Dr John Activ Adult Dry Dog Food
Manufacturers Product Description
Dr. John Hypoallergenic Activ’s recipe is designed to support top performance in working dogs including sled dogs, racing greyhounds & working gun dogs, or those that need a boost for extreme activity or recovery.
The formula provides complete & balanced nutrition but with an elevated nutritional profile. This is the perfect high-energy hypoallergenic diet to keep dogs active, performing well and in good health.
Our crunchy bite-sized kibbles are made with high quality, natural ingredients and no added artificial colours, flavours or sugars as standard.
This range of dog food is available in Chicken.
We rate this dog food range at 12 ⭐'s out of 20
📊 Scoring Breakdown
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🥩 Protein Quality 3/5 ⭐⭐⭐
This range 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 1/5 ⭐
This range provides no rotation options. Due to the lack of variety, achieving the amino acid intake required, is not feasible within this range alone.
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🌾 Carbohydrate Balance 4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
This range includes moderate carbohydrate levels, focusing on nutrient-rich, easy digestible options.
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🟦 Biological Suitability 4/5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐
This range offers a good level of biological suitability, increasing the probability of balanced nutrition while helping to reduce the risk of both nutritional excess and deficiency.
✨ Nutritional Information
Dr John Activ
Composition:
Dehydrated poultry (40% chicken), barley, rice, chicken fat, oats, beet pulp, salmon oil (2%), linseed, minerals, mixed herbs (sage, oregano, mint, rosemary, turmeric and ginger). New Zealand green-lipped mussel extract, yucca extract
Analytical Constituents:
Crude Protein 30%
Crude Fat 20%
Crude Fibres 2.8%
Crude Ash 6.5%
Nutritional Additives (per kg):
💡 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 provides no rotation options. Due to the lack of variety, achieving the benefits of nutritional rotation is not feasible within this range alone.
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.
This food meets basic nutritional standards, but treats may be used to provide additional benefits such as improved joint health, digestion, or protein balance.
Recommended Treats to Complement Dr John Activ Adult Dry Dog Food
✅ Rabbit Feet - A digestive-friendly treat providing natural prebiotics to promote healthy gut bacteria.
✅ Chicken Neck - A crunchy, calcium-rich treat that supports bone health and dental hygiene.
✅ Pig Snout - A softer chew rich in cartilage and collagen, great for joint support and skin health.
✅ Beef Liver - A nutrient-dense treat high in Vitamin A, iron, and essential amino acids, promoting healthy vision and immune function.
🚨 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 meets basic nutritional requirements but may benefit from additional support. Digestive aids, omega fatty acids, and joint supplements can help compensate for areas where the formulation may be lacking.
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.
Want to Know More...
We are qualified canine nutritionists and can provide you with a simple to understand 10 page PDF.
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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.
✅ No Veterinary Advice – The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace veterinary advice. If you have concerns about your dog’s health, always consult a qualified veterinarian before making dietary changes.
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✅ Scoring Methodology Disclaimer – Our scoring system is based on a structured analysis of four key nutritional categories: Protein Quality, Essential Amino Acids, Carbohydrate Balance and Biological Suitability. These ratings are determined using verifiable public data and a locked-in, repeatable methodology. No subjective opinions or outside influences affect the final score.
✅ Data and Transparency Policy – If a product lacks transparency regarding ingredients, processing methods, or nutrient values, we will always assume the worst-case scenario. Why? Because if the details were positive, they would be used in the marketing of the food. A lack of transparency in dog food often suggests something is being hidden, and we refuse to make assumptions in favour of any product without clear, verifiable facts.
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