PetFoodRate sélection
Best dry food for dogs (A and B grades)
690 dry food products for dogs graded A to E by PetFoodRate. Here is the top 10 according to our methodology: protein quality, nutritional value, absence of undesirables, transparency, and adaptability.
In short
PetFoodRate grades 690 dry food for dogs from A to E; 392 earn an A or B grade. The top pick is Orijen Puppy at 93/100 (grade A), against a category average of 69/100. Independent scoring, no sponsored brands.
Top 10 dry food for dogs, ranked
Method: the PetFoodRate Score. Ranking updated July 21, 2026.
| # | Product | Grade | Score | Protein | Price/kg | Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orijen Puppy | A | 93/100 | 38% | 9.00€ | |
| 2 | Orijen Original Adult Poulet | A | 92/100 | 38% | 8.50€ | |
| 3 | Orijen Six Fish | A | 91/100 | 38% | 8.50€ | See offer |
| 4 | Acana Wild Prairie Recipe | A | 90/100 | 33% | 7.80€ | |
| 5 | Carnilove Fresh Chicken & Rabbit | A | 89/100 | 35% | n/a | |
| 6 | Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe | A | 88/100 | 32% | 6.40€ | |
| 7 | Edgard & Cooper Adult Poulet & Riz | A | 88/100 | 30% | 7.90€ | |
| 8 | Farmina N&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult | A | 88/100 | 30% | 7.80€ | |
| 9 | Edgard & Cooper Puppy Poulet et Canard Frais | A | 88/100 | 30% | 8.00€ | |
| 10 | Wellness CORE Original Adult | A | 87/100 | 34% | 7.20€ |
How we grade these products
The PetFoodRate Score gives each product an A to E grade based on five sub-scores: protein quality, nutritional value, absence of undesirable ingredients, label transparency, and species adaptability. The final grade combines these sub-scores with a weighting calibrated per species and product type. No commercial partnerships, no sponsored brands.
Nutrient thresholds reference the FEDIAF nutritional guidelines for cats and dogs.
Read the full methodologyFrequently asked questions
What is the best-rated dry food for dogs in 2026?
The top-rated product by PetFoodRate is Orijen Puppy, with a score of 93/100 (grade A). It leads a ranking of 690 dry food graded on protein quality, nutrition, undesirables, transparency, and species fit.
How many dry food are graded A or B for dogs?
Out of 690 dry food for dogs in our database, 35 earn an A grade and 357 earn a B grade. Only A and B foods make our recommended list.
How is this ranking decided?
Each food earns an A to E grade computed from five sub-scores: protein quality, nutritional value, absence of undesirables, label transparency, and species adaptability. The weighting is calibrated per species and product type. See our methodology page for full details.
Is this ranking sponsored or affiliate-influenced?
No. Rankings are derived purely from the ingredient and composition data we collect. We earn affiliate revenue only when a reader buys via a retailer link, which has zero impact on the grade a product receives.