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Lickable Puree Chicken Squeezable Cat Treats
Temptations

Lickable Puree Chicken Squeezable Cat Treats

Verified Aug 18, 2026

Cat · Treat Adult Senior All Breed Sizes

A creamy, lickable chicken-based treat for adult and senior cats, designed to be offered by hand, in a dish, or as a topper over regular food. It features multiple organ and by-product meats (chicken and pork) as key protein sources, with a very high moisture content and taurine added. At under 15 calories per pouch, it works best as an occasional reward or food enhancement rather than a primary diet.

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Over-the-counter No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.0 out of 10

Strong Choice

Nutritionally, this is a moist, meat-based treat that can be a nice way to add variety, bonding time, or a little extra flavor to your cat’s regular meals. The use of organ meats and by-products actually boosts nutrient density, and the added taurine is appropriate for cats. It’s still a treat with relatively low protein on an as-fed basis, so it should be used in small amounts alongside a complete and balanced main diet.

Calorie and portion clarity 6.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 3 of 3 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

Suitable For
Adult Senior All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Multiple animal-derived ingredients (chicken liver, chicken by-product, chicken, pork liver, pork by-product) provide a range of high-quality proteins and micronutrients from organ meats.
  • Very high moisture content can help increase overall water intake in cats that enjoy lickable textures.
  • Low calorie per pouch (about 15 calories) makes it easier to fit into a controlled-calorie diet when used as an occasional treat.
  • Added taurine supports an essential nutrient requirement for cats, which is important in any feline food or treat.

Considerations

  • This is a treat, not a complete diet, so it should only make up a small portion of your cat’s daily intake and must be paired with a complete and balanced cat food.
  • Contains common animal proteins (chicken, pork, and milk protein), which may be an issue for cats with known food allergies or sensitivities to those ingredients.
  • Protein and fat levels are relatively low on an as-fed basis, reflecting its role as a high-moisture snack rather than a substantial source of daily nutrition.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Water, Chicken Liver, Chicken by-Product, Chicken, Pork Liver, Pork by-Product, Vegetable Oil, Glycine, Tapioca Starch, Dried Milk Protein, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose, Guar Gum, Cysteine, 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
Water
Water is an essential nutrient and the primary solvent and moisture component in pet foods, especially wet and canned diets, and is also used in processing and to adjust texture and palatability. It is vital for digestion, nutrient transport, temperature regulation and waste removal in dogs and cats; pets must have constant access to clean water as dehydration can quickly lead to serious health issues and requirements increase with activity, heat, or illness, while moisture in wet food can help meet part of their daily needs.
02
Chicken Liver
Chicken liver is a nutrient-dense organ meat commonly used in pet foods and treats as a highly palatable protein source and flavor enhancer, providing concentrated vitamins (especially vitamin A and B-complex), iron, and copper that support energy metabolism, red blood cell formation, and skin/coat health in both dogs and cats. Because it is so rich, liver should be fed in moderation—excessive intake can cause vitamin A toxicity, and its high fat content and risk of bacterial contamination mean it should be properly sourced or cooked and limited for pets with pancreatitis or specific dietary restrictions.
03
Chicken By-Product
Chicken by-product is a common protein ingredient in pet foods made from edible parts of the bird not typically consumed by people—such as organs (liver, heart), necks and other tissues—and is used to add protein, flavor and nutrient density. It can provide concentrated protein, essential amino acids, B vitamins and minerals (and may contribute taurine when organ meats are included), but composition and quality vary by source, so pet parents concerned about sourcing, higher ash/fat content or chicken allergies should check the manufacturer’s labeling and quality standards.
04
Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
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05
Pork Liver
Pork liver is an organ meat used in pet foods as a nutrient‑dense source of high‑quality protein and concentrated vitamins and minerals—notably vitamin A, B vitamins (including B12 and folate), iron and copper—that support red blood cell production, skin/coat condition and overall metabolism. Because liver is very rich in vitamin A and certain minerals, it should be included in limited amounts to avoid hypervitaminosis A or mineral imbalances and must be properly processed to reduce pathogen risk; pets with urinary stone issues or a pork sensitivity should use caution.

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)
3.50%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
2.50%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.50%
Low High
Moisture (max)
89.00%
Low High
15
kcal / Pouch

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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Lifestage Senior
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Paste
Food type Treat

Brand

Temptations (Temptations Treats) is a Mars Petcare brand of crunchy/creamy cat treats. It is positioned as a highly palatable, affordable treat line available in many flavors and formats, including standard treats, dental variants, and functional or playful formats. It targets mainstream cat owners seeking everyday treats rather than complete nutrition.

Price tier $$

Manufacturer

Company name Mars Petcare
Parent company Mars, Incorporated
Founded 1935
Headquarters Brussels, Belgium (global Petcare division); McLean, Virginia, USA (Mars, Incorporated global HQ)
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Pennsylvania; Ontario
Manufacturing oversight

Mars Petcare operates large-scale manufacturing facilities in North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America with formal quality and food safety systems modeled on human food standards. Facilities follow HACCP-based programs, Good Manufacturing Practices, and are routinely audited for compliance with local regulatory bodies (e.g., FDA and USDA in the U.S., FEDIAF-related standards in Europe). Mars maintains in‑house research and development centers, employs veterinarians and pet nutrition scientists, and conducts digestibility and palatability studies and AAFCO feeding trials for many of its complete-and-balanced diets.

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 Temptations Lickable Puree Chicken Squeezable Cat Treats.

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

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We have no recalls on record for Temptations. 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.