9 Lives Tender Morsels with Real Ocean Whitefish & Tuna Bits in Broth

Tender Morsels with Real Ocean Whitefish & Tuna Bits in Broth

9 Lives

#281 of 337 $0.15/oz

$0.40–$0.70/oz

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At a Glance

2 named protein sources in the top ingredients

Named proteins like "chicken" or "salmon" tell you exactly what your pet is eating. Vague labels like "meat meal" leave you guessing.

More nutrients tested and listed than most

Some brands test and list nutrients beyond the basic four (protein, fat, fiber, moisture). More transparency means you can make a more informed choice.

Soy Protein

Soy contains compounds called isoflavones that can nudge thyroid hormone levels... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • White et al. 2004, Am J Veterinary Research (T4 increase in cats on soy)
  • Redmon et al. 2016, Xenobiotica (cats bottom 3 of 13 species for clearance)
  • Court & Freeman 2002, Am J Veterinary Research (soy in 57% of cat foods)
  • van Hoek et al. 2015, J Feline Medicine and Surgery (critical review)
  • Mueller et al. 2016, BMC Veterinary Research (canine allergen prevalence)
Titanium Dioxide

Titanium dioxide is a whitening agent banned as a food additive in the EU since... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • EFSA 2021, Safety assessment of titanium dioxide (E171)
  • EU Commission Regulation 2022/63
BHA

BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) is a synthetic preservative classified as 'reason... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • NTP, 15th Report on Carcinogens
  • IARC Monographs, Group 2B classification
BHT

BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene) is a synthetic preservative. Animal studies show... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009
Sodium Tripolyphosphate

An inorganic phosphate additive. The phosphorus in additives like this hits a ca... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • Coltherd et al. 2019, British Journal of Nutrition (plasma P spikes)
  • Alexander et al. 2019, British Journal of Nutrition (kidney damage in cats)
  • Dobenecker et al. 2018, J Feline Medicine and Surgery
  • Laflamme et al. 2020, J Veterinary Internal Medicine (review)
  • Stockman 2024, J Feline Medicine and Surgery (no regulatory limit)
Menadione (Vitamin K3)

Menadione sodium bisulfite (synthetic vitamin K3) is banned in human food supple... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • EU Directive 2002/46/EC (human supplement ban)
Sodium Nitrite

A preservative that has caused fatal reactions in cats eating commercial pet foo... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • Worth et al. 1997, NZ Veterinary Journal (fatal cat cases)
  • IARC Monographs Vol. 94 (Group 2A, nitrite + nitrosation)
  • FDA 21 CFR 573.700 (20 ppm limit in pet food)
  • Christopher et al. 1990, Veterinary Pathology (feline sensitivity)

Nutrition

Compared to 345 similar cat broths

Protein (dry-matter) 50.0%

Protein (dry-matter)

Protein content after removing water, so wet and dry foods can be compared fairly.

Top 87%
Fat (dry-matter) 11.1%

Fat (dry-matter)

Fat content after removing water. Important for energy and nutrient absorption.

Top 47%
Fiber (dry-matter) 5.6%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

Top 56%
Moisture 82

Moisture

Water content. Higher moisture helps with hydration, especially for cats.

Top 72%
Taurine (dry-matter) 0.3%

Taurine (dry-matter)

An amino acid vital for heart and eye health, especially in cats.

Top 73%
Nutrient Transparency 2.0%

Nutrient Transparency

How many nutrients the brand reports beyond the basic required minimums.

Top 13%

Ingredients

Compared to 345 similar cat broths

Named Protein Sources 2

Named Protein Sources

How many of the top 5 ingredients are identifiable, single-species proteins like chicken or salmon.

Top 33%
Primary Protein Quality 4

Primary Protein Quality

Quality of the first protein listed. Whole meat ranks higher than meals or by-products.

Top 47%
Low Filler Content 0

Low Filler Content

Corn, wheat, and soy in the top ingredients. Fewer fillers is better.

Bottom 50%
Ingredient Simplicity 23

Ingredient Simplicity

Total number of ingredients. Simpler recipes can be easier to digest.

Bottom 75%
Omega-3 Source 0

Omega-3 Source

Whether the omega-3 comes from fish oil (delivers EPA/DHA directly) or just flaxseed (plant ALA, which pets convert very poorly).

Top 59%
Label Transparency 0

Label Transparency

Whether the same ingredient is listed in multiple forms (like pea protein + pea fiber) to make meat appear higher on the label.

Bottom 50%

Full Ingredient List

Water Sufficient For Processing, Chicken, Liver, Meat-by-products, Ocean Whitefish, Soy Flour, Wheat Gluten, Modified Food Starch, Tuna, Natural Flavor, Titanium Dioxide (color), Vegetable Oil (bha/bht Used As A Preservative), Bone Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Salt, Vitamins (vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin, Vitamin A Supplement, D-calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin), Taurine, Choline Chloride, Minerals (ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Manganous Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Thiamine Mononitrate, Sodium Nitrite (to Promote Color Retention)

Calories

770 kcal/kg Energy density
120 kcal/can Per serving

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