4.8(1,768)Amazon rating$19.992,000+ bought last month
Our verdict
Fromm's Gold Small Breed formula stands out for its varied protein sources and probiotic inclusion, and its 4.8-star average across 1,768 reviews is the highest rating in this group.
Priced 46% below the category median ($37.22 across 146 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.8/5overall
Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 1,768 owner ratings
Popularity1.2/5
1,768 owner reviews, fewer 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
Fromm's Gold line for small breeds mixes chicken, duck, and lamb with whole eggs, real Wisconsin cheese, probiotics, and salmon oil, giving it a more varied ingredient profile than many single-protein budget formulas. It's sized and priced for small-breed households, with a 5-pound bag at just under $20.
The inclusion of probiotics is aimed at digestive support, while the salmon oil is a common source of omega fatty acids for skin and coat. Because salmon appears in the ingredient list, it's worth noting for dogs with a known fish allergy even though chicken is the primary flavor.
Pros
Varied protein sources including chicken, duck, and lamb
Includes probiotics and salmon oil for digestive and coat support
Highest-rated formula in this group at 4.8 stars
Small 5-pound bag keeps upfront cost low for small-breed households
Cons
Contains salmon, which matters if your dog has a fish allergy
Smaller 5-pound bag size means more frequent repurchasing for some households
The pellet kibble is sized for small breeds, and the ingredient list, chicken, duck, lamb, whole eggs, cheese, probiotics, and salmon oil, points to a formula built for variety and digestive support rather than a single-protein, limited-ingredient approach.
What buyers say
With 1,768 reviews and a 4.8-star average, plus roughly 2,000 bags bought in the past month, this formula shows strong satisfaction even with a smaller review base than the bigger national brands in this category.
No, it uses a variety of protein sources, including chicken, duck, and lamb, so it's not built as a limited-ingredient formula for dogs with multiple food sensitivities.
Does this formula contain fish?
Yes, salmon oil is one of the listed ingredients even though chicken is the primary flavor, so it's worth checking with your vet if your dog has a known fish allergy.
Is the 5-pound bag enough for an ongoing supply?
For small breeds it can last a while, but larger small-breed dogs or multi-dog households may need to reorder more frequently than with bigger bag sizes.
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