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Cheapest all life stages dog food by price per pound

All life stages dog food carries a label saying it meets nutrient levels for every life stage, including growth. This page ranks all life stages dog food by price per pound across 54 listings, with a median of $3.58 per lb.

  • 54listings
  • $1.17/lbcheapest
  • $3.58/lbmedian
  • 40 lblargest pack

Compare like with like. Wet, fresh and freeze-dried foods cost more per pound than dry kibble, so use the Food type filter before you compare. For your dog's dietary needs, talk to your vet.

Lowest-priced listings by brand

Lowest price per lb among named brands.

  1. 1
    $1.17/lbDIAMOND NATURALS Puppy, Adult & Senior Dry Dog Food, Chicken & Rice, 40lb
    40 lb$46.99Chicken
    View on Amazon
  2. 2
    $1.47/lbDiamond Naturals Skin & Coat Puppy, Adult & Senior Dry Dog Food Salmon 30lb
    30 lb$43.99Salmon
    View on Amazon
  3. 3
    $1.62/lbCanidae All Life Stages Multi-Protein, Chicken, Turkey, Lamb & Fish, 40 lb
    40 lb$64.99Chicken
    View on Amazon

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$/lbPriceWeightPack Food typeLife stageBreed sizeMain proteinPack sizeFeatures ConditionBrandProductDeal
1.17$46.9940 lb1DryAll life stages—Chicken40 lbNewDiamond NaturalsDIAMOND NATURALS Puppy, Adult & Senior Dry Dog Food, Chicken & Rice, 40lbView deal
1.47$43.9930 lb1DryAll life stages—Salmon30 lbNewDiamond NaturalsDiamond Naturals Skin & Coat Puppy, Adult & Senior Dry Dog Food Salmon 30lbView deal
1.62$64.9940 lb1DryAll life stages—Chicken40 lbNewCanidaeCanidae All Life Stages Multi-Protein, Chicken, Turkey, Lamb & Fish, 40 lbView deal
1.70$67.9940 lb1DryAll life stages—Lamb40 lbGrain-freeNewWholeHeartedWholeHearted by Petco Grain Free All Life Stages Lamb and Lentil Formula Dry Dog Food 40 lbs.View deal
1.70$67.9940 lb1DryAll life stages—Chicken40 lbGrain-freeNewWholeHeartedWholeHearted by Petco Grain Free All Life Stages Chicken & Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food 40 lbs.View deal
1.79$71.7940 lb1DryAll life stages—Chicken40 lbNewNutrenaNutrena Loyall Life All Life Stages Chicken and Rice Dog Food (40 Pounds), 1 Count (Pack of 1)View deal
1.85$49.9927 lb1DryAll life stages—Lamb27 lbNewCanidaeCANIDAE All Life Stages, Real Lamb & Ancient Grains, 27 lbView deal
1.85$49.9927 lb1DryAll life stages—Salmon27 lbNewCanidaeCanidae All Life Stages, Real Salmon & Ancient Grains, 27 lbView deal
1.85$49.9927 lb1DryAll life stages—Chicken27 lbNewCanidaeCanidae All Life Stages, Real Chicken & Ancient Grains, 27 lbView deal
2.00$49.9925 lb1DryAll life stages—Beef25 lbGrain-freeNewWholeHeartedWholeHearted by Petco Grain Free All Life Stages Beef & Pea Formula Dry Dog Food 25 lbs.View deal
2.08$49.9924 lb1DryAll life stages—Chicken24 lbGrain-freeNewCanidaeCanidae All Life Stages Grain Free, Real Chicken & Potato, 24 lbView deal
2.12$52.9925 lb1DryAll life stages—Chicken25 lbGrain-freeNewWholeHeartedWholeHearted by Petco Grain Free All Life Stages Chicken & Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food 25 lbs.View deal
