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Our Verdict
Jinx Homemades dog food is made up of three wet recipes which each receive the Dog Food Advisor’s second rating, 4.5 stars.
Pros
- High quality locally sourced ingredients
- No corn, wheat, soy or fillers
- Antioxidant-rich superfoods
Cons
- Limited recipes
The table below shows each recipe in this range including our rating and the AAFCO nutrient profile: Growth (puppy), Maintenance (adult), All Life Stages, Supplemental or Unspecified.
| Product line | Rating | AAFCO |
|---|---|---|
| Jinx Homemades Grain-Free Beef & Chicken Recipe | 4.5 | M |
| Jinx Homemades Chicken Recipe | 4.5 | M |
| Jinx Homemades Grain-Free Chicken & Salmon Recipe | 4.5 | M |
Recipe and Label Analysis
Jinx Homemades Grain-Free Beef & Chicken was selected to represent the other products in the line for a detailed recipe and nutrient analysis.
Jinx Homemades Grain-Free Beef & Chicken Recipe
Estimated Dry Matter Nutrient Content
Protein
Fat
CarbsCarbohydrates
Beef, chicken, carrot, potato, beef bone broth, salt, spinach, sunflower oil, tricalcium phosphate, iron proteinate, copper proteinate, zinc proteinate, manganese proteinate, vitamins [ascorbic acid (source of vitamin C), thiamine mononitrate, vitamin E supplement, niacin supplement, vitamin A supplement, pantothenic acid, vitamin D3 supplement, riboflavin supplement, choline chloride, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, biotin, vitamin B12 supplement], potassium chloride, magnesium sulfate, sage, thyme, rosemary, selenium yeast, potassium iodide
Fiber (estimated dry matter content) = 2%
Red denotes any controversial items
| Estimated Nutrient Content | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Method | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
| Guaranteed Analysis | 9% | 6% | NA |
| Dry Matter Basis | 41% | 27% | 24% |
| Calorie Weighted Basis | 31% | 51% | 18% |
Ingredients Analysis
The first ingredient is beef. Beef is defined as “the clean flesh derived from slaughtered cattle” and includes skeletal muscle or the muscle tissues of the tongue, diaphragm, heart or esophagus.1
Beef is naturally rich in all 10 essential amino acids required by a dog to sustain life.
The second ingredient is chicken. Chicken is considered “the clean combination of flesh and skin… derived from the parts or whole carcasses of chicken”. 2
Chicken is naturally rich in the 10 essential amino acids required by a dog to sustain life.
The third ingredient is carrots. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, minerals and dietary fiber.
The fourth ingredient is potato. Potatoes can be considered a gluten-free source of digestible carbohydrates. Yet with the exception of perhaps their caloric content, potatoes are of only modest nutritional value to a dog.
The fifth ingredient is beef bone broth. Although they add both flavor and moisture to a dog food, bone broths are a common component in many wet products. However, since broths consist almost entirely of water, the trace nutrients they contain account for only a fraction of the overall finished dog food.
The sixth ingredient is salt (also known as sodium chloride). Salt is a common additive in many dog foods. That’s because sodium is a necessary mineral for all animals — including humans.Â
However, since the actual amount of salt added to this recipe isn’t disclosed on the list of ingredients, it’s impossible to judge the nutritional value of this item.
The seventh ingredient is spinach. Due to its exceptional vitamin and mineral content, spinach exhibits a remarkably high nutrient Completeness Score 3 of 91.
The eighth ingredient is sunflower oil. Sunflower oil is nutritionally similar to safflower oil. Since these oils are high in omega-6 fatty acids and contain no omega-3s, they’re considered less nutritious than canola or flaxseed oils.
Sunflower oil is notable for its resistance to heat damage during cooking.
There are several different types of sunflower oil, some better than others. Without knowing more, it’s impossible to judge the quality of this ingredient.
The ninth ingredient is tricalcium phosphate, a beneficial source of calcium and phosphorus. In addition, this additive is used in wet foods as an emulsifier — an agent designed to disperse a food’s fats more evenly in water.
From here the list goes on to include a number of other items. But to be realistic, ingredients located this far down the list (other than nutritional supplements) are not likely to affect the overall rating of the product.
This recipe has one notable exception.
Chelated minerals, that have been chemically attached to protein. This makes them easier to absorb. Chelated minerals are usually found in better dog foods.
Nutrient Analysis
Based on its ingredients alone, Jinx Homemades Grain-Free Beef & Chicken recipe looks like an above-average wet product.
The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 41%, a fat level of 27% and an estimated carbohydrate level of 24%.
As a group, the brand features a protein content of 41% and a mean fat level of 27%. Together these figures suggest a carbohydrate content of 24% for the overall product line, alongside a fat-to-protein ratio of 67%.
This means Jinx Homemades contain near average protein, below average carbohydrate above average fat when compared to typical wet dog food.
Jinx Dog Food Recall History
The following automated list (if present) includes all dog food recalls related to Jinx through October 2024.
No recalls noted.
You can view a complete list of all dog food recalls since 2009 here.
Our Rating of Jinx Homemades Grain Free Dog Food
Jinx is a premium dog food brand that utilizes high-quality ingredients and is expertly formulated.
About
Jinx was founded by Terri Rockovich, Michael Kim, and Sameer Mehta. The idea of starting a dog food business came to Rockovich while she was trying to find suitable dog food for her dog Blitz, who had suffered a traumatic back injury.
The brand launched in January 2021 with backing from some famous figures, including actor Will Smith, singer Halsey, and rapper Nas. Jinx is headquartered in LA, with manufacturing plants in Georgia and Kansas.
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