Tuna, Salmon & Beef Entrée Wet Cat Food
Verified Jun 9, 2026
This is a high‑protein, meat‑focused wet pâté for adult cats, built around tuna, salmon, sardine, chicken, beef, and lamb, plus organ meats and bone broths. The formula is very rich in animal ingredients with added taurine and balanced minerals, and it has high moisture to help support your cat’s daily water intake. It’s designed as a complete and balanced maintenance diet for adult cats who do well on mixed fish and red-meat proteins.
This is a very high-quality wet food for adult cats, with an impressive focus on varied animal proteins and organ meats, and no reliance on plant proteins or thickening gums. The protein, fat, and moisture levels are appropriate for a maintenance wet diet, and the added taurine and controlled phosphorus, calcium, and magnesium support overall nutritional balance. It’s an excellent option for healthy adult cats that tolerate fish and mixed proteins and whose owners prefer a meat-heavy, high-moisture canned food.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Extremely animal‑rich formula: multiple named fish (tuna, salmon, sardine) plus chicken, beef, lamb, and organ meats provide a wide range of high-quality proteins and nutrients.
- High moisture (about 80%) helps support hydration, which is especially beneficial for cats that don’t drink much water on their own.
- Formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for adult maintenance, so it can be fed as a sole diet to adult cats.
- Includes taurine and chelated minerals, which support heart, eye, and overall mineral nutrition, and avoids peas, lentils, and legumes entirely.
Considerations
- Contains several common allergens (fish, chicken, beef, lamb, shrimp), so it’s not a good fit for cats with known food allergies or sensitivities to these proteins.
- Very fish‑forward formula; for some cats, long‑term, heavily fish‑based feeding may not be ideal, so many veterinarians prefer rotating with non‑fish recipes over time.
- Menadione sodium bisulfite (a synthetic vitamin K source) is included; it is allowed and commonly used, but some pet owners prefer formulas without it.
Full Ingredient List
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.
02
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.
03
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.
04
Sardine
Sardine serves as a rich animal protein and palatability enhancer in pet food, supplying highly digestible protein, abundant omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), B vitamins and vitamin D, and when included whole can provide calcium and phosphorus. They can benefit both dogs and cats by supporting skin and coat, joint and cardiac health, but owners should watch for high sodium in some canned products, potential fish allergies or digestive upset in sensitive animals, and choose sustainably sourced, low‑sodium options to minimize contaminant exposure.
05
Chicken Liver
Chicken liver is a nutrient-dense organ meat commonly used in pet foods and treats as a highly palatable protein source and flavor enhancer, providing concentrated vitamins (especially vitamin A and B-complex), iron, and copper that support energy metabolism, red blood cell formation, and skin/coat health in both dogs and cats. Because it is so rich, liver should be fed in moderation—excessive intake can cause vitamin A toxicity, and its high fat content and risk of bacterial contamination mean it should be properly sourced or cooked and limited for pets with pancreatitis or specific dietary restrictions.
Nutritional Breakdown
How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter
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How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.Product Details & Brand
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AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional
adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.Brand
ORIJEN is Champion Petfoods' flagship super-premium brand, designed to mimic the evolutionary diets of dogs and cats. ORIJEN foods feature a high inclusion of fresh, whole meats and minimal processing. The brand positions itself in the super-premium segment, appealing to pet owners prioritizing ancestral feeding principles and transparency in ingredient sourcing.
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Champion Petfoods maintains full control over its manufacturing through its own award-winning kitchens — NorthStar in Alberta, Canada, and DogStar in Kentucky, USA. The company implements strict quality control, adheres to HACCP and FDA manufacturing standards, and monitors safety through both internal testing and third-party audits.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
Orijen Tuna, Salmon & Beef Entrée Wet Cat Food has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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Frequently Asked Questions
Has Orijen ever been recalled?
We have no recalls on record for Orijen. We monitor the FDA Pet Food Recall Database daily.
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