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Instinct Original Real Chicken Recipe Small Breed Wet Dog Food Iams Proactive Health Adult Chicken, Peas and Carrots Recipe Wet Dog Food

Instinct Original Real Chicken Recipe Small Breed Wet Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.4 to 8.1. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.

Instinct Original Real Chicken Recipe Small Breed Wet Dog Food and Iams Proactive Health Adult Chicken, Peas and Carrots Recipe Wet Dog Food compared

Nutrients:
As Fed
Instinct Original Real Chicken Recipe Small Breed Wet Dog Food
Instinct Original Real Chicken Recipe Small Breed Wet Dog Food

Verified Jul 17, 2026

Iams Proactive Health Adult Chicken, Peas and Carrots Recipe Wet Dog Food
Iams Proactive Health Adult Chicken, Peas and Carrots Recipe Wet Dog Food

Verified Jul 19, 2026

KibbleLab score The KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score.
8.4 / 10 8.1 / 10
Guaranteed analysis (as fed)
Protein Guaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed.
8.50% 10.00%
Fat 4.50% 4.00%
Fiber 3.00% Not listed
Omega-3 0.10% 0.20%
Omega-6 0.70% 0.60%
Moisture Higher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above.
78.00% 80.00%
Calories 1033 kcal/kg 948 kcal/kg
Calorie density Moderate Moderate
Ingredients
Full ingredient list Every ingredient on each label, in order of weight.
Chicken, Chicken Broth, Chicken Liver, Cod, Peas, Eggs, Pea Fiber, Ground Flaxseed, Montmorillonite Clay, Guar Gum, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Dried Kelp, Cassia Gum, Xanthan Gum, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Cobalt Proteinate, Potassium Iodide), Vitamins (Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid), Choline Chloride, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate, Artichokes, Cranberries, Pumpkin, Tomato, Blueberries, Broccoli, Cabbage, Kale, Parsley. Show full list
Chicken Broth, Chicken, Chicken Liver, Chicken Heart, Wheat Gluten, Dried Egg Whites, Peas, Carrots, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Cellulose, Modified Tapioca Starch, Minerals (Magnesium Sulfate, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Zine Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide), Flaxseed Oil, Salt, Natural Flavor, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Vitamins (Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Folic Acid, Caramel Color, Xanthan Gum, Iron Oxide. Show full list
Limited ingredient No No
Health focus High energy Antioxidant support, Skin coat health, Immune support
Format & suitability
Food type Wet Wet
Texture Loaf Chunks In Gravy
Processing Canned Not listed
Life stage All Life Stages Adult
Breed size Small All Breed Sizes
AAFCO nutritional adequacy
Complete & balanced Whether 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 Adult Maintenance
Substantiation How adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile.
Formulation Not listed
Maker standards
WSAVA guidelines The 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 Yes
PSC accredited The 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.
Yes No
Recalls & where to buy
Recalls on record KibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear.
None None
Where to buy
Amazon
Amazon

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Shared ingredients

Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.

  • Chicken
  • Chicken Broth
  • Chicken Liver
  • Pea

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Common Questions

Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?

Instinct Original Real Chicken Recipe Small Breed Wet Dog Food scores higher, 8.4 to 8.1 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science, and no one can pay for a higher score.

Do these two foods share ingredients?

Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Broth, Chicken Liver, Pea.

Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?

Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.

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