to provide the sweetness tastse in pet food.
ConcernedA controversial ingredient that might cause health issues, unnecessary for the risk.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Potatoes
Carbs
Contains mainly carbs, often used as an alternative filler for grain-free pet foods.
ConcernedAn inexpensive filler without gluten, with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Peas
Carbs, Plant Protein
🌋
A type of legume that is added to boost up the protein content and acts as an alternative carb. It contains around 22% protein.
NeutralAn acceptable filler with higher nutrition value compared to rice, corn, and wheat.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestLegume contains oligosaccharides, which is a 3 - 5 carbon short-chain sugar that are indigestible by dogs / cats.
⁉
UncertainN/A
Carrots
Carbs
Well known for its alpha and beta-carotene content, also rich in potassium and vitamin B6. Most pet foods use it as a minor ingredient (include 0.1% to 3% of the total composition).
NeutralVegetables are fair source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Rosemary
Carbs
A common herb used for cooking, it is rich in antioxidants to fight off radical damages in the body.
NeutralA harmless herb with potential health benefits.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
DHA
Supplement
Also known as Docosahexaenoic acid, DHA, is a type of omega-3 fat. Like the other type of omega-3 fat eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), DHA is found in a lot of oily fish, such as salmon and sardines. In pet food, it is added as a source of fat and the anti-inflammatory properties.
NeutralA safe supplement for additional omega 3s.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Canola Oil
Fat
🌋
Oil extracted from canola seed, high in omega 6 fats and contains a small amount of trans-fats which is not optimal for health.
ConcernedA controversial, less optimal choice of fat.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestHigh amount of plant-based fat is not easily digested by dogs / cats, can cause obstruction and gastrointestinal upset.
⁉
UncertainN/A
Potassium Sorbate
Supplement
An inorganic form of potassium, which offers 5 - 15% less absorption rate to the body. It is essential for important functions like nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction, and carbon dioxide / oxygen transport.
NeutralA safe supplement for additional vitamins.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Glycerin
Food Additive
⁉
The synthetic form of glycerin, a food additive for sweetening and binding free water. It improves the taste and prevents mold growth of pet foods.
NoticeA food additive that might cause health issues.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainIt might be sourced from the processing of biofuel, where residual methanol and sodium-methanol are found. They are flammable and toxic liquid used to make formaldehyde.
Flaxseed
Fat
One of the richest sources of plant-based omega 3s, well known for its anti-inflammatory properties. It contains around 41% of fat, 57% of the total fatty acids is omega 3s.
NeutralA harmless seed with potential health benefits.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Prebiotic Mos
Prebiotics
Known as MOS, a sugar extracted from yeast, added as a prebiotic. It is well known for its ability to bind pathogenic bacteria, such as E. coli and Salmonella, preventing them from growing in the intestine.
NeutralA safe supplement for prebiotics, which may improve digestive health.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Chia Seeds
Fat, Carbs, Plant Protein
A "superfood" that is rich in plant-based omega 3s(ALA) and contains around 24% of protein. It is added mainly as a gel or suspending agent in pet foods.
NeutralA harmless seed with potential health benefits, along with some plant-based protein.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Green Tea Extract
Others
One of the most healthy tea in the world. It contains catechins, which are natural antioxidants that help prevent radical damages to the body and offer many health benefits.
NeutralA harmless ingredient with potential health benefits.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Taurine
Supplement
An essential amino acid (building blocks of protein) to maintain a healthy brain and heart functions.
PreferA safe supplement to improve the completeness of essential amino acids profile (the building block of protein).
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Colors
Food Additive
⁉
An artificial food dye that is added to "decorate" the pet foods. It offers no nutrition value.
NoticeA food additive that might cause health issues.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainSome artificial colorings are founds to be linked with cancer and other severe illness.
Mixed Tocopherols
Food Additive
A mixture of different types of vitamin E, usually found in plant oils, seed and green vegetables. They are powerful antioxidants used as a natural preservative to slow down the spoilage of food.
NeutralA harmless food additive.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Phosphoric Acid
Food Additive
A colorless liquid used to acidify food and improve the taste. It is a harmless but unnecessary ingredient often used in lower quality pet foods.
NeutralA harmless food additive.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Sea Salt
Others
Mainly added to enhance the flavor, might cause kidney and blood pressure issues in a larger dose. High-quality pet foods should get a sufficient amount from raw meat, additional salt is not necessary.
ConcernedA controversial ingredient that might cause health issues, unnecessary for the risk.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Vitamins
Supplement
A mixture of vitamins supplements to ensure the complete nutrition profile of pet food.
NeutralA safe supplement for additional vitamins.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Mineral
Supplement
A mixture of mineral supplement to ensure the complete nutrition profile of pet food.
NeutralA safe supplement for additional minerals.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Nature Antioxidant
Supplement
Helps protect the body from damage caused by free radicals caused by oxidative stress.
NeutralA safe food supplement for additional antioxidants.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Yucca Extract
Carbs
Yucca schidigera is a desert plant found in the arid southwestern US and Mexico. It has been shown to reduce fecal aroma (poop's smell) without any harmful effect.
NeutralA harmless ingredient with specific benefits.
♨
AllergenN/A
🌋
Related to DigestN/A
⁉
UncertainN/A
Tips
We find 4 Concerned and 5 Notice ingredients from Just Natural Nourish Chicken & Mixed Vegetables. Check from the above list to view the details.
Concerned
Sucrose
Potatoes
Canola Oil
Sea Salt
Notice
Poultry Meal
Whole Grain Wheat
Wholegrain White Rice
Glycerin
Colors
Estimated Meat Content
Some pet food uses high plant protein ingredients to boost up the overall protein level — to make it looks like it includes a lot of meat, which is more appealing for customers.
Therefore, protein level itself cannot tell the quality and how much animal ingredients (more digestible than plants) is in the pet food.
Check if protein is overrated by plant protein boost up
Count of Plant Protein
1 / 7 (14%)
in top 7 ingredients
Protein Level
27%
in dry matter
By looking at the plant protein in top ingredients and compare with the total protein level, we will try to estimate how much animal ingredients is used in the pet food as Meat Content.
Meat Content
Based on my "godly" guess, the meat content might be Medium !
It looks like it contains a moderate amount of meat. Your furbabies should still be fine with it.
Nature’s Gift Just Natural Nourish Dry Dog Food Product Line Review
To make a conclusion about the whole product line, we will consider all recipes and their average nutrition ratio.
Recipes Average Compares to Ideal Level
In the total of 2 recipes, the group has an average of 27% protein, 9% fat and 51% carbohydrate.
(Protein and Fat: Prefer Higher丨Carbs: Prefer Lower)
Protein is -3 (%) less than ideal
Fat is -6 (%) less than ideal
Carbs is 23 (%) higher than ideal
What does it mean?
Overall,Nature’s Gift Just Natural Nourish Dry Dog Food has an carbs level higher than our preferred level.
Conclusion
Throughout the review, we have 3 major opinons about this pet food line:
Nutrition ratio, mainly the level of carbs raises our attention
Ingredients might be worth to take a second look
Medium level of meat content
Based on these, we can conclude Nature’s Gift Just Natural Nourish Dry Dog Food is a pet food line with a 1.5 star rating.
Do we recommend Nature’s Gift Just Natural Nourish Dry Dog Food ?
There are several things make us concerned, so we do not recommend it. If there is a very strong reason for you to choose it, try to mix with other pet food with higher meat to enrich the diet.
The review is entirely our own view and opinon. It is for informational reference only and not a purchase advice.
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