Dave's Pet Food Restricted Diet Magnesium Chicken Pate Recipe In Gravy Wet Cat Food Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Wet Loaf
Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Wet Loaf scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.6 to 8.4. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Dave's Pet Food Restricted Diet Magnesium Chicken Pate Recipe In Gravy Wet Cat Food and Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Wet Loaf compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 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. |
5.50% | 7.50% |
| Fat | 3.00% | 4.80% |
| Fiber | 1.50% | 2.30% |
| Phosphorus | 0.18% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
80.00% | 77.20% |
| Calories | 1010 kcal/kg | 1121 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
MADE IN THAILAND/ CChicken Broth, Chicken, Chicken Liver, Rice Flour, Pumpkin, Natural Flavor, Fish Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Guar Gum, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Tricalcium Phosphate, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin, Vitamin A Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin), Taurine, Salt, Minerals (Zinc Oxide, Reduced Iron, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Potassium Iodide). Show full list Show less |
Water sufficient for processing, chicken by-products, chicken liver, chicken, corn flour, brewers rice flour, pork plasma, fish oil, powdered cellulose, calcium sulfate, sodium tripolyphosphate, sodium aluminosilicate, potassium chloride, natural flavors, carob bean gum, choline chloride, taurine, vitamins[DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), niacin supplement, biotin, D-calcium pantothenate, riboflavin supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid, vitamin D3 supplement], hydrolyzed yeast, carrageenan, citric acid, glycine, sodium carbonate, trace minerals[zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, ferrous sulfate, copper sulfate, manganous oxide, sodium selenite, calcium iodate], magnesium oxide, marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.). Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Urinary care, Hydration support | Digestive health, High energy, Probiotic support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Wet | Wet |
| Texture | Pate | Loaf |
| Processing | Canned | Canned |
| Life stage | Adult | 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 | Growth (puppy/kitten), Adult Maintenance | Adult Maintenance |
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 | Yes |
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 Liver
- Fish Oil
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Wet Loaf 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: Chicken, Chicken Liver, Fish Oil.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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