Acana Classic Prairie Dog Food with Poultry and Ancient Grains

Acana Classic Prairie: Champion Petfoods quality with ancient grains, affordable price

The Acana Classic Prairie food is Acana's entry-level range, with one special feature: it contains ancient grains (pearled barley, oats, oatmeal) rather than being grain-free. A more affordable option for owners who want Champion Petfoods quality with a grain-inclusive recipe. Fresh chicken (21%) + chicken meal (20%) at the forefront, added taurine, marine omega-3s.

Why choose Acana Classics Prairie?

• Fresh chicken (21%) + chicken meal (20%) top of the list
• With whole ancient grains : pearl barley, oat groats, whole oats
• No wheat, no corn, no soy, no by-products
• Taurine 400 mg/kg : cardiac support
• Chicken fat (8%) for energy
• Fish oil (1%) : marine omega-3s for skin and coat
• Prebiotics and fiber for good digestion
• Antioxidants and vitamin C for immune function
• Fresh vegetables and fruit : pumpkin, butternut squash, carrots, apples, pears
• Superfoods : cranberries, blueberries, serviceberries
• Functional botanicals : turmeric, milk thistle, burdock, marshmallow, rosehip
• Made in Canada by Champion Petfoods (Alberta)
• Accessible price : entry-level Acana

To whom is this recipe addressed?

• Healthy adult dogs, all sizes
• Owners who prefer a recipe with grains quality
• Dogs that tolerate grain recipes better (more formed stools, more stable digestion)
• Owners who want Champion Petfoods quality at a more affordable price
• Dogs transitioning from a standard industrial brand (Iams, Pedigree, Royal Canin mainstream)

Featured ingredients

Fresh chicken + chicken meal

Fresh chicken (21%) as the first ingredient + chicken meal (20%) = 41% poultry in total.

Whole ancient grains

Pearl barley, oat groats, whole oats: nutritious ancient grains, rich in fiber and B vitamins.

Chicken fat (8%)

Energy source for the daily activity of the adult dog.

Fish oil

1% fish oil provides marine omega-3s (DHA, EPA) for the skin, coat, and heart.

Vegetables, fruits and superfoods

Pumpkin, butternut squash, carrots, apples, pears, zucchini, kale, spinach, cranberries, blueberries, serviceberries. Superfoods at the end of the list for antioxidants and immune function.

Complete list of ingredients

Fresh chicken (21%), chicken meal (20%), pearled barley, whole peas, oatmeal, chicken fat (8%), whole oats, chickpea fiber, fish oil (1%), potassium chloride, dried kelp, salt, dried chicory root, fresh whole pumpkin, fresh whole butternut squash, fresh whole carrots, fresh whole apples, fresh whole pears, fresh whole zucchini, fresh kale, fresh spinach, fresh turnip greens, fresh beet greens, whole cranberries, whole blueberries, whole serviceberries, turmeric, milk thistle, burdock root, lavender, marshmallow root, rosehip.

Additives (per kg): Choline chloride 700 mg, taurine 400 mg, zinc proteinate 88 mg, copper proteinate 11 mg, B-complex vitamins, vitamin A 6,000 IU, vitamin D3 800 IU, vitamin E 330 IU, vitamin C 0.15 mg. Zootechnical additive: Enterococcus faecium 1×10⁹ CFU.

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

Daily Feeding Guide

Frequently Asked Questions

My dog is allergic to wheat, can he eat Acana Classic?

Yes. Acana Classic does not contain no wheat, no corn, no soy. The beans used are thepearl barley, oat groats and whole oats, rarely responsible for allergies. If your dog is allergic to grains in general, take a look instead at the range Acana Heritage (with no added grain).

Acana Classics Prairie vs Acana Heritage Adult?

Classic Prairie: with ancient grains, more affordable (25,99 to 97,99 $). Adult Heritage: no added grainmore protein variety, slightly more expensive. Choose according to your preference for grains and your budget.

Why is there less animal protein than in Heritage?

Acana Classics has a slightly more modest protein ratio than Heritage, which makes the recipe more affordable. The profile remains excellent for the vast majority of healthy dogs, with a solid protein variety (chicken + fish oil).

My dog is transitioning from standard industrial food, is that a good choice?

Yes, it’s an excellent transitional step. Acana Classic offers a clear step up in quality compared with standard mass-market brands (Iams, Pedigree, Purina One), without a financial shock. If the transition goes well, we can then consider moving up to Heritage or Protein varieties.

Why shop at Sherbrooke Canin?

Acana Classics Prairie is our accessible premium choice for healthy dogs, for owners who prefer a recipe with quality grains. Our team can help you choose between Classics, Heritage, and Protein according to your budget and your dog's needs.

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