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Adult Perfect Weight Salmon and Vegetables Stew Wet Cat Food
Hill's Science Diet

Adult Perfect Weight Salmon and Vegetables Stew Wet Cat Food

Verified Aug 28, 2026

Cat · Wet Adult All Breed Sizes

This is a wet weight-management stew for adult cats, using salmon, chicken, pork liver, and tuna as key animal protein sources. It’s formulated with higher fiber from ingredients like powdered cellulose and tomato pomace to help cats feel fuller on fewer calories, and includes added taurine, omega fatty acids, and a full vitamin–mineral blend. The diet has been validated in AAFCO feeding trials for adult maintenance, which supports its use as a primary food for adult cats who need help reaching or maintaining a healthy weight.

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KibbleLab Score
9.3 out of 10

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Nutritionally, this is a well-designed weight-control wet food for adult cats, with a good balance of protein, moderate fat, and relatively high fiber to support satiety. Multiple named animal proteins provide a complete amino acid profile, and the micronutrient levels (including taurine and omega-3/6 fats) are thoughtfully balanced. It’s especially suitable for adult cats who are overweight or prone to weight gain, provided portions are carefully measured and monitored with your veterinarian’s guidance.

Nutritional profile 8.0
Ingredient composition 7.0
Adequacy substantiation 10.0
Health considerations 10.0
Manufacturer evidence (WSAVA criteria) +0.5

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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
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7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
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At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
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Weight Management
Diet & Compliance
Meets WSAVA criteria
Suitable For
Adult All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Validated by AAFCO feeding trials for adult maintenance, which supports good digestibility and overall nutritional adequacy.
  • Multiple named animal protein sources (salmon, chicken, pork liver, tuna) provide high-quality, complete protein suitable for cats.
  • Formulated with relatively high fiber (from powdered cellulose and tomato pomace) and moderate fat to help promote fullness and support weight management.
  • Includes added taurine, L-carnitine, and omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which support heart, muscle, and skin/coat health in adult cats.

Considerations

  • Contains several common protein allergens (chicken, pork, fish), so it’s not a good choice for cats with known food allergies to any of these ingredients.
  • Fiber is on the higher side for a cat food, which is helpful for weight control but may lead to softer stools or more frequent bowel movements in some sensitive cats.
  • Uses wheat gluten as part of the protein/carbohydrate mix; while generally safe, it may not suit cats that must strictly avoid gluten-containing ingredients.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Chicken Broth, Pork Liver, Carrots, Salmon, Wheat Gluten, Chicken, Powdered Cellulose, Spinach, Rice Starch, Rice, Tuna, Dried Tomato Pomace, Flaxseed, Hydrolyzed Chicken Flavor, Coconut Oil, Potassium Alginate, Calcium Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Natural Flavor, Calcium Lactate, Calcium Gluconate, Monosodium Phosphate, Guar Gum, Choline Chloride, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K), Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Folic Acid), Taurine, Leucine, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Iodized Salt, L-Carnitine, minerals (Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate).

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
Chicken Broth
Chicken broth is commonly used in pet foods and toppers as a flavorful liquid base or gravy to improve palatability and add moisture, providing modest amounts of soluble protein, electrolytes and minerals. It can help encourage eating and increase hydration, but owners should choose low‑sodium, onion‑ and garlic‑free formulations (or make homemade broth), since commercial broths may contain excessive salt, seasonings or additives that are unsafe or unsuitable for dogs and cats.
02
Pork Liver
Pork liver is an organ meat used in pet foods as a nutrient‑dense source of high‑quality protein and concentrated vitamins and minerals—notably vitamin A, B vitamins (including B12 and folate), iron and copper—that support red blood cell production, skin/coat condition and overall metabolism. Because liver is very rich in vitamin A and certain minerals, it should be included in limited amounts to avoid hypervitaminosis A or mineral imbalances and must be properly processed to reduce pathogen risk; pets with urinary stone issues or a pork sensitivity should use caution.
03
Carrot
Carrot is used in pet foods as a vegetable ingredient providing fiber, moisture, texture and antioxidant nutrients such as beta‑carotene (a provitamin A), vitamin K, vitamin C and potassium, contributing to palatability and digestive bulk. Cooked carrots are more digestible and release more beta‑carotene, but cats cannot efficiently convert beta‑carotene to active vitamin A so carrots are more nutritionally useful for dogs than as a primary vitamin A source for cats; they should be fed in moderation due to natural sugars and should be offered in appropriately sized pieces to avoid choking.
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04
Salmon
Salmon is commonly used as a high-quality animal protein and rich source of omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) in dog and cat foods, supporting skin and coat condition, joint and cognitive health, and overall muscle maintenance. While very nutritious, salmon can be an allergen for some pets and raw salmon may pose risks from parasites, thiaminase-related thiamine loss, and region-specific pathogens (e.g., salmon poisoning); owners should avoid feeding uncooked bones and consider sourcing to minimize contaminant and sustainability concerns.
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05
Wheat Gluten
Wheat gluten is a concentrated plant protein commonly used in dry pet foods as a protein booster, binder and texture improver to help form kibble and extend meat-based ingredients. It provides digestible protein for dogs and cats but is low in certain essential amino acids (notably lysine) and lacks animal-specific nutrients like taurine, so it should not be the sole protein source; pets with wheat or gluten sensitivities may also experience allergic or gastrointestinal reactions.

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.
Dry Matter Basis
Protein (typical)
38.40%
Low AAFCO min: 26% High
Fat (typical)
14.10%
Low AAFCO min: 9% High
Crude Fiber (typical)
9.80%
Low Typical: 3–5% High
817
kcal / Kg
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Stew
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 Adult Maintenance
Substantiation Feeding Trials
Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Hill's Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight Salmon and Vegetables Stew Cat Food provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of adult cats

Brand

Hill's Science Diet is a premium pet food brand focused on life-stage and lifestyle-specific nutrition for dogs and cats, formulated with high-quality ingredients and balanced by veterinarians and nutritionists for optimal pet health.

Price tier $$$$
WSAVA Meets criteria

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Manufacturer

Company name Hill's Pet Nutrition
Parent company Colgate-Palmolive Company
Founded 1907
Headquarters Topeka, Kansas, USA
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Kansas
Manufacturing oversight

Hill's Pet Nutrition maintains strict quality and safety standards in all of its manufacturing sites, with adherence to rigorous ingredient testing and safety validation procedures. Facilities follow current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and are regularly audited for quality, safety, and consistency. All products meet or exceed AAFCO and FDA regulatory standards for pet food.

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Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited

PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. Hill's Pet Nutrition 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 Hill's Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight Salmon and Vegetables Stew Wet Cat Food.

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

Hill's Science Diet has 2 recalls on record. View brand recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Hill's Science Diet ever been recalled?

Hill's Science Diet has 2 recalls on record. The most recent was FDA Recall: Hill’s Pet Nutrition on May 21, 2019.

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No. KibbleLab provides data-driven food analysis, not medical advice. Always consult your veterinarian before making dietary changes, especially for pets with health conditions.

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