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Taste of the Wild · Dry dog food

High Prairie Canine Recipe with Roasted Bison & Roasted Venison

Manufacturer source supports ingredients, GA, calories, and adult maintenance AAFCO language. Watch-outs are multiple animal protein families, pea-family ingredients high on the label, high dry-matter protein just above the adult-maintenance rubric range, partial Brand Trust, and historical Diamond/Taste recall context.

Last reviewed May 2026AdultKibblePartially verified

By the PetScored Editorial Team. Every sub-score below links to the sources and rules behind it - see the full trail under the score.

Kibble (dry): well-established. The most-studied format. Deepest evidence base, lowest cost per calorie. The evidence on this format ›

Strengths

  1. Low sensitivity risk 8.5 / 10Few of the most-named adverse-reaction trigger ingredients high on the label.
  2. Value 8.0 / 10Cost per 1,000 kcal is at or below the category median.
  3. Crude protein 32%High-protein bag on the guaranteed analysis panel.

Watch-outs

  1. Common triggers on the labelSkip if your dog avoids chicken, lamb, egg. We surface this regardless of sub-score.
  2. Partially verified source confidenceSome label or pricing fields rely on retailer-mediated capture rather than the manufacturer source. See evidence notes below.
  3. Nutrition Fit 6.0 / 10Nutrition Fit is reconstructed from deterministic dog-food v1 rules using the currently available fixture fields.

Buyer read

Dog food rubric

What should you take away?

Usable shortlist option, with tradeoffs.

For High Prairie Canine Recipe with Roasted Bison & Roasted Venison, the main watch-outs are: this source record has not captured a verified AAFCO adequacy statement yet; brand-level evidence needs more source support. This is an evidence read, not a medical recommendation.

6.0
Nutrition FitAAFCO fit, calories, and dry matter protein/fat ranges.

30%of rating

6.2
Brand TrustWSAVA-style signals, recall mapping, and source confidence.

25%of rating

7.0
Ingredient ClarityNamed sources and label specificity.

15%of rating

8.5
Sensitivity RiskPopulation-level common allergen exposure.

15%of rating

8.0
ValueEstimated price per 1,000 kcal within category.

15%of rating

The composite rating is the weighted average of these five sub-scores - each row’s share of the total is the percentage at right.

vs. Dry dog food

How this scorecard reads against its category.

Solid bar is this product. Hollow tick mark is the average across 108 peers in the same category. Same rubric for both, no weighting tricks.

Nutrition Fit6.0-1.6 vs avg
Brand Trust6.2-0.7 vs avg
Ingredient Clarity7.0+1.1 vs avg
Sensitivity Risk8.5-0.3 vs avg
Value8.0+2.1 vs avg

Score math

How PetScored got there.

