Free
For quick, evidence-backed product checks.
- Scan product barcodes
- See the PetRoot Score and evidence quality
- Explore ingredients and nutrition details
- Create pet profiles
PetRoot: Pet Food Scanner for Dogs & Cats
Know what’s in their bowl
PetRoot is a pet food scanner app for iPhone. Scan dog and cat food, treats and toppers to see how they score. PetFit checks them against your pet’s allergies and health conditions.
Get PetRootFree on iPhone. Coming soon to Android.
The front of the bag is written to sell. PetRoot reads the rest.
Scan a barcode, search by name, or browse a growing catalog of more than 5,000 scored dog and cat foods, treats, and toppers. Every PetRoot Score is calculated from product evidence, not generated by AI, and brands can’t buy, alter, or influence it.
See what goes into a PetRoot score- Every ingredient, in order
Not just the ones pictured on the front.
- Checked against its category
Foods, treats, and toppers each face the standards for what they’re meant to do.
Rules by category - Grounded in research
Informed by AAFCO and WSAVA guidance and more than 200 peer-reviewed studies.
Browse the reading list - Checked against your pet
PetFit flags allergies, sensitivities, and breed considerations.
How PetFit works
A good score is only part of the answer
The PetRoot Score measures the product itself. PetFit is separate: it checks the product against your pet’s allergies, sensitivities, and medical conditions and flags potential conflicts.
PetFit also considers preferences you select and surfaces breed- or ancestry-related tendencies that may be worth discussing with your veterinarian.
Stay informed about recalls
Save the products a pet currently uses to their profile. If an FDA recall affects one of them, PetRoot can send you a push notification.
Questionable fitfor Ralph
1 to watch2 clear
Worth watching
Breed & ancestry
Ralph’s Goldendoodle profile includes Poodle ancestry. This dry recipe is low in moisture, a urinary-health consideration worth discussing with his veterinarian.
Moisture 10% maximum
Checked and clear
Chicken allergy
Checked for chicken
Life stage
Spot is always there to help
Spot can recommend products, explain scores and ingredients, compare options, and answer common safety questions about human foods, houseplants, and more.
Ralph is bored with his current treats. What should we try next?
Try Meadowtail Salmon & Pumpkin Bites. They received a PetRoot Score of 83, with positive marks for complementary protein and amino acid structure, as well as minimally processed starch ingredients.
They’re also chicken-free, so they avoid the allergy trigger saved in Ralph’s profile. Want me to show you a few more options?
Meadowtail Salmon & Pumpkin BitesDog treats · Chicken-free83GreatThe power of Plus
Barcode scanning is free for all users. Upgrade to Plus for unlimited search and browsing, personalized recommendations, and more.
PetRoot Plus
Includes everything in Free:
- Search by product, brand, or UPC
- Ask Spot with your pet’s profile in context
- Get PetFit guidance and unlimited pet profiles
- Receive priority review for new product submissions
Practical, evidence-based pet care
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Rooted in better health
Available now on iOS, coming soon to Android.
Download on theApp StoreComing soon onGoogle Play
