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Orijen · Dry dog food · Captured April 29, 2026
Original Dog Food
Strong named animal ingredient clarity and high dry-matter protein. Sensitivity flags matter for dogs avoiding poultry, egg, fish, or legumes.
All life stages except large breed puppyKibblePartially verified
Strengths
- Brand Trust 8.2 / 10WSAVA-style signals (named nutritionist, manufacturing control, recall posture) verified from primary sources.
- Low sensitivity risk 9.0 / 10Few of the most-named adverse-reaction trigger ingredients high on the label.
- Crude protein 38%High-protein bag on the guaranteed analysis panel.
Watch-outs
- Common triggers on the labelSkip if your dog avoids chicken, turkey, egg. We surface this regardless of sub-score.
- Value 4.0 / 10Cost per 1,000 kcal is above the category median. Cheaper options exist with comparable nutrition.
- Ingredient Clarity 5.0 / 10Some sources are less specific than the rubric prefers — generic terms in the ingredient list, or fields we cannot verify.
Data status
Partially verified
Some primary-source fields are verified; unresolved fields remain visible.
- Captured
- April 29, 2026
Why partial?
Source caveats on this scorecard.
These notes explain what the current sources can and cannot support. Missing or unresolved evidence is not scored as a product defect.
The current warning-letter table may have been checked, but full export or archive coverage is still incomplete. Unknown status stays unknown, not false.
Launch readiness
Ready for public beta.
Public copy QA passed for beta. This is still partial-source data, so unresolved Brand Trust and warning-letter gates remain visible.
Promote to public beta with partial Brand Trust, warning-letter export, price freshness, and sourcing/facility gaps visible; do not mark verified.
- Lane
- Public beta
- Packet
- ready for public beta
- Product source
- partially verified
ManufacturercapturedRetailercapturedIngredientscapturedGAcapturedAAFCOcapturedBrand TrustpartialRecallcapturedWarningpartialScorecaptured
Brand Trust scoring
Brand Trust source capture is in progress.
Captured Brand Trust signals are shown for auditability, but they do not affect the product score until the record is verified.
- Record status
- partially verified
- Score path
- Seed score still in use
- Unknown signals
- 7
- Conflicts
- 0
- Brand sources
- 5
What we know
Captured from source records.
- Manufacturer source supports ingredients, guaranteed analysis, calories, AAFCO statement, available sizes, and made-in-USA claim.
- Retailer source supports 23.5 lb package price, package size, ingredients, calories, and guaranteed analysis.
- Wet/dry comparison uses dry matter basis from the captured moisture value.
- FDA recall archive matching is complete and manually dispositioned for the brand.
Still unresolved
Not product defects.
- Brand Trust signal record is partially verified, not complete.
- FDA warning-letter full-export coverage remains blocked by FDA export limitations.
- Retail price can change and should be refreshed before public launch.
- Manufacturer country-of-origin and facility details are not fully captured.
Buyer read
What should you take away?
Usable shortlist option, with tradeoffs.
For Original Dog Food, the main watch-outs are: this source record has not captured a verified AAFCO adequacy statement yet; the estimated cost per calorie is high compared with similar foods; some label-transparency fields, like country or facility details, are not captured in this record yet. This is an evidence read, not a medical recommendation.
6.0
Nutrition FitAAFCO fit, calories, and dry matter protein/fat ranges.
8.2
Brand TrustWSAVA-style signals, recall mapping, and source confidence.
5.0
Ingredient ClarityNamed sources and label specificity.
9.0
Sensitivity RiskPopulation-level common allergen exposure.
4.0
ValueEstimated price per 1,000 kcal within category.
Score math
How PetScored got there.
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Score math
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Nutrition Fit6.030% of total score
7 scoring rule(s)0 context item(s)
Nutrition Fit is reconstructed from deterministic dog-food v1 rules using the currently available fixture fields.
AAFCO statement matches declared life stageA verified AAFCO adequacy statement earns points only when it matches the declared life stage.
ORIJEN Original Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).+3.0AFeeding trials substantiate adequacyFeeding-trial language receives additional credit because it is stronger evidence than formulated-to-meet language.
