Fine Dining Pate Chicken With Lamb Entree In Gravy Recipe Wet Cat Food
Verified Aug 18, 2026
A high-moisture canned pate for cats of all life stages, using chicken as the primary protein with added lamb and egg for variety. The formula is complete and balanced per AAFCO, and its soft texture and gravy-style moisture can be especially appealing for picky eaters or cats who benefit from extra water in their diet. Added vitamins, minerals, taurine, and prebiotic fructooligosaccharide round out the nutritional profile.
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This is a well-formulated wet food for cats that emphasizes animal proteins, high moisture, and a smooth pate texture. It’s appropriate for kittens through adults and seniors, including pregnancy and lactation, as long as total daily calories from all foods are balanced. The use of named meats, egg, and added taurine is a plus, though the relatively modest protein level (as-fed) may be on the lower side compared with some other canned options, so it may be best used as part of a varied diet for very active or large cats.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Complete and balanced to AAFCO standards for all life stages, so it can nutritionally support kittens, adults, and queens during pregnancy/lactation when fed appropriately.
- Chicken, lamb, and dried egg product provide multiple high-quality animal protein sources with good amino acid profiles for cats.
- Very high moisture content (84%) helps with daily hydration, which can be beneficial for urinary tract and kidney support in many cats.
- Includes taurine, essential vitamins and minerals, and a prebiotic fiber (fructooligosaccharide) to support overall nutrient intake and gut health.
Considerations
- Chicken, lamb, and egg are common protein allergens, so this would not be suitable for cats needing a novel-protein or limited-ingredient diet for suspected food allergies.
- Protein content is moderate for a canned diet; very active or underweight cats may need careful portioning or additional higher-protein foods to meet their needs.
- Contains tapioca starch as a carbohydrate/thickening agent, which adds some non-protein calories and may be less ideal for cats that need very carb-restricted diets.
Full Ingredient List
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Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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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.
02
Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
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Tapioca Starch
Tapioca starch is a purified carbohydrate used in pet foods mainly as a thickener, binder and easily digestible energy source, contributing virtually no protein, fat, vitamins or minerals. It is low‑allergy and gluten‑free, but because it is a high‑glycemic, low‑nutrient filler it should be limited in diets for overweight or diabetic pets and not relied on for essential nutrition.
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Lamb
Lamb is commonly used in dog and cat foods as a high-quality animal protein that supplies essential amino acids, iron and B vitamins and is often chosen for its palatability or as a “novel” protein in elimination diets. It can be higher in fat and calories than some other meats and may still cause allergic reactions in sensitive animals, so owners of overweight pets or those with food sensitivities should consult a veterinarian and use proper handling/cooking practices if feeding raw or homemade lamb.
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Egg Product
Egg product is used in pet foods as a high-quality, highly digestible animal protein and palatability enhancer, providing complete essential amino acids, fats, vitamins (such as A, D and B12), minerals and choline, and it often serves as a binder or emulsifier when included as whole, dried or concentrated egg. It supplies bioavailable nutrients for dogs and cats but can be a food allergen for some individuals, may be higher in fat depending on yolk content, and should be properly processed (pasteurized or cooked) to reduce microbial risk.
Nutritional Breakdown
How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter
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Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional
adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.Brand
Fussie Cat offers palatable cat foods emphasizing high protein and moisture content. It is known for its 'cats as connoisseurs' approach, focusing on recipes that appeal to finicky eaters.
Manufacturer
Pets Global partners with trusted U.S.-based manufacturers for its products, maintaining oversight of ingredient sourcing and recipe formulation to ensure food safety and nutritional quality standards. Its products are formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles and follow U.S. FDA manufacturing guidelines.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
No recall is listed for Fussie Cat Fine Dining Pate Chicken With Lamb Entree In Gravy Recipe Wet Cat Food.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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