Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth
Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth scores 4.5/5 on Moesonson's label-based analysis. Its strongest factor is animal-protein content (strong — 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources); its weakest is protein clarity (high — 88% of the recipe's protein panel is clearly named).
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 Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth wet cat food good?
Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth is a wet cat 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. However, most minerals are supplied in inorganic forms that may be less well absorbed. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Egg, Poultry, Fish.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
- Contains organ meats that provide natural vitamins and minerals.
- Includes plant ingredients that can provide fiber and natural antioxidants.
Cons
- Relies mostly on inorganic mineral supplements, which may be less bioavailable.
Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 56% |
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| Fat | 32% |
| Est. Carbs | 3% |
| Fiber | 1% |
| Ash | 8% |
Moisture (82%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 10% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 6% |
| Est. Carbs | 1% |
| Moisture | 82% |
| Ash | 1% |
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Super High (56% 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 Super High (32% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This is very energy-dense; cats with pancreatitis, digestive disease, or weight concerns need case-specific veterinary guidance.
Ingredients Analysis
16 of 16 matched
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1 Skinless Chicken
Animal ProteinDescription
Skinless chicken muscle meat, a lean poultry protein source.
Why Prefer?
Named muscle meat from a specific animal.
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2 Chicken Broth
Animal ProteinDescription
The soup produced by cooking chicken bones, parts, or meat. It is high in glycine which claims to detoxify the liver and prevent leaky gut. There is a lack of evidence to show the benefits to pets.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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3 Chicken Liver
Animal ProteinDescription
An excellent source of vitamin A, chromium, and copper.
Why Prefer?
Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.
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4 Pumpkin
CarbsDescription
An alternative high carbs filler with an excellent source of potassium, vitamin C, and beta carotene.
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5 Natural Coconut Oil
FatDescription
Natural oil from coconut, a source of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs).
Why Prefer?
Named plant oil rich in MCTs.
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6 Egg Yolk Powder
Animal ProteinDescription
Dehydrated egg yolk, rich in protein, fats, vitamins A and D.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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7 Seaweed
CarbsDescription
An excellent source of various minerals including calcium, iron, magnesium. Rich in rare mineral iodine essential for healthy thyroid function.
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8 Hydrolyzed Fish Protein
Animal ProteinDescription
An unknown fish protein broken down into smaller parts by using enzymes in a process called "Hydrolysis". MSG (food enhancer) is formed during the process.
Why Notice?
Unspecified animal products from unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Unnamed fish products could source from sick, deadly animal bodies. It is a potential risk for severe illness. MSG could be linked to several side effects including headache, nausea, and weakness.
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9 Psyllium Dietary Fiber
Food AdditiveDescription
Fiber from psyllium seeds supporting digestive regularity.
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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 Vegetables
CarbsDescription
Could be any type of vegetables and legumes, such as beets, potatoes, or soybeans.
Why Concerned?
Unspecified plant products made of unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Without specifying the source, by-products and contaminated plant parts could be used to produce unnamed plant products.
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12 Minerals
SupplementDescription
A general term for mineral supplementation, specific sources not identified.
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13 Iron
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of iron. It is essential for the transport and movement of oxygen around the body. Compare to organic form, it has 5 - 15% less absorption rate to the body.
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14 Copper
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of copper, which is important for the production of blood cells, hair coat color pigmentation, and maintaining the nervous system. Compare to organic form, it has 5 - 15% less absorption rate to the body.
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15 Manganese
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of manganese that has 5 - 15% less absorption rate than the organic form. It is essential for the transport and movement of oxygen around the body.
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16 Zinc
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of zinc, which is vital in skin function and wound healing, cell replication, the structure and function of biological membranes. Compare to organic form, it has 5 - 15% less absorption rate to the body.
Tips
- Some protein sources are less clear: Hydrolyzed Fish Protein appear near the top without a clearly defined animal source.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Hydrolyzed Fish Protein.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Hydrolyzed Fish Protein, Vegetables have caution notes in the ingredient database.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
High- Named 88%
- Unnamed 13%
Strong clarity: 88% of Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named (like chicken or salmon). Only 13% 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
Unnamed
Animal Protein
High- Animal 100%
Meat-forward: 100% of the weighted protein in Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth 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
Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth wet cat food Review
Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth 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
Avoid if
- Your pet is allergic to eggs
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 88% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Contains common allergens: Egg, Poultry, Fish.
- On a dry-matter basis: 56% protein, 32% fat, 3% estimated carbohydrates.
- 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth good for cats?
Yes — Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth 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 cat’s needs.
Does Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth 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 Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth contain Egg?
Yes — according to the printed ingredient list, Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth contains Egg. Pets with a known Egg 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 Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth contain Legumes?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth 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 Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth 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 Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth grain-free?
Yes — Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth 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 Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth?
The main animal proteins in Push! Chicken & Chicken Broth are Skinless Chicken, Chicken Broth, Chicken Liver. 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.
