Blackwood Chicken & Salmon With Pumpkin & New Zealand Mussels Wet Cat Food Nulo Freestyle Cat & Kitten Chicken & Salmon Recipe In Broth Wet Food
Blackwood Chicken & Salmon With Pumpkin & New Zealand Mussels Wet Cat Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.4 to 8.3. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Blackwood Chicken & Salmon With Pumpkin & New Zealand Mussels Wet Cat Food and Nulo Freestyle Cat & Kitten Chicken & Salmon Recipe In Broth Wet Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 27, 2026 |
Verified Jul 19, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.4 / 10 | 8.3 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
9.50% | 9.00% |
| Fat | Not listed | 6.00% |
| Fiber | 1.00% | 1.00% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.10% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
78.00% | 80.00% |
| Calories | 1284 kcal/kg | 1360 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | High | High |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, chicken broth, salmon, pumpkin, natural flavors, chicken liver, pea meal, agar-agar, potassium chloride, parsley, choline chloride, salt, dandelion greens, dried New Zealand green mussels, salmon oil, taurine, calcium carbonate, zinc proteinate, manganese proteinate, copper proteinate, magnesium proteinate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate, thiamine mononitrate, niacin supplement, vitamin E supplement, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin supplement, biotin, vitamin A supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Chicken Broth, Chickpeas, Salmon, Pumpkin, Coconut Oil, Tricalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Inulin, Guar Gum, Salt, Choline Chloride, Magnesium Sulfate, Taurine, Salmon Oil, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Thiamine Mononitrate (source of Vitamin B1), Vitamin A Supplement, Nicotinic Acid (Vitamin B3), Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Calcium Iodate, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Calcium d-Pantothenate (source of Vitamin B5), Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), Sodium Selenite, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (source of Vitamin B6), Folic Acid, Cholecalciferol (source of Vitamin D3), Biotin, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K activity). Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Not listed | Digestive health, Hydration support, High energy, Immune support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Wet | Wet |
| Texture | Pate | Pate |
| Processing | Canned | Not listed |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | 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 | Yes |
| Life stages | All Life Stages | All Life Stages |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | Formulation |
| 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.
- Chicken
- Chicken Broth
- Salmon
- Pumpkin
- Potassium Chloride
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Blackwood Chicken & Salmon With Pumpkin & New Zealand Mussels Wet Cat Food scores higher, 8.4 to 8.3 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Broth, Salmon, Pumpkin, Potassium Chloride.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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