Meow Mix Tenders in Sauce With Real Chicken & Beef Wet Cat Food Optimeal Chicken & Turkey In Gravy Tender Morsels Wet Cat Food
Optimeal Chicken & Turkey In Gravy Tender Morsels Wet Cat Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.4 to 6.6. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Meow Mix Tenders in Sauce With Real Chicken & Beef Wet Cat Food and Optimeal Chicken & Turkey In Gravy Tender Morsels Wet Cat Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 29, 2026 |
Verified Jul 27, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
6.6 / 10 | 8.4 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
10.00% | 9.50% |
| Fat | 2.50% | 2.50% |
| Fiber | 1.50% | 1.20% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 0.20% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 0.18% |
| Omega-3 | Not listed | 0.04% |
| Omega-6 | Not listed | 0.35% |
| Taurine | 0.05% | 0.05% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
82.00% | 84.00% |
| Calories | 835 kcal/kg | 795 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Low |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken Broth, Tuna, Chicken, Sardines, Beef, Modified Tapioca Starch, Wheat Gluten, Chicken By-Products, Natural Flavor, Dextrose, Calcium Sulfate, Guar Gum, Soy Flour, Dried Egg Product, Added Color, Glycine, Salt, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Potassium Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Source Of Vitamin K Activity), Biotin), Choline Chloride, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenite), Taurine, Sodium Nitrite (To Promote Color Retention). Show full list Show less |
Chicken Broth, Deboned Chicken, Chicken, Pork Liver, Beef, Turkey, Pork Lungs, Animal Plasma, Water Sufficient For Processing, Pea Fiber, Tapioca Starch, Minerals (Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Zinc Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide), Natural Flavor, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Salmon Oil, Glycine, Guar Gum, Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Taurine, Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Folic Acid, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Sodium Tripolyphosphate, DL-methionine, Cranberries, Fructooligosaccharide (FOS), Yeast Extract, Dried Pot Marigold, Chamomile, Thyme, Safflower Oil, L-carnitine Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Not listed | Digestive health, Skin coat health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Wet | Wet |
| Texture | Chunks In Sauce | Chunks In Gravy |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| 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 | Adult Maintenance |
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 | No |
| 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 Broth
- Chicken
- Beef
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Optimeal Chicken & Turkey In Gravy Tender Morsels Wet Cat Food scores higher, 8.4 to 6.6 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken Broth, Chicken, Beef.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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