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Lamb & King Salmon Feast Freeze-Dried Cat Food
Feline Natural

Lamb & King Salmon Feast Freeze-Dried Cat Food

Verified Jul 21, 2026

Cat · Dry All Life Stages All Breed Sizes

This is a very high-protein, high-fat freeze-dried cat food made primarily from New Zealand lamb (meat, organs, and bone) and king salmon. It includes green-lipped mussel, flaxseed, and added vitamins, minerals, and taurine to make it a complete and balanced diet for cats at any life stage. The formula is designed to be fed as-is, rehydrated, or used as a topper, offering a concentrated, meat-heavy option for cats that do well on rich, animal-based diets.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.6 out of 10

Strong Choice

Nutritionally, this is a rich, meat-forward diet with excellent protein and fat levels for most healthy, active cats, including kittens, when fed in appropriate amounts. The ingredients are highly animal-based, with organ meats, ground bone, and salmon providing a broad spectrum of amino acids, fats, and natural micronutrients, plus added taurine to meet feline requirements. It’s best suited for cats that tolerate higher fat well and for owners comfortable managing portion control with a very calorie-dense, freeze-dried food.

Nutritional profile 9.4
Ingredient composition 8.0
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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At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
Where these benefits come from Benefits the manufacturer highlights in its own product marketing. KibbleLab lists them for reference and does not verify these claims.
Joint Care Mobility Support Digestive Health Immune Support Skin Coat Health
Suitable For
All Life Stages All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Extremely high animal content (lamb meat, organs, bone, and king salmon) provides highly digestible protein and essential amino acids for cats.
  • Robust fat level with omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, plus salmon and green-lipped mussel, which can support skin, coat, and joint health.
  • Complete and balanced to AAFCO standards for all life stages, so it can be used for kittens, adults, and seniors when fed to appropriate calories.
  • Low carbohydrate and low fiber profile, which can suit many obligate carnivore cats that do best on meat-heavy diets.

Considerations

  • Very high fat and calorie density may not suit overweight, pancreatitis-prone, or very sedentary cats, and requires careful portion control.
  • Contains lamb and fish, which are common protein allergens for some cats; not ideal if your cat has known sensitivities to these proteins.
  • Freeze-dried foods must be handled with good hygiene, and some cats prefer the texture when rehydrated, which adds a small step for the owner.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Lamb, Lamb Tripe, Lamb Lung, New Zealand King Salmon, Lamb Liver, Lamb Kidney, Lamb Heart, Ground Lamb Bone, New Zealand Green Mussel, Vitamin E Supplement, Dried Kelp, Taurine, Flaxseed Flakes, Dipotassium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Salt, Minerals (Magnesium Oxide, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate), Vitamins (Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement).

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
Lamb
Lamb is commonly used in dog and cat foods as a high-quality animal protein that supplies essential amino acids, iron and B vitamins and is often chosen for its palatability or as a “novel” protein in elimination diets. It can be higher in fat and calories than some other meats and may still cause allergic reactions in sensitive animals, so owners of overweight pets or those with food sensitivities should consult a veterinarian and use proper handling/cooking practices if feeding raw or homemade lamb.
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02
Lamb Tripe
Lamb tripe is the stomach lining of lambs commonly used in dog and cat foods as a highly palatable animal-based protein and flavor enhancer that also supplies fat, digestible amino acids, B vitamins (notably B12), iron and other trace minerals. It can provide natural digestive enzymes and, when unwashed, beneficial microbes, but its strong odor, higher fat content and risk of spoilage or pathogen contamination mean it should be properly sourced and handled, introduced gradually to avoid GI upset, and included as part of a balanced diet rather than the sole ingredient.
03
Lamb Lung
Lamb lung is an organ meat commonly used in pet foods and treats as a lean, highly palatable protein source and flavor enhancer, supplying readily digestible protein along with B vitamins, iron and other minerals that benefit both dogs and cats. It is typically safe and low in fat when properly sourced and processed (cooked or dehydrated) to eliminate pathogens, but it is not especially rich in taurine so should not be the sole ingredient in a cat’s diet; pet owners should also monitor for individual allergies and buy from reputable suppliers to reduce contamination risk.
04
New Zealand King Salmon
New Zealand King Salmon is used in pet foods as a high-quality, highly digestible animal protein and a concentrated source of omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), which support healthy skin and coat, joint function, and have anti-inflammatory benefits for both dogs and cats. It is a nutritious ingredient but can be an allergen for some pets and should be properly processed to eliminate parasites/pathogens; owners should also consider sustainable sourcing and contaminant testing, and ensure the overall diet is balanced to meet species-specific needs such as adequate taurine for cats.
05
Lamb Liver
Lamb liver is an organ meat used as a nutrient-dense protein and flavor enhancer in pet foods and treats, supplying concentrated vitamins (especially vitamin A and B12), iron, copper and high-quality amino acids important for both dogs and cats. It is highly palatable and can help prevent nutrient deficiencies, but should be fed in moderation because excessive liver intake can lead to vitamin A toxicity and digestive upset, and proper sourcing/handling is important to avoid foodborne pathogens.

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)
45.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
36.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
2.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
8.00%
Low High
5120
kcal / Kg
205
kcal / Cup
High
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage All Life Stages
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Freeze Dried
Processing method Freeze Dried
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 All Life Stages
Substantiation Formulation
Yes, our Freeze-Dried diets are formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles to be complete and balanced for all stages.

Brand

Feline Natural is a premium cat food brand offering freeze-dried and canned diets made from natural, New Zealand–sourced ingredients. It focuses on high-protein, grain-free formulations that mimic a cat’s natural prey diet, emphasizing whole meat and minimal carbohydrates.

Price tier $$$$$

Manufacturer

Company name K9 Natural Foods Limited
Parent company KKR (Natural Pet Food Group)
Founded 2006
Headquarters Christchurch, New Zealand
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country New Zealand
Manufacturing region Canterbury
Manufacturing oversight

K9 Natural maintains strict quality control in its New Zealand manufacturing facilities, following export-standard food safety systems including MPI (Ministry for Primary Industries) oversight. The company operates under human-grade processing standards and adheres to HACCP guidelines to ensure the safety and quality of its freeze-dried and wet pet foods.

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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 Feline Natural Lamb & King Salmon Feast Freeze-Dried Cat Food.

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

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Has Feline Natural ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Feline Natural. 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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