Blackwood Chicken & Chicken Liver With Pumpkin & New Zealand Green-Lipped Mussels Wet Dog Food Zeal New Zealand Chicken & Salmon Recipe Wet Dog Food
Both score 8.3 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Blackwood Chicken & Chicken Liver With Pumpkin & New Zealand Green-Lipped Mussels Wet Dog Food and Zeal New Zealand Chicken & Salmon Recipe Wet Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Aug 18, 2026 |
Verified Aug 28, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.3 / 10 | 8.3 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
9.50% | 11.35% |
| Fat | Not listed | 5.90% |
| Fiber | 1.50% | 0.45% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 0.41% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 0.33% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
78.00% | 77.60% |
| Calories | 1248 kcal/kg | 1012 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | High | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, Chicken Broth, Chicken Liver, Pumpkin, Agar-Agar, Peas, Carrots, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Choline Chloride, Salmon Oil, Dandelion Greens, Dried New Zealand Green-Lipped Mussels, Tricalcium Phosphate, 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 |
Chicken, Water, Salmon, Chicken Liver, Hoki, NZ Green Lipped Mussel, Peas, Egg Yolk, Lecithin, Dried Yeast, Dried Kelp, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Choline Chloride, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Manganese Proteinate, Niacin, alpha-Tocopherol Acetate, Selenium Yeast, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin A Acetate, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, Cholecalciferol. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Skin coat health, Joint care, Probiotic support, Digestive health | Joint care, Skin coat health, Digestive health, Hydration support, Appetite support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Wet | Wet |
| Texture | Pate | Ground |
| Processing | Canned | Canned |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | All Life Stages |
| 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) | All Life Stages |
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 | No |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordWe 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. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Chicken
- Chicken Liver
- Pea
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 8.3 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Liver, Pea.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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