Farmina N&D Pumpkin Venison & Apple Adult Dry Cat Food Applaws Vitality Complete & Balanced Adult Chicken and Salmon Meal Recipe Dry Cat Food
Farmina N&D Pumpkin Venison & Apple Adult Dry Cat Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.6 to 8.2. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Farmina N&D Pumpkin Venison & Apple Adult Dry Cat Food and Applaws Vitality Complete & Balanced Adult Chicken and Salmon Meal Recipe Dry Cat Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 21, 2026 |
Verified Jul 22, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.6 / 10 | 8.2 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
42.00% | 43.00% |
| Fat | 20.00% | 18.00% |
| Fiber | 1.80% | Not listed |
| Calcium | 1.10% | Not listed |
| Phosphorus | 0.90% | Not listed |
| Omega-3 | 0.90% | Not listed |
| Omega-6 | 3.40% | Not listed |
| Taurine | 0.40% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
8.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | Not listed | 3923 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
venison, dehydrated venison, pea starch, dehydrated pork, pork fat, dehydrated chicken, sweet potatoes, natural flavors, dried pumpkin, hydrolyzed fish, hydrolyzed pork liver, dried whole eggs, herring, dehydrated herring, herring oil, dried carrot, calcium sulfate dihydrate, suncured alfalfa meal, dried beet pulp, inulin, fructooligosaccharide, potassium chloride, dried apple, dried blueberry, dried pomegranate, dried spinach, psyllium seed husk, dried sweet orange, salt, brewers dried yeast, turmeric, 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, pea fiber, L-Carnitine, aloe vera gel concentrate, green tea extract, rosemary extract, mixed tocopherols (a preservative). Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Chicken Meal, Salmon Meal, Chickpeas, Lentils, Peas, Dried Egg, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Flavor, Salmon Hydrolysate, Flaxseed, Salmon Oil, Salt, Calcium Carbonate, Yeast Culture, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin B3 (Niacin Supplement), Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Mononitrate), Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Vitamin B5 (Calcium Pantothenate), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin Supplement), Vitamin B7 (Biotin Supplement), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3, Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)), Taurine, Minerals (Iron Proteinate, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), DL-Methionine, Inulin, Mixed Tocopherols, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Digestive health, Antioxidant support | High energy, Digestive health, Probiotic support, Skin coat health, Immune support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult | Kitten, 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 | Not indicated |
| Life stages | All Life Stages | Not listed |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | 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. |
No | Yes |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordKibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Chicken
- Natural Flavor
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Farmina N&D Pumpkin Venison & Apple Adult Dry Cat Food scores higher, 8.6 to 8.2 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Natural Flavor.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Farmina N&D Pumpkin Venison & Apple Adult Dry Cat Food is labeled complete and balanced; Applaws Vitality Complete & Balanced Adult Chicken and Salmon Meal Recipe Dry Cat Food does not list an AAFCO status.
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