Barking Heads Grain Free Adult Dry Dog Food
Manufacturers Product Description
A complete freshly prepared dry dog food, lovingly made to support adult dog's with sensitive skin & tummies.
Our paw lickin' grain free recipe contains pre-biotics to help support your pooches digestion & a healthy gut microbe. Approved by vets (& their pets!)
This range of dog food is available in Duck, Salmon and White Fish.
We rate this dog food range at 19 ⭐'s out of 20
📊 Scoring Breakdown
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🥩 Protein Quality 4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
This range contains fresh, named meat, which is highly digestible and offers an excellent source of essential amino acids. It also includes dried meat, a nutrient-dense protein source that retains many of the benefits of fresh meat while offering high protein concentration.
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🟡 Essential Amino Acids 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This range allows for effective nutritional rotation, helping to balance amino acids, vitamins, and minerals over time.
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🌾 Carbohydrate Balance 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This range provides a good source of species-appropriate easily digestible carbohydrates.
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🟦 Biological Suitability 5/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
This range offers a high level of biological suitability, increasing the probability of achieving optimal nutrition while reducing the likelihood of both nutritional deficiency and excess.
✨ Nutritional Information
Barking Heads Duck
Composition:
50% Duck (27% Freshly Prepared Free Run Duck, 19% Dried Duck, 2% Duck Fat, 2% Duck Gravy) Sweet Potato (24%), Peas (12%), Potato, Lucerne, Linseed, Minerals, Yeast Products (1000mg/kg), Chicory Root Extract (FOS 1000mg/kg), Seaweed, Dried Carrot (500mg/kg), Mixed Herbs (Peppermint, Rosemary, Oregano & Thyme 500mg/kg), Beta Glucans
Analytical Constituents:
Crude Protein 24%
Crude Fat 18%
Crude Fibres 3.5%
Crude Ash 8.5%
Nutritional Additives (per kg):
Vitamins: Vitamin A 17,000 IU, Vitamin D3 1,000 IU, Vitamin E 100mg; Trace elements: Iron (Iron (II) Sulphate Monohydrate) 60mg, Zinc (Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate) 50mg, Manganese (Manganous Sulphate Monohydrate) 50mg, Zinc (Zinc Chelate of Glycine Hydrate) 15mg, Copper (Copper (II) Sulphate Pentahydrate) 5mg, Iodine (Calcium Iodate Anhydrous) 1.5mg, Selenium (Sodium Selenite) 0.05mg
Barking Heads Salmon
Composition:
Salmon 50% (26% Freshly Prepared Scottish Salmon, 20% Dried Salmon, 4% Salmon Oil), Sweet Potato (26%), Potato, Peas (10%), Lucerne, Minerals, Yeast Products (1000mg/kg), Chicory Root Extract (FOS 1000mg/kg), Seaweed, Dried Carrot (500mg/kg), Mixed Herbs (Peppermint, Rosemary, Oregano & Thyme 500mg/kg), Beta Glucans
Analytical Constituents:
Crude Protein 24%
Crude Fat 13%
Crude Fibres 3%
Crude Ash 7.5%
Nutritional Additives (per kg):
Vitamins: Vitamin A 17,000 IU, Vitamin E 100mg, Biotin 0.15mg; Trace elements: Iron (Iron (II) Sulphate Monohydrate) 60mg, Zinc (Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate) 50mg, Manganese (Manganous Sulphate Monohydrate) 50mg, Zinc (Zinc Chelate of Glycine Hydrate) 15mg, Copper (Copper (II) Sulphate Pentahydrate) 5mg, Iodine (Calcium Iodate Anhydrous) 1.5mg
Barking Heads White Fish
Composition:
50% Fish (29% Freshly Prepared White Fish, 15% Dried Fish, 4% Salmon Oil, 2% Salmon Gravy), Sweet Potato (26%), Potato, Peas (7%), Lucerne, Linseed, Minerals, Yeast Products (1000mg/kg), Chicory Root Extract (FOS 1000mg/kg), Seaweed, Dried Carrot (500mg/kg), Mixed Herbs (Peppermint, Rosemary, Oregano & Thyme 500mg/kg), Beta Glucans
Analytical Constituents:
Crude Protein 23%
Crude Fat 11%
Crude Fibres 3.5%
Crude Ash 8.5%
Nutritional Additives (per kg):
Vitamins: Vitamin A 17,000 IU, Vitamin E 100mg, Biotin 0.15mg; Trace elements: Iron (Iron (II) Sulphate Monohydrate) 60mg, Zinc (Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate) 50mg, Manganese (Manganous Sulphate Monohydrate) 50mg, Zinc (Zinc Chelate of Glycine Hydrate) 15mg, Copper (Copper (II) Sulphate Pentahydrate) 5mg, Iodine (Calcium Iodate Anhydrous) 1.5mg
💡 Our Recommendations
Rotation - Your Most Important Nutritional Strategy
🐾 No matter what food your dog eats, rotation is always recommended where possible to increase the probability of better all-round nutrition.
🔄 We highly recommend rotating within the same brand whenever possible. 🐶
This range includes the following rotation options: Duck, Salmon and White Fish. The variety available allows for effective nutritional rotation, helping to balance amino acids, vitamins, and minerals over time.
Natural Dog Treats
💡 Why Might Treats Be Considered?
All treats should serve a nutritional purpose. They either balance the dogs diet filling nutritional gaps, support digestion or promote joint/coat health.
As this food is of high quality, the need for additional treats is minimal. However, carefully selected natural treats in moderation can provide variety and enrichment without unbalancing the diet.
Recommended Treats to Complement Barking Heads Grain Free Adult Dry Dog Food
✅ Cow’s Ear – A softer, chewy treat with low fat content, making it ideal for sensitive stomachs and digestion.
✅ Rabbit Ear with Fur - A natural fibre source that aids digestion and supports gut health
✅ Moon Bone - A natural source of calcium and phosphorus, supporting strong bones and teeth.
✅ Beef Trachea - A crunchy, high-value treat rich in glucosamine and chondroitin, excellent for joint support and dental health.
🚨 Caution: Treats should always be given in moderation. Even natural treats contribute to daily nutrition intake, so they should be part of a balanced feeding plan to avoid excess.
Supplements
💡Why Might Supplements Be Considered?
This food provides high-quality nutrition, and if rotation is possible, it may not require supplements in the same way as lower-quality foods. However, from 4 years old onwards, a dog’s nutritional needs begin to shift, and supplements can play a key role in preventative health rather than reactionary care.
Whole Foods - Additional Nutrients
Looking to enhance your dog’s diet naturally, whole foods can be a great way to introduce additional nutrients.
Even the healthiest whole foods can turn a well-balanced diet into something excessive if portion control is ignored. More nutrition doesn’t always mean better, it often means overload, leading to toxicity, digestive issues, or long-term organ strain.
✔ Whole foods should complement, not compete with a balanced diet.
✔ If you’re adding whole foods regularly, you must reduce the main food accordingly.
✔ If you have any questions about whole foods contact us to ensure the diet stays safe, balanced, and beneficial.
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✅ Independent Analysis – All ratings and reviews are based solely on publicly available information and are not influenced by any third party. The Delicious Dog Food Company does not receive payment or sponsorship in exchange for favourable reviews. Scores are calculated using our independent, locked-in rating system.
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