Boreal Canadian-Made Line — Wet Dog Food Review
CanadaPetPicks.ca Score: 4.4 / 5 | Single product review | Made in Canada | All life stages | BPA and epoxy free cans
Where to Buy
- Boreal store locator — independent Canadian pet stores
- Global Pet Foods — widely stocked nationally
Overview
The Boreal Canadian Angus Beef and New Zealand Lamb canned dog food is part of the Canadian-Made Line — Boreal’s flagship wet dog food range. This is a dual-protein recipe pairing Canadian-raised Angus beef with New Zealand lamb, the only recipe in the Canadian-Made Line to use a non-Canadian protein source. Beef, beef broth, and lamb lead the ingredient list. The formula is grain-free, gum-free, gluten-free, and potato-free, with 95% of protein sourced from meat. Cans are BPA-free and epoxy-free.
Our Assessment
The Angus Beef and NZ Lamb is one of the richer recipes in the Canadian-Made Line, offering a dual red meat protein profile that is less common in Canadian wet dog foods. Canadian Angus beef and beef liver lead the ingredient list, with New Zealand lamb appearing third — a single exception to Boreal’s Canadian-sourcing commitment, disclosed openly by the company. The formula maintains the same clean template as the rest of the Canadian-Made Line: no gums, no grains, no artificial thickeners, and Availa-Pet chelated minerals throughout.
The fat content (7.0% as fed) is slightly lower than the Atlantic Salmon recipe (8.0%), making this a reasonable option for dogs that need a slightly leaner diet while still getting high meat content. Owner reviews consistently note strong palatability — red meat recipes tend to be highly accepted even by picky eaters. Several owners specifically mention using this as a rotation protein alongside the salmon or chicken recipes.
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Ingredient quality | 4.5 / 5 |
| Canadian sourcing | 4.0 / 5 |
| Nutritional profile | 4.5 / 5 |
| Value for money | 3.5 / 5 |
| Palatability (owner reports) | 5.0 / 5 |
| CanadaPetPicks Score | 4.4 / 5 |
Best For
- Dogs that prefer red meat proteins over fish or poultry
- Rotation feeding alongside Atlantic Salmon or poultry recipes
- Picky eaters — red meat recipes have high palatability
- Dogs needing slightly lower fat than the salmon recipe
- All life stages including puppies and gestating females
Ingredients
Beef, Beef Broth, Lamb, Beef Liver, Peas, Whole Egg, Carrots, Calcium Carbonate, Flaxseed, Monosodium Phosphate, Salt, Choline Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Pea Fiber, Dried Celery, Dried Tomatoes, Dried Blueberries, Dried Blackberries, Dried Apples, Dried Pomegranate, Dried Cranberries, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Vitamin E Supplement, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (Source of Vitamin C), Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Copper Proteinate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Sodium Selenite, Niacin Supplement, D-calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Manganese Sulfate, Riboflavin Supplement, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid.
The first four ingredients are all animal-sourced: beef, beef broth, lamb, and beef liver. This is an exceptionally clean red meat opening. Peas and whole egg follow as low-glycemic carbohydrate and additional protein sources. Carrots and a blend of dried fruits provide antioxidants. The Availa-Pet chelated mineral package (zinc, iron, manganese amino acid complexes) is present throughout. No gums, no artificial colours, no thickeners.
Note on sourcing: The beef is Canadian Angus. The lamb is sourced from New Zealand — the only non-Canadian protein in the Canadian-Made Line. Boreal discloses this openly on their website and product pages.
Feeding Guide
| Dog Weight | Daily Amount |
|---|---|
| 3 — 12 lbs (1.5 — 5.5 kg) | 3/8 to 1 can |
| 12 — 20 lbs (5.5 — 9.5 kg) | 1 to 1.5 cans |
| 20 — 35 lbs (9.5 — 15.5 kg) | 1.5 to 2 cans |
| 35 — 50 lbs (15.5 — 22.5 kg) | 2 to 2.75 cans |
| 50 — 75 lbs (22.5 — 33.5 kg) | 2.75 to 3.67 cans |
| 75 — 100 lbs (33.5 — 45.5 kg) | 3.67 to 4.83 cans |
| 100 lbs+ (45.5 kg+) | 4.83 cans + 1/3 can per additional 10 lbs |
Puppies: feed up to twice the adult rate. Lactating or gestating females: up to three times the adult rate. All life stages AAFCO compliant.
At a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Brand | Boreal Pet Foods |
| Product | Canadian Angus Beef and New Zealand Lamb Canned Dog Food |
| Line | Canadian-Made Line (wet dog food) |
| Made in | Canada 🍁 (lamb from New Zealand) |
| Primary proteins | Canadian Angus beef + New Zealand lamb |
| Can sizes | 369g (13oz) and 566g (20oz) |
| Calories | 406 kcal / 369g can | 110 kcal / 100g |
| Protein from meat/fish | 95% |
| AAFCO profile | All life stages (puppies included) |
| Grain free | Yes |
| Gum free | Yes |
| Potato free | Yes |
| BPA free cans | Yes — epoxy-free too |
| Approx. price (CAD) | $5.49 – $8.99 per can |
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | As Fed | Dry Matter Basis (est.) |
|---|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | 10.00% | ~45.5% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 7.00% | ~31.8% |
| Crude Fibre (max) | 1.00% | ~4.5% |
| Moisture (max) | 78.00% | — |
| Ash (max) | 1.00% | ~4.5% |
| Calcium (min) | 0.30% | ~1.4% |
| Phosphorus (min) | 0.22% | ~1.0% |
| Potassium (min) | 0.17% | ~0.8% |
| Magnesium (max) | 0.04% | ~0.18% |
| Zinc (min) | 50 mg/kg | — |
| Vitamin A (min) | 2,000 IU/kg | — |
| Vitamin D3 (min) | 80 IU/kg | — |
| Vitamin E (min) | 14 IU/kg | — |
Where to Buy
- Boreal store locator — independent Canadian pet stores
- Global Pet Foods — widely stocked nationally
- Amazon Canada — search for Boreal pet food
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