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Fancy Feast Gourmet Naturals Natural Wild Alaskan Salmon Recipe Grain-Free Pate Kitten Canned Cat Food

Fancy Feast Gourmet Naturals Natural Wild Alaskan Salmon Recipe Grain-Free Pate Kitten Canned Cat Food
Company info
Company HQ
St. Louis, Missouri us-flag
Parent company
Nestlé Purina Petcare Co.
Product info
Age Range: Kitten
Food Form Wet Kitten Food
Cost per day: $0.67
Primary proteins
  • Salmon
  • Chicken
  • Fish

Ingredients

Salmon, Chicken, Liver, Fish Broth, Fish, Milk, Natural Flavor, MINERALS [Potassium Chloride, Mono And Dicalcium Phosphate, Magnesium Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Potassium Iodide], Guar Gum, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Salt, VITAMINS [Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Vitamin A Supplement, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Biotin (Vitamin B-7), Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Vitamin D-3 Supplement.

Overall Score

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75%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 80%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 59%
? 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 100%
? 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 79%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 86%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 50%
? Based on the variety of sizes available. Size Variety 83%

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: 5%

Fiber: 1.5%

Moisture: 78%

Ash: 3.5%

Carb: 1%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 50%

Fat: 22.73%

Fiber: 6.82%

Ash: 15.91%

Carb: 4.55%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 45.56%

Fat: 50.3%

Carb: 4.14%

Our Review

Pros
  • High moisture content
  • To our knowledge, Fancy Feast has never had a product recall
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Affordable
  • Has all the nutrients your kitten or mother cat needs
Cons
  • Not a Calorie-dense recipe
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all cat food recalls related to Fancy Feast since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Fancy Feast has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Fancy Feast Gourmet Naturals Natural Wild Alaskan Salmon Recipe Grain-Free Pate Kitten Canned Cat Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Salmon. Salmon is meat from any fish in the salmon family, and in pet food, salmon might also refer to other parts of the fish including skin and organs. Salmon is an excellent source of protein, and it is a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids.

The second ingredient is Chicken. Chicken is meat from the domesticated bird of the same name. In pet food, chicken is used as a primary protein source.

The third ingredient is Liver. Liver is a general name for a protein-rich organ meat from any animal. The liver in pet food can be a source of important minerals including zinc, copper, iron, and selenium, but depending on its source, can be of low quality.

The fourth ingredient is Fish Broth. Fish broth is a byproduct of the seafood cooking process, and can contain fish of any kind. In pet food, fish broth adds flavor and aroma, along with some nutrients.

The fifth ingredient is Fish. Fish is a general term for meat from freshwater and saltwater fish. In pet food, fish serves as a source of protein. It can double as a source of other nutrients including omega essential fatty acids.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Fancy Feast Gourmet Naturals Natural Wild Alaskan Salmon Recipe Grain-Free Pate Kitten 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.

$0.5

% From the Avg

-26%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$1.12

Market Price avg.

$1.68

% From the Avg

-34%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.67

Market Price avg.

$1.01

% From the Avg

-34%

Fancy Feast Gourmet Naturals Natural Wild Alaskan Salmon Recipe Grain-Free Pate Kitten Canned Cat Food is priced well below the average market price for wet kitten food.

Nutritional Analysis

Because kittens are rapidly growing and developing, they have higher requirements for calories, protein, and other nutrients. Kitten foods have a higher caloric density to provide for the energy needs for growth. It’s recommended that kittens consume a kitten diet until they reach 1 year of age.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Fancy Feast Gourmet Naturals Natural Wild Alaskan Salmon Recipe Grain-Free Pate Kitten Canned Cat Food to the other 63 wet kitten food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

50%

All Products avg.

50.77%

% From the Avg

-2%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

22.73%

All Products avg.

24.53%

% From the Avg

-7%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

6.82%

All Products avg.

6.79%

% From the Avg

+0%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

4.55%

All Products avg.

10.56%

% From the Avg

-57%

Analysis Overview

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

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