2.13$31.9915 lb1DryAll life stages—Salmon15 lbNewDiamond NaturalsDiamond Naturals Skin & Coat Puppy, Adult & Senior Dry Dog Food Salmon 15lbView deal
2.22$59.9927 lb1DryAll life stages—Chicken27 lbHigh proteinNewCanidaeCanidae All Life Stages High Protein, Chicken, Turkey, Lamb & Fish, 27 lbView deal
2.22$59.9927 lb1DryAll life stages—Salmon27 lbHigh proteinNewCanidaeCanidae All Life Stages High Protein, Real Salmon & Ancient Grains, 27 lbView deal
2.33$69.9830 lb1DryAll life stages—Beef30 lbGrain-freeNewNutrenaNutrena Loyall Life All Life Stages Dog Food, Grain Free Beef with Sweet Potato, 30 lbsView deal
2.56$76.7930 lb1DryAll life stages—Lamb30 lbNewExclusiveExclusive | Signature All Life Stages Lamb & Brown Rice Comfort Care | Dog Food | (30 Pound (30 lb.) Bag)View deal
2.67$79.9930 lb1DryAll life stages—Lamb30 lbNewExclusiveExclusive | Dog Food for All Life Stages | Lamb and Brown Rice Recipe | Nutritionally Complete - 30 Pound (30 lb.) BagView deal
2.67$24.9912 × 12.5 oz (9.4 lb)12WetAll life stages——0.78 lbVariety packNewWholeHeartedWholeHearted by Petco Plus Wet Dog Food Variety Pack for All Life Stages 12.5 oz. Count of 12View deal
2.72$10.884 lb1DryAll life stages—Chicken4 lbSensitive stomachNewJinxJinx Premium Dry Dog Food, for All Lifestages - Real Chicken, Brown Rice & Sweet Potato Kibble with Superfoods for Immune Support & Probiotics for Digestive Support - No Fillers - 4lbView deal
2.73$40.9515 lb1DryAll life stagesSmall breedBeef15 lbNewNextNext Level Super Premium Dog Food – HI-PRO Puppy – Dry Kibble for Dogs for Small Breeds at All Life Stages – 28% Protein, Beef, Pork, Fish, Chicken with Gluten Free Grains (15 Pound (Pack of 1))View deal
2.82$78.9028 lb1DryAll life stages—Beef28 lbHigh proteinNewOtherNature's Select High Protein Beef & Rice Recipe, Dry Dog Food, All Life Stages (28 lbs)View deal
2.97$88.9930 lb1DryAll life stages—Chicken30 lbNewInfiniaInfinia | All Life Stages Dog Chicken & Brown Rice Comfort Care Digestive Dog Food | 30 Pound (30 LB) BagView deal
2.99$27.9912 × 12.5 oz (9.4 lb)12WetAll life stages—Lamb0.78 lbGrain-freeNewEvanger'sEvanger's Heritage Classic Lamb & Rice Dinner Dog Food – 12 Count, 12.5 oz Each – Gluten & Grain Free, Complete Balanced Diet for All Life Stages – Wet Dog FoodView deal
3.00$14.995 lb1DryAll life stages—Salmon5 lbNewCanidaeCanidae All Life Stages, Real Salmon & Ancient Grains, 5 lbView deal
3.00$89.9930 lb1DryAll life stages——30 lbHigh proteinNewMaximumMaximum Bully - All Life Stage Performance Dog Food. High Protein 32% - High Fat 22%. 30lb Bag.View deal
3.57$83.9823.5 lb1DryAll life stages—Salmon23.5 lbGrain-freeNewHealthHealth Extension Grain Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food - 30+ Superfoods and Probiotics for All Life Stages (23.5 lb)View deal
3.59$78.9922 lb1DryAll life stages—Lamb22 lbNewOtherGo! Solutions Skin + Coat Care Lamb Dry Dog Food with Grains, Chicken-Free, Healthy Kibble with Omega-3s & 6s for Soft, Shiny Fur, for Puppies, Adults, & Seniors, 22 lb BagView deal
