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Pure Salmon and Whitefish in Broth Wet Cat Food
Canidae

Pure Salmon and Whitefish in Broth Wet Cat Food

Verified Jul 26, 2026

Cat · Wet Adult All Breed Sizes

A grain-free wet food for adult cats featuring salmon, tuna, and whitefish in a broth-based, chunky texture. It offers moderate protein with very low fat, and includes added vitamins, minerals, and taurine for complete and balanced adult maintenance. This formula may appeal to cats that enjoy fish-based recipes or need a more limited-ingredient, easy-to-digest wet diet.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
7.0 out of 10

Solid Option

This is a well-formulated, fish-based wet food that provides complete and balanced nutrition for adult cats, with simple ingredients and a broth-rich texture that can help support hydration. Protein comes from named fish sources, and the recipe avoids grains and carrageenan while still including key nutrients like taurine and added vitamins and minerals. It’s generally a solid option for healthy adult cats that do well on fish, though the very low fat level and reliance on multiple fish proteins won’t suit every cat’s needs or sensitivities.

Nutritional profile 3.2
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
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Digestive Health Allergy Support Immune Support Heart Care Eye Health
Diet & Compliance
Limited Ingredient
Suitable For
Adult All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Named fish proteins (salmon, tuna, whitefish) high on the ingredient list provide good-quality animal protein for adult cats.
  • High moisture content can help support hydration, which is especially helpful for cats that don’t drink much water on their own.
  • Grain-free without relying heavily on legumes; peas appear lower in the list and are not a dominant ingredient.
  • Complete and balanced to AAFCO standards for adult maintenance, with added taurine, vitamins, and minerals to support overall health.

Considerations

  • Very low fat (minimum 1%) may not be ideal for all cats, particularly those that are very active or underweight and may benefit from more dietary fat and calories.
  • Fish (including salmon, tuna, and whitefish) is a common allergen for some cats, so this wouldn’t be appropriate for cats with known fish sensitivities.
  • Multiple different fish species are used, so it is not a single-protein fish formula for strict elimination diets.
  • Menadione (a synthetic form of vitamin K) is included; it is commonly used in pet foods but is somewhat controversial among some pet owners.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Fish broth, salmon, tuna, whitefish, carrots, sunflower oil, sweet potatoes, potato starch, guar gum, tricalcium phosphate, peas, choline chloride, potassium chloride, taurine, salt, magnesium sulfate, a-tocopherol acetate, ferrous sulfate, zinc oxide, niacin, beta-carotene, vitamin A acetate, copper proteinate, manganese sulfate, thiamine mononitrate, dicalcium phosphate, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, biotin, vitamin B12 supplement, sodium selenite, cholecalciferol, menadione sodium bisulfite complex, potassium iodide, folic acid, magnesium oxide.

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
Fish Broth
Fish broth is used in pet food primarily as a flavor and moisture enhancer, providing modest amounts of fish-derived protein, amino acids, minerals and sometimes trace omega‑3s but not serving as a primary source of complete nutrition. It can improve hydration and entice picky, senior, or ill dogs and cats to eat, but caregivers should watch for high sodium, added seasonings (especially onion or garlic), potential fish allergies, and variable quality depending on processing.
02
Salmon
Salmon is commonly used as a high-quality animal protein and rich source of omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) in dog and cat foods, supporting skin and coat condition, joint and cognitive health, and overall muscle maintenance. While very nutritious, salmon can be an allergen for some pets and raw salmon may pose risks from parasites, thiaminase-related thiamine loss, and region-specific pathogens (e.g., salmon poisoning); owners should avoid feeding uncooked bones and consider sourcing to minimize contaminant and sustainability concerns.
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03
Tuna
Tuna is commonly used in pet foods as a highly palatable animal protein and flavor enhancer, providing readily digestible protein and omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) along with B vitamins for both dogs and cats. While nutritionally beneficial, tuna can be high in mercury or sodium (especially canned), and feeding it exclusively or frequently may cause nutrient imbalances (including risks for thiamine or taurine issues in cats), so it should be offered in moderation as part of a complete, balanced diet.
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04
Whitefish
Whitefish (such as pollock, cod, or haddock) is commonly used in pet foods as a lean animal protein source that provides high‑quality essential amino acids, good digestibility, and some omega‑3 fatty acids to support skin, coat and muscle maintenance. While generally palatable and useful for weight‑managed formulas, pet parents should be aware of potential fish allergies and the importance of responsible sourcing and processing to minimize contaminants; cats also require adequate dietary taurine, so whitefish should be part of a complete, balanced diet.
05
Carrot
Carrot is used in pet foods as a vegetable ingredient providing fiber, moisture, texture and antioxidant nutrients such as beta‑carotene (a provitamin A), vitamin K, vitamin C and potassium, contributing to palatability and digestive bulk. Cooked carrots are more digestible and release more beta‑carotene, but cats cannot efficiently convert beta‑carotene to active vitamin A so carrots are more nutritionally useful for dogs than as a primary vitamin A source for cats; they should be fed in moderation due to natural sugars and should be offered in appropriately sized pieces to avoid choking.
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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)
11.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
1.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.50%
Low High
Moisture (max)
87.00%
Low High
657
kcal / Kg
46
kcal / Can
Low
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Chunks In Broth
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
complete and balanced nutrition for adult cats

Brand

Canidae is a premium pet food brand offering natural, nutritionally balanced dog and cat foods made with responsibly sourced proteins and ingredients. The brand features lines like PURE, All Life Stages, and Goodness, targeting pet owners seeking holistic, sustainable, and high-quality nutrition.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Canidae Pet Food Holdings, LLC
Parent company Ethos Pet Brands (L Catterton / Nexus Capital)
Founded 1996
Headquarters Stamford, Connecticut, USA
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Texas
Manufacturing oversight

Canidae operates its own manufacturing facility in Brownwood, Texas, known as the Canidae Pet Nutrition plant, where it maintains quality control and production oversight. The company adheres to industry food safety programs and follows FDA and AAFCO standards for pet food production.

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 Canidae Pure Salmon and Whitefish in Broth Wet Cat Food.

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

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