ORIJEN Original Dog
Manufacturer: ORIJEN
The ORIJEN Original Dog (ORIJEN) earned a technical score of 72.5/100 (rated ✅ Solid) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (61 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (77 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for dogs delivers 43.18% protein and 20.45% fat. The analysis is computed by algorithm, with no payment or interference from brands.
Nutritional Analysis
Dry-Matter Composition
Composition and Energy
Values as declared in the manufacturer guaranteed analysis (as-fed basis — as printed on the bag).
| Nutrient | Value |
|---|---|
| Crude protein | 38 % |
| Crude fat | 18 % |
| Crude fiber | 4 % |
| Moisture | 12 % |
| Metabolizable energy | 3940 kcal/kg |
How much to feed per day
Estimated daily serving (g/day) based on the metabolizable energy of this food (3940 kcal/kg) and the maintenance energy requirement (RER) of the dog by body weight. Adjust according to veterinary guidance — the formula does not account for activity level, neutering or individual clinical conditions.
| Weight of the dog | Energy requirement | Recommended serving |
|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 206 kcal/day | 52 g/day |
| 10 kg | 327 kcal/day | 83 g/day |
| 20 kg | 521 kcal/day | 132 g/day |
| 30 kg | 684 kcal/day | 173 g/day |
| 40 kg | 829 kcal/day | 210 g/day |
Formula: energy requirement (kcal/day) = 70 × weight(kg)^0.67 [RER — Resting Energy Requirement; the same formula used by the My Pet Magazine cost calculator]. Serving (g/day) = energy requirement ÷ (kcal/kg of the food ÷ 1000). Sources: FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines 2024 / NRC 2006.
Ingredients
- 1Chicken
- 2turkey
- 3salmon
- 4whole herring
- 5chicken liver
- 6dehydrated chicken
- 7dehydrated turkey
- 8dehydrated chicken liver
- 9dehydrated egg
- 10dehydrated sardine
What we like
- ✓probióticos
- ✓carnes frescas
www.orijenpetfoods.com — verificado 2026-08-30
Frequently asked questions about ORIJEN Original Dog
- What is the technical score of ORIJEN Original Dog?
- ORIJEN Original Dog (ORIJEN) scores 72.5/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (61 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (77 points), by the formula (IDNM × 0.55) + (IPFI × 0.45). The analysis is 100% algorithmic, with no interference from brands.
- How much protein does ORIJEN Original Dog have?
- On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), ORIJEN Original Dog has 43.18% protein and 20.45% fat. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for dogs with different moisture levels.
- Is ORIJEN Original Dog a good food for dogs?
- Under the My Pet Magazine classification, ORIJEN Original Dog is "Solid" (score 72.5/100). Strengths: probióticos, carnes frescas. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your dog.