Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb
Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb scores 4/5 on Moesonson's label-based analysis. Its strongest factor is animal-protein content (strong — 84% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources); its weakest is protein clarity (high — 76% 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 Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb dry cat food good?
Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb is a dry cat food rated 4 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, Egg, Nuts, Poultry, Shellfish but contains Legumes, Red meat, Fish, Unknown Fish Meal.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Includes a fair number of clearly named animal ingredients.
- Includes plant ingredients that can provide fiber and natural antioxidants.
Cons
- Relies mostly on inorganic mineral supplements, which may be less bioavailable.
Ingredients Analysis
25 of 25 matched
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1 Barramundi Meat
Animal ProteinDescription
Meat from barramundi fish, a lean white fish protein source.
Why Prefer?
A premium named fish protein.
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2 Salmon Meal
Animal ProteinDescription
The dehydrated form of salmon, a meat concentrate that could contain up to 400% more protein compared to fresh meat. It is one of the most nutrient-dense fish, high in protein, packed with omega 3s, B vitamins, and it is a good source of potassium selenium, and antioxidants.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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3 Fish Meal
Animal ProteinDescription
A dehydrated form of unnamed fish. It is a meat concentrate that contains up to 4 times more protein than fresh fish on dry matter basis.
Why Notice?
It does not state what kind of fish is used to make the ingredient. 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.
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4 Beef Fat
FatDescription
The layer of fatty acid at the top similar to the one you see while cooking a beef soup. It is one of the quality animal-based fat sources with higher omega 6s.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal fat with high digestibility and biological value.
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5 Sardine Meal
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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6 Lentils
Carbs Plant ProteinDescription
A type of legume that is added to boost up the protein content and acts as an alternative carb. It contains around 27% protein.
Digestion Concern
Legume contains oligosaccharides, which is a 3 - 5 carbon short-chain sugar that are indigestible by dogs / cats.
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7 Chickpea Flour
Carbs Plant ProteinDescription
Also known as garbanzo beans, a type of legume that is added to boost up the protein content and acts as an alternative carb. It contains around 20% protein.
Digestion Concern
Legume contains oligosaccharides, which is a 3 - 5 carbon short-chain sugar that are indigestible by dogs / cats.
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8 Peas
Carbs Plant ProteinDescription
A type of legume that is added to boost up the protein content and acts as an alternative carb. It contains around 22% protein.
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 Freeze-Dried Lamb
(Detected): Freeze Dried Lamb
Animal ProteinDescription
Freeze-dried lamb, a concentrated protein source preserving nutrients from fresh lamb.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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10 Tuna Meal
Animal ProteinDescription
A saltwater fish high in protein, omega 3 fats, and B vitamins. Most tuna contains a high level of mercury, which is linked to many health issues.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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11 Pea Protein
Plant Protein ConcentrateDescription
Extracted protein from pea in a dry process. It contains 45 - 55% protein, which will significantly boost up the overall protein content of pet foods.
Why Notice?
High level of plant-based protein is not easy to digest and offers less biological value. Good quality pet foods should obtain sufficient protein from animal sources.
Digestion Concern
The process will concentrate the level of oligosaccharides, which is a 3 - 5 carbon short-chain sugar that is indigestible by dogs / cats. It offers much less biological value (less absorbed by the body) to pets compared to animal protein.
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12 Faba Bean Protein
Plant Protein ConcentrateDescription
Protein extracted from faba beans, a concentrated plant protein source.
Why Concerned?
A plant protein concentrate that can inflate protein content.
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13 Tapioca Starch
CarbsDescription
An alternative high carbs filler as a source of vitamin Bs, iron, manganese, and calcium.
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14 Digest
Animal ProteinDescription
A broth of unspecified parts of unspecified animals after a long process of cooking. It is mainly used to improve the flavor of pet foods.
Why Notice?