ORIJEN Original Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).0.0AProtein dry matter basis in rangeProtein is compared on dry matter basis against the growth/all life stages range of 22.5-35%.
43.2%0.0AFat dry matter basis in rangeFat is compared on dry matter basis against the growth/all life stages range of 8.5-22%.
20.5%+2.0ACalcium and phosphorus listedThis can earn credit once the nutrition panel stores calcium and phosphorus fields from a verified source.
not captured in v0 fixture0.0BCalorie statement presentA calorie statement is needed for value, feeding-cost, and cross-format comparison work.
473 kcal/cup+1.0ALarge-breed puppy statementLarge-breed puppy formulas require a specific growth statement before this rule can earn credit.
ORIJEN Original Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).0.0ABrand Trust8.225% of total score
1 scoring rule(s)14 context item(s)seed in use
Brand Trust is still using the seed subscore while source signals are captured, reviewed, or blocked by conflict.
Brand Trust signal record pending verificationBrand Trust requires source-backed evidence for nutrition staff, manufacturing, recalls, research, and transparency. The seed score remains visible until those signals are verified.
partially_verified; 5 source(s) capturedcontextSeedNamed qualified nutritionistA publicly named qualified nutritionist earns Brand Trust credit when the source record verifies it. This signal is unknown and is shown as research debt, not treated as false.
unknowncontextAOwns primary manufacturing facilitiesOwnership or direct operation of primary manufacturing earns credit when verified from brand or facility sources.
verified_truecontextACurrent feeding-trial evidenceCurrent AAFCO feeding-trial evidence earns Brand Trust credit when it is tied to the product or line. This signal is unknown and is shown as research debt, not treated as false.
unknowncontextAPublishes peer-reviewed researchPeer-reviewed product or nutrition research earns credit when verified. This signal is unknown and is shown as research debt, not treated as false.
unknowncontextAComplete nutrient analysis availableComplete nutrient analysis availability earns credit when source-backed.
verified_truecontextANo FDA recall in past five yearsRecall credit requires verified matching against FDA recall/enforcement records.
verified_truecontextANo FDA Class I recall everClass I recall history must be source-matched before credit is awarded. This signal is unknown and is shown as research debt, not treated as false.
unknowncontextACountry-of-origin sourcing publishedPublished sourcing information earns partial Brand Trust credit when verified. This signal is unknown and is shown as research debt, not treated as false.
unknowncontextBSame ownership for 10+ yearsOwnership stability earns limited heuristic credit when verified.
verified_falsecontextCActive FDA warning letterActive FDA warning letters reduce Brand Trust when verified and relevant. This signal is unknown and is shown as research debt, not treated as false.
unknowncontextACannot identify qualified nutritionistIf research cannot identify a qualified nutritionist anywhere, Brand Trust is reduced. This signal is unknown and is shown as research debt, not treated as false.
unknowncontextAUnknown Brand Trust signalsUnknown Brand Trust signals are shown as research debt. They do not change the score until source verification is complete.
7 unresolved signal(s)contextSeedBrand Trust seed subscorePrototype score imported from the seed fixture. This keeps the public page auditable while verified rule events replace seed values.
8.2 / 10+8.2SeedSource confidence visibleConfidence is shown beside the score so prototype, single-source, verified, stale, and conflict records are not treated the same.
Partially verifiedcontextSeedIngredient Clarity5.015% of total score
8 scoring rule(s)0 context item(s)
Ingredient Clarity is reconstructed from named-source and label-specificity rules.
Animal protein sources named in top 10Named species such as chicken meal or salmon count as clearer than generic terms such as meat meal or poultry by-product meal.
chicken | turkey | salmon | chicken liver | dehydrated chicken | dehydrated turkey | dehydrated chicken liver | dehydrated egg+3.0BFat sources named in top 10Named fats, such as chicken fat or salmon oil, are clearer than generic animal fat.
none detected0.0BGrain sources are specificSpecific grains such as rice, barley, oatmeal, or sorghum earn clarity credit. Generic grain terms do not.
no grain source detected+1.0BPreservatives explicitly namedExplicit preservative language earns clarity credit because the label tells readers what is preserving the fat or formula.
