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ORIJEN Small Breed

Manufacturer: ORIJEN

ORIJEN ORIJEN Small Breed Original Recipe
75.4Technical Score

The ORIJEN Small Breed (ORIJEN) earned a technical score of 75.4/100 (rated ⭐ High Standard) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (61 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (85 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for dogs delivers 43.18% protein and 20.45% fat. The analysis is computed by algorithm, with no payment or interference from brands.

Is ORIJEN Small Breed good?

Yes, it is a good option. ORIJEN Small Breed is in the "High Standard" band of our review, with a technical score of 75.4/100. The score combines nutritional density (IDNM 61) and ingredient purity (IPFI 85), with 43.18% protein and 20.45% fat on a dry-matter basis. At 3940 kcal/kg, FEDIAF maintenance needs work out to 136–157 g per day for an adult dog weighing 10 kg (full table below).

Nutritional Analysis

IDNM (Nutrient Density)61 / 100
IPFI (Ingredient Purity)85 / 100
Final Score75.4

Dry-Matter Composition

Protein43.18%
Fat20.45%

Composition and Energy

Values as declared in the manufacturer guaranteed analysis (as-fed basis — as printed on the bag).

Nutritional composition of ORIJEN Small Breed (metabolizable energy when available in the dataset)
NutrientValue
Crude protein38 %
Crude fat18 %
Crude fiber4 %
Moisture12 %
Metabolizable energy3940 kcal/kg

How much to feed per day

Estimated daily serving (g/day) based on the metabolizable energy of this food (3940 kcal/kg) and the maintenance energy requirement (MER) of an adult dog per FEDIAF 2024, from the lowest value (low-activity dog; neutered or indoor cat) to the moderate one (moderately active dog; active cat). It is a starting point: adjust to your pet's body condition and your veterinarian's advice. The calculation ignores age, neutering (in dogs) and individual clinical conditions.

Recommended daily serving in grams per day of ORIJEN Small Breed by the weight of the dog
Weight of the dogEnergy requirementRecommended serving
5 kg318–368 kcal/day81–93 g/day
10 kg534–619 kcal/day136–157 g/day
20 kg898–1040 kcal/day228–264 g/day
30 kg1218–1410 kcal/day309–358 g/day
40 kg1511–1750 kcal/day384–444 g/day

Formula: maintenance energy (kcal/day) = coefficient × weight(kg)^exponent. Dogs: coefficient 95 (low activity) to 110 (moderate activity), exponent 0.75 (FEDIAF 2024, Table VII-7, p. 55). Cats: coefficient 75 (neutered or indoor) to 100 (active), exponent 0.67 (FEDIAF 2024, Table VII-9, p. 57). Portion (g/day) = energy requirement ÷ (food kcal/kg ÷ 1000). Source: FEDIAF, Nutritional Guidelines for Complete and Complementary Pet Food for Cats and Dogs, July 2024.

Ingredients

  1. 1Turkey
  2. 2Chicken
  3. 3Turkey Giblets (Liver, Heart, Gizzard)
  4. 4Whole Herring
  5. 5Salmon
  6. 6Dehydrated Turkey
  7. 7Dehydrated Chicken
  8. 8Dehydrated Sardine
  9. 9Dehydrated Chicken Liver
  10. 10Dehydrated Egg

What we like

  • ✓fresh meat first ingredient
  • ✓grain free
  • ✓natural preservatives
  • ✓fruits and vegetables
  • ✓probiotics
  • ✓high protein
  • ✓quality meats
✓ Verified data

www.orijenpetfoods.com — guaranteed analysis, ingredients, AAFCO statement read 2026-09-03

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Frequently asked questions about ORIJEN Small Breed

What is the technical score of ORIJEN Small Breed?
ORIJEN Small Breed (ORIJEN) scores 75.4/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (61 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (85 points), by the formula (IDNM × 0.55) + (IPFI × 0.45). The analysis is 100% algorithmic, with no interference from brands.
How much protein does ORIJEN Small Breed have?
On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), ORIJEN Small Breed has 43.18% protein and 20.45% fat. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for dogs with different moisture levels.
Is ORIJEN Small Breed a good food for dogs?
Under the My Pet Magazine classification, ORIJEN Small Breed is "High Standard" (score 75.4/100). Strengths: fresh meat first ingredient, grain free, natural preservatives. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your dog.

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