Brand comparison
Edgard & Cooper vs Orijen: European ethical brand vs Canadian biologique
Edgard & Cooper A (88/100) vs Orijen A (92/100). Both score A-grade. Which one is better for your dog - and your conscience?
Adult Poulet & Riz
- Top ingredients
- 1 fresh chicken 30%
- 2 rice
- 3 sweet potato
- 4 peas
- 5 chicken fat
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Original Adult Poulet
- Top ingredients
- 1 fresh chicken 25%
- 2 chicken dehydrated 13%
- 3 turkey 8%
- 4 salmon 6%
- 5 peas
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Orijen wins: 92/100 (Excellent) against 88/100 for Edgard & Cooper.
5-dimension score breakdown
PetFoodRate scores every product on five independent dimensions. Here's how Edgard & Cooper and Orijen compare on each one.
| Dimension | Edgard & Cooper | Orijen |
|---|---|---|
| Proteins | A | A |
| Nutrition balance | A | A |
| Undesirables | A | A |
| Transparency | A | A |
| Adaptability | B | B |
| Total score | 88/100 | 92/100 |
Scores are deterministic and based on ingredient composition only. Read our full methodology to understand how each dimension is weighted.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Edgard & Cooper or Orijen better for dogs?
Orijen scores 92/100 (grade A, excellent) vs 88/100 (grade A) for Edgard & Cooper on the PetFoodRate methodology. Orijen is the better choice based on protein quality, nutrition balance, undesirables, transparency, and species adaptability combined.
What's the difference between Edgard & Cooper and Orijen kibble for dogs?
Edgard & Cooper kibble (88/100) sub-scores: proteins A, nutrition A, undesirables A, transparency A, adaptability B. Orijen kibble (92/100) sub-scores: proteins A, nutrition A, undesirables A, transparency A, adaptability B.
How much does Edgard & Cooper cost per day vs Orijen?
Based on the recommended daily ration, Edgard & Cooper costs approximately 2.05 EUR per day per dog, vs 2.38 EUR for Orijen. The price per kg is 7.90 EUR for Edgard & Cooper and 8.50 EUR for Orijen.
Which is healthier for my dog, Edgard & Cooper or Orijen?
Orijen ranks higher on the PetFoodRate independent methodology (92/100 vs 88/100). For a healthier dog diet based on protein quality and absence of undesirable additives, Orijen is the safer pick.