3.64$34.0912 × 12.5 oz (9.4 lb)12WetAll life stages—Beef0.78 lbGrain-free Limited ingredientNewEvanger'sEvanger's Super Beef Dinner for Dogs – 12 Count, 12.5 oz Each – Grain Free Wet Dog Food with Spinach & Kale – All Life Stages – Limited Ingredient DietView deal
3.75$29.998 lb1DryAll life stages—Beef8 lbNewTaste of the WildTaste of the Wild Prey Angus Beef Puppy, Adult & Senior Dry Dog Food 8lbView deal
3.99$39.4912 × 13.2 oz (9.9 lb)12WetAll life stages—Chicken0.83 lbNewVictorVICTOR Chicken and Rice Pate Wet Adult & Puppy Dog Food - 12 x 13.2 oz CansView deal
3.99$39.4912 × 13.2 oz (9.9 lb)12WetAll life stages—Lamb0.83 lbNewVictorVICTOR Lamb and Rice Pate Wet Adult & Puppy Dog Food - 12 x 13.2 oz CansView deal
4.00$15.994 lb1DryAll life stages—Chicken4 lbHigh proteinNewCanidaeCanidae All Life Stages High Protein, Chicken, Turkey, Lamb & Fish, 4 lbView deal
4.05$39.4812 × 13 oz (9.8 lb)12WetAll life stages—Lamb0.81 lbNewCanidaeCanidae All Life Stages Wet Dog Food, Lamb & Rice, 13 oz, 12 PackView deal
4.05$88.9922 lb1DryAll life stages—Turkey22 lbGrain-free Limited ingredient Sensitive stomachNewOtherGo! Solutions Sensitivities Limited Ingredient Turkey Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, Chicken-Free Kibble Made by Experts for Sensitive Stomachs & Food Allergies, for Puppies, Adults, & Seniors, 22 lb BagView deal
4.35$17.404 lb1DryAll life stages—Salmon4 lbGrain-freeNewGYCOGYCO Wild & Free Salmon & Pea Recipe Dry Dog Food, Grain-Free, 4 lbs - Dry Dog Food for Dogs of All Life Stages - No Added Corn, Wheat, Or SoyView deal
4.50$17.994 lb1DryAll life stages—Chicken4 lbGrain-free Sensitive stomachNewOtherDr. Gary’s Best Breed Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, Chicken & Duck for Sensitive Stomach & Skin, All Life Stages, Farmer’s Recipe, 4 lb BagView deal
4.91$47.8812 × 13 oz (9.8 lb)12WetAll life stages—Chicken0.81 lbNewCanidaeCanidae All Life Stages Wet Dog Food, Chicken & Rice, 13 oz, 12 PackView deal
4.91$26.995.5 lb1DehydratedAll life stagesLarge breedChicken5.5 lbHigh proteinNewBullyBully Max Wet Dog Food for Adults & Puppies - Dehydrated High Protein Instant Fresh Soft Dog Food with Chicken - Healthy Muscle Growth for Small & Large Breeds - 2 Dry Pounds (Makes 5.5 lbs. Wet Food)View deal
5.03$23.946 × 12.7 oz (4.8 lb)6WetAll life stages—Beef0.79 lbNewCanidaeCanidae All Life Stages, Beef & Vegetable, 12.7 oz, 6 PackView deal
5.12$81.9516 lb1DryAll life stagesLarge breedChicken16 lbHigh protein Weight controlNewBullyBully Max Pro 2X High Calorie & High Protein Dry Dog Food for Puppy & Adult Dogs - Healthy Weight Gain & Muscle Building for Small & Large Breeds - Slow-Cooked, 600 Calories/Cup, Chicken Flavor, 16lb.View deal
5.50$65.9912 lb1DryAll life stages—Lamb12 lbGrain-free Limited ingredient Sensitive stomachNewOtherGo! Solutions Sensitivities Limited Ingredient Lamb Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, Chicken-Free Kibble Made by Experts for Sensitive Stomachs & Food Allergies, for Puppies, Adults, & Seniors, 12 lb BagView deal
