The Science of Ava Puppy Food What Makes It Stand Out

Ava Medium Breed Puppy Review

Updated 12 May 2023 Overview Nutrition Pricing Company Similar foods Comments Update Ava Medium Breed Puppy Review Type of food Complete dry extruded Dog types Pet dogs Breed sizes NOT suitable for toy breed dogsAdult weight 1-4kg. e.g. Chihuahua, Pomeranian, Yorkshire Terrier NOT suitable for small breed dogsAdult weight 4-10kg. e.g. Beagle, Dachshund, Jack Russell Suitable for medium breed dogsAdult weight 10-25kg. e.g. Border Collie, Staffie, Springer, Vizsla NOT suitable for large breed dogsAdult weight 25-45kg. e.g. Boxer, Labrador, Greyhound NOT suitable for giant breed dogsAdult weight 45kg+ e.g. Bernese, Great Dane, Mastiff Dog ages From weaning to 12 months Pack sizes 15kg bags RRP 15kg bags = 49.99 Exclusive to Pets at Home ADD TO COMPARE At a glance Natural: Free from added artificial preservatives, antioxidants, colourings, flavourings or other controversial synthetic ingredientsHigh meat content: Contains at least 30% meat ingredients (on a dry matter basis)Not hypoallergenic: Contains wheat, maize, dairy products, soya products and/or artificial additives or has an ingredient list that is too unclear to rule out their presenceClearly labelled: Each ingredient is clearly and individually stated and there is at least a reasonable indication of the percentages of the main ingredientsCertified nutritionally complete: This food complies fully with the complete food nutrient tolerances as recommended by FEDIAF and/or AAFCO Nutrition Composition Mixing bowl: Chicken 54.5% (Chicken Meal 27.5%, Fresh Chicken 17.5%, Chicken Fat 7%, Chicken Gravy 2.5%), Brown Rice (22.5%), Maize (12.5%), Beet Pulp (3.5%), Whole Dried Egg, Salmon Oil, Brewers Yeast, Minerals, Pre-Biotic Fructo-Oligosaccharide (1600mg/kg), Beta-Glucans, Pre-Biotic Mannan Oligosaccharides (400mg/kg), Yucca Extract (200mg/kg), Glucosamine (200mg/kg), Chondroitin (150mg/kg), Cranberry Extract, Green Tea Extract, Pomegranate Extract, Rosemary Extract. As fed (BETA): Nutritional additives (per kg) Vitamin a 27, 000 IU, Vitamin D3 2, 025 IU, Vitamin E 450 IU, Zinc Chelate of Amino Acid Hydrate 427mg, Manganese Chelate of Amino Acid Hydrate 53mg, Copper Chelate of Amino Acid Hydrate 80mg, Calcium Iodate Anhydrous 2mg, Organic Selenium Produced from Saccharomyces Cerevisiae (Cncm I-3060) (Selenium Yeast Inactivated) (3b 8.10) 70 mg. Typical Analysis Protein 30.0%, Fat 18.0%, Fibre 2.2%, Ash 7.0%, Moisture 8.0%. Dry weight nutrients Above average Average Below average * NFE carbohydrate level (i.e. not including fibre). Level estimated from available data. Company See less more Manufacturer's product description " AVA believe that the love you feel for your dog can only be matched by the care taken in producing their food. AVA is the next step in Advanced Nutrition with a perfectly simple aim; to use passion and expertise to deliver exceptional nutrition through food, every day. AVA know that a healthy digestion and skin and coat condition are important signs of overall animal wellbeing which is why the range is hypo-allergenic and made with gentle, natural ingredients which are completely free of wheat, wheat gluten, soya, pork and dairy and contain only quality protein sources for sensitive stomachs, digestive health supporting pre-biotics and +Imuvita immune boosting ingredients. AVA is Veterinary Approved and a perfect choice for those wanting to feed a quality natural food., AVA know that the first year is crucial for your dog's development, and comes with some very specific nutritional requirements. This rapid growth is reliant on a high-calorie diet rich in nutrients, which is why all AVA puppy food is specially formulated to contain a unique blend of vitamins and minerals as well as Omega 3 that young brains, bones and immune systems need to thrive., Features:, -Specially tailored kibble shape and size to suit your pet;, -Advanced Formulation - High quality source of easily digestible protein;, -hypo-allergenic - Hypo allergenic recipes with no added wheat or wheat gluten;, -Digestive Function - Combined slow release carbohydrates and sources of soluble and insoluble fibre maintain energy levels and a healthy intestinal function;, -Condition and Development - A rich source of Omega 3 and 6 helps support skin and coat condition, heart and kidney health and ongoing brain function development;, -Internal Conditioning - Contains MOS and FOS pre-biotics to maintain internal body health and functional conditioning and Yucca to reduce stool odour;, -Mobility and Joint Care - Added Glucosamine and Chondroitin helps support joint condition and general mobility;, -Healthy Teeth and Bones - Optimum ratios of Calcium and Phosphorus help maintain strong teeth and bones and maintain overall oral health., Suitable for medium breed puppies from 6 weeks to 1 year old., Fresh, clean water should always be available, and puppies should be supervised at all times whilst feeding. "

