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Ingredients
32 listed by weight, heaviest first · tap any ingredient for its research notes
10 beneficial4 contextual19 standard ingredientsWhat do these mean? ▾
Beneficial. Linked to benefits in published research. Tiers show evidence strength.
Restricted or banned. Restricted or banned by a regulator in at least one country.
Under research review. Being studied or re-evaluated by researchers or regulators.
Contextual. Not flagged, but there is a note worth reading.
Standard. Everyday components like vitamins and minerals.
Not yet classified. Not in our dictionary yet. Always still listed.
Counts include what's inside compound entries like vitamin premixes, so they can add up to more than the label's ingredient count.
1ChickenNamed single-species whole meat▾
● Beneficial (well-established)Whole meat from a named animal species. Both the species and the form are identified, which supports traceability and allergy checking. Published nutrition references associate named whole meats with high protein quality.Sources: AAFCO 2024 · NRC 2006 · Amino acid bioavailability studies
2Fish BrothUnnamed fish / fish derivatives▾
● Contextual noteA fish ingredient where the species is not named (for example 'fish', 'ocean fish' or 'fish derivatives'). Naming the species would give fuller disclosure of the source.Sources: Label transparency
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9Dried Chicory RootFOS (fructo-oligosaccharides)▾
● Beneficial (supported)A prebiotic fibre associated with gut microbiome support in published studies. Promotes beneficial bacteria growth.Sources: Swanson et al. 2002
10Guar Gum▾
● Contextual noteThickener and stabiliser used in wet food. Generally regarded as safe at low levels. May cause digestive discomfort (gas, loose stool) at higher concentrations in some animals.Sources: EFSA 2017
11Potassium Chloride▾
Guaranteed analysis
as fed · compared to AAFCO adult cat maintenance minimums
✓Labelled complete and balanced (no recognised standard cited)
Protein8.5%AAFCO min 26% DM
Fat1.35%AAFCO min 9% DM
Fibre1.5%no AAFCO reference
Moisture85%no AAFCO reference
Values as declared by the manufacturer (as fed). AAFCO minimums are published on a dry-matter basis and converted using the declared moisture before comparison; the comparison is shown for context only. Consult your vet for diet decisions.
Brand transparency
Wellness · what the manufacturer discloses, not a rating
Recall historyon record2012: Limited recall of specific wet dog food lots (US). No AU-specific recalls.
AS5812 accreditationnot confirmed
PFIAA membershipnot confirmed
Quality certificationsconfirmedSQF
Parent companydisclosedWellness Pet Company (Clearlake Capital)
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Customer reviews
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● Standard ingredientWater used in processing; contributes to the declared moisture content.
4Chicken LiverNamed organ meats▾
● Beneficial (well-established)Organ meat from a named animal species, with both the species and the organ identified. Published nutrition references describe named organ meats (e.g. chicken liver, beef heart) as nutrient-dense, naturally rich in vitamins A and B12, iron, copper, and folate. Where the label names only the organ (e.g. "liver"), the animal species is not identified.Sources: NRC 2006 · Nutritional composition data
5Tapioca StarchTapioca / tapioca starch▾
● Contextual noteA carbohydrate source that provides energy but limited micronutrients.Sources: NRC 2006
6Sunflower Oil▾
● Standard ingredientA named plant oil providing energy and fatty acids.
7Tricalcium PhosphateDicalcium phosphate▾
● Standard ingredientA standard added calcium and phosphorus (mineral) supplement.
8Marine Microalgae Oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols)1 components▾
● Beneficial (emerging)A plant-based source of DHA omega-3 derived from microalgae (often Schizochytrium sp.). Provides DHA without fish-derived ingredients.Sources: Algal oil DHA bioavailability studies
The label lists this premix's contents, each piece classified on its own:
● Standard ingredientA standard added potassium (mineral) supplement.
12Salt▾
● Contextual noteAn essential mineral present in all pet food. Flag only when appearing high on the ingredient list.Sources: NRC 2006
13TaurineTaurine (supplemental)▾
● Beneficial (well-established)Taurine is an essential amino acid for cats. Deficiency can cause serious health consequences including dilated cardiomyopathy, central retinal degeneration, and reproductive failure.Sources: Pion et al. 1987 · NRC 2006 · Freeman et al. 2018Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.
14Magnesium SulfateMagnesium oxide▾
● Standard ingredientA standard added magnesium (mineral) supplement.
15Choline Chloride▾
● Standard ingredientCholine chloride: a standard added nutrient for normal cell and nerve function.
16Vitamin E SupplementVitamin E▾
● Standard ingredientA standard added vitamin with antioxidant function.
● Beneficial (supported)A chelated zinc form associated with better bioavailability and skin/coat health benefits.Sources: NRC 2006Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.
18Thiamine MononitrateThiamine▾
● Standard ingredientThiamine (vitamin B1): a standard added B vitamin.
19Niacin▾
● Standard ingredientNiacin (vitamin B3): a standard added B vitamin.
20Iron ProteinateChelated / organic minerals▾
● Beneficial (supported)Chelated (organic) mineral forms are associated with better bioavailability compared to inorganic forms in published research.Sources: Spears 1996 · NRC 2006Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.
21Copper ProteinateChelated / organic minerals▾
● Beneficial (supported)Chelated (organic) mineral forms are associated with better bioavailability compared to inorganic forms in published research.Sources: Spears 1996 · NRC 2006Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.
● Beneficial (supported)Chelated (organic) mineral forms are associated with better bioavailability compared to inorganic forms in published research.Sources: Spears 1996 · NRC 2006Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.
23Vitamin A SupplementVitamin A▾
● Standard ingredientA standard added vitamin involved in vision and immune function.
24Pyridoxine HydrochlorideVitamin B6▾
● Standard ingredientVitamin B6 (pyridoxine): a standard added B vitamin.
25d-Calcium PantothenatePantothenic acid▾
● Standard ingredientPantothenic acid (vitamin B5): a standard added B vitamin.
26Riboflavin SupplementRiboflavin▾
● Standard ingredientRiboflavin (vitamin B2): a standard added B vitamin.
27Sodium Selenite▾
● Standard ingredientA standard added selenium (mineral) supplement.
28Folic Acid▾
● Standard ingredientFolic acid (vitamin B9): a standard added B vitamin.
29Potassium IodideCalcium iodate▾
● Standard ingredientA standard added iodine (mineral) supplement.
30Biotin▾
● Standard ingredientBiotin (vitamin B7): a standard added B vitamin.
31Vitamin B12 SupplementVitamin B12▾
● Standard ingredientVitamin B12: a standard added B vitamin.
32Vitamin D3 SupplementVitamin D3▾
● Standard ingredientA standard added vitamin involved in calcium metabolism and bone health.
