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VeRUS vs. Fromm

In this comparison article for VeRUS vs Fromm, we'll highlight the key differences between these two pet food brands. To properly compare VeRUS and Fromm, we'll use up-to-date nutritional and price information.

There are many factors to consider when choosing the best pet food brand for your pet. Factors such as ingredient quality, guaranteed analysis, product safety, brand history, and cost are among the most important factors to consider.

Throughout this Fromm vs VeRUS comparison, we've utilized average data to make general comparisons. If you'd like to see individual product reviews, visit our VeRUS Review Page or Fromm Review Page.

Guaranteed Analysis: Fromm vs. VeRUS

According to AAFCO, all pet food labels must provide a guaranteed analysis of nutrient content. The analysis must provide guaranteed minimum percentages of crude protein and crude fat, and maximum percentages of crude fiber and moisture.

All percentages used in this comparison are averages reported on a dry matter basis.

VeRUS Dog Food vs. Fromm Dog Food

Dry Dog Food	VeRUS	Fromm
Crude Protein	25.6%	28.8%
Crude Fat	14.4%	16.5%
Crude Fiber	4.4%	6.8%

Wet/Canned Dog Food	VeRUS	Fromm
Crude Protein	39.2%	40.0%
Crude Fat	27.4%	21.0%
Crude Fiber	10.0%	6.9%

Crude Protein Comparison For Dog Food

Dogs require twenty-two amino acids to sustain life. Twelve of these amino acids are synthesized naturally, the remaining ten are consumed. Protein is the nutrient which provides some or all of these ten essential amino acids.

There is a small difference between the protein content of Fromm and VeRUS. We can see that Fromm guarantees about 3.20% more protein than VeRUS. For wet dog foods, Fromm and VeRUS provide roughly the same amount of protein.

Crude Fat Comparison For Dog Food

Fats are an absolutely vital component of a balanced canine diet. Not only do fats provide energy, but they also serve important roles in the normal development and function of your dog's body. For example, fats help dogs produce prostaglandins, which reduce inflammation among many other significant functions.

According to our average data, VeRUS typically provides less fat than Fromm. However, this difference is relatively small and doesn't represent a significant difference between the two brands. In addition, VeRUS wet dog foods also provide more fat than Fromm wet foods.

If you look at the average percentages of crude fiber, you'll notice that Fromm typically guarantees 2.41% more fiber. This is a fairly small difference between Fromm and VeRUS, but still worth mentioning. In addition, VeRUS wet dog foods also provide more fiber than Fromm wet foods.

VeRUS Cat Food vs. Fromm Cat Food

Dry Cat Food	VeRUS	Fromm
Crude Protein	35.6%	37.5%
Crude Fat	22.2%	19.0%
Crude Fiber	3.3%	6.0%

Wet/Canned Cat Food	VeRUS	Fromm
Crude Protein	44.4%	45.6%
Crude Fat	31.8%	22.4%
Crude Fiber	5.2%	6.9%

Crude Protein Comparison For Cat Food

Cats require twenty-two amino acids to sustain life. Eleven of these amino acids are synthesized naturally, the remaining eleven are consumed. Protein is the nutrient which provides some or all of these eleven essential amino acids.

There is a relatively insignificant difference between the crude protein content of the two brands. With regards to wet cat food, Fromm and VeRUS also provide roughly the same amount of crude protein.

Crude Fat Comparison For Cat Food

There are many ways in which dietary fat contributes to the overall health of our feline friends. Here is a short list of benefits provided by fats (not exhaustive):

Fats help with the digestion and absorption of fat-soluble vitamins
Reduce inflammation associated with arthritis
Slow the growth of yeast infections
Prevent or reduce the likelihood of certain heart problems.
Aid in the development of the retina and visual cortex.

According to our data, VeRUS guarantees 3.25% more fat than Fromm. Although this difference is relatively small, it's still a notable difference. In addition, VeRUS wet cat foods also provide more fat than Fromm wet foods.

VeRUS Pet Food Ingredients vs. Fromm Pet Food Ingredients

VeRUS and Fromm both use the following controversial ingredients in many of their products:

Pea Protein

Here are some of the controversial ingredients used only by VeRUS.

Tomato Pomace

Here are some of the controversial ingredients used only by Fromm.

Liver

Beet Pulp

Canola Oil

White Rice

Garlic Powder

Dried Tomato Pomace

We believe that certain pet food ingredients are linked to adverse health affects; these ingredients are classified as harmful.

Here are some of the harmful ingredients used only by VeRUS.

Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex

Product Safety: Recall History of VeRUS & Fromm?

According to our records, VeRUS has never been recalled.

Fromm has been recalled 2 times.

March 14, 2016: Incorrect Vitamins and Minerals
Oct. 1, 2021: elevated levels of Vitamin D

Price Comparison: Which Brand Is More Expensive?

Dry Dog Food	VeRUS	Fromm
Per Pound	$3.16	$2.77
Per Calorie	$0.0020	$0.0017

Wet Dog Food	VeRUS	Fromm
Per Pound	$4.57	$4.62
Per Calorie	$0.0093	$0.0119

Wet Cat Food	VeRUS	Fromm
Per Pound	$7.26	$7.32
Per Calorie	$0.0146	$0.0176

The average cost-per-lb is heavily influenced by the varying amounts of moisture present in each brand's food products (wet vs. dry food, dry vs. freeze-dried food, etc). However, the average cost-per-kcal eliminates the influence of moisture. Therefore, the average cost-per-kcal is the better metric to consider.

If you'd like to calculate the average cost-per-day or cost-pet-year of feeding VeRUS or Fromm, input your pet's weight into our cost analyzer widget.

Averages price data can identify whether or not there exists a significant price difference between two brands. However, the actual price that you'll pay for VeRUS or Fromm will depend on your shopping habits.

Pet owners who use our price comparison feature typically save more than 25% off retail prices for VeRUS and Fromm. In addition, we currently have some great coupons for our readers.

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Where To Buy VeRUS Pet Foods

You can purchase VeRUS pet foods from the following stores:

19 Recipes In-Stock Today

Where To Buy Fromm Pet Foods

You can purchase Fromm pet food products from these retailers:

120 Recipes In-Stock Today

17 Recipes In-Stock Today

Type Of Pet Foods Available

Product	VeRUS	Fromm
Dry Dog Food	8 Recipes	34 Recipes
Wet Dog Food	14 Recipes	41 Recipes
Dog Treats	None	18 Treats
Dry Cat Food	1 Recipes	13 Recipes
Wet Cat Food	13 Recipes	23 Recipes
Cat Treats	None	None