Addiction Wild Islands New Zealand Venison Recipe Grain-Free Canned Cat Food Dr. Elsey's Beef Recipe Pate Wet Cat Food
Dr. Elsey's Beef Recipe Pate Wet Cat Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.6 to 8.4. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Addiction Wild Islands New Zealand Venison Recipe Grain-Free Canned Cat Food and Dr. Elsey's Beef Recipe Pate Wet Cat Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified May 19, 2026 |
Verified Jul 25, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.4 / 10 | 8.6 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
9.00% | 9.00% |
| Fat | 6.00% | 5.00% |
| Fiber | 2.00% | 1.50% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.10% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
78.00% | 78.00% |
| Calories | 1190 kcal/kg | 1096 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Venison and Venison Offal, Water sufficient for processing, Beef Lung, Beef, Beef Liver, Lamb Plasma, Dried Yeast, Cassia Gum, Sunflower Oil, Sodium Pyrophosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Guar Gum, Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Magnesium Sulfate, Choline Chloride, Green-lipped Mussel, Kiwifruit, Manuka Honey, Kelp, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Vitamin B3, Vitamin E, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, Vitamin A, Vitamin B7, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin B9, Vitamin D3. Show full list Show less |
Beef, Beef Broth, Beef Liver, Agar-Agar, Calcium Sulfate, Natural Flavor, Salmon Oil, New Zealand Green Mussel, Dried Egg Product, Tricalcium Phosphate, Salt, Dried Barley Grass, Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Magnesium Oxide, Choline Chloride, Betaine Anhydrous, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Niacin, Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Immune support, Digestive health, Joint care, Hydration support, Allergy support | Appetite support, Kidney care, Weight management, Diabetic support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Wet | Wet |
| Texture | Pate | Pate |
| Processing | Canned | Canned |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | All Life Stages |
| 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. |
Not indicated | 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. |
Not listed | 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 | No |
| 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.
- Beef
- Beef Liver
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Dr. Elsey's Beef Recipe Pate Wet Cat Food scores higher, 8.6 to 8.4 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Beef, Beef Liver.
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