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The 10 Best Grain-Free Dry Dog Foods

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How we created this grain-free dry dog food list

We leveraged input from our veterinarians and artificial intelligence to identify key considerations to help you find the best grain-free dry dog food.
We scanned thousands of customer reviews and ratings and scored each product based on its performance against each of the key considerations. We then considered how popular a product is with Chewy customers and combined that with its key consideration scores to create the list of the best grain-free dry dog foods.

Key grain-free dry dog food considerations

Digestibility

Ingredients

Nutritional Value

Palatability

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Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 28-lb bag
Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 28-lb bag
Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 28-lb bag
Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 28-lb bag
Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 28-lb bag
Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 28-lb bag
Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 28-lb bag

Taste of the Wild High Prairie Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 28-lb bag

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
7,196
$58.99Chewy Price
($2.11/lb)

Our ratings

Digestibility

4.4/5
Great

Ingredients

4.4/5
Great

Nutritional Value

4.5/5
Great

Palatability

4.3/5
Great

Is this grain-free dry dog food right for my pet?

Breed Size

All Breeds

Lifestage

All Lifestages, Adult

Top Ingredients

Water Buffalo, Lamb Meal, Chicken Meal, Sweet Potatoes, Peas

Special Diet

Gluten Free, High-Protein, Grain-Free
2
Merrick Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Chicken-Free Adult Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Merrick Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Chicken-Free Adult Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Merrick Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Chicken-Free Adult Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Merrick Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Chicken-Free Adult Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Merrick Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Chicken-Free Adult Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Merrick Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Chicken-Free Adult Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Merrick Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Chicken-Free Adult Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Merrick Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Chicken-Free Adult Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Merrick Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Chicken-Free Adult Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag

Merrick Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Chicken-Free Adult Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag

Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
2,256
$76.98Chewy Price
($3.50/lb)
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Our ratings

Digestibility

4.4/5
Great

Ingredients

4.5/5
Great

Nutritional Value

4.5/5
Great

Palatability

4.3/5
Great

Is this grain-free dry dog food right for my pet?

Breed Size

All Breeds

Lifestage

All Lifestages, Adult

Top Ingredients

Deboned Beef, Pork And Bone Meal, Salmon Meal, Sweet Potatoes, Potatoes

Special Diet

No Corn No Wheat No Soy, Gluten Free, Chicken-Free, Grain-Free
3
American Journey Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag

American Journey Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag

Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
4,681
$59.99Chewy Price
($2.50/lb)
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Our ratings

Digestibility

4.3/5
Great

Ingredients

4.3/5
Great

Nutritional Value

4.4/5
Great

Palatability

4.3/5
Great

Is this grain-free dry dog food right for my pet?

Breed Size

All Breeds

Lifestage

All Lifestages, Adult

Top Ingredients

Deboned Salmon, Chicken Meal (a source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Turkey Meal, Peas, Sweet Potatoes

Special Diet

No Corn No Wheat No Soy, High-Protein, Grain-Free
4
Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag

Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
2,098
$72.98Chewy Price
($3.05/lb)
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Our ratings

Digestibility

4.3/5
Great

Ingredients

4.3/5
Great

Nutritional Value

4.4/5
Great

Palatability

4.3/5
Great

Is this grain-free dry dog food right for my pet?

Breed Size

All Breeds

Lifestage

All Lifestages, Adult

Top Ingredients

Salmon, Salmon Meal (Source of Glucosamine), Sweet Potatoes, Potatoes, Dried Yeast

Special Diet

Limited Ingredient Diet, No Corn No Wheat No Soy, Pea-Free, Chicken-Free...
5
Blue Buffalo Basics Skin & Stomach Care Adult Grain-Free Turkey & Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Blue Buffalo Basics Skin & Stomach Care Adult Grain-Free Turkey & Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Blue Buffalo Basics Skin & Stomach Care Adult Grain-Free Turkey & Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Blue Buffalo Basics Skin & Stomach Care Adult Grain-Free Turkey & Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Blue Buffalo Basics Skin & Stomach Care Adult Grain-Free Turkey & Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Blue Buffalo Basics Skin & Stomach Care Adult Grain-Free Turkey & Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Blue Buffalo Basics Skin & Stomach Care Adult Grain-Free Turkey & Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Blue Buffalo Basics Skin & Stomach Care Adult Grain-Free Turkey & Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
Blue Buffalo Basics Skin & Stomach Care Adult Grain-Free Turkey & Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag

Blue Buffalo Basics Skin & Stomach Care Adult Grain-Free Turkey & Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
1,267
$69.58Chewy Price
($2.90/lb)
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Our ratings

Digestibility

4.3/5
Great

Ingredients

4.3/5
Great

Nutritional Value

4.3/5
Great

Palatability

4.3/5
Great

Is this grain-free dry dog food right for my pet?

