Blackwood Chicken & Salmon With Pumpkin and New Zealand Green Mussels Wet Dog Food Now Fresh Senior Chicken & Salmon Grain-Free Pate Wet Dog Food
Both score 8.4 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Blackwood Chicken & Salmon With Pumpkin and New Zealand Green Mussels Wet Dog Food and Now Fresh Senior Chicken & Salmon Grain-Free Pate Wet Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 27, 2026 |
Verified Jul 19, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.4 / 10 | 8.4 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
9.50% | 7.00% |
| Fat | Not listed | 5.00% |
| Fiber | 1.50% | 1.00% |
| Omega-3 | Not listed | 0.08% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.01% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
78.00% | 78.00% |
| Calories | 1279 kcal/kg | 1032 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | High | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, chicken broth, salmon, pumpkin, agar-agar, peas, carrots, potassium chloride, tricalcium phosphate, salt, choline chloride, dandelion greens, dried New Zealand green mussels, calcium carbonate, iron proteinate, zinc proteinate, manganese proteinate, copper proteinate, magnesium proteinate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate, vitamin E supplement, thiamine mononitrate, niacin supplement, calcium pantothenate, biotin, vitamin A supplement, riboflavin supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid Show full list Show less |
de-boned chicken, chicken broth, de-boned duck, de-boned salmon, tapioca, carrots, pumpkin, sodium tripolyphosphate, calcium sulfate, flaxseed, cranberries, potassium chloride, psyllium husk, choline chloride, marine microalgae oil, minerals (zinc proteinate, ferrous fumarate, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, potassium iodide), vitamins (vitamin E supplement, thiamine mononitrate, niacin, vitamin A supplement, d-calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid), magnesium sulfate, salt, L-carnitine, New Zealand green mussels, taurine Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Skin coat health, Joint care, Probiotic support, Digestive health | Digestive health, Joint care, Skin coat health, Weight management |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Wet | Wet |
| Texture | Pate | Pate |
| Processing | Slow Cooked | Not listed |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | Adult, Senior |
| 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 | All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) | 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 | Yes |
| 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
- Salmon
- Pumpkin
- Carrot
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 8.4 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken Broth, Salmon, Pumpkin, Carrot.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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