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Cat & Kitten Minced Tuna, Chicken & Pumpkin in Broth Recipe

Verified Aug 24, 2026

Cat · Wet Kitten Adult All Breed Sizes

This is a minced, canned wet food for kittens and adult cats that uses tuna and chicken as the main protein sources, with pumpkin added for extra fiber. It’s a grain-free, high-moisture recipe, which can help support hydration, and includes added taurine and a full vitamin-mineral mix for complete and balanced nutrition at all life stages. Salmon oil and flaxseed contribute beneficial fatty acids that can support skin, coat, and overall health.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.5 out of 10

Strong Choice

Nutritionally, this is a high-quality all-life-stages wet food suitable for both kittens and adult cats, including many who prefer a minced texture. It offers animal proteins from tuna and chicken along with pumpkin for gentle fiber and a very high moisture content, which can be especially helpful for urinary health. The formula is grain-free without relying on peas or lentils and includes added taurine and chelated minerals, making it a strong option for many cats as a primary or supplemental diet.

Nutritional profile 9.0
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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Heart Care Skin Coat Health Hydration Support Digestive Health
Suitable For
Kitten Adult All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Named animal proteins (tuna and chicken) are the primary ingredients, providing high-quality, highly digestible protein for growth and maintenance.
  • Very high moisture content (82%) helps support hydration, which is beneficial for cats’ urinary health, especially if they don’t drink much water.
  • Contains salmon oil and flaxseed, which supply omega fatty acids that can support skin, coat, and overall wellness.
  • Formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages, so it’s appropriate for kittens, adults, and pregnant or nursing queens when fed as directed.

Considerations

  • Fish (tuna) and chicken are both common allergens in cats, so this may not be suitable for cats with known sensitivities to those proteins.
  • Menadione (a synthetic vitamin K source) is included; it is allowed and commonly used in pet foods, but some owners prefer to avoid it.
  • As a fish-forward formula, it’s generally best used as part of a rotation or balanced with non-fish recipes to avoid relying solely on fish long-term.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Tuna, Tuna Broth, Chicken, Chicken, Chicken Broth, Pumpkin, Coconut Oil, Dried Egg, Tricalcium Phosphate, Guar Gum, Potassium Chloride, Salmon oil, Flaxseed, Dried Kelp, Agar-Agar, Inulin, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Magnesium Sulfate, Salt, Parsley, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Thiamine Mononitrate (source of Vitamin B1), Vitamin A Supplement, Nicotinic Acid (Vitamin B3), Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Calcium Iodate, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Calcium d-Pantothenate (source of Vitamin B5), Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), Sodium Selenite, Vitamin B12 Supplements, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (source of Vitamin B6), Folic Acid, Cholecalciferol (source of Vitamin D3), Biotin, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K activity).

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
Tuna
Tuna is commonly used in pet foods as a highly palatable animal protein and flavor enhancer, providing readily digestible protein and omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) along with B vitamins for both dogs and cats. While nutritionally beneficial, tuna can be high in mercury or sodium (especially canned), and feeding it exclusively or frequently may cause nutrient imbalances (including risks for thiamine or taurine issues in cats), so it should be offered in moderation as part of a complete, balanced diet.
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02
Tuna Broth
Tuna broth is used in pet foods and toppers mainly as a flavor enhancer and moisture source to improve palatability and encourage hydration; it may contribute small amounts of fish-derived protein and omega‑3s but is not a significant standalone protein source. While it can make meals more appealing, pet parents should watch for added salt or preservatives, potential fish allergies, and contaminants such as mercury or histamine, and remember tuna broth does not provide a complete, balanced nutrient profile (including taurine for cats).
03
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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04
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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05
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.

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)
12.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
3.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
0.50%
Low High
Moisture (max)
82.00%
Low High
905
kcal / Kg
72
kcal / Can
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Kitten
Lifestage Adult
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Minced
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 All Life Stages
Substantiation Formulation
Nulo Minced Tuna, Chicken & Pumpkin Recipe in Broth Cat & Kitten Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages.

Brand

Nulo is a premium pet food brand focused on grain-free and high-meat-protein recipes for dogs and cats. It is positioned as a performance and wellness brand, emphasizing quality ingredients, ancestral diet alignment, and the inclusion of probiotics to support digestive health.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Nulo, Inc.
Parent company Apax Partners
Founded 2009
Headquarters Austin, Texas, USA
Website nulo.com
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Midwest and Southern regions
Manufacturing oversight

Nulo partners with trusted manufacturing facilities in the United States and Canada that maintain high food safety standards including HACCP and SQF certification. Nulo oversees ingredient sourcing and quality control to ensure nutritional accuracy and consistency across batches.

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 Nulo Cat & Kitten Minced Tuna, Chicken & Pumpkin in Broth Recipe.

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

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We have no recalls on record for Nulo. 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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