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Beef Feast Canned Cat Food
Feline Natural

Beef Feast Canned Cat Food

Verified Jul 25, 2026

Cat · Wet Kitten Adult Senior All Breed Sizes

This is a high-meat, grain-free canned pâté for cats of all life stages, featuring beef and beef organs as the primary ingredients. The recipe includes New Zealand green mussel plus added omega fatty acids, taurine, and a full vitamin–mineral mix to provide complete and balanced nutrition. Its high moisture content also helps support your cat’s daily fluid intake.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
7.8 out of 10

Solid Option

Nutritionally, this is a very strong wet diet for kittens, adults, and senior cats that leans heavily on animal-based ingredients, including a variety of nutrient-rich beef organs. Protein and fat levels are appropriate for an all-life-stages canned food, with added taurine and controlled minerals to support overall health. It should work well for most healthy cats who tolerate beef, and is especially nice for cats that benefit from higher moisture intake and a richer meat profile.

Nutritional profile 9.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Adequacy substantiation 4.0
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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Joint Care Digestive Health Immune Support Skin Coat Health Hydration Support
Suitable For
Kitten Adult Senior All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Very high inclusion of animal ingredients (beef and multiple beef organs), which supports a species-appropriate amino acid profile and good palatability for most cats.
  • Complete and balanced to AAFCO standards for all life stages, meaning it is suitable as a sole diet for kittens through seniors.
  • Includes beneficial extras such as New Zealand green mussel and added omega-3 and omega-6 sources, which contribute important fatty acids.
  • Grain-free without relying on legumes or starchy fillers, and relatively moderate mineral levels (calcium, phosphorus, magnesium) for a meat-rich canned food.

Considerations

  • Beef is a common protein allergen for some cats; this food would not be appropriate for cats with known beef sensitivities or beef-triggered inflammatory bowel disease.
  • The formula uses sunflower oil alongside fish oils; while balanced by omega-3 sources, sunflower oil is higher in omega-6, which some very sensitive cats may not tolerate as well in excess.
  • As with any rich, meat-dense canned food, rapid diet changes can cause digestive upset in some cats, so transitions should be done gradually.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Beef, Water Sufficient for Processing, Beef Heart, Beef Tripe, Beef Lung, Beef Kidney, Beef Liver, New Zealand Green Mussel, Sunflower Oil, Dried Kelp, Taurine, Flaxseed Flakes, Hoki Oil, Dipotassium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Salt, Minerals (Magnesium Oxide, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement).

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
Beef
Beef is commonly used in dog and cat foods as a primary animal protein and palatability enhancer, supplying high-quality essential amino acids, B vitamins, iron, and zinc that support muscle maintenance and overall health. Owners should note beef can be calorie- and fat-dense and is a relatively common allergen, and raw or improperly handled beef carries microbial risks, so formulation, fat content, and sourcing/processing are important considerations.
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02
Water
Water is an essential nutrient and the primary solvent and moisture component in pet foods, especially wet and canned diets, and is also used in processing and to adjust texture and palatability. It is vital for digestion, nutrient transport, temperature regulation and waste removal in dogs and cats; pets must have constant access to clean water as dehydration can quickly lead to serious health issues and requirements increase with activity, heat, or illness, while moisture in wet food can help meet part of their daily needs.
03
Beef Heart
Beef heart is a nutrient-dense organ meat commonly used in pet foods and treats as a high-quality animal protein and flavor enhancer, providing essential amino acids, taurine (especially important for cats and supportive of cardiac health in both species), B vitamins (including B12), iron, zinc and coenzyme Q10. It is a beneficial addition when part of a balanced diet but should not be the sole protein source—pets with beef allergies should avoid it, and processed or raw beef heart requires proper formulation and handling to ensure mineral balance and food-safety (e.g., control of sodium and pathogens).
04
Beef Tripe
Beef tripe (the cow’s stomach lining) is used in pet foods and treats as an animal-based protein source and palatability enhancer, often found in raw, frozen, or minimally processed diets and supplying digestible protein, fats, and some vitamins and minerals. It can also contain natural digestive enzymes and microbes that some claim support gut health, but it is often high in fat and odor, so owners should consider product sourcing and processing, monitor fat-sensitive pets (e.g., those with pancreatitis), and handle or cook it properly to reduce bacterial risk.
05
Beef Lung
Beef lung is an organ meat commonly used in pet foods and treats as a highly palatable, protein-rich ingredient that is relatively lean and easy to digest. It supplies B vitamins, iron and trace minerals but is not a complete diet on its own, so it should come from reputable sources and be properly processed to reduce pathogen risk and monitored for individual food sensitivities.

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)
9.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
7.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.60%
Low High
Moisture (max)
82.00%
Low High
91
kcal / 3 oz can
1065
kcal / Kg
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Kitten
Lifestage Adult
Lifestage Senior
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Pate
Processing method Canned
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 All Life Stages
Substantiation Formulation
Our Canned diets are formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles to be complete and balanced for all stages.

Brand

Feline Natural is a premium cat food brand offering freeze-dried and canned diets made from natural, New Zealand–sourced ingredients. It focuses on high-protein, grain-free formulations that mimic a cat’s natural prey diet, emphasizing whole meat and minimal carbohydrates.

Price tier $$$$$

Manufacturer

Company name K9 Natural Foods Limited
Parent company KKR (Natural Pet Food Group)
Founded 2006
Headquarters Christchurch, New Zealand
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country New Zealand
Manufacturing region Canterbury
Manufacturing oversight

K9 Natural maintains strict quality control in its New Zealand manufacturing facilities, following export-standard food safety systems including MPI (Ministry for Primary Industries) oversight. The company operates under human-grade processing standards and adheres to HACCP guidelines to ensure the safety and quality of its freeze-dried and wet pet foods.

Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited business seal
Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited

PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. K9 Natural Foods Limited is a PSC Accredited business. View profile

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 Feline Natural Beef Feast Canned Cat Food.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Feline Natural ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Feline Natural. We track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here.

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