Acana - Limited Ingredient Duck & Pear Dry Dog Food
Description
TL;DR: Acana Limited Ingredient Duck & Pear is a grain-free, hypoallergenic dry dog food built around a single animal protein — duck — and paired with whole pears. It's designed for dogs with food sensitivities who do better on simpler recipes.
This limited-ingredient dog food keeps the formula short on purpose: duck is the only animal protein, and whole pears add gentle fibre and natural antioxidants. Fewer ingredients mean fewer variables when you're trying to identify what your dog tolerates.
Because the recipe is grain-free and free from common fillers, it suits dogs whose owners are managing intolerances or rotating away from chicken- and beef-based diets.
Key features
- Single animal protein: duck only
- Whole pears for gentle fibre and antioxidants
- Grain-free and hypoallergenic limited-ingredient recipe
- No fillers or gluten
- Supports sensitive digestion and skin and coat condition
- Available in 4 lb, 12 lb, and 24 lb bags
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Acana |
| Form | Dry dog food (kibble) |
| Primary protein | Duck |
| Diet type | Limited ingredient, grain-free, hypoallergenic |
| Bag sizes | 4 lb, 12 lb, 24 lb |
| Best for | Dogs with food sensitivities or intolerances |
Who is it for?
This dog food is a strong fit for adult dogs with known sensitivities to common proteins like chicken or beef, dogs prone to itchy skin or digestive upset, and owners who prefer feeding a short, recognizable ingredient list. Duck is a less-common protein in many households, which makes it useful as part of a novel-protein approach.
If you're comparing single-protein options, you may also like the Acana - Limited Ingredient Lamb & Apple Dry Dog Food or the Acana - Limited Ingredient Pork & Squash Dry Dog Food for protein rotation. For a duck-based recipe with grains and a focus on skin and coat, see the Go! Solutions - Skin + Coat Care Duck With Grains Dry Dog Food.
How should you transition to this dog dry food?
Transition gradually over 7 to 10 days, mixing increasing amounts of the new kibble with your dog's current food to help digestion adjust. Follow the feeding guide on the bag based on your dog's weight and activity level, and always provide fresh water.
Which size bag should you choose?
Choose from 4 lb, 12 lb, or 24 lb bags. The 4 lb is well suited to small dogs or as a trial size when introducing a new protein, while the 12 lb and 24 lb options offer better value for medium and large dogs feeding this recipe regularly.
Available for same-day pickup at our North York, Toronto storefront, or ships Canada-wide.

Acana - Limited Ingredient Duck & Pear Dry Dog Food
Frequently asked questions
Everything pet parents usually ask about this product.
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Is this dog food grain-free?
Yes. Acana Limited Ingredient Duck & Pear is grain-free, with no wheat, corn, or soy.
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What is the single protein source in this formula?
Duck is the sole animal protein source, which makes it suitable for owners managing protein sensitivities through a limited-ingredient diet.
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What bag sizes are available?
This formula comes in three sizes: 4 lb, 12 lb, and 24 lb.
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Is this suitable for dogs with food sensitivities?
It is formulated as a hypoallergenic, limited-ingredient recipe using duck and pear, which can support dogs prone to common protein or grain sensitivities. We recommend consulting your veterinarian before switching diets.
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Can I pick this up in Toronto?
Yes. Same-day pickup is available at our North York storefront, and we ship Canada-wide.