Canidae Pure Grain Free Salmon Recipe Dry Cat Food Simply Nourish Source Salmon Recipe Kitten Dry Food Grain Free
Simply Nourish Source Salmon Recipe Kitten Dry Food Grain Free 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 Simply Nourish Source Salmon Recipe Kitten Dry Food Grain Free compared
| Attribute |
Verified Aug 21, 2026 |
Verified Aug 22, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.3 / 10 | 8.8 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
Not listed | 38.00% |
| Fat | Not listed | 18.00% |
| Fiber | Not listed | 3.00% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.30% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 0.90% |
| Omega-3 | Not listed | 1.90% |
| Omega-6 | Not listed | 2.30% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.10% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
Not listed | 10.00% |
| Calories | Not listed | 3950 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | High | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Salmon, Salmon Meal, Menhaden Fish Meal, Potatoes, Peas, Canola Oil, Sweet Potatoes, Natural Flavor, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Manganous Oxide, Sodium Selenite), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Choline Chloride, Dl-Methionine, Taurine, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Trichoderma Longibrachiatum Fermentation Extract, Mixed Tocopherols (a Source of Vitamin E). Show full list Show less |
Salmon, Salmon Meal, Menhaden Meal, Peas, Potatoes, Potato Protein, Canola Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Flavor, Pea Starch, Whole Flaxseed, Pea Fiber, Salmon Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Inulin, Cranberry Pomace, Potassium Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Biotin, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxide Hydrochloride, Beta Carotene, Menadione Nicotinamide Bisulfite, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Ferrous Sulphate, Calcium Carbonate, Zinc Oxide, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Manganous Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), DL-Methionine, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols (A Preservative), Citric Acid (A Preservative), Rosemary Extract Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | Yes | No |
| Marketed benefits | Digestive health, Allergy support, Sensitive stomach, Heart care | Brain health, Eye health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | 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 | Yes |
| Life stages | All Life Stages | Growth (puppy/kitten) |
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.
- Salmon
- Menhaden Fish
- Potato
- Pea
- Canola Oil
- Natural Flavor
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Simply Nourish Source Salmon Recipe Kitten Dry Food Grain Free 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: Salmon, Menhaden Fish, Potato, Pea, Canola Oil, Natural Flavor.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
See the full profiles: Canidae Pure Grain Free Salmon Recipe Dry Cat Food and Simply Nourish Source Salmon Recipe Kitten Dry Food Grain Free .
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