Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste
Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste scores 4.5/5 on Moesonson's label-based analysis. Its two scoring factors rate evenly: protein clarity (high — 100% of the recipe's protein panel is clearly named) and animal-protein content (strong — 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources).
Rating
Updated Aug 2026
How this score is made
This score isn’t a hand-wavy impression: it reads what the label actually prints — the ingredient list, guaranteed analysis and AAFCO adequacy statement — and runs it through the same algorithmic rubric as every other product. No brand pays for placement, and there are no affiliate links on reviewed products.
Is Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste wet pet food good?
Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste is a wet pet food rated 4.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. The recipe lists most animal ingredients by name and features real muscle meat as a primary protein source. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Fish.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
- Includes plant ingredients that can provide fiber and natural antioxidants.
Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 50% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 3% |
| Est. Carbs | 37% |
| Fiber | 5% |
| Ash | 5% |
Moisture (80%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 10% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 1% |
| Est. Carbs | 7% |
| Fiber | 1% |
| Moisture | 80% |
| Ash | 1% |
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Super High (50% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This can suit some active or growing pets, but medical conditions such as kidney disease need veterinary guidance.
- Fat is Low (3% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This can be useful for lower-calorie needs, but species, life stage, and total calories should guide the decision.
Ingredients Analysis
11 of 11 matched
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1 Mackerel
Animal ProteinDescription
Greenish-blue back silverfish, high in protein, vitamin B12, and selenium. It is also an excellent source of omega 3s, similar to salmon.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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2 Sardine
Animal ProteinDescription
Small fishes that are high in protein, omega 3s, and low in mercury.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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3 Potato
CarbsDescription
Contains mainly carbs, often used as an alternative filler for grain-free pet foods.
Why Concerned?
An inexpensive filler without gluten, with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.
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4 Glycine
Food AdditiveDescription
An amino acid important for collagen production and joint health.
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5 Chlorella Powder
SupplementDescription
A single-celled green algae powder rich in protein, chlorophyll, vitamins, and minerals.
Why Prefer?
A highly nutritious superfood supplement.
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6 Tapioca Starch
CarbsDescription
An alternative high carbs filler as a source of vitamin Bs, iron, manganese, and calcium.
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7 Sunflower Seed Oil
FatDescription
Oil from sunflower seeds, rich in vitamin E and linoleic acid.
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8 Xylose
CarbsDescription
A naturally occurring sugar found in wood and plant material, used as a sweetener.
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9 Cellulose
CarbsDescription
The substance provides strength and rigidity to plants, which are mostly made of insoluble fiber. It is commonly added to pet foods to reduce the calorie content for the "weight management" type.
Why Notice?
Unspecified plant products made of unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Digestion Concern
Dogs and cats lack the enzymes capable of digesting cellulose. A high level of fiber could interfere with the digestion of protein and other minerals.
Uncertain/Risky
Could be made up of cheap and unwanted fiber by-products. However, from our research, most cellulose used in pet food is made up of pine trees.
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10 Taurine
SupplementDescription
An essential amino acid (building blocks of protein) to maintain a healthy brain and heart functions.
Why Prefer?
A safe supplement to improve the completeness of essential amino acids profile (the building block of protein).
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11 Vitamin E
SupplementDescription
Supplement for vitamin E, which is an important antioxidant that protects oxidative damages on cellular membranes by free radicals. A deficiency will result in symptoms like anorexia, depression, and dermatitis.
Tips
- Named animal proteins near the top: Mackerel, Sardine are listed early in the ingredient panel.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Cellulose.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Cellulose have caution notes in the ingredient database.
- Possible digestion triggers: Cellulose have digestion notes; watch tolerance if your pet has a sensitive stomach.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
High- Named 100%
Strong clarity: 100% of Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named (like chicken or salmon). Only 0% use vague terms such as "meat meal" and 0% are by-products. Named protein ingredients let you verify the source and check for allergens.
Contributing ingredients
Named
Animal Protein
High- Animal 100%
Meat-forward: 100% of the weighted protein in Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste comes from animal sources. Plant signals are modest (0% whole plants, 0% plant concentrates), so the protein profile leans on real meat.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste wet pet food Review
Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste is a strong choice — rated 4.5 stars with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. A confident pick when the ingredient panel matches your pet's needs.
Best for
- Owners who want clearly named protein sources
- Pets avoiding gluten grains
- Pets that thrive on muscle-meat protein
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 100% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Contains common allergens: Fish.
- On a dry-matter basis: 50% protein, 3% fat, 37% estimated carbohydrates.
- 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste good for pets?
Yes — Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste earns 4.5 out of 5 stars on Moesonson’s label-based analysis, combining high ingredient transparency with strong animal protein content. The score is computed from the printed ingredient list and guaranteed analysis rather than marketing claims — a confident pick when the label matches your pet’s needs.
Does Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste does not include Dairy or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste contain Egg?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste does not include Egg or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste contain Legumes?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste does not include Legumes or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste does not include Nuts or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Is Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste grain-free?
Yes — Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste is grain-free according to its printed ingredient list: no gluten grains (like wheat) and no gluten-free grains (like rice or corn) appear in the recipe. That makes it a candidate for pets with diagnosed grain sensitivities, though grain-free offers no automatic benefit for pets without one.
What are the main protein sources in Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste?
The main animal proteins in Yum Guard PasteRica Ocean Fish Paste are Mackerel, Sardine. Each is named by species on the printed ingredient list — a protein-clarity strength in Moesonson’s scoring, because named sources let you verify what your pet is eating and avoid specific proteins when managing food allergies.