Unspecified animal products from unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Could be made from any animals, including "4-D animals" (dead, diseased, disabled, or dying prior to slaughter). Contaminated meats can lead to severe illnesses.
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15 Beet Pulp
CarbsDescription
The leftover pulp after sugar is extracted from sugar beets, contains higher fiber and less sugar compared to whole beets.
Why Concerned?
Controversial - Some say it is a good dietary fiber source, some believe it is just an inexpensive filler.
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16 Cellulose Fibre
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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17 Salt
OthersDescription
Mainly added to enhance the flavor, might cause kidney and blood pressure issues in a larger dose. High-quality pet foods should get a sufficient amount from raw meat, additional salt is not necessary.
Why Concerned?
A controversial ingredient that might cause health issues, unnecessary for the risk.
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18 Vitamins and Minerals
SupplementDescription
A generic blend of vitamins and minerals to ensure complete nutrition.
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19 Dipotassium Phosphate
Food AdditiveDescription
A synthetic salt used as an additive to provide texture to pet food. It is also a source of phosphorus and potassium. Although considered safe by the FDA, prolonged intake could result in side effects such as nausea, vomiting.
Why Concerned?
A controversial ingredient that might cause health issues, unnecessary for the risk.
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20 Alfalfa Grass
Carbs Plant ProteinDescription
The leafy portion of alfalfa, rich in fiber and nutrients.
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21 Chicory Root
CarbsDescription
Contains insulin, which is a prebiotic that promotes friendly bacteria in the gut and supports better digestion.
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22 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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23 Methionine
SupplementDescription
Added to balance the amino acids profile of pet foods with limited amounts of meat protein. Meat / fish naturally contains methionine, which does not require extra supplements. It is sometimes used to help support urine acidification.
Why Concerned?
A safe supplement to improve the completeness of essential amino acids profile (the building block of protein). However, it could imply the lack of meat protein - usually in lower quality pet foods.
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24 Natural Antioxidants
Food AdditiveDescription
Natural preservatives derived from plant sources to prevent oxidation.
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25 Yucca Extract
CarbsDescription
Yucca schidigera is a desert plant found in the arid southwestern US and Mexico. It has been shown to reduce fecal aroma (poop's smell) without any harmful effect.
Tips
- Some protein sources are less clear: Fish Meal appear near the top without a clearly defined animal source.
- Plant protein is worth closer review for cats: Lentils, Chickpea Flour, Peas may raise the listed protein percentage without meaning there is more meat.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Fish Meal, Pea Protein, Digest.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Fish Meal, Digest, Cellulose Fibre have caution notes in the ingredient database.
- Possible digestion triggers: Lentils, Chickpea Flour, Peas, and 2 more 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 76%
- Unnamed 24%
Strong clarity: 76% of Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named (like chicken or salmon). Only 24% 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 84%
- Plant 7%
- Plant concentrate 9%
Meat-forward: 84% of the weighted protein in Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb comes from animal sources. Plant signals are modest (7% whole plants, 9% plant concentrates), so the protein profile leans on real meat.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
Plant
Plant concentrate
Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb dry cat food Review
Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb is a strong choice — rated 4 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
- You need to know the exact animal source of every protein
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 76% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Plant-protein concentrates appear in the top 10 ingredients: Pea Protein, Faba Bean Protein.
- Contains common allergens: Legumes, Red meat, Fish, Unknown Fish Meal.
- 84% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Nuts, Poultry, Shellfish.
Frequently asked questions
Is Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb good for cats?
Yes — Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb earns 4 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 Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb 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 Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb contain Egg?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb 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 Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb contain Legumes?
Yes — according to the printed ingredient list, Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb 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 Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb 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 Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb grain-free?
Yes — Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb 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 Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb?
The main animal proteins in Trilogy Kitten Australian Barramundi with Tuna + Freeze Dried New Zealand Lamb are Barramundi Meat, Salmon Meal, Sardine Meal. 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.
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