Pet Food Sherpa Editorial|Last Updated March 14, 2023
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Company info
Company HQ
Meta, Missouri 
Parent company
Schell & Kampeter, Inc.
Product info
Age Range:Adult
Food FormDry Dog Food
Cost per day:$0.04
Primary proteins
- Chicken
- Chicken By-Product Meal
- Egg Product
- Fish Meal
Ingredients
Chicken, Chicken By-Product Meal, Whole Grain Ground Corn, Wheat Flour, Egg Product, Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Beet Pulp, Fish Meal, Flaxseed, Natural Chicken Flavor, Salmon Oil (A Source Of DHA), Dried Yeast, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Choline Chloride, Dried Lactobacillus Plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus Subtilis Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium Animalis Fermentation Product, Vitamin E Supplement, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Thiamine Mononitrate, Manganese Proteinate, Manganous Oxide, Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin, Vitamin D Supplement, Folic Acid.
Breed sizes
Toy
Small
Medium
Large
Giant
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40-lb bag
20-lb bag
Overall Score
62%
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Ratings
?This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 47%
?Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 73%
?We scan the FDA’s database and rate each brand by the number of recalls in its history. Brands with fewer recalls receive higher ratings. Recall History 25%
? By comparing the prices of foods in our database, we determine if a food is above or below market average price. Lower-priced foods receive higher ratings. Price 90%
?This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 80%
?Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 40%
?Based on the variety of sizes available. Size Variety 92%
Estimated Nutrient Content
To understand the nutrient content of pet food, we visualize its macronutrient composition in three ways. In the charts below, you’ll see a guaranteed analysis on an as-fed basis, a dry matter analysis, and a breakdown of the food’s macronutrients on a calorie-weighted basis.
Remember that all of these values are estimates based on the guaranteed analysis published by the company, and the food’s actual nutrient values may be slightly different.
Guaranteed Analysis
Protein:30%
Fat:20%
Fiber:3%
Moisture:10%
Ash:0%
Carb:37%
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein:33.33%
Fat:22.22%
Fiber:3.33%
Ash:8%
Carb:41.11%
Calorie Weighted Basis
Protein:25.96%
Fat:42.03%
Carb:32.01%
Our Review
Pros
- Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
- Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
- Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
- Affordable
- A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
Cons
- Low protein content
- High in carbohydrates
- Low in moisture
- Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
- Contains Chicken by products
- The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years
- Some dogs may be allergic to fish
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Diamond since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
Diamond - Dry dog foods (04/06/2012)-+
| Date: | 04/06/2012 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Diamond Pet Foods |
| Product Description: | Dry dog foods |
| Recall Reason: | Potential for salmonella |
Diamond - Pet Food (05/05/2012)-+
| Date: | 05/05/2012 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Diamond Pet Foods |
| Product Description: | Pet Food |
| Recall Reason: | Salmonella |
Diamond - Diamond Naturals Small Breed Adult Dog Lamb & Rice Formula dry dog food. (05/21/2012)-+
| Date: | 05/21/2012 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Diamond Pet Foods |
| Product Description: | Diamond Naturals Small Breed Adult Dog Lamb & Rice Formula dry dog food. |
| Recall Reason: | Salmonella |
Diamond - Dry Cat Food (03/10/2013)-+
| Date: | 03/10/2013 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Diamond Pet Foods |
| Product Description: | Dry Cat Food |
| Recall Reason: | Low level of thiamine (Vitamin B1) |
Ingredient Review
Our review of Diamond Performance Formula Adult Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.
The first ingredient is Chicken. Chicken is meat from the domesticated bird of the same name. In pet food, chicken is used as a primary protein source.
The second ingredient is Chicken By-Product Meal. In pet food, chicken by-product meal is often listed as a source of protein. Chicken by-product meal is produced by baking and grinding chicken parts that might not be used for human consumption including necks, feet, entrails, and undeveloped eggs.
The third ingredient is Whole Grain Ground Corn. Whole grain ground corn is made with cooked kernels from any corn variety, ground into a textured flour or meal. In pet food, whole grain ground corn can be a filler as well as source of inexpensive protein, carbohydrates, and fiber.
The fourth ingredient is Wheat Flour. Wheat flour is finely ground wheat, sometimes enriched with vitamins. In pet food, wheat flour serves as a binding and bulking agent. It is also a source of fiber and carbohydrates.
The fifth ingredient is Egg Product. Egg product is a broad term that can refer to egg yolks, egg whites, whole eggs, eggshells, or any combination of different parts of the egg. In pet food, egg product is typically used as a source of protein, although it also has thickening and binding properties.
When we analyzed the ingredients in Diamond Performance Formula Adult Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.
Price Analysis
Price per lb
Product Price
$1.29
Market Price avg.
$3.56
% From the Avg
-64%
Price per 100 kcal
Product Price
$0.07
Market Price avg.
$0.23
% From the Avg
-69%
Price per day
Product Price
$0.04
Market Price avg.
$0.14
% From the Avg
-69%
Diamond Performance Formula Adult Dry Dog Food is priced well below the average market price for dry dog food.
Nutritional Analysis
Your adult dog needs a balance of macro and micronutrients to thrive. A food formulated for adult maintenance or all life stages is made to meet these needs. While there can be a lot of variation in actual calorie density, adult dog foods are generally intended to provide for basic calorie needs of the average active dog. In addition to satisfying their energy needs, these foods provide the protein, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, and other nutrients your adult dog needs to survive. Again, not all adult foods are the same, so you may have to search around for the right fit for your dog.
With that in mind, we’ve compared Diamond Performance Formula Adult Dry Dog Food to the other 1525 dry dog food recipes in our database:
DM Protein
Product info
33.33%
All Products avg.
30.04%
% From the Avg
+11%
DM Fat
Product info
22.22%
All Products avg.
16.01%
% From the Avg
+39%
DM Fiber
Product info
3.33%
All Products avg.
5.36%
% From the Avg
-38%
DM Carb
Product info
41.11%
All Products avg.
47.71%
% From the Avg
-14%
Analysis Overview
Overall, this is a meat based food that’s high in protein with high fat and low carbohydrate content relative to other dry dog foods.
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