Farmina N&D Ocean Adult Mini Salmon & Cod, 140 g is a complete wet food for adult small-breed dogs from the Italian manufacturer Farmina Pet Foods. The recipe is built on salmon fillet (30%) and cod fillet (30%). It's grain-free and made without legumes, thickeners, colourants or preservatives: each portion is steamed right in the can from raw ingredients, with no added water or broth.
What's in the can
Ingredients: salmon fillet 30%, cod fillet 30%, herring, tuna, sweet potato, fish oil, shrimp, pork, chicken, lamb, fructooligosaccharides, chondroitin sulphate, glucosamine, vitamins and minerals. Additives per kg include vitamins A, D3 and E, choline, chelated zinc, manganese, iron and copper, selenium, plus DL-methionine 1000 mg, taurine 500 mg and L-carnitine 50 mg. Analysis: moisture 78%, protein 12%, fat 2.8%, fibre 0.5%, ash 2.3%; energy 942 kcal/kg. The manufacturer stresses the absence of any thickeners — guar, xanthan, cassia, gums or carrageenan: the texture comes from the meat and fish themselves.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| For | adult small-breed dogs |
| Base | salmon fillet 30%, cod fillet 30% |
| Free from | grain, legumes, thickeners, colourants, preservatives |
| Protein / fat | 12% / 2.8% |
| Energy | 942 kcal/kg |
| Can | 140 g |
| Manufacturer | Farmina Pet Foods, Italy |
Pros
- 60% fish fillet. Salmon and cod at the heart of the recipe.
- No thickeners. No guar, xanthan, gums or carrageenan.
- Grain- and legume-free. Sweet potato instead of grains.
- Steamed in the can. No added water or broth.
- Useful additives. Taurine, L-carnitine, glucosamine and chondroitin.
- Complete. Can be fed on its own without supplements.
Cons
- Not just fish. It contains pork, chicken and lamb — unsuitable for dogs allergic to them.
- Pricey as a sole diet. At 942 kcal/kg a small dog needs 2–3 cans a day.
- A small can. 140 g suits toy breeds, not large dogs.
- Fishy smell. Not every owner — or dog — likes it.
How to feed
It's a complete food: you can feed it on its own without supplements, or combine it with dry food, reducing both portions. Check the exact daily amount on the can; as a rough guide, a dog of about 5 kg fed only wet food will need 2–3 cans a day. Cover an opened can and keep it in the fridge, and let the food come back to room temperature before serving. Switch foods gradually — see how to switch your pet to a new food.
For dogs with sensitive digestion
Fish as the main protein often suits dogs that don't tolerate chicken or beef well. But read the whole ingredient list: besides fish, these cans contain pork, chicken and lamb, so they're not suitable for a strict elimination diet. If you need a single-protein diet, choose a monoprotein food — see hypoallergenic dog food. What "holistic" and "grain-free" mean is covered in holistic food: what it means and grain-free food: facts and myths.
Food for small dogs
Small dogs eat little but need nutrient-dense food and convenient portion sizes. A 140 g can covers one or two meals for a small breed. How to choose food for little dogs is covered in food for small-breed dogs, and Chihuahua owners will find what to feed a Chihuahua useful.
Who it suits
Adult small-breed dogs that love fish; picky eaters; as a complete wet food or a topper for dry food. More cans are in the canned dog food section.
Verdict
Farmina N&D Ocean Adult Mini Salmon & Cod is a quality grain-free wet food with 60% fish fillet, no thickeners or legumes, steamed in the can. An excellent choice for small dogs that love fish. Note that it contains pork, chicken and lamb, and that as a sole diet it gets expensive.
FAQ
How much fish is in the cans?
30% salmon fillet and 30% cod fillet, plus herring and tuna.
Does it contain grain?
No, it's grain-free; carbohydrates come from sweet potato.
Is it suitable for dogs allergic to chicken?
No: it contains chicken, as well as pork and lamb.
Can a dog live on these cans alone?
Yes, it's a complete food; check the daily amount on the can.
Does it contain thickeners?
No, the manufacturer uses no guar, xanthan, cassia, gums or carrageenan.
How should an opened can be stored?
Covered in the fridge; warm to room temperature before serving.
What age is it for?
Adult small-breed dogs.
