Meow Mix Tenders in Sauce with Real Chicken & Liver

Tenders in Sauce with Real Chicken & Liver

Meow Mix

#362 of 1701 $0.29/oz

$0.40–$0.70/oz

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At a Glance

Higher protein than 68% of similar foods

Protein is the building block of strong muscles, healthy organs, and a shiny coat. This food packs more of it than most in its category.

4 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.

Better price than 89% of similar foods

Getting great nutrition without overspending is a win. This food delivers solid quality for less than most of its peers.

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)
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 1770 similar cat wet foods

Protein (dry-matter) 55.6%

Protein (dry-matter)

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

Top 32%
Fat (dry-matter) 10.0%

Fat (dry-matter)

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

Top 83%
Fiber (dry-matter) 8.3%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

Top 23%
Moisture 82

Moisture

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

Top 44%
Taurine (dry-matter) 0.3%

Taurine (dry-matter)

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

Top 60%
Nutrient Transparency 2.0%

Nutrient Transparency

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

Top 32%

Ingredients

Compared to 1770 similar cat wet foods

Named Protein Sources 4

Named Protein Sources

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

Top 4%
Primary Protein Quality 4

Primary Protein Quality

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

Top 45%
Low Filler Content 0

Low Filler Content

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

Bottom 43%
Ingredient Simplicity 23

Ingredient Simplicity

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

Bottom 46%
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 68%
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 49%

Full Ingredient List

Chicken Broth, Tuna, Chicken, Sardines, Chicken Liver, Modified Tapioca Starch, Wheat Gluten, Soy Flour, Dried Egg Product, Natural Flavor, Dextrose, Calcium Sulfate, Guar Gum, Glycine, Salt, Added Color, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Source Of Vitamin K Activity), Biotin), Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenite), Sodium Nitrite (To Promote Color Retention)

Calories

835 kcal/kg Energy density
65 kcal/cup Per serving

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