Here are some top-rated dog food options with grains that are highly recommended for a balanced and nutritious diet:

1. Orijen Original Amazing Grains?

Orijen Original is one of five dry recipes included in our review of the Orijen Amazing Grains product line.

This Best Dog Food With Grain recipe derives the largest share of its animal protein from fresh chicken. Dry matter label analysis reveals the recipe contains 43% protein, 20% fat and 28% estimated carbs… resulting in a fat-to-protein ratio of about 47%.

The first five ingredients are all sourced from fresh animal protein. This formula also contains healthy DHA and EPA omega oils from whole herring, mackerel and pollock for healthy skin and joints.

Our in-house nutritionist Laura Ward recommends this food, due to its hand-picked quality grains, sourced from non-GMO crops. Enthusiastically recommended.

Ollie Lamb Dish – Best Dog Food With Grain

2. Ollie Lamb Dish

Ollie Lamb Dish is one of five fresh human-grade recipes included in our review of this fresh product line.

This formula derives the bulk of its animal protein from fresh lamb. Dry matter label analysis reveals the recipe contains 38% protein, 27% fat and 27% estimated carbs, with a fat-to-protein ratio of about 70%.

Ollie is an exceptional dog food that’s made with real, human-grade ingredients. It’s designed by a board-certified veterinary nutritionist (DACVN), making it all worthy of its higher price.

A top, grain-inclusive wet dog food option that we heartily recommend to keep even the most active dog energized for longer.

3. Dr Tim’s Active Pursuit

Dr. Tim’s Active Pursuit Formula is one of nine dry recipes included in our review of this dry product line.

The recipe derives the lion’s share of its animal protein from chicken meal. Dry matter label analysis reveals it contains 33%rotein, 22% fat and 36% estimated carbs, resulting in a fat-to-protein ratio of about 67%.

We like the fact this formula offers active, large-breed dogs a grain-inclusive diet to boost endurance and sustained energy.

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4. Nutro Ultra Small Breed?

Nutro Ultra Small Breed Adult is an example of one of the nine dry recipes included in our review of this dry dog food range.

The recipe gets most of its meat protein from fresh chicken and chicken meal. Dry matter label analysis reveals it contains 29% protein, 19% fat and 44% estimated carbs, producing a fat-to-protein ratio of 

about 65%.

A reasonably priced, nutritionally balanced food containing a mix of healthy cereal grains. We love that it’s made with small breeds in mind, designed to meet their unique nutritional needs. Highly recommended.

5. JustFoodForDogs Pantry Fresh Lamb & Brown Rice

JustFoodForDogs Pantry Fresh Lamb and Brown Rice received the Dog Food Advisor’s rating of 4 stars.

It is one of nine recipes in our review of this range made by Just Food For Dogs, a company founded in 2010 by entrepreneur Shawn Buckley.

This food derives the bulk of its protein from lamb, which is naturally rich in the 10 essential amino acids required by a dog to sustain life. Dry matter label analysis reveals it contains 26% protein, 22% fat and 44% carbohydrates, with a fat-to-protein ratio of 83%.

The Pantry Fresh range is vet-recommended, human-grade food. It can be stored safely for up to two years (refrigeration is only required once opened). We are fans of the grain-inclusive high-calorie count, helping dogs on a limited-ingredient diet get a balanced meal.

6. Wellness Complete Health Lamb & Barley

Wellness Complete Health Adult Lamb and Barley is one of 13 dry recipes included in our review of this dry dog food range.

The formula gets most of its animal protein from lamb and lamb meal. Dry matter label analysis reveals it contains 27% protein, 13% fat and 52% estimated carbs, with a fat-to-protein ratio of about 50%.

A fully-balanced, grain-inclusive dog food. Highly recommended by our nutritionist for senior dogs due to the inclusion of wholesome grains alongside omega fatty acids, antioxidants, glucosamine, probiotics and taurine to support a healthy immune system and boost coat and skin health.