Dr. Elsey's Turkey Recipe Pate Wet Cat Food Hound & Gatos Turkey & Liver Recipe Wet Cat Food
Both score 8.7 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Dr. Elsey's Turkey Recipe Pate Wet Cat Food and Hound & Gatos Turkey & Liver Recipe Wet Cat Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 24, 2026 |
Verified Aug 2, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
8.7 / 10 | 8.7 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
11.00% | 10.00% |
| Fat | 8.00% | 8.50% |
| Fiber | 1.00% | 1.00% |
| Taurine | 0.10% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
78.00% | 78.00% |
| Calories | 1262 kcal/kg | 1222 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | High | High |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Turkey, Turkey Broth, Turkey Liver, Dried Egg Product, Ground Flaxseed, Agar-Agar, Salmon Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Flavor, New Zealand Green Mussel, Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Salt, Choline Chloride, Magnesium Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Sodium Carbonate, Zinc Proteinate, Calcium Carbonate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin A Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Vitamin D3 Supplement Show full list Show less |
Turkey, Turkey Broth, Turkey Liver, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Agar-Agar, Choline Chloride, Salmon Oil, Taurine, Salt, Iron Proteinate, 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 |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Weight management, Diabetic support, Kidney care, Hydration support, High energy | Sensitive stomach, Weight management, High energy |
| 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 | Yes |
| Life stages | Not listed | All Life Stages |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Not listed | 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.
- Turkey
- Turkey Broth
- Turkey Liver
- Agar
- Salmon Oil
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 8.7 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Turkey, Turkey Broth, Turkey Liver, Agar, Salmon Oil.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Dr. Elsey's Turkey Recipe Pate Wet Cat Food does not list an AAFCO status; Hound & Gatos Turkey & Liver Recipe Wet Cat Food is labeled complete and balanced.
See the full profiles: Dr. Elsey's Turkey Recipe Pate Wet Cat Food and Hound & Gatos Turkey & Liver Recipe Wet Cat Food .
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This is a neutral, factual comparison, not a ranking or an endorsement of either product. A food's guaranteed analysis gives legal minimums and maximums for a few nutrients, not measured values. No one can pay for placement or a higher score.
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