Canadian Naturals Dog Food — Dry Lines Summary
CanadaPetPicks.ca Aggregate Score: 4.1 / 5 | Based on 5 independent sources | Made in Abbotsford, BC | Family-owned 50+ years | Non-GMO | Zero recalls
Where to Buy
- Canadian Naturals official website
- Amazon Canada — search for Canadian Naturals dog food
Overview
Canadian Naturals is a 100% family-owned pet food company with over 50 years of experience in the pet industry, manufactured at their West Coast Kitchen in Abbotsford, British Columbia’s Fraser Valley. The brand is notable for its accessibility: it sits in the premium-but-affordable segment, priced significantly below Orijen, FirstMate, or Open Farm while using regionally sourced, non-GMO ingredients and maintaining a zero-recall record across its entire history. All dry dog food recipes use fresh chicken, fresh turkey, fresh fish (salmon, herring, trout, whitefish), or fresh lamb as the primary protein, sourced from Fraser Valley farms and fisheries. Fruits and vegetables (potatoes, carrots, peas, blueberries, apples) are also Fraser Valley grown.
Our Assessment
Pet Food Reviewer rates Canadian Naturals as average nutritionally compared to other brands, noting its dry-food-only format and modest protein levels — while recognising clean ingredient sourcing and zero recalls. Cats.com (for cat food) gives the brand a B grade. The DogFoodAdvisor community has noted this brand positively for its Fraser Valley ingredient sourcing and value. Canadian Naturals is most often described as a reliable, affordable gateway into premium Canadian pet food — appropriate for owners who want better sourcing than grocery brands without the premium pricing of Boreal or FirstMate.
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Ingredient quality | 4.0 / 5 |
| Canadian sourcing | 5.0 / 5 |
| Product variety | 4.0 / 5 |
| Value for money | 5.0 / 5 |
| Recall history | 5.0 / 5 |
| CanadaPetPicks Aggregate | 4.1 / 5 |
Product Lines
| Line | Grain | Protein options | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Series | Brown rice, oats, barley | Chicken & brown rice, lamb & brown rice | Entry-level grain-inclusive, affordable |
| Grain-Free Series | None (potato/pea) | Chicken, salmon, turkey, lamb, whitefish | Free of corn, wheat, soy |
| Value Series | Brown rice, oats | Lamb & rice | Most accessible price point |
| Limited Ingredient Diet | Barley, oats | Salmon & sweet potato | For dogs with sensitivities |
| Large Breed | Brown rice | Chicken | Adjusted mineral ratios for large breeds |
| Small Breed | Brown rice | Chicken | Smaller kibble size |
Canadian Pricing (Approximate)
| Size | Approx. Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| 2.95 kg (6.5 lb) | $20 — $26 |
| 6.8 kg (15 lb) | $40 — $50 |
| 13.6 kg (30 lb) | $65 — $75 |
Where to Buy
- Canadian Naturals official website
- Amazon Canada — search for Canadian Naturals dog food
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