5.56$22.244 lb1DryAll life stagesSmall breedBeef—NewNextNext Level Super Premium Dog Food – HI-PRO Puppy – Dry Kibble for Dogs for Small Breeds at All Life Stages – 28% Protein, Beef, Pork, Fish, Chicken with Gluten Free GrainsView deal
5.59$27.955 lb1DryAll life stagesLarge breedChicken5 lbHigh proteinNewBullyBully Max High Protein High Calorie Dog Food 30/20 Formula - 535 Cal/Cup for Muscle & Weight Gain - Small & Large Breeds & All Life Stages - No Corn Soy or Wheat, Made in USA, Chicken Flavor, 5 lb BagView deal
5.78$28.905 lb1DryAll life stages—Chicken5 lbGrain-free Sensitive stomachNewSupremeeSupremee Sourcee Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, Recipe with Seaweed Superfood, All Life Stages, Complete Nutrition, No Corn Soy or Fillers, Natural Digestive Support Kibble (5 lbs, Chicken)View deal
6.25$24.994 lb1DryAll life stages—Salmon4 lbGrain-free High proteinNewOtherGrain Free Salmon Dry Dog Food, 4lb Bag - High Protein, All AgesView deal
6.50$25.994 lb1DryAll life stages—Beef4 lbHigh proteinNewOtherNatural Farm High Protein Dry Dog Food for All Life Stages with Collagen, Every Bag Contains 70% Beef & Pork and 30% Ancient Super Food Grains, Complete and Balanced Nutrition, 4 Lbs. BagView deal
7.87$31.494 lb1DryAll life stagesSmall breedTurkey4 lbGrain-free Limited ingredient Sensitive stomachNewNuloNulo All Natural Dog Food: Freestyle Limited Plus Grain Free Puppy & Adult Small Breed Dry Dog Food - Limited Ingredient Diet for Digestive Health - Allergy Sensitive Non GMO Turkey Recipe - 4 lb BagView deal
8.74$34.974 lb1DryAll life stagesLarge breedChicken4 lbHigh protein Weight controlNewBullyBully Max Pro 2X High Calorie & High Protein Dry Dog Food for Puppy & Adult Dogs - Healthy Weight Gain & Muscle Building for Small & Large Breeds - Slow-Cooked, 600 Calories/Cup, Chicken Flavor, 4lb.View deal
9.80$97.9910 lb1TopperAll life stages—Chicken10 lbNewThe Honest KitchenThe Honest Kitchen Wholemade Whole Grain Chicken & Duck Recipe, Human Grade Dehydrated Dog Food with Bone Broth, Dry or Wet Topper for Puppies & Adults Dogs, Just Add Water, 10 lb Box Makes 40 lbsView deal
9.99$19.992 lb1FreshAll life stages——2 lbNewPawCoPawCo InstaBites, Premium Fresh Dog Food Alternative - Vet Formulated for All Life Stages, Plant-Based, Shelf-Stable, 2lb BagView deal
11.68$21.9010 × 3 oz (1.9 lb)10WetAll life stagesSmall breed—0.19 lbGrain-free Variety packNewTiki DogTiki Dog Petites Grain Free, Variety Pack, Nutrient Dense Meat, Wet Dog Food for Small Breed Dogs and All Life Stages, 3 oz. Cans, Pack of 10View deal
26.66$24.9915 oz1TopperAll life stages——0.94 lbNewSmartSmart Cookie Natural Dog Food Topper - Veggie - Dog Meal Mixer for All Ages - Vegan Food Topper for Picky Eaters and Boosting Nutrition - Non GMO, Made in The USA - 15 oz Bag (30 Day Supply)View deal
39.98$19.998 oz1TopperAll life stages—Beef0.5 lbGrain-freeNewOtherNatural Farm Freeze-Dried Red Meat Morsels for Dogs – 96% Raw Beef, Organs & Pork, Complete Meal or Food Topper, Grain-Free, Gluten-Free, Probiotics for Digestion, All Life Stages – 8oz BagView deal

