Kirkland Signature Nature’s Domain Dog Food Review








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Have you heard of Taste of the Wild?

If you shop at CostCo, then you may be surprised to know the Nature’s Domain “home brand” is actually made by Diamond Pet Foods who make Taste of the Wild.

Taste of the Wild is the more premium offering, but it has to be said Kirkland Signature Nature’s Domain is a very good option for your dog which is surprisingly affordable given the ingredients.

Kirkland Nature’s Domain review

Diamond Pet Foods who make Kirkland Signature Nature’s Domain are a big company known for producing decent dog foods (Taste of the Wild has a great reputation worldwide). It’s nice to see the brand available in Australia at CostCo outlets.

If your current dog food has a first ingredient which isn’t meat then throw it in the bin. The Kirkland Signature Nature’s Domain recipe has salmon as the first ingredient, which is a much better option for your dog.

The second ingredient is also salmon!

It’s a different form of salmon, in this case dried salmon meal, but that tells us this dog food really does have a focus on ingredients which will provide your dog with what they really need – protein from an animal source.

However, the next three ingredients will likely outweigh the salmon, and they’re sweet potato, potato, and peas.

These aren’t bad ingredients, and given the price of Kirkland Signature Nature’s Domain they are to be expected. It’s a balance of ingredients vs. cost, and it has to be said these are better ingredients for your dog than what we find in most dog foods for a similar price.

It’s also nice to have a mixture, and sweet potato is a good inclusion being low GI, full of fibre, vitamins, and antioxidants. I consider it one of the best “carbohydrate” ingredients used in a dog food. Potato not quite so much, but peas will add protein, fibre, vitamins, and minerals.

The minor inclusions of vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients are similar to what you would find in Taste of the Wild, and really round of the dog food.

All in all, Kirkland Signature Nature’s Domain comes across as a decent, well-balanced dog food, especially considering how affordable it is.

Recommended.

Further Ingredients Analysis

In regard to some of the comments on this page I’ve decided to give a breakdown of the vitamins and minerals included in Kirkland Signature Nature’s Domain to clarify the reason they’re included:

  • Flaxseed – Rich in omega-3 fatty acids for skin, coat, and anti-inflammatory benefits.
  • Salmon Oil – Excellent source of DHA & EPA for brain function, joint health, and a shiny coat.
  • Minerals (Zinc, Copper, Manganese, etc.) – Essential for immune function, metabolism, and strong bones.
  • DL-Methionine – An amino acid that supports urinary health and prevents certain bladder stones.
  • Vitamins (A, B, C, D, E, etc.) – Critical for vision, immunity, metabolism, and overall well-being.
  • Choline Chloride – Supports brain function, liver health, and muscle control.
  • Taurine – Vital for heart health, eye function, and overall vitality.
  • Blueberries & Raspberries – Packed with antioxidants that fight cell damage and boost immunity.
  • Dried Chicory Root – A natural prebiotic that promotes gut health and digestion.
  • Yucca Schidigera Extract – Helps reduce stool odour and supports joint health.
  • Probiotics (Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, Enterococcus, Bacillus subtilis) – Aid digestion, boost gut bacteria, and support immune function.

Ingredients

Ingredients of Nature’s Domain at CostCo (Salmon formula):

Salmon, Salmon Meal, Sweet Potatoes, Potatoes, Peas, Fish Meal, Canola Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Pea Flour, Dried Beet Pulp, Natural Flavour, Flaxseed, Salmon Oil, Salt, Minerals (Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Ferrous, Potassium, Selenium), DL-Methionine, Dicalcium Phosphate, Vitamins (A, B1, B2, B3, B6, B7, B9, B12, C, D, E), Choline Chloride, Taurine, Blueberries, Raspberries, Tomatoes, Dried Chicory Root, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Dried Lactobacillus plantarum fermentation product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium animalis Fermentation Product.

Guaranteed analysis

Guaranteed analysis of Nature’s Domain at CostCo (Salmon formula):

Protein (min) 24%
Fat (min) 14%
Crude Fibre (max) 4%
Carbohydrates * Estimated 44%
* May be estimated. Read how to calculate carbohydrates in a pet food.

7.5
Total Score

Considering Kirkland Signature Nature’s Domain is made by a manufacturer as reputable as Diamond Pet Foods (who make Taste of the Wild), this “home brand” of CostCo is a really good option when you take into account both the ingredients and affordability.

PROS

  • Decent ingredient selections
  • Well priced

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