mixed tocopherols (preservative) | citric acid (preservative) | rosemary extract.+1.0ACountry of manufacture statedThis can earn credit once the product source record stores a verified made-in or country-of-manufacture statement.
not captured in v0 fixture0.0CManufacturer identifiableThis can earn credit once the source record identifies the manufacturer from a verified product page or label.
not captured in v0 fixture0.0CCo-packer or facility disclosedThis can earn credit once the product or brand source record publicly discloses the facility or co-packer.
not captured in v0 fixture0.0CIngredient splitting high on labelRelated starch or pulse ingredients high on the label are flagged for transparency. This is not treated as proof of harm.
not detected0.0CSensitivity Risk9.015% of total score
9 scoring rule(s)0 context item(s)
Sensitivity Risk is reconstructed from common allergen exposure patterns in the ingredient list.
Sensitivity baselineSensitivity Risk starts at 10 and adjusts for common exposure patterns. It is not a prediction for an individual dog.
10 / 10 before ingredient exposure adjustments+10.0ABeef or beef-derived ingredient in top 5Beef exposure in the top five ingredients lowers the score because beef is commonly reported in canine food-reaction studies.
chicken | turkey | salmon | whole herring | chicken liver0.0ADairy ingredient anywhereDairy exposure is counted anywhere on the label because even lower-position ingredients may matter for sensitive dogs.
chicken | turkey | salmon | whole herring | chicken liver | dehydrated chicken | dehydrated turkey | dehydrated chicken liver | dehydrated egg | dehydrated sardine | chicken fat | whole red lentils | whole pinto beans | whole navy beans | whole green lentils | whole chickpeas | whole peas | turkey giblets (liver | heart | gizzard) | eggs | natural chicken flavor | dried apple pomace | pollock oil | chicken heart | vitamin e supplement | whole pumpkin | whole butternut squash | collard greens | whole apples | whole pears | whole cranberries | dried kelp | salt | zinc proteinate | mixed tocopherols (preservative) | niacin | thiamine mononitrate | calcium pantothenate | pyridoxine hydrochloride | riboflavin | folic acid | vitamin b12 supplement | copper proteinate | dried bacillus coagulans fermentation product | dried chicory root | turmeric | sarsaparilla root | althea root | rosehips | juniper berries | citric acid (preservative) | rosemary extract.0.0AChicken or chicken-derived ingredient in top 5Chicken exposure in the top five ingredients lowers the score as a population-level sensitivity flag.
chicken | turkey | salmon | whole herring | chicken liver-1.0AWheat or wheat gluten in top 5Wheat exposure in the top five ingredients is flagged without implying the food is unsafe.
chicken | turkey | salmon | whole herring | chicken liver0.0ALamb in top 5Lamb receives a smaller exposure adjustment under the current dog-food rubric.
chicken | turkey | salmon | whole herring | chicken liver0.0AMultiple common sensitivity ingredients in top 5Multiple common exposure families high in the ingredient list receive an additional small adjustment.
1 of beef, dairy, chicken, wheat detected0.0BHydrolyzed protein primary dietHydrolyzed-protein diets can receive credit when hydrolyzed protein is a primary ingredient.
not detected0.0ASingle novel protein sourceA single novel animal protein can receive credit, but marketing claims alone do not count.
not detected0.0BValue4.015% of total score
3 scoring rule(s)2 context item(s)
Value is reconstructed from package size, price, kcal density, category median, and quality caps.
Package weight parsedPackage weight is parsed from the product fixture so price can be normalized before scoring.
10.66 kgcontextCCost per 1,000 kcal calculatedValue uses calories rather than package price alone, because calorie density changes how long a bag lasts.
USD 2.55contextCCategory relative price bandThe base Value score comes from cost per 1,000 kcal relative to the product category median.
142% of Boutique premium dry median+4.0CNutrition Fit value capA low Nutrition Fit score caps Value so a cheap food is not over-rewarded when core nutrition evidence is weak.
Nutrition Fit 6.00.0CBrand Trust value capA low Brand Trust score caps Value so price does not overpower weak manufacturer/source signals.
