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Acana Heritage Adult review

C55 / 100 · general adult profile

Acana Heritage Adult scores 55 out of 100, a grade C, against our general adult profile. In short, it leads with fresh chicken (11%), and protein sits at 31% and fat at 17%.

How it scores by breed

The same food scores differently by breed, because each breed profile weights protein fit, fat ceiling, joint support, skin and coat support, filler content and ingredient transparency differently. Across 279 breed profiles, Acana Heritage Adult ranges from 33 to 85 out of 100.

GreyhoundB+ · 85
WhippetB+ · 85
Chihuahua (Long Coat)B · 79
Chihuahua (Smooth Coat)B · 79
Border CollieB · 75
Hungarian VizslaB · 75
WeimaranerB · 75
BoxerC+ · 68
Where it scores lowest
American BullyD · 33
PugD · 34
BulldogD · 34
Springerdoodle (Springer x Poodle)D · 35
Newfypoo (Newfoundland x Poodle)D · 35

Analytical constituents

Energy351 kcal per 100g
Protein31%
Fat17%
Fibre5%
Ash7%
Moisture12%
Typical price£7.20 per kg
Cost per 1,000 kcal£2.05

Ingredients

Fresh chicken (11%), Chicken meal (11%), Turkey meal (11%), Peas, Chicken fat (first five listed).

Positives

Higher scoring alternatives

Other kibble foods for the same life stage that score better against the general adult profile.

Common questions

Is Acana Heritage Adult a good food?

Against our general adult profile it scores 55 out of 100, a grade C. That figure reflects protein and fat fit, joint and skin support, filler content and ingredient transparency. The right answer for your own dog depends on its breed, age and any health conditions.

How much protein is in Acana Heritage Adult?

The label declares 31% crude protein and 17% fat.

What is the first ingredient in Acana Heritage Adult?

Fresh chicken (11%). Ingredients are listed in descending order by weight, so the first entry usually makes up the largest share.

Which breeds does Acana Heritage Adult suit best?

It scores highest for Greyhound, Whippet, Chihuahua (Long Coat). Breed changes the weighting of each factor, so the same food can score very differently across breeds.

Score it for your own dog

This page uses a general adult profile. PawsePal scores this food against your dog's breed, age, weight and health conditions, and tells you the portion in grams.

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Scores are produced by PawsePal's six-factor breed-specific scoring engine, built on veterinary nutrition science and aligned with WSAVA guidelines. Analytical values are taken from manufacturer labels and prices are approximate UK retail, so check the pack before you buy. This page is information, not veterinary advice.