Canidae Pure Grain Free Salmon Recipe Dry Cat Food Farmina Skin & Coat Quail Dry Cat Food
Canidae Pure Grain Free Salmon Recipe Dry Cat Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.8 to 8.3. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Canidae Pure Grain Free Salmon Recipe Dry Cat Food and Farmina Skin & Coat Quail Dry Cat Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Sep 23, 2026 |
Verified Oct 10, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.8 / 10 | 8.3 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
32.00% | 30.00% |
| Fat | 17.00% | 16.00% |
| Fiber | 3.00% | 2.30% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.00% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 0.80% |
| Omega-3 | Not listed | 1.20% |
| Omega-6 | Not listed | 2.00% |
| Taurine | 0.15% | 0.30% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
9.00% | 8.00% |
| Calories | Not listed | Not listed |
| Calorie density | High | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Salmon, Salmon Meal, Peas, Potatoes, Canola Oil, Menhaden Fish Meal, Sweet Potatoes, Natural Flavor, Amino Acids, Minerals, Vitamins, Antioxidants, Probiotic Mix Show full list Show less |
quail, dehydrated quail, pea starch, herring oil, quinoa seed, pork fat, hydrolyzed fish, sweet potatoes, hydrolyzed pork liver, natural flavors, flaxseed, dried coconut, turmeric, inulin, fructooligosaccharide, yeast extract, psyllium seed husk, L-Lysine, Cystine, L-Tryptophan, L-Carnitine, calcium carbonate, dicalcium phosphate, calcium sulfate dihydrate, potassium chloride, salt, brewers dried yeast, vitamin A supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, ascorbic acid, niacin, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamine hydrochloride, biotin, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, choline chloride, beta-carotene, zinc methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, manganese methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, ferrous glycine, copper methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, DL-Methionine, taurine, aloe vera gel concentrate, green tea extract, rosemary extract, mixed tocopherols (a preservative). Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | Yes | Yes |
| Marketed benefits | Digestive health, Sensitive stomach | Digestive health, Allergy support, Itch relief, Hot spot relief, Skin coat health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Extruded |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | Adult |
| 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 | Yes |
| Life stages | All Life Stages | Adult Maintenance |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | Formulation |
| 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. |
No | 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.
- Sweet Potato
- Natural Flavor
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Canidae Pure Grain Free Salmon Recipe Dry Cat Food scores higher, 8.8 to 8.3 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Sweet Potato, Natural Flavor.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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