Brand Trust 8.20.0CIngredients
Parsed label
Chicken, turkey, salmon, whole herring, chicken liver, dehydrated chicken, dehydrated turkey, dehydrated chicken liver, dehydrated egg, dehydrated sardine, chicken fat, whole red lentils, whole pinto beans, whole navy beans, whole green lentils, whole chickpeas, whole peas, turkey giblets (liver, heart, gizzard), eggs, natural chicken flavor, dried apple pomace, pollock oil, chicken heart, vitamin E supplement, whole pumpkin, whole butternut squash, collard greens, whole apples, whole pears, whole cranberries, dried kelp, salt, zinc proteinate, mixed tocopherols (preservative), niacin, thiamine mononitrate, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, copper proteinate, dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, dried chicory root, turmeric, sarsaparilla root, althea root, rosehips, juniper berries, citric acid (preservative), rosemary extract.
Sensitivity flags
May matter for individual dogs
chickenturkeyegglegumesfish
Source record
Confidence is visible by design.
Manufacturer label fields, one retailer price/package record, score inputs, and FDA recall archive disposition are captured. This packet is public-beta ready with Brand Trust, warning-letter export, price freshness, and facility/sourcing gaps disclosed.
- Captured
- April 29, 2026
- Confidence
- Partially verified
- Sources
- ORIJEN Original Dry Dog Food official product pagemanufacturer · captured 2026-04-29Chewy ORIJEN Original 23.5 lb product pageretailer · captured 2026-04-29
- Evidence notes
- ORIJEN Original Dry Dog Food official product pageOfficial US page lists 3940 kcal/kg, 473 kcal per 8 oz cup, 38% protein, 18% fat, 4% fiber, 12% moisture, and an all-life-stages AAFCO statement including growth of large-size dogs.Chewy ORIJEN Original 23.5 lb product pageRetail page showed the 23.5 lb bag and current Chewy price used for the fixture. Retail prices should be treated as refreshable.
- Adequacy
- ORIJEN Original Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).
Appears in
PetScored best-for lists this food is on
- Best dog food for sensitive dogsRanked by lowest population-level sensitivity risk. We do not diagnose individual dogs; the goal is to reduce the number of common trigger ingredients on the label.
- Best high-protein dog foodRanked by guaranteed-analysis protein percentage. High protein is not free — it usually comes with higher cost per calorie and more sensitivity overlap. We show the tradeoff.
- Most transparent dog food brandsRanked on the combined Ingredient Clarity and Brand Trust sub-scores. These brands publish more about what is in the bag, where it came from, and how it is made.
- Best all-life-stages dog foodFoods labeled AAFCO-adequate for all life stages can feed puppies through seniors. Useful for multi-dog households. We rank by overall composite within this filter.
Compare to similar
Same category, within 1.2 composite
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FAQ
About Orijen Original Dog Food
What is the PetScored rating for Orijen Original Dog Food?
Orijen Original Dog Food scores 6.6 out of 10 on the PetScored deterministic rubric. Strongest sub-score: Sensitivity Risk. Weakest sub-score: Value. See the full sub-score breakdown and rule-event trail on the scorecard.
Is Orijen Original Dog Food good for dogs with food sensitivities?
Skip this food if your dog avoids chicken, turkey, egg, legumes. These are common adverse-reaction trigger ingredients in published case series. If your dog tolerates these proteins, the sub-score reflects the population-level risk; individual dogs vary.
Is Orijen Original Dog Food AAFCO complete and balanced?
Orijen Original Dog Food carries this AAFCO adequacy statement: "ORIJEN Original Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages, including growth of large size dogs (70 lb. or more as an…" The all-life-stages designation covers growth and maintenance.
What life stage is Orijen Original Dog Food for?
Per the bag, Orijen Original Dog Food is intended for All life stages except large breed puppy (format: Kibble). Always cross-check the AAFCO statement on your actual bag, since recipes and life-stage designations can change between production runs.
How much does Orijen Original Dog Food cost per calorie?
Captured retailer price: $106.99 for a 23.5 lb bag bag, at 3940 kcal/kg. PetScored Value sub-score benchmarks cost per 1,000 kcal against the category median rather than the sticker price — see the Value detail on the scorecard.