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Premium Pâté Lamb & Lamb Liver Recipe Wet Cat Food
Acana

Premium Pâté Lamb & Lamb Liver Recipe Wet Cat Food

Verified Aug 22, 2026

Cat · Wet Adult All Breed Sizes

This is a high–meat, lamb-based canned pâté for adult cats, formulated for everyday maintenance. Lamb, lamb liver, and other organ meats provide most of the protein and essential nutrients, while beef and chicken bone broths contribute extra moisture for hydration. It’s designed for cats who enjoy rich, meaty flavors and benefit from the added fluid intake that comes with a wet diet.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
7.8 out of 10

Solid Option

This lamb-forward wet food offers a rich mix of muscle meat and organ meats, giving adult cats high-quality animal protein and naturally occurring nutrients. The moisture level is ideal for supporting hydration, and the taurine and mineral levels are appropriate for adult cat maintenance. It’s a good fit for healthy adult cats who do well with lamb and poultry proteins and whose owners prefer a high proportion of animal ingredients in the diet.

Nutritional profile 9.4
Ingredient composition 8.0
Adequacy substantiation 4.0
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
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Hydration Support
Suitable For
Adult All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Lamb, lamb liver, lamb kidney, and chicken provide multiple high-quality animal protein and organ sources, which are very nutrient dense for cats.
  • High moisture content from beef and chicken bone broths can help support hydration, especially important for cats that don’t drink much water on their own.
  • Formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for adult maintenance, so it is complete and balanced for adult cats when fed as the primary diet.
  • Includes added taurine and controlled phosphorus, calcium, and magnesium levels, which are important nutrients for adult cat health, particularly urinary and heart function.

Considerations

  • Contains chicken and chicken liver, so it is not suitable for cats with chicken allergies or sensitivities, despite being lamb-focused.
  • The protein level, while typical for a pâté-style wet food, is moderate on an as-fed basis; cats that need very high protein intake may do better with a complementary dry or higher-protein option.
  • Sunflower oil is the main added fat source, which provides omega-6 fatty acids but little in the way of omega-3s; cats relying solely on this food may benefit from an additional omega-3 source if recommended by a veterinarian.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Lamb, lamb liver, beef bone broth, chicken bone broth, lamb kidney, chicken, chicken liver, pumpkin, locust bean gum, taurine, sunflower oil, tricalcium phosphate, salt, vitamins [vitamin E supplement, thiamine mononitrate, niacin, vitamin A supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin supplement, folic acid, vitamin D3 supplement, biotin, vitamin B12 supplement], guar gum, minerals [potassium chloride, magnesium sulfate, zinc amino acid chelate, iron amino acid chelate, copper amino acid chelate, manganese amino acid chelate, sodium selenite, potassium iodide], choline chloride.

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 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.
03
Beef Bone Broth
Beef bone broth is used in pet foods and as a topper to add moisture, savory flavor and small amounts of soluble collagen, gelatin, minerals and amino acids, making it a palatability and hydration enhancer for dogs and cats. It may support hydration and gut or joint comfort through gelatinous proteins, but it should not replace a balanced diet and caregivers should choose low‑sodium, additive‑free pet-safe broths and avoid products with seasonings or bone fragments, especially for pets with beef allergies.
04
Chicken Bone Broth
Chicken bone broth is commonly used as a palatability enhancer and hydration topper in dog and cat diets, supplying gelatin, collagen-derived amino acids and trace minerals that may support joint comfort and gut health while making food more appealing. It is not a complete food, so choose low-sodium, additive-free products (avoid broths containing onion, garlic or excessive fat), and ensure no bone fragments are present—use caution with pets that have pancreatitis, sodium-sensitive conditions, or known food sensitivities.
05
Lamb Kidney
Lamb kidney is an organ meat commonly used in pet foods and treats as a high-quality protein source that adds moisture, palatability and is rich in B vitamins (including B12), iron, copper and other trace minerals. It can be a valuable novel protein for dogs and cats, but because organ meats are nutrient-dense and relatively high in purines, it should be included in balanced amounts and properly handled or cooked/processed to minimize microbial risk.

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)
9.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
7.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
80.00%
Low High
1215
kcal / Kg
103
kcal / Can
High
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Pate
Processing method Canned
Food type Wet

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 Adult Maintenance
Substantiation Formulation
ACANA PREMIUM PC2TC9(TM) Lamb & Lamb Liver Recipe in Bone Broth Adult Cat Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.

Brand

ACANA offers high-protein dog and cat foods made from fresh regional ingredients. The brand focuses on biologically appropriate nutrition with recipes inspired by nature, often containing various ratios of meat, fish, and poultry along with fruits and vegetables. Positioned as a premium choice, ACANA targets pet owners seeking high-quality, grain-free or limited-ingredient diets.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Champion Petfoods
Parent company Mars, Incorporated
Founded 1985
Headquarters Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country Canada and United States
Manufacturing region Alberta; Kentucky
Manufacturing oversight

Champion Petfoods maintains full control over its manufacturing through its own award-winning kitchens — NorthStar in Alberta, Canada, and DogStar in Kentucky, USA. The company implements strict quality control, adheres to HACCP and FDA manufacturing standards, and monitors safety through both internal testing and third-party audits.

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 Acana Premium Pâté Lamb & Lamb Liver Recipe Wet Cat Food.

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

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