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Specific COD Weight Management review

D52 / 100 · general adult profile

Specific COD Weight Management scores 52 out of 100, a grade D, against our general adult profile. In short, the first listed ingredient is maize protein, which is a cereal rather than a meat, and protein sits at 28% and fat at 7%.

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, Specific COD Weight Management ranges from 41 to 60 out of 100.

BorzoiC · 60
Cavalier King Charles SpanielC · 60
Dachshund (Standard Long-Haired)C · 60
Dachshund (Standard Smooth-Haired)C · 60
Dachshund (Standard Wire-Haired)C · 60
DeerhoundC · 60
Welsh Corgi (Cardigan)C · 60
Dorgi (Dachshund x Corgi)C · 60
Where it scores lowest
Chinese CrestedD · 41
Zuchon (Shih Tzu x Bichon Frise)D · 42
Shichon (Shih Tzu x Bichon Frise)D · 42
Chow ChowD · 42
Maltese Shih Tzu (Mal-Shi)D · 44

Analytical constituents

Energy296 kcal per 100g
Protein28%
Fat7%
Fibre12.5%
Ash6%
Moisture8%
Typical price£9.50 per kg
Cost per 1,000 kcal£3.21

Ingredients

Maize protein, Rice, Cellulose, Pea fibre, Fish meal (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 Specific COD Weight Management a good food?

Against our general adult profile it scores 52 out of 100, a grade D. 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 Specific COD Weight Management?

The label declares 28% crude protein and 7% fat.

What is the first ingredient in Specific COD Weight Management?

Maize protein. Ingredients are listed in descending order by weight, so the first entry usually makes up the largest share.

Which breeds does Specific COD Weight Management suit best?

It scores highest for Borzoi, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Dachshund (Standard Long-Haired). 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.