Purina Beyond is built around a named meat as the first ingredient, with chicken in all nine kibbles and egg in seven. Every recipe in the data is listed as discontinued.
The kibbles run from 24 to 30 percent protein and 30 to 40 percent estimated starch, as fed. Three are grain free, using cassava root flour and pea starch, and the rest include rice, barley or oatmeal. Seven of nine contain peas or lentils. Lamb, beef and salmon each lead one kibble. Against 1834 kibbles in the catalog, the line averages 26.6 percent protein versus 26.9, 35 percent estimated starch versus 37.4, and 443 kcal versus 395.
The four toppers range from a bone broth with 0.5 percent protein and 100 percent moisture to a beef jerky with 28 percent protein and 22 percent moisture, so their average of 10.6 percent protein against the topper catalog's 18.4 says little on its own. The main kibble trade-off is that protein sits near the catalog average while calories run higher.
| Recipe | Protein | Fat | Starch | Kcal / cup | First ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simply Small Dog White Meat Chicken & Egg Recipe | 30% | 18% | 30% | 469 | Chicken, Chicken Meal, Rice |
| Puppy Chicken & Oatmeal Recipe | 28% | 16% | 33% | 458 | Chicken, Chicken Meal, Rice |
| Simply Farm-Raised Beef, Barley & Cage-Free Egg Recipe | 27% | 16% | 34% | 445 | Beef, Chicken Meal, Whole Barley |
| Simply Grain-Free White Meat Chicken & Egg Recipe | 27% | 16% | 34% | 439 | Chicken, Chicken Meal, Pea Starch |
| Organic Small Dog Chicken, Egg & Carrot Recipe Natural | 27% | 17% | 33% | 468 | Organic Chicken, Organic Chicken Meal, Organic Cassava Root Flour |
| Organic Chicken, Egg & Sweet Potato Recipe Natural Grain-Free | 26% | 16% | 35% | 439 | Organic Chicken, Organic Chicken Meal, Organic Cassava Root Flour |
| Superfood Blend Salmon, Egg & Pumpkin Recipe | 26% | 16% | 36% | 437 | Salmon, Rice, Whole Barley |
| Simply Pasture-Raised Lamb & Whole Barley Recipe | 24% | 14% | 40% | 422 | Lamb, Rice, Chicken Meal |
| Simply Farm-Raised Chicken & Whole Barley Recipe | 24% | 14% | 40% | 411 | Chicken, Rice, Whole Barley |
| Line average | 26.6% | 15.9% | 35% | 443 |
All figures as fed, from the guaranteed analysis on each label. Starch is our estimate, since no bag prints it. Highest in the line is marked in bold, lowest in italics.
30% protein · 18% fat · 30% starch · 469 kcal/cup · Adult
Made for small dogs, this kibble has the most protein and fat and the least estimated starch in the line, at 30, 18 and 30 percent. At 469 kcal per cup, the highest here, it suits small dogs eating small portions, with rice and whole barley as its grains.
We believe this recipe has been discontinued.
Full review of Simply Small Dog White Meat Chicken & Egg Recipe28% protein · 16% fat · 33% starch · 458 kcal/cup · Puppy
The only puppy recipe in the line, it is listed for all breeds and small breeds and uses chicken, chicken meal, rice, oatmeal and barley. At 28 percent protein, 16 percent fat and 458 kcal per cup, it suits owners of growing dogs wanting a grain-inclusive kibble.
We believe this recipe has been discontinued.
Full review of Puppy Chicken & Oatmeal Recipe27% protein · 16% fat · 34% starch · 445 kcal/cup · Adult
The only kibble here with beef, it pairs beef with chicken meal, whole barley and pea starch, plus cage-free egg. At 27 percent protein and 445 kcal per cup, it suits owners wanting a beef-led recipe that still includes grain.
We believe this recipe has been discontinued.
Full review of Simply Farm-Raised Beef, Barley & Cage-Free Egg Recipe27% protein · 16% fat · 34% starch · 439 kcal/cup · Adult
This is the grain-free chicken and egg kibble without organic ingredients, built on chicken, chicken meal, pea starch and cassava root flour. With 27 percent protein, 34 percent estimated starch and 439 kcal per cup, it suits owners who want grain free outside the organic recipes.
We believe this recipe has been discontinued.
Full review of Simply Grain-Free White Meat Chicken & Egg Recipe27% protein · 17% fat · 33% starch · 468 kcal/cup · Adult
Made for small dogs with organic chicken, organic cassava root flour and organic pea starch, this is the grain-free alternative to the rice and barley small dog recipe. It has 27 percent protein, 17 percent fat and 468 kcal per cup, suiting small dog owners who want organic ingredients.
We believe this recipe has been discontinued.
Full review of Organic Small Dog Chicken, Egg & Carrot Recipe Natural26% protein · 16% fat · 35% starch · 439 kcal/cup · Adult
This organic grain-free kibble is the only one here with potato flagged, from sweet potato, alongside organic chicken, cassava root flour and pea starch. At 26 percent protein, 35 percent estimated starch and 439 kcal per cup, it suits owners wanting organic ingredients for a dog of any size.
We believe this recipe has been discontinued.
Full review of Organic Chicken, Egg & Sweet Potato Recipe Natural Grain-Free26% protein · 16% fat · 36% starch · 437 kcal/cup · Adult
The only kibble here with fish, it lists salmon first, then rice, whole barley, chicken meal and whole oatmeal, and is sold as a superfood blend with pumpkin. With 26 percent protein and 36 percent estimated starch, it suits owners wanting a salmon-led recipe with grain.
