4.7(8,562)Amazon rating$29.977,000+ bought last month
Our verdict
Purina ONE's Lamb and Rice formula is a protein-rich adult recipe that touches on skin, joint, and digestive support, and its 4.7 star average across 8,562 reviews puts it among the more trusted lamb-based options in Purina's lineup.
Adult dogs that do well on lamb as a protein source, especially those with sensitive skin or stomach concerns.
Skip if
Your dog has a specific lamb sensitivity, or you need a puppy or senior specific formula instead of a general adult recipe.
Form Blended, Semi-Moist, Kibble, Crunchy
Flavor Lamb & Rice
Benefits Supports Overall Dog Health And Well-Being
Best for Breath Care, Dental Care, Digestive Health, Eye Care, Heart Care, Hip And Joint Support, Immune Support, Sensitive Skin, Sensitive Stomach, Skin And Coat Health
Breed size All
Weight 16.5 Pounds
Priced 19% below the category median ($37.22 across 146 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.7/5overall
Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 8,562 owner ratings
Popularity4.1/5
8,562 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog food and health supplements we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
['This 16.5 lb bag centers on lamb and rice as the main flavor combination, labeled protein-rich and built for adult dogs across all breed sizes. Purina lists it as free of artificial preservatives and potato free.', 'The label covers a wide range of specific uses, including breath care, dental care, digestive health, eye care, heart care, hip and joint support, immune support, sensitive skin, sensitive stomach, and skin and coat health, positioning it as a broad, everyday maintenance formula rather than one targeted at a single issue.', "At $29.97 for 16.5 lbs, it costs less per pound than Purina ONE's smaller 8 lb bags, and with 8,562 reviews averaging 4.7 stars and about 7,000 bought in the past month, it has a solid, active following."]
Pros
Protein-rich lamb and rice formula for adult dogs
Larger 16.5 lb bag lowers cost per pound versus smaller bag sizes
Broad label claims covering skin, joint, digestive, and dental support
Strong 4.7 star average across 8,562 reviews
Free of artificial preservatives and potato free
Cons
Lamb-based recipe isn't suited to dogs with a lamb sensitivity
Broad multi benefit labeling means it's not a targeted formula for any single health issue
All-breed formula rather than one tailored to a specific breed size
Specifications
Form
Blended, Semi-Moist, Kibble, Crunchy
Flavor
Lamb & Rice
Benefits
Supports Overall Dog Health And Well-Being
Best for
Breath Care, Dental Care, Digestive Health, Eye Care, Heart Care, Hip And Joint Support, Immune Support, Sensitive Skin, Sensitive Stomach, Skin And Coat Health
Breed size
All
Weight
16.5 Pounds
Performance notes
Lamb is a less common protein source than chicken in mass market dry foods, which can make it a useful rotation option for dogs that do better away from poultry-based recipes. The formula's wide list of supported areas, from joints to skin and coat to digestion, reads as a general everyday maintenance profile rather than a specialty formula built around one specific condition.
What buyers say
With 8,562 reviews averaging 4.7 stars and around 7,000 bought in the past month, this formula shows solid, consistent demand within Purina ONE's adult lamb-based lineup.
Lamb is generally considered less common as an allergen than chicken or beef, which is one reason owners choose it, though individual dogs can still react to any protein. If you suspect a food allergy, talk to your vet about testing.
Does this formula help with joint issues?
Hip and joint support is listed among the formula's specific uses, but it's a general maintenance food rather than a dedicated joint supplement. If your dog has diagnosed joint problems, ask your vet about a targeted hip and joint formula.
Is this suited to puppies or senior dogs?
This formula is labeled for adult dogs rather than puppies or seniors. Purina offers separate formulas for those life stages, so check with your vet on the right fit for your dog's age.
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