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Limited Ingredient Diet Venison Entrée Wet Cat Food
KOHA

Limited Ingredient Diet Venison Entrée Wet Cat Food

Verified Aug 29, 2026

Cat · Wet Adult All Breed Sizes

This is a limited-ingredient canned pâté formulated for adult cats, using venison and venison liver as the only animal protein sources. It provides a moderate fat, moisture-rich diet with chickpeas and flaxseed for additional nutrients, plus pumpkin and cranberries as notable plant ingredients. It’s designed as a complete and balanced maintenance food and can also be used as a topper for adult cats, especially those needing a novel protein option.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.8 out of 10

Strong Choice

This venison-based limited-ingredient pâté is a good option for adult cats who need a novel animal protein or have had trouble with more common proteins like chicken or beef. The moisture-rich canned format can help support overall hydration, and the simple ingredient list may suit many cats with food sensitivities. It’s intended for healthy adult cats and not for kittens or pregnant/nursing queens.

Nutritional profile 10.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Adequacy substantiation 7.0
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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Allergy Support Sensitive Stomach Digestive Health Urinary Care
Diet & Compliance
Limited Ingredient
Suitable For
Adult All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Venison and venison liver are the only animal proteins, which can be helpful for cats with suspected protein allergies.
  • The limited-ingredient formula avoids common grains and several common protein allergens like chicken and beef.
  • High moisture content supports hydration, which is especially beneficial for many cats who don’t drink much water.
  • AAFCO-complete for adult maintenance, so it can be fed as a stand-alone diet for adult cats.

Considerations

  • Venison is still a red meat protein, so it may not suit cats that react to multiple meats, including some novel proteins.
  • Contains chickpeas, which some sensitive cats may not tolerate well, though they are not common allergens.
  • Formulated only for adult maintenance, so it is not appropriate as the sole diet for kittens or pregnant/nursing cats.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Venison, Water Sufficient for Processing, Venison Liver, Ground Chickpeas, Ground Flaxseed, Canola Meal, Brewers Dried Yeast, Agar Agar, Potassium Chloride, Pumpkin, Salt, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Dried Kale, Cranberries, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Proteinate, Ginger, Turmeric, Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin, Potassium Iodide, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid.

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
Venison
Venison is used in pet food primarily as a high-quality, novel animal protein source that is lean and rich in essential amino acids, iron and B vitamins, making it suitable for both dogs and cats and commonly included in limited-ingredient or hypoallergenic formulas. It can benefit pets with sensitivities to common proteins like beef or chicken and offer a lower-fat alternative, but owners should note that it may be too lean for growing animals, still can cause allergies in some pets, and raw or poorly sourced venison may carry parasites or contaminants (risks that are minimized in properly processed commercial diets).
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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
Venison Liver
Venison liver is an organ meat used in pet foods as a nutrient-dense protein and flavor enhancer and is especially common in novel‑protein or limited‑ingredient diets; it supplies high levels of bioavailable vitamin A, B vitamins (including B12), iron and other trace minerals. Because liver is very rich in vitamin A, minerals and can be relatively high in fat and purines, it should be included in controlled amounts to avoid hypervitaminosis A, digestive upset or problems for pets prone to pancreatitis or with copper/purine sensitivities, and commercially processed ingredients reduce pathogen risk compared with raw feeding.
04
Chickpea
Chickpeas are a legume commonly used in pet foods as a plant-based protein, source of digestible carbohydrates, and supply of soluble and insoluble fiber that helps with stool quality and satiety. They can be a useful ingredient for dogs but are not a complete protein for obligate carnivores like cats and may cause gas or digestive upset if underprocessed; additionally, high inclusion of legumes in some grain‑free diets has been discussed as a potential factor in canine dilated cardiomyopathy so diets should be balanced and any concerns discussed with your veterinarian.
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05
Flaxseed
Flaxseed is used in pet foods as a plant-based source of alpha‑linolenic acid (ALA) omega‑3, soluble and insoluble fiber, and modest protein, often added to support skin and coat condition, digestive health, and kibble texture; ground seed or flaxseed oil is more digestible than whole seed. Dogs can partially convert ALA to long‑chain EPA/DHA but cats convert ALA poorly and therefore still need marine sources for essential DHA/EPA; flax is calorie‑dense, prone to oxidation if not stabilized, and contains lignans (phytoestrogens) and trace cyanogenic compounds, so it should be processed and used in moderation.
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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)
4.50%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
78.00%
Low High
1117
kcal / Kg
95
kcal / 3 Oz Can
174
kcal / 5.5 Oz Can
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
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 Adult Maintenance
Substantiation Formulation
KOHA Limited Ingredient Diet Venison Entre9e Cat Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles For Maintenance. Made in USA.

Brand

KOHA is a minimal-ingredient pet food brand offering moisture-rich canned wet food, stews, and novel-protein recipes (including kangaroo, venison, duck, and rabbit) for dogs and cats with food sensitivities or selective appetites.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name KOHA Pet
Parent company Nootie
Founded 2014
Headquarters Delray Beach, Florida, USA
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing oversight

KOHA does not own its canneries; production is handled by third-party co-packers in the USA, Canada, and Thailand, and the country of production varies by product.

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 KOHA Limited Ingredient Diet Venison Entrée Wet Cat Food.

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

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Has KOHA ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for KOHA. 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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