We believe this recipe has been discontinued.
Full review of Superfood Blend Salmon, Egg & Pumpkin Recipe24% protein · 14% fat · 40% starch · 422 kcal/cup · Adult
The only kibble here with lamb, it lists lamb first, followed by rice, chicken meal and whole barley, and has no peas or lentils. With 24 percent protein and 40 percent estimated starch, it suits owners wanting a lamb-led, grain-inclusive kibble who are fine with chicken meal.
We believe this recipe has been discontinued.
Full review of Simply Pasture-Raised Lamb & Whole Barley Recipe24% protein · 14% fat · 40% starch · 411 kcal/cup · Adult
This kibble has the fewest calories in the line at 411 kcal per cup and is the only one with chicken as its sole animal protein, with no egg, peas or lentils. With 24 percent protein and 40 percent estimated starch, it suits owners wanting a plainer chicken and barley recipe.
We believe this recipe has been discontinued.
Full review of Simply Farm-Raised Chicken & Whole Barley Recipe| Recipe | Protein | Fat | Moisture | Kcal / kg | First ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixers+ Protein Boost Beef Jerky Recipe | 28% | 9% | 22% | 3,191 | Beef, Dried Chicken, Glycerin |
| Pacific Tuna Recipe | 7% | 0.1% | 92% | 384 | Tuna Broth, Tuna, Carrots |
| Alaskan Salmon Recipe | 7% | 0.1% | 92% | 439 | Salmon Broth, Salmon, Broccoli |
| Mixers+ Immune Support Chicken Bone Broth | 0.5% | 0% | 100% | 33 | Chicken Bone Broth, Vitamins [Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin A Supplement, Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Biotin (Vitamin B-7)] |
| Line average | 10.6% | 2.3% | 76.5% | 1,012 |
All figures as fed, from the guaranteed analysis on each label. Wet food is mostly water, so compare it with other wet food only. Highest in the line is marked in bold, lowest in italics.
28% protein · 9% fat · 33.5% starch · 3,191 kcal/kg · Adult
This jerky topper leads with beef and dried chicken and has the most protein, fat and calories in the line, at 28 percent protein and 3191 kcal per kg. It is the only topper with dried peas and suits owners wanting a dense, chewy mix-in.
We believe this recipe has been discontinued.
Full review of Mixers+ Protein Boost Beef Jerky Recipe7% protein · 0.1% fat · 22 kcal/pouch · Adult
One of two fish toppers, this one lists tuna broth and tuna first and is the only topper here with sweet potato, a fact for owners who avoid potato. At 92 percent moisture and 22 kcal per pouch, it suits adding flavor to a meal with few added calories.
We believe this recipe has been discontinued.
Full review of Pacific Tuna Recipe7% protein · 0.1% fat · 25 kcal/pouch · Adult
This fish topper lists salmon broth, salmon, broccoli and tomato, with no grain, peas, lentils or potato flagged. With 7 percent protein and 25 kcal per pouch, it suits owners who want a fish pour-over without the sweet potato found in the tuna version.
We believe this recipe has been discontinued.
Full review of Alaskan Salmon Recipe0.5% protein · 0% fat · 1 kcal/pouch · Adult
Sold for immune support, this chicken bone broth adds a vitamin blend and has the least protein, fat and calories in the line, at 0.5 percent protein and 1 kcal per pouch. It suits owners who want to add moisture and flavor with almost no calories.
We believe this recipe has been discontinued.
Full review of Mixers+ Immune Support Chicken Bone BrothOnly part of the line. Three kibbles are grain free: Simply Grain-Free White Meat Chicken & Egg, Organic Small Dog Chicken, Egg & Carrot, and Organic Chicken, Egg & Sweet Potato. The other kibbles include rice, barley or oatmeal, and none of the four toppers have grain flagged.
Among kibbles, Simply Small Dog White Meat Chicken & Egg has the most at 30 percent, along with 18 percent fat. Among toppers, Mixers+ Protein Boost Beef Jerky leads at 28 percent protein.
Yes. All 13 recipes in the data, including the nine kibbles such as Simply Farm-Raised Chicken & Whole Barley and the four toppers such as Alaskan Salmon Recipe, are listed as discontinued.
Protein is close to the average kibble we review (30.2% on a dry matter basis).
Starch is lower than average, at 35% of the food as fed.
100% of recipes lead with a meat, fish or egg ingredient (89% across the site).
54% of recipes are grain-free.
this range, lowest to highest its average average of all 3,205 foods we review
Starch is our estimate from the guaranteed analysis, since no manufacturer prints it. How we work it out
Share of recipes that list each animal protein as an ingredient, not counting oils, fats or flavorings. Useful if your dog has a food sensitivity.
These are not unsafe. They are listed because readers ask about them.
EL Elemental dry dog food, two additional lots (expansion)
EL Elemental prescription dry dog food (8 lb, 20 lb)
PPVD EN Gastroenteric Low Fat wet dog food 13.4 oz cans (contained Purina ONE True Instinct Turkey & Venison)
Beneful Prepared Meals, Beneful Chopped Blends and Pro Plan Savory Meals 10 oz wet dog food tubs, Best Before Jun-Aug 2017
Purina ONE beyOnd Our White Meat Chicken & Whole Barley Recipe Adult dry dog food, limited bags
All Waggin' Train and Canyon Creek Ranch dog treats (chicken jerky) sold in US (market withdrawal)
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