Average score: 79/100 across 5 dog food products.
Answers Detailed is not on our WSAVA-aligned shortlist. That doesn't automatically mean the food is poor quality — many strong brands haven't pursued WSAVA recognition — but it means we lack independent confirmation of feeding-trial validation and on-staff veterinary nutritionist staffing.
FDA has posted 1 recall notice for Answers Detailed in the last five years: Sep 23, 2024, Due to Potential Salmonella and Listeria. Recalls usually cover specific lots; the FDA notice lists them.
Answers Detailed averages 79/100 across 5 products in our catalog. Individual product scores combine ingredient quality, AAFCO compliance, and controversial-additive severity. See the methodology page for the full algorithm.
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