What’s in Your Pet’s Bowl? Breaking Down CUDDLY Food Ingredients

Transparent look at what makes CUDDLY Food healthy and high-quality.

Most of us value quality nutrition, and many people are more in tune with the foods they eat than ever before. Vitamin-rich vegetables, heart-healthy grains, and nourishing proteins can be strewn together to make flavorful, supportive dishes. Healthy ingredients make us feel good—mentally and physically. So, why shouldn’t the food you feed your furry friend meet these standards, as well?

When shopping for dog kibble or canned cat food, the choices can be overwhelming. Every option claims to be the best, promoting longevity, a shiny coat, clean teeth, joint health, and more. When you flip the bag over, you’re met with a paragraph of unrecognizable ingredients that are difficult to pronounce. What does all of this mean?

CUDDLY food is different. As huge animal lovers, we know firsthand how important nutrition is. We create food that we’d feed our own pets, again and again, over any other option out there. Why? Because we know precisely what’s in every bite. To make each batch, we source only the best available ingredients, carefully chosen with health and wellness in mind. We select foods that you’d find on your own dinner plate, designed to support every dog’s journey.

In addition, with every bag sold, a nourishing meal is donated to a shelter pet. Not only are you supporting your pets with quality food, but you’re also feeding animals in need across the globe. We’re creating the largest feeding program in the U.S., and we’d love for you to be a part of it.

In this article, we’ll be breaking down what’s in each bowl of CUDDLY food and exploring why it just might be the best selection for your furbaby. Because we believe in the importance of transparency.

Breaking Down CUDDLY Food Ingredients

Protein

In our eyes, protein is an essential component of your dog or cat’s diet. If you take a look at the ingredients list of our CUDDLY Dog Food recipes, you’ll find salmon and chicken are the first listed ingredients. In every product, single-ingredient protein is number one. Not corn or wheat, like some other available brands.

Protein plays a vital role in repairing tissues, supporting the immune system, and giving pets a boost of playful energy. Circling back to our Salmon & Rice Dog Food and our NEW Chicken & Rice Dog Food, each bag contains 26% crude protein. This is one of the highest percentages on the market. We’ve even added a dash of pea protein to bolster the nutritional value.

Grain

Second, you’ll see oats, followed by brown rice. Grains are a valuable addition to any balanced diet, especially for dogs and cats. Grains provide animals with essential nutrients like carbohydrates to support stamina, fiber to aid digestion, and various necessary vitamins and minerals. CUDDLY food does not contain any conglomerate of grain, either—we select only the best, most supportive ingredients, like brown rice and oats.

Vitamins & Supplements

CUDDLY food is rich in essential nutrients for your dog. Beyond protein and grain, our food bridges any nutritional gaps and boosts health. These vitamins and supplements, like Vitamin B12 and Vitamin A, iron, zinc, calcium, and more, are what keep their bones strong, their immune system solid, and their brains sharp!

In every bowl, your adoring pup is taking a supportive multi-vitamin. Every bite is a punch of flavor and a whirlwind of healthy benefits, making for a satisfying and enriching meal.

What about all of those big words?

Each CUDDLY food protein is packed full of nourishing ingredients. But upon first glance, it may not be so clear what exactly these are.

Below, you will find a detailed list of every ingredient in CUDDLY Salmon & Rice Dog Food and CUDDLY Chicken & Rice Dog Food, followed by its source (if applicable), and how it is curated to benefit your pup. This includes the ones you thought you already knew everything about! This way, you know exactly what you’re giving your furbaby.

Salmon & Rice Dog Food

Ingredients:

Salmon, Oats, Brown Rice, Fish Meal, Pea Protein, Sunflower Oil, Flax Seed, Natural Flavors, Salt, Cultured Yeast, Inulin, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Sulfate, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Tocopherols (preservative), Citric Acid (preservative).

Salmon: Provides high-quality protein and omega-3 fatty acids for skin, coat, brain, and joint health.
Oats: Whole grain that provides fiber for digestion and slow-release carbohydrates for sustained energy.
Brown Rice: Whole grain rice that supplies B vitamins and minerals.
Fish Meal: Concentrated ground fish that is rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids for muscle, skin, and coat health.
Pea Protein: Plant-based protein that boosts total protein content and supports muscle maintenance.
Sunflower Oil: Source of omega-6 fatty acids for healthy skin and coat.
Flax Seed: Rich in fiber, lignans, and plant-based omega-3 fatty acids for digestive and skin health.
Natural Flavors: Flavor enhancers from meat, poultry, fish, or plant sources.
Salt: Essential electrolyte.
Cultured Yeast: Provides B vitamins, amino acids, and probiotics for gut health.
Inulin: A plant-based prebiotic fiber that supports healthy gut bacteria and digestion.
Potassium Chloride: A potassium supplement that supports muscle, nerve, and heart function.
Choline Chloride: A choline supplement that supports brain function, liver health, and metabolism.
Dicalcium Phosphate: A calcium and phosphorus supplement that promotes strong bones and teeth.
Calcium Carbonate: A calcium supplement that supports bone health and metabolic function.
Zinc Sulfate: A zinc supplement that supports immune health, wound healing, and coat quality.
Vitamin E Supplement: Protects cells from damage and supports skin and immune health.
Niacin Supplement: Vitamin B3, which supports energy production, metabolism, and nervous system health.
Ferrous Sulfate: An iron supplement that supports red blood cell production and oxygen transport.
Zinc Oxide: A zinc supplement that supports immune function and skin health.
Vitamin A Supplement: A fat-soluble vitamin that supports vision, the immune system, and skin health.
Thiamine Mononitrate: Vitamin B1, which supports carbohydrate metabolism and nerve function.
D-Calcium Pantothenate: Vitamin B5, which aids in energy metabolism and hormone production.
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride: Vitamin B6, which supports amino acid metabolism and nervous system health.
Riboflavin Supplement: Vitamin B2, which helps convert food into energy and supports healthy skin and eyes.
Biotin: Vitamin B7, which is essential for skin, coat, and metabolic health.
Vitamin B12 Supplement: Vitamin B12, which supports red blood cell formation, nerve function, and energy metabolism.
Folic Acid: Vitamin B9, which supports cell growth, reproduction, and red blood cell formation.
Vitamin D3 Supplement: A fat-soluble vitamin that supports calcium absorption, bone health, and immune function.
Copper Sulfate: A copper supplement that helps with iron absorption.
Sodium Selenite: A selenium supplement that supports antioxidant function.
Manganous Oxide: A manganese supplement that is essential for bone formation, metabolism, and joint health.
Calcium Iodate: An iodine supplement that supports thyroid hormone production and metabolic health.
Tocopherols and Citric Acid: preservatives that preserve freshness.

