Vitalin Grain Free Adult Dry Dog Food
Manufacturers Product Description
Our recipe for vitality starts on the farm, where we work with the seasons and the sunrise, and gather together the nutrient-dense ingredients that make our food so special.
From our meats to our actively healthy kitchen garden botanicals, every Vitalin recipe is underpinned by generations of farming experience and nutritional expertise and designed to give dogs a zest for life.
This range of dog food is available in Chicken & Lamb.
We rate this dog food range at 15 ⭐'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 3/5 ⭐⭐⭐
This range offers limited rotation, while some benefits of nutritional rotation are possible, the restricted variety may make it more challenging to achieve full amino acid intake.
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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
Vitalin Chicken With Thyme & Root Veg
Composition:
Chicken (39%, including Dried Chicken 28%, Freshly Prepared Chicken 10%, Chicken Gravy 1%), Potato, Sugar Beet, Whole Peas (5.0%), Sweet Potato, Chicken Oil, Dried Carrot (4.0%), Dried Parsnip (4.0%), Whole Linseed, Chicory Root Extract (as a source of Prebiotic FOS) (0.3%), Citrus Extracts (0.2%), Mannan-oligosaccharides (Prebiotic MOS) (0.1%), Glucosamine (340mg/kg), MSM (340mg/kg), Chondroitin (240mg/kg), Apple Cider Vinegar Powder (200mg/kg), Dried Spearmint (200mg/kg), Honey Powder (200mg/kg), Dried Nettle (200mg/kg), Dried Thyme (200mg/kg), Extract of Yucca Schidigera, Tyndallised Lactobacillus Helveticus HA-122 (0.005%)
Analytical Constituents:
Crude Protein 26%
Crude Fat 12%
Crude Fibres 3%
Crude Ash 8%
Nutritional Additives (per kg):
Vitamins: Vitamin A 25,000 iu/kg, Vitamin D3 1,500 iu/kg, Vitamin E 125 mg/kg (as alpha tocopherol), Zinc (Zinc sulphate monohydrate) 100 mg/kg, Iron (Iron (II) sulphate monohydrate) 60 mg/kg, Manganese (Manganous sulphate monohydrate) 50 mg/kg, Copper (Copper (II) sulphate pentahydrate) 5.00 mg/kg, Iodine (Calcium iodate, anhydrous) 1.00 mg/kg, Selenium (Sodium selenite) 0.05 mg/kg, Natural Antioxidants
Vitalin Lamb With Mint
Composition:
Lamb (36.5%, including Dried Lamb 25%, Freshly Prepared Lamb 10%, Lamb Gravy 1.5%), Potato, Sweet Potato, Rapeseed Oil, Whole Peas, Sugar Beet, Dried Carrot, Dried Parsnip, Potato Protein, Whole Linseed, Chicory Root Extract (as a source of Prebiotic FOS) (0.3%), Citrus Extracts (0.2%), Mannanoligosaccharides (Prebiotic MOS) (0.1%), Glucosamine (340mg/kg), MSM (340mg/kg), Chondroitin (240mg/kg), Apple Cider Vinegar Powder (200mg/kg), Dried Spearmint (200mg/kg), Honey Powder (200mg/kg), Dried Nettle (200mg/kg), Dried Thyme (200mg/kg), Extract of Yucca Schidigera, Tyndallised Lactobacillus Helveticus HA-122 (0.005%)
Analytical Constituents:
Crude Protein 22%
Crude Fat 12%
Crude Fibres 3%
Crude Ash 9%
Nutritional Additives (per kg):
Vitamins: Vitamin A 25,000 iu/kg, Vitamin D3 1,500 iu/kg, Vitamin E 125 mg/kg (as alpha tocopherol), Zinc (Zinc sulphate monohydrate) 100 mg/kg, Iron (Iron (II) sulphate monohydrate) 60 mg/kg, Manganese (Manganous sulphate monohydrate) 50 mg/kg, Copper (Copper (II) sulphate pentahydrate) 5.00 mg/kg, Iodine (Calcium iodate, anhydrous) 1.00 mg/kg, Selenium (Sodium selenite) 0.05 mg/kg, Natural Antioxidants
💡 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 offers limited rotation options: Chicken & Lamb. While some benefits of nutritional rotation are possible, the restricted variety may make it more challenging to achieve full dietary balance.
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 provides solid nutrition but may benefit from some carefully selected treats to complement specific nutrients and support overall well-being.
Recommended Treats to Complement Vitalin Grain Free Adult Dry Dog Food
✅ Beef Liver - A nutrient-dense treat high in Vitamin A, iron, and essential amino acids, promoting healthy vision and immune function.
✅ Rabbit Ear with Fur - A natural fibre source that aids digestion and supports gut health
✅ Chicken Feet - A natural source of collagen and glucosamine, helping maintain joint health and skin elasticity.
✅ Pig Snout - A softer chew rich in cartilage and collagen, great for joint support and skin 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 a solid nutritional foundation, though some nutrients may be less optimal than in higher-rated foods. Rotating protein sources and introducing targeted supplements, such as omega-3s or joint support, can help maintain overall well-being.
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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