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Barking Heads Doggylicious Duck review

C+74 / 100 · general adult profile

Barking Heads Doggylicious Duck scores 74 out of 100, a grade C+, against our general adult profile. In short, it leads with duck 28%, and protein sits at 26% and fat at 12%.

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, Barking Heads Doggylicious Duck ranges from 51 to 87 out of 100.

Dachshund (Standard Long-Haired)B+ · 87
Dachshund (Standard Smooth-Haired)B+ · 87
Dachshund (Standard Wire-Haired)B+ · 87
BeagleB+ · 85
Chihuahua (Long Coat)B+ · 85
Chihuahua (Smooth Coat)B+ · 85
DalmatianB+ · 85
GreyhoundB+ · 85
Where it scores lowest
Newfypoo (Newfoundland x Poodle)D · 51
Neapolitan MastiffD · 52
MastiffD · 52
Dogue de BordeauxD · 52
BullmastiffD · 52

Analytical constituents

Energy360 kcal per 100g
Protein26%
Fat12%
Fibre3%
Ash8%
Moisture8%
Typical price£4.38 per kg
Cost per 1,000 kcal£1.22

Ingredients

Duck 28%, various ingredients.

Positives

Higher scoring alternatives

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

Common questions

Is Barking Heads Doggylicious Duck a good food?

Against our general adult profile it scores 74 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 Barking Heads Doggylicious Duck?

The label declares 26% crude protein and 12% fat.

What is the first ingredient in Barking Heads Doggylicious Duck?

Duck 28%. Ingredients are listed in descending order by weight, so the first entry usually makes up the largest share.

Which breeds does Barking Heads Doggylicious Duck suit best?

It scores highest for Dachshund (Standard Long-Haired), Dachshund (Standard Smooth-Haired), Dachshund (Standard Wire-Haired). Breed changes the weighting of each factor, so the same food can score very differently across breeds.

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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.