Applaws Adult Dry Cat Food Chicken Recipe Stella & Chewy's Raw Coated Kibble Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food
Stella & Chewy's Raw Coated Kibble Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 9.2 to 8.8. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Applaws Adult Dry Cat Food Chicken Recipe and Stella & Chewy's Raw Coated Kibble Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food compared
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Verified Aug 17, 2026 |
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KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.8 / 10 | 9.2 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
36.00% | 38.00% |
| Fat | 16.50% | 16.00% |
| Fiber | 4.50% | 5.00% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.00% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 0.80% |
| Omega-3 | Not listed | 0.40% |
| Omega-6 | Not listed | 3.50% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.15% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
9.00% | 12.00% |
| Calories | 3733 kcal/kg | 3906 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, Chicken Meal, Peas, Lentils, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Chickpeas, Natural Flavor, Flaxseed (Source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids), Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Salt, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3, Folic Acid), Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Choline Chloride, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
Cage-Free Chicken, Chicken Meal, Lentils, Peas, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Chicken Liver, Natural Chicken Flavor, Chicken Gizzard, Fenugreek Seed, Salmon Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Suncured Alfalfa, Dandelion Greens, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Salt, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Cranberries, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Magnesium Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin E Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin Supplement, D-calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Folic Acid, Dried Pediococcus Acidilactici fermentation product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus fermentation product, Dried Bifidobacterium Longum fermentation product, Dried Bacillus Coagulans fermentation product, Rosemary Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Not listed | Probiotic support, Digestive health, Skin coat health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Freeze Dried |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult, Kitten |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | All Breed Sizes |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Yes | Not indicated |
| Life stages | Adult Maintenance | Not listed |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Not listed | Not listed |
| Maker standards | ||
WSAVA guidelinesThe World Small Animal Veterinary Association publishes criteria for evaluating a manufacturer: qualified nutritionists on staff, feeding trials, and published research. It does not certify or endorse brands. |
No | No |
PSC accreditedThe Pet Sustainability Coalition is a nonprofit that accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact through third-party verification. It reflects sustainability practices, not food quality. |
Yes | No |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordWe track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Chicken
- Pea
- Lentil
- Chicken Fat
- Mixed Tocopherol
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Stella & Chewy's Raw Coated Kibble Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food scores higher, 9.2 to 8.8 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Pea, Lentil, Chicken Fat, Mixed Tocopherol.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Applaws Adult Dry Cat Food Chicken Recipe is labeled complete and balanced; Stella & Chewy's Raw Coated Kibble Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food does not list an AAFCO status.
See the full profiles: Applaws Adult Dry Cat Food Chicken Recipe and Stella & Chewy's Raw Coated Kibble Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food .
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