Breed Size

All Breeds

Lifestage

All Lifestages, Adult

Top Ingredients

Deboned Turkey, Potatoes, Turkey Meal (source of Glucosamine), Pea Starch, Peas

Special Diet

Limited Ingredient Diet, No Corn No Wheat No Soy, Natural, Grain-Free
6
Wellness CORE Grain-Free Original Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal & Chicken Meal Recipe Dry Dog Food, 26-lb bag
Wellness CORE Grain-Free Original Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal & Chicken Meal Recipe Dry Dog Food, 26-lb bag
Wellness CORE Grain-Free Original Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal & Chicken Meal Recipe Dry Dog Food, 26-lb bag
Wellness CORE Grain-Free Original Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal & Chicken Meal Recipe Dry Dog Food, 26-lb bag
Wellness CORE Grain-Free Original Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal & Chicken Meal Recipe Dry Dog Food, 26-lb bag
Wellness CORE Grain-Free Original Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal & Chicken Meal Recipe Dry Dog Food, 26-lb bag
Wellness CORE Grain-Free Original Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal & Chicken Meal Recipe Dry Dog Food, 26-lb bag
Wellness CORE Grain-Free Original Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal & Chicken Meal Recipe Dry Dog Food, 26-lb bag

Wellness CORE Grain-Free Original Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal & Chicken Meal Recipe Dry Dog Food, 26-lb bag

Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
1,131
$79.98Chewy Price
($3.08/lb)
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Our ratings

Digestibility

4.6/5
Excellent

Ingredients

4.7/5
Excellent

Nutritional Value

4.6/5
Excellent

Palatability

4.6/5
Excellent

Is this grain-free dry dog food right for my pet?

Breed Size

All Breeds

Lifestage

Adult

Top Ingredients

Deboned Turkey, Turkey Meal, Chicken Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Dried Ground Potatoes, Lentils

Special Diet

Gluten Free, No Corn No Wheat No Soy, High-Protein, Natural...
7
Solid Gold Toy & Small Breed Grain-Free Real Beef, Sweet Potato & Apple Dry Dog Food, 11-lb bag
Solid Gold Toy & Small Breed Grain-Free Real Beef, Sweet Potato & Apple Dry Dog Food, 11-lb bag
Solid Gold Toy & Small Breed Grain-Free Real Beef, Sweet Potato & Apple Dry Dog Food, 11-lb bag
Solid Gold Toy & Small Breed Grain-Free Real Beef, Sweet Potato & Apple Dry Dog Food, 11-lb bag
Solid Gold Toy & Small Breed Grain-Free Real Beef, Sweet Potato & Apple Dry Dog Food, 11-lb bag
Solid Gold Toy & Small Breed Grain-Free Real Beef, Sweet Potato & Apple Dry Dog Food, 11-lb bag
Solid Gold Toy & Small Breed Grain-Free Real Beef, Sweet Potato & Apple Dry Dog Food, 11-lb bag
Solid Gold Toy & Small Breed Grain-Free Real Beef, Sweet Potato & Apple Dry Dog Food, 11-lb bag

Solid Gold Toy & Small Breed Grain-Free Real Beef, Sweet Potato & Apple Dry Dog Food, 11-lb bag

Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
234
$43.99Chewy Price
($4.00/lb)
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Our ratings

Digestibility

4.6/5
Excellent

Ingredients

4.7/5
Excellent

Nutritional Value

4.7/5
Excellent

Palatability

4.6/5
Excellent

Is this grain-free dry dog food right for my pet?

Breed Size

Extra Small Breeds, Small Breeds

Lifestage

All Lifestages, Adult

Top Ingredients

Beef, Ocean Fish Meal, Lentils, Pea Protein, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols)

Special Diet

No Corn No Wheat No Soy, Natural, Gluten Free, Grain-Free
8
CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag

CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag

Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
1,068
$74.99Chewy Price
($3.41/lb)
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Our ratings

Digestibility

4.2/5
Great

Ingredients

4.2/5
Great

Nutritional Value

4.2/5
Great

Palatability

4.3/5
Great

Is this grain-free dry dog food right for my pet?