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Nutrition Fit6.0
30% 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.
Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.+3.0A
Feeding trials substantiate adequacyFeeding-trial language receives additional credit because it is stronger evidence than formulated-to-meet language.
Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.0.0A
Protein dry matter basis in rangeProtein is compared on dry matter basis against the adult maintenance range of 18-35%.
35.6%0.0A
Fat dry matter basis in rangeFat is compared on dry matter basis against the adult maintenance range of 5.5-20%.
20.0%+2.0A
Calcium and phosphorus listedThis can earn credit once the nutrition panel stores calcium and phosphorus fields from a verified source.
not captured in v0 fixture0.0B
Calorie statement presentA calorie statement is needed for value, feeding-cost, and cross-format comparison work.
422 kcal/cup+1.0A
Large-breed puppy statementThis rule is not applicable unless the product is marketed for large-breed puppies.
not applicable0.0A
Brand Trust6.2
25% 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; 2 source(s) capturedcontextSeed
Named 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.
unknowncontextA
Owns primary manufacturing facilitiesOwnership or direct operation of primary manufacturing earns credit when verified from brand or facility sources. This signal is unknown and is shown as research debt, not treated as false.
unknowncontextA
Current 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.
unknowncontextA
Publishes 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.
unknowncontextA
Complete nutrient analysis availableComplete nutrient analysis availability earns credit when source-backed. This signal is unknown and is shown as research debt, not treated as false.
unknowncontextA
No FDA recall in past five yearsRecall credit requires verified matching against FDA recall/enforcement records. This signal is unknown and is shown as research debt, not treated as false.
unknowncontextA
No FDA Class I recall everClass I recall history must be source-matched before credit is awarded.
verified_falsecontextA
Country-of-origin sourcing publishedPublished sourcing information earns partial Brand Trust credit when verified.
verified_truecontextB
Same ownership for 10+ yearsOwnership stability earns limited heuristic credit when verified. This signal is unknown and is shown as research debt, not treated as false.
unknowncontextC
Active 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.
unknowncontextA
Cannot 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.
unknowncontextA
Unknown Brand Trust signalsUnknown Brand Trust signals are shown as research debt. They do not change the score until source verification is complete.
9 unresolved signal(s)contextSeed
Brand Trust seed subscorePrototype score imported from the seed fixture. This keeps the public page auditable while verified rule events replace seed values.
6.2 / 10+6.2Seed
Source confidence visibleConfidence is shown beside the score so prototype, single-source, verified, stale, and conflict records are not treated the same.
Partially verifiedcontextSeed
Ingredient Clarity7.0
15% 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.
lamb meal | chicken meal | chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols) | egg product | roasted bison | roasted venison+3.0B
Fat sources named in top 10Named fats, such as chicken fat or salmon oil, are clearer than generic animal fat.
chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols)+2.0B
Grain sources are specificSpecific grains such as rice, barley, oatmeal, or sorghum earn clarity credit. Generic grain terms do not.
no grain source detected+1.0B
Preservatives explicitly namedExplicit preservative language earns clarity credit because the label tells readers what is preserving the fat or formula.
chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols)+1.0A
Country 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 fixture0.0C
Manufacturer identifiableThis can earn credit once the source record identifies the manufacturer from a verified product page or label.
not captured in v0 fixture0.0C
Co-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 fixture0.0C
Ingredient 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 detected0.0C
Sensitivity Risk8.5
15% 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+10.0A
Beef 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.
water buffalo | lamb meal | chicken meal | sweet potatoes | peas0.0A
Dairy ingredient anywhereDairy exposure is counted anywhere on the label because even lower-position ingredients may matter for sensitive dogs.
water buffalo | lamb meal | chicken meal | sweet potatoes | peas | pea flour | chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols) | egg product | roasted bison | roasted venison | beef | natural flavor | dried tomato pomace | fish meal | salt | choline chloride | taurine | dried chicory root | tomatoes | blueberries | raspberries | yucca schidigera extract | vitamin e supplement.0.0A
Chicken or chicken-derived ingredient in top 5Chicken exposure in the top five ingredients lowers the score as a population-level sensitivity flag.
water buffalo | lamb meal | chicken meal | sweet potatoes | peas-1.0A
Wheat or wheat gluten in top 5Wheat exposure in the top five ingredients is flagged without implying the food is unsafe.
water buffalo | lamb meal | chicken meal | sweet potatoes | peas0.0A
Lamb in top 5Lamb receives a smaller exposure adjustment under the current dog-food rubric.
water buffalo | lamb meal | chicken meal | sweet potatoes | peas-0.5A
Multiple 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 detected0.0B
Hydrolyzed protein primary dietHydrolyzed-protein diets can receive credit when hydrolyzed protein is a primary ingredient.
not detected0.0A
Single novel protein sourceA single novel animal protein can receive credit, but marketing claims alone do not count.
not detected0.0B
Value8.0
15% 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.
12.70 kgcontextC
Cost per 1,000 kcal calculatedValue uses calories rather than package price alone, because calorie density changes how long a bag lasts.
USD 1.25contextC
Category relative price bandThe base Value score comes from cost per 1,000 kcal relative to the product category median.
62% of Boutique premium dry median+8.0C
Nutrition 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 6.00.0C
Brand Trust value capA low Brand Trust score caps Value so price does not overpower weak manufacturer/source signals.
Brand Trust 6.20.0C

Ingredients

Parsed label

Water Buffalo, Lamb Meal, Chicken Meal, Sweet Potatoes, Peas, Pea Flour, Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Egg Product, Roasted Bison, Roasted Venison, Beef, Natural Flavor, Dried Tomato Pomace, Fish Meal, Salt, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Dried Chicory Root, Tomatoes, Blueberries, Raspberries, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Vitamin E Supplement.

Sensitivity flags

May matter for individual dogs

chickenlambeggbeefpea-family ingredients

These flags reflect population-level prevalence of commonly reported canine food allergens in the published literature (Mueller and Olivry 2016), not a prediction that this dog will react. Read how we score this in the dog food rubric and the medical disclaimer.

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.

Retailer-sourced fields

Some displayed label, nutrition, calorie, price, package, or availability fields come from retailer pages. They are usable for beta, but can change and are not treated as manufacturer/package verification.

