Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato
Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato scores 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 May 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 Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato wet cat food good?
Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato is a wet cat food rated 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, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Legumes, Poultry, 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.
Cons
- Some non-animal ingredients are not clearly identified, which reduces formula transparency.
Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 71% |
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| Fat | 6% |
| Est. Carbs | 9% |
| Fiber | 5% |
| Ash | 10% |
Moisture (80%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 15% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 1% |
| Est. Carbs | 2% |
| Fiber | 1% |
| Moisture | 80% |
| Ash | 2% |
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Super High (71% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. Cats generally need more protein than dogs, but diagnosed kidney disease or other medical needs should still be managed with your vet.
- Fat is Low (6% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This may lower calorie density, but cats still need enough essential fatty acids and overall calories.
Ingredients Analysis
11 of 11 matched
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1 Tuna White Meat
Animal ProteinDescription
White meat portion of tuna, lean and high in protein with mild flavor.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality named animal protein with high digestibility.
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2 Chicken
Animal ProteinDescription
The dominant animal protein source in pet foods. Other than protein, it is also high in iron, zinc, selenium, and B vitamins.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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3 Sweet Potato
CarbsDescription
An alternative high carbs filler with an excellent amount of vitamin A, C, B6.
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4 Soup
OthersDescription
Liquid broth or soup, used for moisture and palatability.
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5 Prebiotics
PrebioticsDescription
Non-digestible compounds that promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.
Why Prefer?
Supports healthy gut microbiome.
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6 Seaweed Extract
OthersDescription
Extract from seaweed, providing minerals, vitamins, and bioactive compounds.
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7 Cellulose Powder
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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8 Pea Fiber
CarbsDescription
Produced by separating the starch of peas from fiber, consists mainly of insoluble fiber, contains around 6 - 12% protein.
Why Concerned?
A controversial filler with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.
Digestion Concern
Legume contains oligosaccharides, which is a 3 - 5 carbon short-chain sugar that are indigestible by dogs / cats.
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9 Vitamins
SupplementDescription
A mixture of vitamins supplements to ensure the complete nutrition profile of pet food.
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10 Sunflower Oil
FatDescription
The oil derived from sunflower seeds, high in either omega 6 and 9 fats, low in saturated fat and is packed with natural anti-oxidant vitamin E.
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11 Modified Tapioca Starch
CarbsDescription
Tapioca starch that has been modified to improve functional properties as a thickener and binder.
Tips
- Named animal proteins near the top: Tuna White Meat, Chicken are listed early in the ingredient panel.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Cellulose Powder.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Cellulose Powder have caution notes in the ingredient database.
- Possible digestion triggers: Cellulose Powder, Pea Fiber 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 Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato'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 Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato 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
Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato wet cat food Review
Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato is a strong choice — rated 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
Avoid if
- You're avoiding legumes
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 100% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Contains common allergens: Legumes, Poultry, Fish.
- On a dry-matter basis: 71% protein, 6% fat, 9% estimated carbohydrates.
- 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato good for cats?
Yes — Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato earns 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 cat’s needs.
Does Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato 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 Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato contain Egg?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato 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 Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato contain Legumes?
Yes — according to the printed ingredient list, Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato contains Legumes. Pets with a known Legumes sensitivity should generally avoid this recipe, or check with a veterinarian first. Moesonson flags allergens directly from the label’s ingredient panel, so this reflects what the manufacturer actually declares.
Does Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato 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 Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato grain-free?
Yes — Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato 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 Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato?
The main animal proteins in Astkatta Tuna & Chicken & Sweet Potato are Tuna White Meat, Chicken. 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 cat is eating and avoid specific proteins when managing food allergies.