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This food is suitable for the following breed sizes:

Private label

(or

white label

) pet foods are pre-formulated recipes that companies can order from certain factories, add their own label or packaging and retail to the public as their own brand. They are therefore available from numerous suppliers.

Click here for more info

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Mixing bowl composition

This is the ingredients list as printed on the packaging or manufacturer's website.

Think of the 'mixing bowl' composition like a recipe - all the ingredients you would need to put in a 'mixing bowl' in order to make the food.

Ingredients have to be listed in descending order of their weight so the higher it appears, the more there is.

Highlighted ingredients

Ingredients that we believe to be controversial or inferior are highlighted in yellow with particularly low grade, highly contentious or excessively vague ingredients in red.

As fed composition

While the 'mixing bowl' composition is useful for knowing what went into the food, it doesn't always reflect what your dog is actually eating. This is because the processes that turn the ingredients into the finished pet food can significantly alter the relative weights of the ingredients.

For this reason we've calculated the approximate 'as fed' percentages for the main ingredient categories in the finished product.

Please note that these figures are very approximate. They are estimates based on the information provided by the manufacturer in the ingredients list so the clearer the terminology and the more percentages they provide, the more accurate our estimates will be. Wherever information is lacking, we always assume the worst.

Ingredient categories

Meat ingredients: includes all meat and fish ingredients except isolated fats/oils.

Added oils and fats: includes all isolated oil and fat ingredients.

Carb-rich ingredients: includes all ingredients derived from grains, pseudo-grains, potatoes and other starchy root vegetables, sweet potato and legumes (except whole peas which are categorised under fruit and veg) except for isolated protein and extracted oils. Also includes fibre supplements.

Fruit and veg: includes all whole vegetables and fruits.

Other: all other ingredients. Mostly made up by nutritional supplements and additives.

For more information on any ingredient, please take a look at our Dog Food Ingredient Glossary

The dry matter level of a nutrient is the percentage there would be in the food if all of the water was removed.

With water taken out of the equation, these figures allow the nutrient levels of foods of different types (like wet and dry) to be compared on an even playing field.

Click here for more information

The

price per day

of feeding this food based on feeding the manufacturer's recommended daily amount from 15kg bags bought at their rrp to a dog of:

Note:

All suggested feeding amounts and costs are only approximate and may vary considerably from dog to dog. Be sure to contact the manufacturer if in any doubt.

68 out of 100-Good

Our unique product ratings are calculated based on a number of characteristics including the quality and quantity of the stated ingredients, certain nutritional and technological additives and the processing methods used to create the food. They are designed to indicate how beneficial we think a food is likely to be for the majority of dogs when fed on a daily basis for an extended period. Click here for more information

Country of origin: United Kingdom

A technological additive is any substance added to a pet food "for a technological purpose and which favourably affects the characteristics of feed".

The most common categories of technological additives include preservatives and antioxidants, gelling agents and thickeners and probiotics.