Regulatory history disclosed

Brand-level recall or enforcement history is shown as context after source matching and manual disposition. It is not treated as a defect in this product unless the source match is product- or SKU-relevant.

Warning-letter export gap

The current warning-letter table may have been checked, but full export or archive coverage is still incomplete. Unknown status stays unknown, not false.

Data status

Checks passed; published on partial-source data.

This scorecard passed our publication checks. The data is still partial-source, so unresolved Brand Trust and warning-letter gaps stay visible.

Each open gap below closes by capturing a source, not by assumption.

Data
Partially verified
Last reviewed
May 2026
Stage
Public beta
Checklist
ready for public beta
Source record
partially verified
ManufacturercapturedRetailercapturedIngredientscapturedGAcapturedAAFCOcapturedBrand TrustpartialRecallmanual reviewWarningpartialScorecaptured

Brand Trust evidence

Brand Trust source capture is in progress.

The brand signals captured so far are shown for auditability, but they do not change the product score until the record is verified.

Signal record
partially verified
Score basis
Seed value, pending verification
Unresolved signals
9
Conflicts
0
Brand sources
2

What we know

Captured from source records.

  • Manufacturer source supports ingredients, guaranteed analysis, calories, adult maintenance AAFCO statement, and available sizes.
  • Retailer source supports 28 lb price, ingredients, guaranteed analysis, calories, and availability.
  • Historical third-party reporting identifies Taste of the Wild in the 2012 Diamond Pet Foods Salmonella recall context.

Still unresolved

Not product defects.

  • Full FDA recall archive matching has not been completed for Taste of the Wild / Diamond Pet Foods; five-year recall status remains unknown.
  • Historical recall context remains disclosed and is not treated as a defect in the current High Prairie SKU without source matching.
  • 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.

Source record

Confidence is visible by design.

Manufacturer nutrition panel, retailer price/package record, and historical Diamond/Taste recall context are captured. This packet is beta-ready with partial Brand Trust and full-regulatory matching gaps visible.

Captured
May 1, 2026
Confidence
Partially verified
Sources
Taste of the Wild High Prairie official product pagemanufacturer · captured 2026-05-01Manufacturer sourceControls displayed fieldsChewy Taste of the Wild High Prairie 28 lb product pageretailer · captured 2026-05-01Retailer sourceControls displayed fieldsFood Safety News Diamond Pet Foods recall reportingother · captured 2026-05-01Context source
Evidence notes
Taste of the Wild High Prairie official product pageOfficial page lists ingredients, 32% protein, 18% fat, 4% fiber, 10% moisture, 3719 kcal/kg, 422 kcal/cup, and adult maintenance AAFCO language.Chewy Taste of the Wild High Prairie 28 lb product pageChewy showed the 28 lb bag at $58.99, ingredients, guaranteed analysis, 3719 kcal/kg, and 422 kcal/cup. Retail price should be treated as refreshable.Food Safety News Diamond Pet Foods recall reportingFood Safety News reporting includes Taste of the Wild among affected brands in the 2012 Diamond Pet Foods Salmonella recall context.
Adequacy
Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.

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FAQ

About Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe with Roasted Bison & Roasted Venison

What is the PetScored rating for Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe with Roasted Bison & Roasted Venison?

Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe with Roasted Bison & Roasted Venison scores 6.9 out of 10 on the PetScored deterministic rubric. Strongest sub-score: Sensitivity Risk. Weakest sub-score: Nutrition Fit. See the full sub-score breakdown and rule-event trail on the scorecard.

Is Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe with Roasted Bison & Roasted Venison good for dogs with food sensitivities?

Skip this food if your dog avoids chicken, lamb, egg, beef. 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 Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe with Roasted Bison & Roasted Venison AAFCO complete and balanced?

Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe with Roasted Bison & Roasted Venison carries this AAFCO adequacy statement: "Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance." This is an adult-maintenance statement - not adequate for puppies, growth, or pregnancy.

What life stage is Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe with Roasted Bison & Roasted Venison for?

Per the bag, Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe with Roasted Bison & Roasted Venison is intended for Adult (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 Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe with Roasted Bison & Roasted Venison cost per calorie?

Captured retailer price: $58.99 for a 28 lb bag bag, at 3719 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.

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This score is our opinion, formed by applying a published rubric to label and public source records, not a statement of objective fact and not veterinary advice. Label fields we cannot verify are marked by source confidence rather than assumed. See the methodology and medical disclaimer.