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Carnivore Cravings Savory Shreds Chicken & Salmon Recipe Wet Cat Food
Stella & Chewy's

Carnivore Cravings Savory Shreds Chicken & Salmon Recipe Wet Cat Food

Cat · Wet Adult Kitten All Breed Sizes

This is a shredded wet cat food in broth that uses chicken and salmon as its main animal protein sources. It is very high in moisture and relatively low in carbohydrates, making it a good option for boosting your cat’s water intake alongside their regular diet. Added taurine and a full vitamin–mineral mix help support overall daily nutrition for kittens and adult cats.

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Over-the-counter No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.5 out of 10

Strong Choice

This canned food offers a high-moisture, meat-focused option for kittens and adult cats, using chicken and salmon as key proteins. The recipe is low in carbs and free of grains and legumes, which can suit cats that do better on simpler formulas. It can work well as a main wet food or as a topper to add hydration and palatability to other diets.

Nutritional profile 7.4
Ingredient composition 8.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 3 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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Hydration Support Heart Care
Suitable For
Adult Kitten All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Chicken and salmon provide animal-based protein that aligns well with a cat’s natural needs.
  • Very high moisture content helps support hydration, which is especially helpful for cats that don’t drink much water.
  • Relatively low in carbohydrates, which can be beneficial for maintaining a healthy body weight in some cats.
  • Includes added taurine and a full vitamin and mineral premix to support daily nutritional needs.

Considerations

  • Chicken and salmon are common protein allergens, so this wouldn’t be appropriate for cats with known sensitivities to those ingredients.
  • The fat level is fairly low, so very active or underweight cats may need additional calories from other foods.
  • Contains sunflower oil as the main added fat, which is higher in omega-6 than omega-3 fats.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Chicken, chicken broth, tuna broth, pumpkin, salmon, sunflower oil, tapioca, tricalcium phosphate, salt, guar gum, choline chloride, magnesium sulfate, taurine, vitamin E supplement, celery powder, thiamine mononitrate, zinc oxide, reduced iron, niacin supplement, vitamin A supplement, potassium chloride, sodium selenite, manganese sulfate, copper amino acid complex, pyridoxine hydrochloride, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin supplement, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, potassium iodide, biotin.

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
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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02
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.
03
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).
04
Pumpkin
Pumpkin is used in pet foods primarily as a fiber-rich carbohydrate and moisture source that can help regulate digestion and firm up loose stools or add bulk for softer stools, and it provides beta-carotene (vitamin A precursor) plus small amounts of vitamins and minerals for dogs and cats. It is safe and beneficial when plain cooked or canned (not spiced or sweetened pie filling), should be fed in moderation as a supplement rather than a primary food, and introduced gradually since large amounts can cause gastrointestinal upset or interfere with absorption of some medications.
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05
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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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)
8.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
1.50%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
2.50%
Low High
Moisture (max)
85.00%
Low High
56
kcal / 2.8 Oz
771
kcal / Kg
Low
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Lifestage Kitten
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Chunks In Broth
Processing method Canned
Food type Wet

Brand

Stella & Chewy's makes raw-inspired food for dogs and cats, including freeze-dried raw patties and morsels, frozen raw, kibble coated with freeze-dried raw, wet food, and meal mixers. Recipes emphasize high animal-protein inclusions with added probiotics, and the food is produced in the company's own facilities in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Stella & Chewy's LLC
Founded 2003
Headquarters Oak Creek, Wisconsin, USA
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Wisconsin
Manufacturing oversight

Stella & Chewy's manufactures its own foods in company-owned facilities in Oak Creek, Wisconsin.

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 Stella & Chewy's Carnivore Cravings Savory Shreds Chicken & Salmon Recipe Wet Cat Food.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Sep 4, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Stella & Chewy's ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Stella & Chewy's. 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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