The Best Grain-Free Kibble

There are plenty of reasons why dogs are called man's best friend. If you have a dog, you can surely come up with a few new reasons why your pooch is special to you. To many people, dogs are more than pets; they are members of the family. As such, dog owners want to ensure optimal health for their dogs. One of the easiest ways to make a difference in your dog's health is with his food. Grain-free kibble, or dry dog food, is one option for a diet change.

  1. Orijen

    • According to Tripawds Nutrition, the Orijen brand Fresh Fish Grain Free dog food receives top honors and a five-star rating. Orijen grain-free dog food contains a high amount of protein, a moderate amount of fat and few carbohydrates in a completely grain-free kibble. In addition to being grain free, soy free and dairy free, Orijen dog food is also free of artificial flavorings, artificial colors and does not contain any preservatives. As is the case with most of the grain-free dog foods, Orijen dog foods carry a higher price tag than the popular kibble brands.

    Taste of the Wild

    • Taste of the Wild grain-free kibble received the website Dog Food Advisor's top rating, getting five stars. This kibble offers grain-free food for every stage of a dog's life. Each of the Taste of the Wild varieties includes vitamins and minerals for optimum health. Ingredients can include quail, duck, turkey, bison, venison and salmon for protein sources. Other ingredients include sweet potatoes, berries and tomatoes. Also found in Taste of the Wild kibble is dried chicory root to support a healthy digestive system.

    Wellness Core

    • Wellness Core dog food is completely grain free. Wellness Core uses poultry or fish for its main protein sources. This kibble gets five stars from Dog Food Advisor. Instead of filling its kibble with grains, Wellness Core uses turkey as a main ingredient, followed by turkey meal, chicken meal, peas, potatoes, dried potatoes, chicken fat, tomato pomace, chicken livers and flax seed. In addition to being grain free, Wellness Core kibble contains probiotics to enhance your dog's digestive system.

    Wysong

    • Another recommended brand of grain free kibble is by Wysong foods. Wysong offers a wide variety of grain-free kibble, including its original Wysong Archetype made of 99 percent meat and includes raw meats, organs, bones and probiotics. The Wysong Archetype Buffet is also grain free and mainly made up of meats with the addition of fruits and vegetables. Other kibbles from Wysong include the Optimal Performance food and Wysong Nurture.