ACANA Singles Duck & Pumpkin Recipe + Wholesome Grains is a limited-ingredient, grain-inclusive dry dog food made with duck as the single animal protein source (plus fish oil). The recipe combines duck ingredients with whole pumpkin, whole oats, and ancient grains like sorghum, and includes added probiotics. ACANA states it is formulated to meet AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for All Life Stages—except for the growth of large breed dogs (70 lb or more as an adult).
Key Benefits
- Single animal protein source: duck (also contains fish oil).
- Includes whole pumpkin plus wholesome grains such as oat groats, whole oats, and whole sorghum.
- Added probiotics (Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium animalis, Lactobacillus casei).
- Calorie distribution provided by ACANA: 29% from protein, 28% from carbohydrates, 43% from fat.
- AAFCO statement: All Life Stages—except for growth of large breed dogs (70 lb+ adult).
Ingredients
Listed in the order provided by the manufacturer.
Duck, duck meal, oat groats, whole sorghum, duck liver, duck fat, whole pumpkin, natural duck flavor, whole oats, ground miscanthus grass, fish oil, salt, choline chloride, taurine, potassium chloride, vitamin E supplement, zinc proteinate, dried kelp, mixed tocopherols (preservative), vitamin D3 supplement, copper proteinate, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, dried chicory root, turmeric, citric acid (preservative), rosemary extract, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus casei fermentation product.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Crude protein (min.) |
27% |
| Crude fat (min.) |
17% |
| Crude fiber (max.) |
6% |
| Moisture (max.) |
12% |
| EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) (min.) |
0.1% |
| DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) (min.) |
0.1% |
| Calcium (min.) |
1.8% |
| Phosphorus (min.) |
1.3% |
| Vitamin E (min.) |
750 IU/kg |
| Taurine (min.) |
0.1% |
| Omega-6 fatty acids (min.) |
1.5% |
| Omega-3 fatty acids (min.) |
0.6% |
| Glucosamine (min.) |
500 mg/kg |
| Total Microorganisms (min.) |
1 Million CFU/lb (Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium animalis, Lactobacillus casei) |
Calorie Content
Metabolizable Energy: 3370 kcal/kg (371 kcal per standard 8 oz cup), with 29% from protein, 28% from carbohydrates, and 43% from fat.
Feeding Guidance
Life Stage: All Life Stages (except for the growth of large breed dogs, 70 lb or more as an adult)
Use a standard 8-ounce measuring cup. Serve dry or lightly moistened. When switching diets, transition gradually over 5–7 days. Feed puppies more than adult amounts as directed on the ACANA page; adjust portions to maintain ideal body condition and always provide fresh water.