Nutro Natural Choice Small Breed Dry Dog Food
- Dry Food
- Bag
- Veterinary Diet
- Dog
- More reviewed than 70%
A small-breed-specific kibble with a non-GMO chicken and brown rice recipe, sized in a bag proportionate to how much a small dog actually eats.
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How it ranks among the 155 dry food we track
4.7★ across 6,858 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
6,858 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
4,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
Sized in a 5 lb bag rather than a bulk sack, Nutro Natural Choice Small Breed is a non-GMO chicken and brown rice kibble built specifically for small dogs.
Small breeds have different calorie and kibble-size needs than larger dogs, and Nutro built this formula around that with a non-GMO ingredient list and an omega-3 to omega-6 ratio aimed at skin and coat health. The 5 lb bag fits how much a small dog actually eats before food goes stale, rather than the bulk sizes typical of large-breed formulas.
- 5 lb bag, dry kibble
- Formulated specifically for small breeds
- Chicken and brown rice recipe, non-GMO
- Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids for skin and coat
Who it's for
Small-breed adult dog owners wanting a non-GMO recipe in a bag sized to how little a small dog eats. Medium and large breed owners need a different formula entirely.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Non-GMO ingredients throughout
- Sized specifically for small-breed dogs
- 5 lb bag matches typical small-dog consumption, staying fresher
- Not suitable for medium, large, or giant breed dogs
- Chicken is a common allergen for sensitive dogs
Performance notes
The omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid ratio is the main mechanism Nutro points to for skin and coat results, alongside immune and digestive health claims tied to the chicken and brown rice base. Being a small-breed formula, the kibble pieces themselves run smaller, which matters for dogs with smaller jaws.
Specifications
| Brand | Nutro |
|---|---|
| Model | 10197022 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 5 pounds |
| Package Size Name | 5 lb |
| Dog Breed Size | Small |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 5 pounds |
| Included Components | Dry pet food |
| Other details | |
| Container Type | Bag |
| Animal Food Diet Type | Veterinary Diet |
| Pet Type | Dog |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,764 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #139 in Dry Dog Food |
| Product Benefits | Supports Healthy Skin & Coat: This Nutro Natural Choice Small Breed Dry Dog Food is formulated with an optimal ratio of Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids to nourish sensitive skin for a soft shiny coat |
| Breed Recommendation | Small Breeds |
| Occasion | Daily Feeding |
| Animal Food Ingredient Claim | Non-GMO |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 10197022 |
| Flavor | Chicken |
| Model Number | 10197022 |
| Item Form | Dry Kibble |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Immune Support, Digestive Health, Dental Health |
| Additional Features | Not-Applicable |
| Manufacturer | Mars Petcare US |
| Allergen Information | Non-GMO |
| Target Species | Dog |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '6,858', 'stars': '4.7'} |
| Upc | 079105122177 |
| Item Type Name | Dog Food |
| Special Ingredients | Omega 3 & 6 Fatty Acids, Non-GMO Ingredients |
| Asin | B01N5SY1K8 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Digestive Health, Immune Support |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in dry food.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nutro Natural Choice Small Breed Dry Dog FoodThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 6,858 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Hill's Science Diet Adult 1-6 Small & Mini Dry Dog FoodHill's | 4.8 / 5 | 26,044 | 4.7 / 5 |
| IAMS Proactive Health Adult Minichunks Premium Dry Dog FoodIAMS | 4.7 / 5 | 31,844 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Chicken & Brown Rice Adult Dry Dog FoodBlue | 4.7 / 5 | 29,281 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Cesar Small Breed Dry Dog Food for Small DogsCesar | 4.7 / 5 | 19,500 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Nutro 10197022
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is Natural Choice Small Breed formulated for puppies?
The listing labels it as an adult formula, not a puppy formula.
What size bag is this?
5 lb.
Are the ingredients non-GMO?
Yes, Nutro lists non-GMO ingredients as a specific feature.