Chicken & Rice Dog Food

Ingredients:

Chicken, Oats, Brown Rice, Chicken Meal, Pea Protein, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Flax Seed, Menhaden Fish Meal, Natural Flavor, Salt, Cultured Yeast, Potassium Chloride, Salmon Oil, Inulin, Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, L-Threonine, L-Carnitine, Niacin Supplement, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Monohydrate, D-Panthothenic Acid, Copper Proteinate, Pyrixidine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Manganese Proteinate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Rosemary Extract.

Chicken: A high-quality source of protein that supports muscle growth, maintenance, and energy.
Oats: Wholesome grain providing dietary fiber for healthy digestion and steady energy release.
Brown Rice: A natural source of carbohydrates, B vitamins, and minerals for balanced nutrition.
Chicken Meal: Concentrated protein source that delivers essential amino acids for strong muscles and overall health.
Pea Protein: Plant-based protein that helps increase total protein content and supports lean muscle development.
Chicken Fat: A source of omega fatty acids for healthy skin, coat, and energy; preserved naturally with vitamin E.
Flax Seed: Provides omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids to support skin and coat health while aiding digestion.
Menhaden Fish Meal: Rich in protein and omega-3s for joint, brain, and coat health.
Natural Flavor: Enhances palatability using natural meat, poultry, or fish sources.
Salt: Essential electrolyte supporting hydration and cellular function.
Cultured Yeast: A natural source of B vitamins, amino acids, and probiotics for gut health.
Potassium Chloride: Helps regulate muscle, nerve, and heart function.
Salmon Oil: Delivers omega-3 fatty acids that promote heart, brain, and skin health.
Inulin: A natural prebiotic fiber that supports healthy digestion and gut bacteria balance.
Choline Chloride: Supports liver health, brain function, and fat metabolism.
Calcium Carbonate: Provides calcium for strong bones, teeth, and muscle function.
L-Threonine: An essential amino acid that aids immune function and muscle maintenance.
L-Carnitine: Supports energy production and healthy weight management.
Niacin Supplement: Vitamin B3 that aids metabolism and supports skin and nerve health.
Zinc Proteinate: Supports immune health, wound healing, and skin integrity.
Iron Proteinate: Essential for red blood cell formation and oxygen transport.
Vitamin E Supplement: Natural antioxidant that supports immune function and skin health.
Thiamine Monohydrate: Vitamin B1 that supports metabolism and nervous system function.
D-Pantothenic Acid: Vitamin B5 that helps convert food into usable energy.
Copper Proteinate: Supports iron absorption, bone health, and connective tissue strength.
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride: Vitamin B6 that supports brain health and metabolism.
Riboflavin Supplement: Vitamin B2 for energy production and cellular repair.
Manganese Proteinate: Helps with bone formation and enzyme function.
Vitamin A Supplement: Supports vision, immune health, and cell growth.
Calcium Iodate: Provides iodine for proper thyroid function and metabolism.
Folic Acid: Vitamin B9 essential for cell growth and red blood cell production.
Sodium Selenite: Source of selenium, an antioxidant that supports immune health.
Vitamin D3 Supplement: Supports bone, muscle, and immune system health.
Biotin: Promotes healthy skin, coat, and nails.
Vitamin B12 Supplement: Supports nerve function and energy metabolism.
Mixed Tocopherols: Natural source of vitamin E that maintains freshness.
Rosemary Extract: Natural preservative and antioxidant that helps protect food quality.

As you can see, every item has a designated purpose with your pet’s health at the top of mind. We care about animals here, and equally, we care about what’s in their diet.

By feeding your pets CUDDLY food, you can rest easy knowing that they are in good hands. Our products are some of the healthiest on the market, and every purchase benefits animals in need—how amazing is that? Choose CUDDLY today! Purchase your preferred recipe of CUDDLY Dog Food at this link.
Of course, if you have any follow-up questions, feel free to reach out to our support team at support@cuddly.com, and a team member will be happy to assist you.