Acana Simple Duck and Pear Single-Protein Dog Food

Acana Simple Duck with Pear: limited-ingredient diet, single-protein duck

The Acana Singles Duck with Pear food is a recipe for limited ingredients (LID) for dogs with confirmed allergies or food sensitivities. One animal protein only: duck, in multiple forms (17% raw duck, 17% duck meal, 16% duck liver, 8% duck fat). No trace of chicken, beef, lamb, turkey, or fish (except fish oil for omega-3s). Without grains, without wheat, without corn, without soy. Elevated taurine (1,000 mg/kg). 3 sizes available. Made in Canada.

Why choose Acana Singles Duck with Pear?

• Single-protein duck : 58% duck in various forms (raw + meal + liver + fat)
• No chicken, beef, lamb, turkey : ideal for multiple allergies
• Limited plant-based base : chickpeas, lentils, sweet potato, pears, pumpkin
• Without grains, without wheat, without corn, without soy, without by-products
• Taurine 1,000 mg/kg : high level for heart support
• WholePrey Duck : generous amount of duck foie gras (16%)
• Fish oil (2%) : the only other animal source for omega-3s
• Fresh pears (4%) + dehydrated sweet potato (8%)
• Living probiotics : Enterococcus faecium for digestion
• Antioxidants : cranberries, blueberries, turmeric
• Made in Canada by Champion Petfoods
• 3 formats available : 1.8 kg, 5.4 kg, 10.8 kg

Who is this recipe for?

• Dogs with confirmed food allergies to chicken, beef, lamb, turkey
• Dogs on an elimination diet to identify the problematic protein
• Dogs with complex digestive sensitivities
• Dogs with itching or persistent skin problems
• Dogs that have never tried duck (uncommon protein in processed foods)
• Dogs that like recipes richer in fat (the duck is fatty and very tasty)

Key ingredients

Duck in various forms (58%)

Raw duck (17%), duck meal (17%), raw duck liver (16%), duck fat (8%). All animal proteins come from duck, except for the fish oil.

Pears + sweet potato

Fresh pears (4%), dehydrated sweet potato (8%), fresh pumpkin, butternut squash. Pears provide gentle fibre and polyphenols.

Chickpeas and lentils

Plant-based formula limited to two legumes, grain-free, and potato-free.

Fish oil (2%)

Only animal source other than duck. Provides marine omega-3s (DHA, EPA) for the skin, coat, and joints without introducing allergens.

Complete list of ingredients

Raw duck (17%), duck meal (17%), raw duck liver (16%), whole chickpeas, whole lentils, duck fat (8%), dehydrated sweet potato (8%), fresh pears (4%), lentil fibre, fish oil (2%), salt, dried kelp, fresh whole pumpkin, fresh whole butternut squash, dried chicory root, whole cranberries, whole blueberries, turmeric, milk thistle, burdock root, lavender, marshmallow root, rose hips.

Additives (per kg): Taurine 1 000 mg, choline chloride 1 050 mg, zinc proteinate 160 mg, copper proteinate 11 mg, B-complex vitamins, vitamin A 1 875 IU, vitamin D3 250 IU, vitamin E 150 IU. Zootechnical additive: Enterococcus faecium 1×10⁹ CFU.

Note: For the guaranteed analysis precise (% protein, fat, calcium, etc.), refer to the official label on the bag.

Daily Feeding Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I tell if my dog is allergic to duck?

A elimination diet is the most reliable method: you isolate a single protein (such as duck) for 8 to 12 weeks, eliminating everything else (including treats). If the symptoms disappear, you can reintroduce the other proteins one at a time to identify the culprit. To plan an elimination diet, contact our team.

Simple Duck vs Grasslands (which also contains duck)?

Grasslands combine duck, lamb, and turkey (multi-protein): excellent for dogs without specific allergies. Simple Duck is a LID recipe with duck as the ONLY source of animal protein (except fish oil). For a dog allergic to chicken and turkey, Simple Duck is safer.

The duck is fatty, is that a problem?

On the contrary, it's an advantage. Duck fat provides quality fatty acids and makes the recipe very palatable. For dogs that tend to gain weight, simply adjust the portions downward.

What format should you choose?

The format 5,4 kg the ideal mid-range option for medium-sized dogs. 1,8 kg for testing the recipe or for very small dogs. 10,8 kg for large breeds or if you buy them in bulk.

Why so much taurine (1,000 mg/kg)?

The taurine is an essential amino acid for heart function. Single-protein recipes can slightly reduce the diversity of naturally occurring amino acids, so Acana generously adds taurine to ensure the heart-supporting profile remains optimal.

Why buy from Sherbrooke Canin?

Acana Singles Duck is our premium choice for dogs with confirmed allergies or on an elimination diet. Our team can guide you through the elimination process and advise you on the first protein to try.

Any questions? Contact the Sherbrooke Canin team — we love to help!