While the primary effects of technoloical additives are certainly 'favourable' (increased shelf life in the case of preservatives & antioxidants, better food texture and consistency in the case of gelling agents and thickeners etc.) some have been linked to health problems in pets and should be treated with caution.

Unfortunately, many technological additives do not have to be declared by the manufacturer so just because they do not appear on the label does not necessarily mean they are not in the food. If in doubt, ask the manufacturer directly exactly what technological additives their foods contain.

Ava Small Breed Puppy Review

Overview Nutrition Pricing Company Similar foods Comments Update Ava Small Breed Puppy Review Type of food Complete dry extruded Dog types Pet dogs Breed sizes Suitable for toy breed dogsAdult weight 1-4kg. e.g. Chihuahua, Pomeranian, Yorkshire Terrier Suitable for small breed dogsAdult weight 4-10kg. e.g. Beagle, Dachshund, Jack Russell NOT suitable for medium breed dogsAdult weight 10-25kg. e.g. Border Collie, Staffie, Springer, Vizsla NOT suitable for large breed dogsAdult weight 25-45kg. e.g. Boxer, Labrador, Greyhound NOT suitable for giant breed dogsAdult weight 45kg+ e.g. Bernese, Great Dane, Mastiff Dog ages From weaning to 8 months Pack sizes 2kg bags RRP 2kg bags = 9.99 Exclusive to Pets at Home ADD TO COMPARE At a glance Natural: Free from added artificial preservatives, antioxidants, colourings, flavourings or other controversial synthetic ingredientsHigh meat content: Contains at least 30% meat ingredients (on a dry matter basis)Not hypoallergenic: Contains wheat, maize, dairy products, soya products and/or artificial additives or has an ingredient list that is too unclear to rule out their presenceClearly labelled: Each ingredient is clearly and individually stated and there is at least a reasonable indication of the percentages of the main ingredientsCertified nutritionally complete: This food complies fully with the complete food nutrient tolerances as recommended by FEDIAF and/or AAFCO Nutrition Composition Mixing bowl: Chicken 56.5% (Chicken Meal 29%, Fresh Chicken 17.5%, Chicken Fat 7.5%, Chicken Gravy 2.5%), Brown Rice (22.5%), Maize (10%), Beet Pulp (3.5%), Whole Dried Egg, Salmon Oil, Brewers Yeast, Minerals, Pre-Biotic Fructooligosaccharide (1600mg/kg), Beta-Glucans, Pre-Biotic Mannanoligosaccharides (400mg/kg), Yucca Extract (200mg/kg), Glucosamine (200mg/kg), Chondroitin (150mg/kg), Cranberry Extract, Green Tea Extract, Pomegranate Extract, Rosemary Extract. As fed (BETA): Nutritional additives (per kg) Vitamin a 27, 000 IU, Vitamin D3 2, 025 IU, Vitamin E 450 IU, Zinc Chelate of Amino Acid Hydrate 427mg, Manganese Chelate of Amino Acid Hydrate 53mg, Copper Chelate of Amino Acid Hydrate 80mg, Calcium Iodate Anhydrous 2mg, Organic Selenium Produced from Saccharomyces Cerevisiae (Cncm I-3060) (Selenium Yeast Inactivated) (3b 8.10) 70 mg. Typical Analysis Protein 31.0%, Fat 19.0%, Fibre 2.2%, Ash 7.7%, Moisture 8.0%. Dry weight nutrients Above average Average Below average * NFE carbohydrate level (i.e. not including fibre). Level estimated from available data. Company See less more Manufacturer's product description " Dogs need complete, balanced nutrition for a long and healthy life. That's why at AVA we take great care to produce food that delivers exceptional nutrition every day. Here at AVA we believe that the love you feel for your dog can only be matched by the care we take in producing their food. Our aim is perfectly simple; to use our passion and expertise to deliver exceptional nutrition through our foods. The first year is crucial for your dog's development, and comes with some very specific nutritional requirements. It's not just their high energy levels that need to be fed either. All AVA puppy food is specially formulated to contain the Omega 3, vitamins and minerals that young brains, bones and immune systems need to thrive. Our Hypo-allergenic formulations contain; only quality protein sources for sensitive stomachs, digestive health supporting pre biotics and +imuvita immunity supporting ingredients. Every vet-approved AVA product contains immunity supporting ingredients including beta-glucans, cranberry, pomegranate and green tea extract. Immunity supporting ingredients provide a perfect nutritional balance to support health and immunity - our exclusive blend of superfood based natural vitamins and minerals. AVA is Veterinary Approved and a perfect choice for those wanting to feed a quality natural food. AVA - the next step in Advanced Nutrition. Suitable for dogs from 6wks - 8months. Not suitable for puppies under 4weeks old. "