Breed Size

All Breeds

Lifestage

All Lifestages, Adult

Top Ingredients

Salmon, Salmon Meal, Menhaden Fish Meal, Lentils, Sweet Potatoes

Special Diet

No Corn No Wheat No Soy, Gluten Free, Limited Ingredient Diet, Chicken-Free...
9
Nutro Limited Ingredient Diet Adult Sensitive Support with Real Lamb & Sweet Potato Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Nutro Limited Ingredient Diet Adult Sensitive Support with Real Lamb & Sweet Potato Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Nutro Limited Ingredient Diet Adult Sensitive Support with Real Lamb & Sweet Potato Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Nutro Limited Ingredient Diet Adult Sensitive Support with Real Lamb & Sweet Potato Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Nutro Limited Ingredient Diet Adult Sensitive Support with Real Lamb & Sweet Potato Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Nutro Limited Ingredient Diet Adult Sensitive Support with Real Lamb & Sweet Potato Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Nutro Limited Ingredient Diet Adult Sensitive Support with Real Lamb & Sweet Potato Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag
Nutro Limited Ingredient Diet Adult Sensitive Support with Real Lamb & Sweet Potato Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag

Nutro Limited Ingredient Diet Adult Sensitive Support with Real Lamb & Sweet Potato Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 22-lb bag

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
244
$92.98Chewy Price
($4.23/lb)
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Our ratings

Digestibility

4.1/5
Great

Ingredients

4.3/5
Great

Nutritional Value

4.5/5
Great

Palatability

4.3/5
Great

Is this grain-free dry dog food right for my pet?

Breed Size

All Breeds

Lifestage

All Lifestages, Adult

Top Ingredients

Deboned Lamb, Lamb Meal, Chickpeas, Dried Potatoes, Dried Sweet Potatoes

Special Diet

Non-GMO, No Corn No Wheat No Soy, Natural, Limited Ingredient Diet...
10
American Journey Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag
American Journey Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag

American Journey Limited Ingredient Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 24-lb bag

Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars
1,456
$62.99Chewy Price
($2.63/lb)
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Our ratings

Digestibility

4.4/5
Great

Ingredients

4.4/5
Great

Nutritional Value

4.5/5
Great

Palatability

4.4/5
Great

Is this grain-free dry dog food right for my pet?

Breed Size

All Breeds

Lifestage

All Lifestages, Adult

Top Ingredients

Deboned Salmon, Salmon Meal, Peas, Chickpeas, Sweet Potatoes

Special Diet

Limited Ingredient Diet, No Corn No Wheat No Soy, Chicken-Free, High-Protein...

Frequently Asked Questions about Grain-Free Dry Dog Foods

Are grain-free dry dog foods good for dogs?

Grain-free dry dog foods can be good for dogs, especially those with certain sensitivities and those who are prone to weight gain. However, not all grain-free dry dog foods are created equal. Some may have high levels of carbs that can cause weight gain even if they are grain-free. There is also a concern that feeding an entirely grain-free diet may be linked with dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in some dogs. Talk to your vet about the best diet for your pup and see if feeding your dog grain-free dry foods might be a good choice.

What are some of the best ingredients to look for in grain-free dry dog food?

Some of the best ingredients to look for in grain-free dry dog food include real meats, whole fruits and vegetables. Look for whole food ingredients that have been minimally processed, and try to avoid formulas that contain fillers, meat meals and artificial ingredients. Your vet may be able to recommend some good grain-free dry dog formulas or brands. You can also use the product filters on our site to find just the right grain-free dry dog food for your pup.

How do I switch my dog to grain-free dry dog food?

Switch your dog to grain-free dry dog food gradually, mixing in increasing amounts of the new food over time. Start by feeding 75% of the old food and 25% of the new food for the first few days, then increase to a 50-50 ratio for the next two or three days. Then, proceed to feeding 75% of the new food for a few days, graduating to 100% after about a week or so. This gradual transition will be easier on your dog's digestive system and help ensure he doesn't refuse the new grain-free dry food formula.