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Natural Pumpkin Broth Topper for Dogs & Cats
Cafe Nara

Natural Pumpkin Broth Topper for Dogs & Cats

Verified Aug 22, 2026

Dog · Topper Cat · Topper All Breed Sizes

This is a low-calorie pumpkin-based broth designed to be used as a topper or treat for dogs and cats. It provides moisture and a small amount of fiber from pumpkin, apple, and kale, with a very light calorie contribution, making it easy to add to most diets without significantly changing nutrient balance. It’s intended as a supplemental addition to a complete and balanced pet food, not as a main diet on its own.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.0 out of 10

Strong Choice

Nutritionally, this is a simple, low-calorie topper that focuses on moisture and gentle plant ingredients rather than protein or fat. It can work well for pets who enjoy extra flavor on their regular food or who benefit from added moisture in their diet. Because it’s for supplemental feeding only, it always needs to be used alongside a complete and balanced primary diet.

Calorie and portion clarity 6.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 3 of 3 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

Diet & Compliance
Limited Ingredient
Suitable For
All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Limited, straightforward ingredient list centered on pumpkin, with apple and kale adding a bit of natural fiber and plant nutrients.
  • Very low calorie and extremely high moisture, so it’s unlikely to cause weight gain when used in modest amounts as directed.
  • Free of common animal-protein allergens like chicken or beef, which can be useful if you’re trying to avoid those in toppers or treats.

Considerations

  • This product is not complete and balanced and is intended for supplemental feeding only, so it must be fed along with a nutritionally complete main diet.
  • Protein and fat levels are extremely low, so it doesn’t meaningfully contribute to meeting your pet’s core nutrient needs.
  • Contains yeast extract and natural flavor, which are generally safe but may not be ideal if you are strictly avoiding flavor additives for a very sensitive pet.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Water, Pumpkin, Yeast Extract, Apple, Natural Flavor, Arrowroot, Kale.

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
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.
02
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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03
Yeast Extract
Yeast extract is a concentrated, water‑soluble ingredient used primarily as a natural flavor enhancer and palatant in pet foods, while also supplying soluble proteins, free amino acids, nucleotides and B‑group vitamins. It can improve palatability and provide small supportive nutrients for metabolism and digestive/immune health, but may contain notable sodium and could be a concern for animals with yeast sensitivity or those on sodium‑restricted or renal prescription diets—consult your veterinarian if unsure.
04
Apple
Apple is used in pet foods as a fruit ingredient that supplies soluble fiber (pectin), natural flavor, moisture, and small amounts of vitamins and antioxidants. It can support digestion and add low‑calorie sweetness, but seeds and cores should be avoided because of cyanogenic compounds, apples are relatively high in natural sugars so should be used in moderation (and washed to remove pesticides), and cats—being obligate carnivores—gain less nutritional benefit than dogs.
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05
Natural Flavor
Natural flavor is used primarily as a palatability enhancer in pet foods to improve taste and aroma and is not intended to provide significant nutrients, typically coming from concentrated extracts of meat, poultry, plant, or fermentation sources. While it can increase acceptance in picky dogs and cats, manufacturers are not required to disclose specific sources so pets with known sensitivities or allergies may react, and presence of natural flavor should not be taken as a guarantee of overall product quality.

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)
0.50%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
0.05%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
96.00%
Low High
7
kcal / 0.25 Cup
7
kcal / 60 G
147
kcal / Kg
Low
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Broth
Food type Topper

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
Why this is not complete and balanced This product is not labeled complete and balanced. It is intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding.
No

Brand

Cafe Nara is a pet food brand under Dongwon F&B focusing on premium wet and dry foods inspired by café-style, gourmet formulations. The brand positions itself toward pet owners seeking nutritious and palatable meals for their pets, integrating Dongwon’s food expertise into pet product design.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Dongwon F&B Co., Ltd.
Parent company Dongwon Group
Founded 2000
Headquarters Seoul, South Korea
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing oversight

Dongwon F&B maintains strict quality control and food safety standards under South Korea’s HACCP certification system. Their facilities adhere to national and international food safety regulations, and the company conducts regular quality audits.

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 Cafe Nara Natural Pumpkin Broth Topper for Dogs & Cats.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Cafe Nara ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Cafe Nara. 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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No. KibbleLab provides data-driven food analysis, not medical advice. Always consult your veterinarian before making dietary changes, especially for pets with health conditions.

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Product data sourced from manufacturer websites, AAFCO statements, and FDA recall listings. Last verified dates reflect our most recent data check. 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.