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Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe

Absolute Holistic

Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe

Wet

Rating

★︎★︎★︎★︎☆︎ 4.5 / 5
Protein Clarity

Protein Clarity

This measures how clearly the protein sources are identified on the label. "High" means ingredients like "chicken" or "salmon" are listed by name, so you know exactly what your pet is eating. "Low" means vague terms like "meat meal" or "animal by-products" are used, making it harder to know what's really inside.

Why does clarity matter?

According to AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials), pet food labels must follow specific naming standards. When a product uses a named protein like "chicken" it must contain at least 25% of that ingredient. Vague terms like "meat by-products" have no such minimum and can include lower-quality parts from any animal source — making it impossible to know what your pet is actually eating or to identify allergens.

References

AAFCO Ingredient Standards
High
Animal Protein

Animal Protein

This estimates how meat-forward the protein sources are from the ingredient label. Named animal proteins count strongly, plant protein concentrates count strongly against the score, and whole plant ingredients with some protein count more lightly. A "High" score means the recipe appears mainly animal-protein led. A "Low" score means the label shows a stronger reliance on plant protein signals.

This is an ingredient-label heuristic, not an exact lab measurement of protein grams.

Why does animal protein matter?

1. Contains irreplaceable essential nutrients Taurine and Arginine — which cats need to stay healthy — are only found in meat. Plants contain none at all.

2. Plant proteins are poorly utilized by the body Even though plant proteins (like corn gluten meal) may show 92.9–96% apparent digestibility, that does not mean high bioavailability. They lack adequate Lysine (only 1.7% vs. the ideal 6–7%) and contain phytic acid that blocks mineral absorption.

References

PMC: Cats and Carbohydrates: The Carnivore Fantasy? Deng & Swanson (2020): Cats Have Increased Protein Digestibility as Compared to Dogs
High

Is Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe wet pet food good?

Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe 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, Nuts, Red meat, Unknown Meal but contains Legumes, Poultry, Fish, Shellfish.

Allergy Highlights

Contains:

LegumesPoultryFishShellfish

Free From:

Gluten grainsGrains (gluten-free)DairyEggNutsRed meatUnknown Meal

Pros

  • Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
  • Contains organ meats that provide natural vitamins and minerals.

Nutrition Breakdown

  • Protein 92%
  • Fat 4%
  • Fiber 8%
  • Ash 8%

Moisture (87%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.

Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.

  • Protein 12%
  • Fat 1%
  • Fiber 1%
  • Moisture 87%
  • Ash 1%

As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.

Tips

  • Protein is Super High (92% 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.

    Understanding Super High Protein (≥ 40% Dry Matter)

    Species-Specific Range This bucket uses dry-matter label math. Cats use a higher protein threshold than dogs because cats generally have higher protein needs, so a value that is super high for a dog may only be high for a cat.

    Health Context Matters Healthy adult and senior pets still need enough high-quality protein to maintain lean tissue. Pets with chronic kidney disease or other medical conditions may need adjusted nutrient targets, so those cases should be managed with veterinary guidance.

    References

    FDA: Complete and Balanced Pet Food Merck Veterinary Manual: Nutritional Requirements of Small Animals Nutritional needs and health outcomes of ageing cats and dogs
  • Fat is Low (4% 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.

    Understanding Low Fat (< 10% Dry Matter)

    Lower Energy Density Lower fat can be useful when a pet needs fewer calories or a veterinarian recommends a lower-fat diet. It is not automatically better for every pet.

    Energy and Essential Fats Still Matter Very active, growing, pregnant, or nursing pets may need more energy. Complete diets still need to provide essential fatty acids, so check the adequacy statement and use veterinary guidance for medical diets.

    References

    Merck Veterinary Manual: Nutritional Requirements of Small Animals FDA: Complete and Balanced Pet Food

Ingredients Analysis

11 of 11 matched

  • 1 White Meat Tuna
    Animal Protein

    Description

    Light tuna meat, high in protein and low in fat compared to dark tuna meat.

    Why Prefer?

    A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.

  • 2 Duck Heart
    Animal Protein

    Description

    An organ meat rich in iron, CoQ10, and B vitamins.

    Why Prefer?

    Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.

  • 3 Duck Liver
    Animal Protein

    Description

    An excellent source of vitamin A, copper, and iron.

    Why Prefer?

    Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.

  • 4 Duck Gizzard
    Animal Protein

    Description

    A muscular organ found in the digestive tract of duck, low in fat and high in protein and vitamins.

    Why Prefer?

    Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.

  • 5 Shellfish
    Animal Protein

    Description

    A general term for shelled seafood, a source of protein and minerals.

  • 6 Water
    Others

    Description

    It is added in the pet food as a blending / thinning agent.

  • 7 Tapioca Starch
    Carbs

    Description

    An alternative high carbs filler as a source of vitamin Bs, iron, manganese, and calcium.

  • 8 Guar Gum
    Food Additive

    Description

    Extracted from guar beans, used as a thickener in pet foods.

    Why Concerned?

    A food additive that is likely to be safe but unnecessary.

    Digestion Concern

    Studies show that it may affect protein digestion and amino acid absorption.

  • 9 Vitamin E
    Supplement

    Description

    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.

  • 10 Fructo Oligosaccharides
    Prebiotics

    Description

    Known as FOS, a type of fiber derived from chicory roots, beets, or cane. It is added as prebiotics for good bacteria growth in the colon, which aids digestion.

  • 11 Taurine
    Supplement

    Description

    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).

Tips

  • Some protein sources are less clear: Shellfish appear near the top without a clearly defined animal source.
  • Ingredients worth checking: Guar Gum.
  • Possible digestion triggers: Guar Gum have digestion notes; watch tolerance if your pet has a sensitive stomach.

Protein Analysis

How this recipe earned its protein scores.

Protein Clarity

High
High
  • Named 80%
  • Unnamed 20%

Strong clarity: 80% of Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named (like chicken or salmon). Only 20% 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

White Meat Tuna Duck Heart Duck Liver Duck Gizzard

Unnamed

Shellfish

Animal Protein

High
High
  • Animal 100%

Meat-forward: 100% of the weighted protein in Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe 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

White Meat Tuna Duck Heart Duck Liver Duck Gizzard Shellfish

Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe wet pet food Review

Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe 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

  • You're avoiding legumes

Key takeaways

  • Named animal proteins make up 80% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
  • Contains common allergens: Legumes, Poultry, Fish, Shellfish.
  • On a dry-matter basis: 92% protein, 4% fat, 0% estimated carbohydrates.
  • 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
  • Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Nuts, Red meat, Unknown Meal.

Frequently asked questions

Is Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe good for pets?

Yes — rated 4.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content.

Does Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe contain Dairy?

No — based on the ingredient list, Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe doesn't include Dairy or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe contain Egg?

No — based on the ingredient list, Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe doesn't include Egg or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe contain Legumes?

Yes — based on the ingredient list, Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe contains Legumes, so pets sensitive to Legumes should generally avoid this product or consult a vet first.

Does Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe contain Nuts?

No — based on the ingredient list, Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.

Is Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe grain-free?

Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.

What are the main protein sources in Absolute Holistic Raw Stew Wild Tuna & Shellfish Recipe?

The top animal proteins are White Meat Tuna, Duck Heart, Duck Liver — clearly named, so you can verify the source.

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