Is Barf complex safe for dogs?

Barf complex by Anibio has a safety score of 5/10. No ingredients were flagged for concerns. This is below average quality.

What are the ingredients in Barf complex?

Barf complex contains 13 ingredients. Composition technique : Lecitin 400 mg, *3a672a Vitamin A, E671 Vitamin D3, Vitamin BI 400 mg thiamine mononitrate, Vitamin B2 als Riboflavine, and 8 more.

What concerns does Barf complex have?

No ingredients in Barf complex were flagged for safety concerns. All 13 ingredients passed our safety analysis.

Anibio

Barf complex

Name: Barf complex
Brand: Anibio

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Full Ingredient List

#1Composition technique : Lecitin 400 mg

#2*3a672a Vitamin A

#3E671 Vitamin D3

#4Vitamin BI 400 mg thiamine mononitrate

#5Vitamin B2 als Riboflavine

#6Vit - amin B6 Pyridoxine Hydrochloride

#7Vitamin B12 Cyano - 12 mg cobalamine

#8Vitamin C L-Acide sorbique

#9El chélate 12 mg d'acide aminé de de fer hydraté

#10E4 chélate diacide 500 mg aminé de cuivre hydraté

#11E5 chélate d'acide aminé de 8 mg manganèse hydraté

#12E6 chélate d'acide aminé de zinc 2.000 mg hydraté

#13E7 sodium de molybdate

Goal Compatibility

Sensitive Stomach

10/10

Weight Management

7/10

Grain-Free

10/10

Puppy/Kitten

6/10

Senior Pet

5/10

All Natural

10/10

Is Barf complex Safe for Your Dog?

Barf complex by Anibio scores 5/10 for ingredient safety — below our recommended threshold of 6/10. Of the 13 ingredients, 0 were flagged for concerns including various issues. We recommend considering higher-scored alternatives, especially for puppies, senior dogs, or dogs with health conditions.

With no flagged ingredients, this is a clean formula. The first ingredient is Composition technique : Lecitin 400 mg. It scores particularly well for sensitive stomach and grain free and all natural.

Feeding Guide for Barf complex

General feeding guidelines based on your dog's weight (adjust based on activity level and body condition):

• Small dogs (under 20 lbs): ½–1 cup per day, split into 2 meals
• Medium dogs (20–50 lbs): 1–2 cups per day, split into 2 meals
• Large dogs (50+ lbs): 2–3+ cups per day, split into 2 meals

When switching to Barf complex, transition slowly over 7–10 days — start with 25% new food mixed with 75% old food, increasing gradually. Watch for digestive upset (loose stool, vomiting, excessive gas) during the transition. If issues persist beyond 10 days, the formula may not suit your dog. Given the flagged ingredients, monitor your dog closely for sensitivities.

How We Score Pet Food

Our safety score uses a position-weighted formula: ingredients listed first (higher concentration) receive more weight in the calculation. Each ingredient is scored 1-10 based on published veterinary research and regulatory data. The final product score reflects the overall ingredient quality, with penalties for known carcinogens, artificial preservatives, low-quality fillers, and artificial colors.

What to Look For in Dog Food

• Named protein first — "Chicken" or "Salmon" is better than "Meat by-products"
• Minimal fillers — Avoid corn gluten meal, wheat middlings, soy flour as top ingredients
• No artificial preservatives — BHA, BHT, and ethoxyquin are linked to health concerns
• No artificial colors — Red 40, Yellow 5, Blue 2 serve no nutritional purpose for dogs
• Omega fatty acids — Flaxseed, fish oil, or salmon oil support skin and coat health
• Joint support for seniors — Glucosamine and chondroitin for older dogs

Disclaimer

PetFoodScored provides ingredient safety information for educational purposes only. We are not veterinarians. Always consult your vet before making dietary changes for your pet. Our scores are algorithmic assessments, not veterinary medical advice.