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Kitten With Savory Chicken & Turkey Dry Food
Fancy Feast

Kitten With Savory Chicken & Turkey Dry Food

Verified Jul 25, 2026

Cat · Dry Kitten All Breed Sizes

This is a dry kitten food designed to support healthy growth, with poultry by-product meal as the main protein source plus added chicken and turkey. It uses rice, corn, and soybean meal for energy, and includes DHA, taurine, and balanced calcium and phosphorus to support developing brains, eyes, bones, and overall growth. It’s formulated specifically for kittens from weaning through 12 months of age.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.3 out of 10

Strong Choice

Nutritionally, this is a well-balanced kitten formula with appropriate protein, fat, and key nutrients like DHA, taurine, calcium, and phosphorus for growth. The use of poultry by-product meal can provide very nutrient-dense protein, and the inclusion of fish oil and milk adds extra fatty acids and palatability. It’s a solid, complete option for most healthy kittens, especially if they tolerate chicken and turkey well.

Nutritional profile 10.0
Ingredient composition 6.0
Adequacy substantiation 7.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 4 of 4 applicable checks. Missing data is skipped, never counted against a food.

The KibbleLab Score (1–10) is assessed from publicly available product data. Our evaluation is science-based, not marketing-based.

Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber on a dry-matter basis, for the stated life stage and format
Adequacy substantiation Complete and balanced substantiation; feeding trials valued higher
Ingredient composition Screened for unnamed sources, artificial additives, and label protein inflation. Not a quality ranking.
Health considerations Pulse-heavy grain-free (DCM) pattern and recall history
Verified manufacturer evidence A small bonus when we can verify evidence addressing WSAVA selection criteria
9.0 - 10 Top Pick
8.0 - 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6.0 Review Carefully

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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Protein and fat levels are well suited for growing kittens, with 35% protein and 17% fat on an as-fed basis.
  • Poultry by-product meal offers a nutrient-dense, highly usable source of animal protein for growth.
  • Includes DHA and fish oil, which help support brain and eye development in kittens.
  • Formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for kitten growth, so it is complete and balanced for this life stage.

Considerations

  • Contains chicken, turkey, and fish ingredients, so it is not a fit for kittens with poultry or fish allergies.
  • Includes corn and soybean meal, which are nutritious but may not suit owners seeking a legume- or grain-free diet.
  • Calorie density is fairly high, so portions need to be measured carefully to avoid rapid weight gain in indoor kittens.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Poultry by-product meal, rice, corn protein meal, animal fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols, whole grain corn, soybean meal, chicken, turkey, liver flavor, phosphoric acid, dried yeast, calcium carbonate, salt, natural flavor, potassium chloride, fish oil, dried whole milk, choline chloride, glycine, MINERALS [zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite], DL-Methionine, VITAMINS [Vitamin E supplement, thiamine mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), niacin (Vitamin B-3), calcium pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), riboflavin supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin A supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Vitamin B-12 supplement, folic acid (Vitamin B-9), biotin (Vitamin B-7), Vitamin D-3 supplement, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (Vitamin K)], taurine.

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

01
Poultry By-Product
Poultry by-product is used primarily as a concentrated protein, fat and micronutrient source in pet foods and consists of rendered poultry parts such as internal organs, bones and connective tissues that supply amino acids, minerals (notably calcium and phosphorus) and B‑vitamins. It can be a cost‑effective source of bioavailable nutrients, but composition and quality vary by source and processing—owners of pets with poultry allergies or who prefer named-meat ingredients may choose alternatives, and safety depends on reputable rendering and adherence to regulatory standards.
02
Rice
Rice is a common carbohydrate source and binder in dog and cat foods, supplying readily digestible energy and often used in formulations for sensitive stomachs or hypoallergenic diets. White rice is gentle and easy to digest while brown rice provides more fiber and micronutrients, but rice is low in essential amino acids, has a relatively high glycemic index, and can accumulate trace arsenic, so it should not be relied on as a primary protein and portions should be considered for diabetic or weight‑management pets.
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03
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.
04
Animal Fat
Animal fat is used in pet foods as a concentrated energy source and palatability enhancer, and can provide fat-soluble vitamin absorption and essential fatty acids (including arachidonic and linoleic acids, depending on the source) that support skin, coat and overall cellular function—particularly important for obligate carnivores like cats. Because it is calorie-dense and prone to oxidation, fats are typically rendered and stabilized; owners should be aware that high-fat diets can contribute to obesity and may trigger pancreatitis in susceptible dogs, so quality, source, and total dietary fat should be considered.
05
Mixed Tocopherol
Mixed tocopherols are a blend of natural vitamin E compounds (alpha, beta, gamma and delta tocopherols) used in pet foods primarily as a natural antioxidant and preservative to protect fats and fat‑soluble nutrients and extend shelf life. They also supply dietary vitamin E—an essential antioxidant for immune function, skin and coat health and cellular integrity in dogs and cats—and are generally safe at typical use levels, though they are not a substitute for a complete vitamin formulation and may be less effective in animals with fat‑absorption disorders.

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.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
35.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
17.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
3.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
10.00%
Low High
3970
kcal / Kg
457
kcal / Cup
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Kitten
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Kibble
Processing method Gently Cooked
Food type Dry

AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.

Complete & balanced Yes
AAFCO life stages Growth (puppy/kitten)
Substantiation Formulation
Fancy Feast Kitten With Savory Chicken & Turkey is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles for growth of kittens.

Brand

Fancy Feast is a premium cat food brand known for its gourmet-style wet foods and variety of textures designed to appeal to feline palates. It targets owners seeking indulgence and variety for their pets.

Price tier $$

Manufacturer

Company name Nestlé Purina PetCare
Parent company Nestlé S.A.
Founded 2001
Headquarters St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Missouri
Manufacturing oversight

Nestlé Purina operates its own manufacturing facilities in the United States and globally with rigorous quality assurance programs. Facilities comply with FDA and USDA standards and implement HACCP-based food safety systems. The company conducts AAFCO feeding trials and employs board-certified veterinary nutritionists.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

No recall is listed for Fancy Feast Kitten With Savory Chicken & Turkey Dry Food.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Fancy Feast ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Fancy Feast. We 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.

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Product data sourced from manufacturer websites, AAFCO statements, and FDA recall listings. Last verified dates reflect our most recent data check. We 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.