Is Friskies Picnic Variety Snack for Dogs Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Purina
Friskies Picnic Variety Snack for Dogs is one of the pet food products analyzed by Zerotox for Purina. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sections below explain why ingredients like Glycerol, Sorbitol affect the overall evaluation.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes 25% meat and animal by-products, along with various plant-based ingredients. However, the presence of glycerol and sorbitol raises concerns about synthetic additives.
Main concern
Includes glycerol and sorbitol, which are synthetic additives that may raise quality concerns.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains 25% meat and animal by-products, providing a protein source for dogs.
- No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives added, indicating a more natural formulation.
- Variety of flavors from different meats, appealing to dogs' preferences.
- Designed for easy portioning, making it convenient for training rewards.
Concerns
- Includes glycerol and sorbitol, which are synthetic additives that may raise quality concerns.
- High content of animal by-products, which can vary in quality and nutritional value.
- Contains unspecified plant extracts, which may not provide clear benefits.
- Overall composition suggests a processed product, which may not be ideal for all pet owners.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this pet food.
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Is Meat And Animal By Products safe in this pet food?
Medium
Meat And Animal By Products is used here as base. Meat and animal by-products provide protein but vary in quality. Their inclusion raises questions about sourcing and nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Carni e derivati
Read the full ingredient profile for Meat And Animal By Products
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Is Glycerol safe in this pet food?
Bad
Glycerol is used here as sweetener. Glycerol is a synthetic compound used for moisture retention. Its presence raises concerns about the use of synthetic additives in pet food.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Glicerolo
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Is Sorbitol safe in this pet food?
Bad
Sorbitol is used here as sweetener. Sorbitol is a sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and humectant. Its synthetic nature may not align with natural pet food preferences.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Sorbitolo
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Is Plant Extracts safe in this pet food?
Medium
Plant Extracts is used here as natural_extract. Plant extracts are included but lack specific identification, making it difficult to assess their benefits or quality.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: Estratti di proteine vegetali
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 4286206
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