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Adult Salmon, Chicken & Rice Stew Wet Dog Food
Simply Nourish

Adult Salmon, Chicken & Rice Stew Wet Dog Food

Verified Aug 21, 2026

Dog · Wet Adult All Breed Sizes

This is a shredded canned food for adult dogs that uses salmon as the first ingredient, with additional chicken and rice for extra protein and carbohydrates. Pumpkin, carrot, and sweet potato add some fiber and naturally occurring nutrients. It’s formulated as a complete and balanced maintenance diet for adult dogs of any size.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.8 out of 10

Strong Choice

This wet food is a reasonable option for healthy adult dogs who enjoy fish- and chicken-based diets. It provides moisture-rich nutrition with salmon as the lead animal protein and includes several carbohydrate and vegetable sources. It’s formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for adult maintenance, so it can be fed as a stand-alone diet or mixed with dry food.

Nutritional profile 10.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Adequacy substantiation 7.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 4 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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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Salmon is the first ingredient, giving a named animal protein source as the foundation of the diet.
  • Complete and balanced to AAFCO standards for adult maintenance, so it can be a sole food for most adult dogs.
  • High moisture content can help support hydration, especially in dogs that don’t drink a lot of water.
  • Includes pumpkin, carrot, and sweet potato, which can contribute fiber and additional micronutrients.

Considerations

  • Contains both salmon and chicken, so it is not a good fit for dogs with fish or chicken allergies.
  • Protein and fat levels are on the modest side compared with many higher-calorie wet foods, so very active or underweight dogs may need larger portions.
  • Carbohydrate sources like rice and starchy vegetables make up a noticeable part of the recipe, which may not suit owners seeking a very high-protein formula.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Salmon, Fish Broth, Chicken, Water, Rice, Pumpkin, Carrot, Sweet Potato, Sunflower Seed Oil, Modified Tapioca Starch, Tricalcium Phosphate, Yeast Extract, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Sulphate, Xanthan Gum, Choline Chloride, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Vitamin E Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Niacin, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Vitamin B12 Supplement

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
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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02
Fish Broth
Fish broth is used in pet food primarily as a flavor and moisture enhancer, providing modest amounts of fish-derived protein, amino acids, minerals and sometimes trace omega‑3s but not serving as a primary source of complete nutrition. It can improve hydration and entice picky, senior, or ill dogs and cats to eat, but caregivers should watch for high sodium, added seasonings (especially onion or garlic), potential fish allergies, and variable quality depending on processing.
03
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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04
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.
05
Rice
Rice is a common carbohydrate source and binder in dog and cat foods, supplying readily digestible energy and often used in formulations for sensitive stomachs or hypoallergenic diets. White rice is gentle and easy to digest while brown rice provides more fiber and micronutrients, but rice is low in essential amino acids, has a relatively high glycemic index, and can accumulate trace arsenic, so it should not be relied on as a primary protein and portions should be considered for diabetic or weight‑management pets.
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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)
6.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
3.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
78.00%
Low High
1056
kcal / Kg
300
kcal / Can
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Shredded
Processing method Canned
Food type Wet

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 Yes
AAFCO life stages Adult Maintenance
Substantiation Formulation
NUTRITIONAL ADEQUACY STATEMENT: Simply Nourishae Salmon, Chicken & Rice Stew Wet Food Adult Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.

Brand

Simply Nourish is a PetSmart-exclusive, proprietary pet food brand introduced in 2011. It offers dry and wet foods, meal toppers, and treats for dogs and cats. Current ranges include Original, Source, and Limited Ingredient Diet, plus a dog-only Fresh Market frozen line.

Price tier $$$

Manufacturer

Company name PetSmart LLC
Founded 1986
Headquarters Phoenix, Arizona, USA
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing oversight

PetSmart does not manufacture Simply Nourish itself; production is handled by third-party suppliers, and the manufacturer and country of production vary by product.

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 Simply Nourish Adult Salmon, Chicken & Rice Stew Wet Dog Food.

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 Simply Nourish ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Simply Nourish. 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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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.