Morris' Catch Tuna & Ocean Fish Flavors Dry Cat Food
Verified Jun 17, 2026
This is a dry, crunchy cat food for adult cats that uses chicken by-product meal, meat and bone meal, tuna meal, and ocean fish meal as its main protein sources. It includes corn, soybean meal, and wheat for energy, and is formulated to be complete and balanced for adult maintenance with added vitamins, minerals, and taurine. The calorie level is fairly typical for a dry cat food, making it suitable for most healthy adult cats with appropriate portion control.
From a nutrition standpoint, this is a basic, fully complete adult dry cat food that relies on by-product meals and plant ingredients for much of its protein and energy. It provides adequate protein, fat, taurine, and key minerals for adult maintenance, but doesn’t offer many of the higher-end features you see in more premium formulas. It can be a reasonable option for healthy adult cats who tolerate chicken and grains well, as long as portions are measured to avoid excess weight gain.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for adult maintenance, so it provides complete and balanced nutrition for adult cats.
- Multiple animal-derived protein sources (chicken by-product meal, meat and bone meal, tuna meal, ocean fish meal) help supply essential amino acids, including taurine.
- Moderate protein (28% min) and fat (9% min) levels are appropriate for many average adult cats when fed in controlled portions.
- Includes supplemental taurine and a standard vitamin–mineral premix to support overall health needs of adult cats.
Considerations
- Chicken by-product meal, beef/pork-based meat and bone meal, and fish are common allergens, so this diet is not ideal for cats with known food sensitivities to these proteins.
- Plant ingredients like corn, soybean meal, and wheat make up a substantial portion of the formula, so cats needing very high animal-protein diets may do better on a product with more meat-focused composition.
- Contains artificial color (Red 40) and titanium dioxide for appearance, which are not nutritionally beneficial and some owners prefer to avoid.
- Uses BHA and ethoxyquin as preservatives; both are considered safe at regulated levels, but some owners may prefer foods using only mixed tocopherols or other natural preservatives.
Full Ingredient List
Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.
Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.
Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Corn
Corn is commonly used in dog and cat foods as a digestible source of carbohydrates and calories, and it also provides some plant protein, fiber, B vitamins and minerals while helping with kibble structure and palatability. While generally safe and economical, corn is relatively high in starch and has an incomplete amino acid profile for obligate carnivores (cats), can be a source of mycotoxin contamination if poorly stored, and although true corn allergies are uncommon, some pets may be sensitive, so quality and proper formulation with animal proteins are important.
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Chicken By-Product
Chicken by-product is a common protein ingredient in pet foods made from edible parts of the bird not typically consumed by people—such as organs (liver, heart), necks and other tissues—and is used to add protein, flavor and nutrient density. It can provide concentrated protein, essential amino acids, B vitamins and minerals (and may contribute taurine when organ meats are included), but composition and quality vary by source, so pet parents concerned about sourcing, higher ash/fat content or chicken allergies should check the manufacturer’s labeling and quality standards.
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Soybean
Soybean is a common plant-based ingredient in pet foods used as a concentrated protein and fat source (in forms such as soybean meal, soy protein concentrate/isolate, and soybean oil) that supplies essential amino acids, calories, and beneficial polyunsaturated fats. It can be a cost-effective, digestible protein for many dogs but is less ideal as the sole protein for obligate carnivores like cats and may trigger allergies or deliver phytoestrogens and antinutritional factors (e.g., trypsin inhibitors, phytates) that are typically reduced by proper processing, so diets using soy should be balanced and monitored.
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Corn Protein
Corn protein is a plant-derived concentrated protein (often from corn gluten meal or corn protein isolate) used in dry pet foods to increase crude protein content and aid kibble texture; it supplies digestible plant-based amino acids but is lower in certain essential amino acids, particularly lysine, compared with animal proteins. It is an economical and sustainable ingredient but should be balanced with complementary animal proteins or supplemented amino acids—especially for cats, which need high-quality animal-based protein—and some pets can be sensitive or allergic to corn.
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Meat And Bone
Meat and bone is a rendered animal protein and mineral ingredient commonly used in pet foods to provide concentrated protein, fat and elevated levels of calcium and phosphorus from both muscle tissue and ground bone. It can be a cost‑effective source of essential amino acids and minerals for dogs and cats, but nutrient composition and digestibility vary by source (often higher in ash), so owners should note the ingredient’s nonspecific labeling and rely on reputable manufacturers and proper formulation to ensure species‑appropriate nutrients and safe processing.
Nutritional Breakdown
How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter
As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.What is calorie density
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AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional
adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.Brand
9Lives is a widely recognized cat food brand known for its affordability and long history in the U.S. market. It offers primarily wet and dry cat food products targeting budget-conscious cat owners.
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Post Holdings operates manufacturing facilities acquired from J.M. Smucker, following FDA and AAFCO regulatory standards.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
9Lives Morris' Catch Tuna & Ocean Fish Flavors Dry Cat Food has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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