Halo Grain Free Chicken Recipe In Broth Soft Pate Adult Wet Cat Food Instinct Original Pates Real Chicken Recipe Wet Cat Food
Instinct Original Pates Real Chicken Recipe Wet Cat Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.6 to 8.4. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Halo Grain Free Chicken Recipe In Broth Soft Pate Adult Wet Cat Food and Instinct Original Pates Real Chicken Recipe Wet Cat Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 19, 2026 |
Verified Jul 18, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
8.4 / 10 | 8.6 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
9.00% | 10.00% |
| Fat | 6.00% | 8.50% |
| Fiber | 1.50% | 2.00% |
| Omega-3 | Not listed | 0.20% |
| Omega-6 | Not listed | 1.00% |
| Taurine | 0.05% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
84.00% | 78.00% |
| Calories | 1025 kcal/kg | 1360 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | High |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, chicken broth, chicken liver, carrots, turkey, green beans, peas, celery, sweet potatoes, guar gum, xanthan gum, potassium chloride, pumpkin, flaxseed oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), minerals (iron amino acid chelate, zinc amino acid chelate, copper amino acid chelate, manganese amino acid chelate, sodium selenite, potassium iodide), choline chloride, vitamins (vitamin E supplement, thiamine mononitrate, niacin supplement, d-calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin supplement, vitamin A supplement, biotin, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid), taurine, dried kelp, salmon oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), magnesium sulfate, natural flavor. Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Turkey, Chicken Liver, Chicken Broth, Ground Flaxseeds, Menhaden Fish Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Egg Product, Peas, Carrots, Potassium Chloride, Minerals (Iron Proteinate, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Potassium Iodide), Salt, Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Taurine, Magnesium Sulfate, Cranberries, Pumpkin, Tomato, Blueberries, Broccoli, Kale, Parsley. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Digestive health, Heart care, Eye health | Hydration support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Wet | Wet |
| Texture | Pate | Pate |
| 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 | Adult Maintenance | All Life Stages |
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 | 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 | Yes |
| 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 Broth
- Chicken Liver
- Carrot
- Turkey
- Pea
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Instinct Original Pates Real Chicken Recipe Wet Cat Food scores higher, 8.6 to 8.4 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science, and no one can pay for a higher score.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Broth, Chicken Liver, Carrot, Turkey, Pea.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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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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