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This food is suitable for the following breed sizes:

Private label

(or

white label

) pet foods are pre-formulated recipes that companies can order from certain factories, add their own label or packaging and retail to the public as their own brand. They are therefore available from numerous suppliers.

Click here for more info

.

Mixing bowl composition

This is the ingredients list as printed on the packaging or manufacturer's website.

Think of the 'mixing bowl' composition like a recipe - all the ingredients you would need to put in a 'mixing bowl' in order to make the food.

Ingredients have to be listed in descending order of their weight so the higher it appears, the more there is.

Highlighted ingredients

Ingredients that we believe to be controversial or inferior are highlighted in yellow with particularly low grade, highly contentious or excessively vague ingredients in red.

As fed composition

While the 'mixing bowl' composition is useful for knowing what went into the food, it doesn't always reflect what your dog is actually eating. This is because the processes that turn the ingredients into the finished pet food can significantly alter the relative weights of the ingredients.

For this reason we've calculated the approximate 'as fed' percentages for the main ingredient categories in the finished product.

Please note that these figures are very approximate. They are estimates based on the information provided by the manufacturer in the ingredients list so the clearer the terminology and the more percentages they provide, the more accurate our estimates will be. Wherever information is lacking, we always assume the worst.

Ingredient categories

Meat ingredients: includes all meat and fish ingredients except isolated fats/oils.

Added oils and fats: includes all isolated oil and fat ingredients.

Carb-rich ingredients: includes all ingredients derived from grains, pseudo-grains, potatoes and other starchy root vegetables, sweet potato and legumes (except whole peas which are categorised under fruit and veg) except for isolated protein and extracted oils. Also includes fibre supplements.

Fruit and veg: includes all whole vegetables and fruits.

Other: all other ingredients. Mostly made up by nutritional supplements and additives.

For more information on any ingredient, please take a look at our Dog Food Ingredient Glossary

The dry matter level of a nutrient is the percentage there would be in the food if all of the water was removed.

With water taken out of the equation, these figures allow the nutrient levels of foods of different types (like wet and dry) to be compared on an even playing field.

Click here for more information

The

price per day

of feeding this food based on feeding the manufacturer's recommended daily amount from 2kg bags bought at their rrp to a dog of:

Note:

All suggested feeding amounts and costs are only approximate and may vary considerably from dog to dog. Be sure to contact the manufacturer if in any doubt.

68 out of 100-Good

Our unique product ratings are calculated based on a number of characteristics including the quality and quantity of the stated ingredients, certain nutritional and technological additives and the processing methods used to create the food. They are designed to indicate how beneficial we think a food is likely to be for the majority of dogs when fed on a daily basis for an extended period. Click here for more information

Country of origin: United Kingdom

A technological additive is any substance added to a pet food "for a technological purpose and which favourably affects the characteristics of feed".

The most common categories of technological additives include preservatives and antioxidants, gelling agents and thickeners and probiotics.

While the primary effects of technoloical additives are certainly 'favourable' (increased shelf life in the case of preservatives & antioxidants, better food texture and consistency in the case of gelling agents and thickeners etc.) some have been linked to health problems in pets and should be treated with caution.

Unfortunately, many technological additives do not have to be declared by the manufacturer so just because they do not appear on the label does not necessarily mean they are not in the food. If in doubt, ask the manufacturer directly exactly what technological additives their foods contain.