Last reviewed: 12 September 2026 · Reviewed by Lucas Martins
ORIJEN Original Dog Food
The short answer
Our educational analysis of ORIJEN Original Dog Food shows it is a complete dry food for all life stages dogs. Based on the label transparency and ingredient quality, it receives a score of 88 on our Quality Framework.
This is a label-level educational score
This score is based only on what's printed on the label — ingredients, analytical constituents, and product claims. It does not account for your individual dog.
A personalised report adjusts the interpretation to your dog's age, weight, body condition score, treat intake, daily food amount, and includes a full safety screening for breed-specific risks.
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Label Information
Format
dry
Life Stage
all life stages
Completeness
complete
Energy Density
463 kcal/100g
Ingredients List
"Fresh chicken (25%), raw turkey (8%), fresh chicken giblets (liver, heart) (7%), raw whole herring (6%), raw whole hake (5%), fresh eggs (5%), raw turkey liver (5%), dehydrated chicken (4%), dehydrated turkey (4%), dehydrated mackerel (4%), dehydrated sardine (4%), dehydrated herring (4%), whole red lentils, whole chickpeas, whole peas, chicken fat (3%), whole green lentils, whole pinto beans, whole navy beans, lentil fibre, pollock oil (1%), pea starch, dried kelp, fresh whole pumpkin, fresh whole butternut squash, fresh whole zucchini, fresh whole carrots, fresh whole apples, fresh whole pears, dried chicory root, fresh kale, fresh spinach, fresh beet greens, fresh turnip greens, whole cranberries, whole blueberries, whole saskatoon berries, turmeric, milk thistle, burdock root, lavender, marshmallow root, rosehips."
Nutritional Profile
What looks good
- • Overall high quality rating on our framework.
What needs attention
- • Vague protein naming (e.g. "meat and animal derivatives").
- • Contains artificial colours or preservatives.
- • Low transparency regarding ingredient percentages.
- • Fillers or low-quality ingredients in the top 5.
- • Lower than average dry-matter protein levels.
Score Breakdown
MethodologyNaming of specific animal sources.
Estimated dry-matter protein levels.
Avoidance of artificial additives.
Quality of the recipe foundation.
Clarity of percentages on the label.
Suitability as a sole daily diet.
The PetFoodFix Quality Framework
Every product is scored from 0 to 100 across six dimensions: protein quality, protein quantity, naturalness, first five ingredients, transparency, and completeness.
Very Good
80–100
Good
65–79
Regular
45–64
Bad
0–44
When to contact a vet instead
PetFoodFix is for healthy adult dogs only. If any of the following apply to your dog, please contact a veterinary surgeon registered with the RCVS before making dietary changes.
- Puppies under 12 months
- Pregnant or lactating dogs
- Dogs on a prescription or therapeutic diet, or on medication that needs dietary management
- Diagnosed kidney, liver, pancreatic or heart disease, diabetes, cancer, epilepsy, IBD, megaoesophagus or severe allergies
- Chronic or severe vomiting or diarrhoea, blood in stool, or unexplained weight loss
- Refusing food for more than 24 hours, lethargy, severe pain, or severe itching with skin lesions
- Very underweight or very obese (body condition score 1–2 or 8–9 out of 9)
- Collapse, seizures, breathing difficulty, suspected poisoning or any other emergency sign
- Dogs over 10 years old with any other health concern
Safety notice
This page provides general educational information about dog nutrition. It is not a veterinary consultation, diagnosis, or treatment plan. If your dog is unwell, has a diagnosed condition, is under 12 months old, or is pregnant or lactating, please contact a veterinary surgeon registered with the RCVS.
Frequently asked questions
Is ORIJEN Original Dog Food good for my dog?
Whether this food is right for your dog depends on their age, weight, activity level, and health status. This educational review provides a quality score of 88/100 based on the label. For a personalised assessment, run a full PetFoodFix check.
Where can I buy Orijen ORIJEN Original Dog Food?
As an independent review site, we don't sell food directly. This product is typically available in UK supermarkets and major pet retailers. Always check the packaging for the latest ingredient list before purchase.
About the Founder
Built with transparent criteria, careful label review, and clear educational boundaries.
Built with transparent criteria, careful label review, and clear educational limits. PetFoodFix is an educational nutrition service, not a veterinary practice.
More from Orijen
The label tells part of the story.
Your dog tells the rest.
This free score is based on what's printed on the pack. A personalised report goes further — it factors in your dog's specific profile:
- Age and life stage suitability
- Weight and body condition score
- Daily food amount and portions
- Treat intake adjustments
- Breed-specific safety screening
- Personalised transition plan