Price charts

Value map: pack size against price

$0$5$10$15$20010203040Larger packs, lower price per lbWeight of one pack (lb)Price per lb

Each dot is one listing; 2 are off the chart (priced above $20.00/lb). 53 of 54 listings state a pack weight. Among listings at or above the median pack weight (12 lb), the cheapest is DIAMOND NATURALS Puppy, Adult & Senior Dry Dog Food, Chicken & Rice, 40lb at $1.17/lb.

Price per lb by bag size

$0$5$105 lb$5.5915 lb$2.7324 lb$3.5730 lb$2.3340 lb$1.70

40 lb listings have the lowest median price per lb here ($1.70, from 5 listings). Bag sizes with fewer than 3 listings are left out.

How prices are spread

02040Median $3.58$10$20Price per lbListings

Half of the 54 listings cost between $2.22 and $5.12 per lb; the median is $3.58. A listing in the left-hand bars is cheap for this category.

Price per lb by main protein

$0$5$10ChickenBeefLambSalmon

Lamb has the lowest median ($2.99/lb) and Chicken the highest ($3.99/lb). Proteins with fewer than 5 listings are left out.

How to choose all life stages dog food

What to look for

  • Label wording: all life stages appears in the listing title.
  • Breed size: check size labels such as large breed.
  • Food type: use the filter for dry or wet.
  • Bag size: larger bags cost less per pound.
  • Your dog's own needs come first: age, size, activity, allergies and health conditions all affect what suits a dog, so talk to your vet about diet before you change foods.

Suits

Households with dogs of different ages who want one food.

May not suit

You want a formula made for one life stage.

All life stages price snapshot

Price per lb by weight

WeightListingsCheapestMedian
5 lb4$3.00$5.25
15 lb3$2.13$2.73
24 lb6$2.00$2.84
30 lb12$1.47$2.28
40 lb5$1.17$1.70

Most listed brands

BrandListingsCheapestMedian
Canidae12$1.62$2.22
WholeHearted5$1.70$2.00
Bully4$4.91$5.36
Diamond Naturals3$1.17$1.47

Quick facts

  • Middle 80% of prices: $1.79 to $8.74 per lb
  • Typical listing: 11 lb for $42.47
  • 21 brands with listings here
  • Median pack size: 12 lb (53 listings state one)
  • 91% of listings name a main protein
  • 33% are labeled grain-free
  • 7% are labeled limited ingredient
  • 4% are variety packs

How All life stages compares

CategoryListingsCheapestMedianvs All life stages
All life stages (this page)54$1.17$3.58—
Adult410$0.56$3.75+5%
Puppy239$0.87$3.84+7%
Senior117$1.57$3.45−4%
Dry kibble1337$0.56$3.41−5%
Wet / canned447$1.21$4.86+36%
All dog food2,095$0.56$4.17+16%

Median price per lb across current listings. "vs" shows each row's median against All life stages.

Frequently asked questions

What does all life stages mean on dog food?

The label says the food meets AAFCO nutrient levels for all life stages, including growth. Some carry an 'except for growth of large size dogs' note, so read the statement on the label and ask your vet if you are unsure.

Is all life stages dog food cheaper?

The median is $3.58 per lb against $4.17 for all dog food in our listings. Food type affects this, so use the Food type filter.

How much does all life stages dog food cost per lb?

Across 54 listings, the middle 80% range from about $1.79 to $8.74 per lb, with a median of $3.58. Prices change often, so check the current price on Amazon before you buy.

What is the cheapest all life stages dog food per lb right now?

At the last update it is DIAMOND NATURALS Puppy, Adult & Senior Dry Dog Food, Chicken & Rice, 40lb, at $1.17 per lb. The cheapest listing is not always the right buy, so compare pack size, food type and the label.