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Dog parents love to ask… “What’s the best dog food?”
There are countless online lists of ‘The 10 Best Dog Foods’.
But think about that for a moment.
How could any one dog food — or even a list of 10 or 20 — be “best” for every dog?
Here are the Dog Food Advisor’s best dog food brands for 2024, by category.
Best Dog Food Brands
February 2024
We’ve reviewed hundreds of dog foods and chosen the best in each of the following categories to help dog parents find the right foods for their pets. From the best dry dog food to the best dog food for allergies — and everything in between — see our recommendations of the best dog food brands.
- Best Puppy Foods
- Best Dry Puppy Foods
- Best Wet Puppy Foods
- Best Large Breed Puppy Foods
- Best Small Breed Puppy Foods
- Best Dry Dog Foods
- Best Wet Dog Foods
- Best Raw Dog Foods
- Best Fresh Dog Foods
- Best Senior Dog Foods
- Best Natural Dog Foods
- Best Grain-Free Dog Foods
- Best Grain-Free Dry Dog Foods
- Best Dog Food with Grain
- Best High Protein Dog Food
- Best Dog Food for Picky Eaters
- Best Dog Food for Sensitive Stomach
- Best Dog Food for Small Dogs
- Best Dog Food for Large Breed Adults
- Best Budget-Friendly Dog Foods
- Best Dog Foods for Allergies
- Best Dog Foods for Skin Allergies
- Best Dog Food for Weight Loss
- Best Dog Foods for Diabetes
- Best Organic Dog Foods
- Best Freeze-Dried Dog Foods
- Best Low Fat Dog Foods
- Best Dog Foods for Arthritis
- Best Dog Foods for Cancer
- Best Dog Foods for Pregnant Dogs
- Best Dog Foods for Heart Health
- Best Dog Foods for Pancreatitis
- Best Vegetarian Dog Foods
- Best Sustainable Dog Foods
Best Dog Food for Specific Breeds
February 2024
Different dog breeds and mixes have different nutritional requirements. With the help of a pet nutritionist and an expert veterinarian, we’ve put together lists of the best dog foods for specific breeds.
- Best Dog Foods for Specific Breeds
- Best Dog Food for Australian Shepherds
- Best Dog Food for Basset Hounds
- Best Dog Food for Bernedoodles
- Best Dog Food for Bichon Frise
- Best Dog Food for Boston Terriers
- Best Dog Food for Boxers
- Best Dog Food for Boykin Spaniels
- Best Dog Food for Cairn Terriers
- Best Dog Food for Cane Corsos
- Best Dog Food for Cane Corso Puppies
- Best Dog Food for Catahoula Leopards
- Best Dog Food for Chihuahuas
- Best Dog Food for Corgis
- Best Dog Food for Dachshunds
- Best Dog Food for Doberman Pinschers
- Best Dog Food for French Bulldogs
- Best Dog Food for German Shepherds
- Best Dog Food for Golden Retrievers
- Best Dog Food for Goldendoodles
- Best Dog Food for Havanese
- Best Dog Food for Jack Russells
- Best Dog Food for Labradoodles
- Best Dog Food for Labrador Retrievers
- Best Dog Food for Large Breed Adults
- Best Dog Food for Large Breed Puppies
- Best Dog Food for Maltese
- Best Dog Food for Miniature Schnauzers
- Best Dog Food for Pitbulls
- Best Dog Food for Pomeranians
- Best Dog Food for Rottweiler Puppies
- Best Dog Food for Shiba Inus
- Best Dog Food for Shih Tzus
- Best Dog Food for Siberian Huskies
- Best Dog Food for Small Breed Adults
- Best Dog Food for Small Breed Puppies
- Best Dog Food for Weimaraners
- Best Dog Food for Vizslas
- Best Dog Food for Yorkies
Best Dog Treats, Toppers and Dental Chews
February 2024
Find a list of our top recommendations of the best dog treats, toppers and dental chews. All free from any nasty ingredients or artificial additives.
- Best Dog Treats
- Best Dog Dental Chews
- Best Dog Food Toppers
Who is the Dog Food Advisor?
The Dog Food Advisor comprises researchers, editors, veterinarians and pet nutritionists who review and rate dog foods to help dog parents find the best food for their pets.
We offer dog food recommendations for specific breeds, life stages, health complaints, and more. You can find out more on our About Us page.
How we rate dog food
We rate dog food based on the information on its label, and by looking at several nutritional factors, such as its protein-to-fat ratio and the nature and quality of its ingredients.
You can read a more detailed explanation here.
How we choose our Best Dog Food lists
We choose our Best Dog Food lists based on our star ratings, but also the following criteria:
- Retail availability (preferably online)
- Greatest popularity as measured by the number of user reviews
- Re-order rates
- Search interest
- Positive user reviews
Recalled products are removed from these lists until we feel assured they’re safe.
For more details, visit our FAQ page.
Reviews you can trust
We are not paid by any pet company to favor a particular product. You can be assured our reviews are independent and unbiased.
However, we may receive a referral fee from online retailers and dog food manufacturers when our readers click from our website to theirs.
This fee helps support our work and keeps access to our valuable content free. For more information see our page.
