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Dave’s Pet Food Naturally Healthy Grain-Free Grilled Tuna & Shrimp Dinner in Gravy Canned Cat Food

Dave's Pet Food Naturally Healthy Grain-Free Grilled Tuna & Shrimp Dinner in Gravy Canned Cat Food
Company info
Company HQ
Agawam, Massachusetts us-flag
Parent company
Dave’s Pet Food
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Wet Cat Food
Cost per day: $0.89
Primary proteins
  • Tuna

Ingredients

Tuna, Tuna Broth, Shrimp, Soybean Oil, Natural Flavors, Ground Tapioca, Tricalcium Phosphate, Guar Gum, Calcium Sulfate, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate Monohydrate, Zinc Oxide, Manganese Sulfate Monohydrate, Copper Glycine Complex, Sodium Selenite, Potassium Iodide), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Source Of Vitamin B6), Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement (Source Of Vitamin B2), Biotin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Source Of Vitamin K3)), Magnesium Sulfate, Taurine.

Overall Score

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73%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 100%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 73%
? We scan the FDA’s database and rate each brand by the number of recalls in its history. Brands with fewer recalls receive higher ratings. Recall History 41%
? By comparing the prices of foods in our database, we determine if a food is above or below market average price. Lower-priced foods receive higher ratings. Price 76%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 76%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 50%

Estimated Nutrient Content

To understand the nutrient content of pet food, we visualize its macronutrient composition in three ways. In the charts below, you’ll see a guaranteed analysis on an as-fed basis, a dry matter analysis, and a breakdown of the food’s macronutrients on a calorie-weighted basis.

Remember that all of these values are estimates based on the guaranteed analysis published by the company, and the food’s actual nutrient values may be slightly different.

Guaranteed Analysis

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Protein: 11%

Fat: 1.5%

Fiber: 1%

Moisture: 82%

Ash: 3%

Carb: 1.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 61.11%

Fat: 8.33%

Fiber: 5.56%

Ash: 16.67%

Carb: 8.33%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 68.14%

Fat: 22.57%

Carb: 9.29%

Our Review

Pros
  • Rich in protein
  • Low carbohydrate content
  • High moisture content
  • Affordable
Cons
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • For supplemental feeding only: this food is not nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO guidelines
  • The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all cat food recalls related to Dave's Pet Food since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Dave's Pet Food - Dog Food (12/01/2015) -+
Date:12/01/2015
Company Name:Dave's Pet Food
Product Description:Dog Food
Recall Reason:Off odor
Dave's Pet Food - ‎95% Premium beef cans (06/12/2018) -+
Date:06/12/2018
Company Name:Dave's Pet Food
Product Description:‎95% Premium beef cans
Recall Reason:Due to Potentially Elevated Levels of Thyroid Hormone

Ingredient Review

Our review of Dave's Pet Food Naturally Healthy Grain-Free Grilled Tuna & Shrimp Dinner in Gravy Canned Cat Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Tuna. Tuna is a general name for one of several saltwater fish species. In pet food, tuna is generally used as a protein source.

The second ingredient is Tuna Broth. Tuna broth is made by boiling any species of tuna fish to obtain nutrients including fat, vitamins, and minerals. It’s often a byproduct of the tuna processing industry. In pet food, tuna broth increases moisture and improves flavor.

The third ingredient is Shrimp. Shrimp are crustaceans, either farmed or harvested from ocean environments. In pet food, shrimp can serve as a valuable source of protein and other nutrients including B vitamins and antioxidants to benefit your companion’s overall wellbeing.

The fourth ingredient is Soybean Oil. Soybean oil is oil pressed from soy beans. In pet food, soybean oil is used as a replacement for animal fat or other vegetable oils.

The fifth ingredient is Natural Flavors. The natural flavors in pet food are added to improve taste, so your companion enjoys their meals more. Natural flavors can be sourced from animal products, plants, minerals, and even natural chemical compounds.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Dave's Pet Food Naturally Healthy Grain-Free Grilled Tuna & Shrimp Dinner in Gravy Canned Cat Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from fish based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per oz

Product Price

$0.37

Market Price avg.

$0.57

% From the Avg

-35%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$1.49

Market Price avg.

$2.38

% From the Avg

-37%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.89

Market Price avg.

$1.43

% From the Avg

-37%

Dave's Pet Food Naturally Healthy Grain-Free Grilled Tuna & Shrimp Dinner in Gravy Canned Cat Food is priced well below the average market price for wet cat food.

Nutritional Analysis

Adult cat foods can have a lot of variability in calorie density but generally meet requirements for the average active cat. With formulations addressing a wide variety of needs, including weight loss or gain, indoor or outdoor living, or hairball problems, individual recipes may vary greatly in calorie, fiber, and nutritional content.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Dave's Pet Food Naturally Healthy Grain-Free Grilled Tuna & Shrimp Dinner in Gravy Canned Cat Food to the other 1882 wet cat food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

61.11%

All Products avg.

53.3%

% From the Avg

+15%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

8.33%

All Products avg.

17.51%

% From the Avg

-52%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

5.56%

All Products avg.

6.58%

% From the Avg

-16%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

8.33%

All Products avg.

13.97%

% From the Avg

-40%

Analysis Overview

Overall, this is a fish based food that’s high in protein with low fat and low carbohydrate content relative to other wet cat foods.

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