Nulo Frontrunner Ancient Grains Beef, Barley, & Lamb Recipe High-Protein Adult Dry Dog Food, 25-lb bag

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  • This recipe features 77% animal-based protein paired with low-glycemic ancient grains like barley & oats to fuel all breeds.
  • This premium dry dog food provides the ideal amino acid profile for strong muscles, sustained energy, and an active lifestyle.
  • Formulated with BC30 probiotics and natural fiber, this kibble promotes appetite satisfaction, gut balance, and immune support for your furry friend.
  • The inclusion of taurine and omegas -3 and -6 helps support heart health, brain function, and a shiny coat—fueling your furbaby from the inside out.
  • Feel good knowing this food is made without corn, potatoes, soy, or legumes and has no artificial preservatives.

Ingredient Information

Feeding Instructions

Learn More About Nulo From Our Team of Experts

Fuel Your Dog’s Inner Athlete

Nulo Frontrunner offers grain-inclusive dry dog foods made with a high proportion of animal-based protein. Frontrunner recipes are formulated using low glycemic ancient grains like oats and millet as a whole-food carbohydrate source.

Compare the Top Ingredients

77% of the protein in Frontrunner comes from animal sources, which provide your dog with the ideal amino acid profile. Compare that with the brand you're currently feeding and see the difference.

Nutritional Principles Set Nulo Apart

High Animal-Based Protein

All Nulo recipes contain high levels of animal-based protein derived from meat, poultry, and fish to support a healthy heart and lean muscles.

Low In Carbohydrates

All Nulo recipes are low in carbohydrates, using ingredients like spelt, lentils, and sweet potatoes to provide lasting energy and promote lean body mass.

Nulo Sweats The Small Stuff

Low Glycemic Ingredients

All Nulo recipes contain low glycemic ingredients, and they choose responsible sources of carbohydrates to provide stable energy levels.

Advanced Probiotics

Nulo is proud to use GanedenBC30—a natural probiotic with a protective spore casing, ensuring viability to the digestive tract—to support gut health.

About Nulo

Nulo was founded on the principle that our pets are at their best when they are fueled with the right selection of ingredients—functional, delicious, and nutritious. That’s why some of the best athletes in the world choose Nulo for their best friends.

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Questions & Answers

13 Customer Questions


Made in USA and are ingredients from USA.

Answer by ChewyFeb 02, 2021
This food is made in the USA. Nulo's meat, poultry, and fish are sourced from North America, with the exception of some of their duck (France), lamb (Australia & New Zealand), and wild-caught fish (regions can vary based on the migratory path of the wild population). Their fruits, vegetables, vitamins, and minerals are sourced in North America as well as regions throughout the world, but are always traced and required to meet strict safety and quality standards. None of Nulo’s ingredients are sourced from China, with the exception of select vitamin supplements that can only be sourced from there.

What size is the kibble. I have small breed dogs with some missing teeth. They would need something pretty small.

Answer by ChewyAug 07, 2020
Three pieces of kibble bunched together are roughly the same size as a penny. Check out the photo below.

How much protein comes from meat?

Answer by ChewyAug 28, 2020
For Nulo Frontrunner formulas, 77% of the protein comes from animal sources (meat).

What percentage of this food is carbs?

Answer by ChewyMar 10, 2022
This food has a Carbohydrate percentage of 35.85% as fed and 39.62% on a dry matter basis.

4.5
Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
402 Ratings

Customers Mention

Chewy identifies key considerations with the help of artificial intelligence and our veterinarians.

Digestibility

83% Positive

Ingredients

85% Positive

Nutritional Value

86% Positive

Palatability

79% Positive

154 Customer Reviews



Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Kimber on Mar 17, 2026

Dogs did not like it

I have 4 dogs of different breeds and size and not one would eat this food. I ended up donating the food and replacing it with a food I know they love.

I have 4 dogs of different breeds and size and not one would eat this food. I ended up donating the food and replacing it with a food I know they love.


Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Kathleen on Feb 23, 2026

Good, but nut best

He liked the food and the cost was reasonable but I was not satisfied with the consistency or amount of stool he was producing.

He liked the food and the cost was reasonable but I was not satisfied with the consistency or amount of stool he was producing.


Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Kathy on Mar 18, 2026

Change in size of food

Did they change the size in food for this product - it looks really small

Did they change the size in food for this product - it looks really small


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Virginia on Dec 16, 2025

I didn't have to drive 50 miles to get dogfood!

I'm so glad you carry the brand of dog food that I feed my dog. It's a competitive price with my not so local feed store (55 miles away) Free shipping made it

I'm so glad you carry the brand of dog food that I feed my dog. It's a competitive price with my not so local feed store (55 miles away) Free shipping made it a plus, plus!


Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Lorraine on Nov 4, 2025

misnomer

I ordered this based on the name: Beef Barley and Lamb. After a few feedings, I cauld tell it didn't agree with Gracie who is allergic/intolerant to chicken.

I ordered this based on the name: Beef Barley and Lamb. After a few feedings, I cauld tell it didn't agree with Gracie who is allergic/intolerant to chicken. The SECOND ingredient in Beef Barley and Lamb is chicken, :(


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Shauna on Feb 3, 2026

Bad batch?

This product that I usually buy, made my dog sick. Not sure if it was a bad batch.

This product that I usually buy, made my dog sick. Not sure if it was a bad batch.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Thomas on Mar 6, 2026

Dogs love it

One of mine was very picky. Didn’t always eat. Not anymore.

One of mine was very picky. Didn’t always eat. Not anymore.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Steve on Apr 1, 2026

Nice quality food

Our dog loves this food and is thriving on it

Our dog loves this food and is thriving on it


Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Stacey on Feb 25, 2026

I believe its taste good

My dog got alot of gas once I started feeding him this food.

My dog got alot of gas once I started feeding him this food.


Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Gudrun on Jan 16, 2026

Have to rethink. Dogs getting tired of it.

They loved it in the beginning but now not so much. Will have to find another brand

They loved it in the beginning but now not so much. Will have to find another brand