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Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste

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★︎★︎★︎★︎★︎ 5.0 / 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 AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste wet cat food good?

AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste 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, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Poultry, Fish.

Allergy Highlights

Contains:

PoultryFish

Free From:

Gluten grainsGrains (gluten-free)DairyEggLegumesNutsRed meatShellfishUnknown Meal

Pros

  • Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.

Cons

  • Some non-animal ingredients are not clearly identified, which reduces formula transparency.

Nutrition Breakdown

  • Protein 71%
  • Fat 2%
  • Est. Carbs 12%
  • Fiber 1%
  • Ash 14%

Moisture (91%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.

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

  • Protein 6%
  • Est. Carbs 1%
  • Moisture 91%
  • Ash 1%

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.

    Understanding Super High Protein (≥ 50% 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 (2% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This may lower calorie density, but cats still need enough essential fatty acids and overall calories.

    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

8 of 8 matched

  • 1 Chicken
    Animal Protein

    Description

    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.

  • 2 Tuna Extract
    Animal Protein

    Description

    A flavor made of tuna parts, it is used to make pet food more tasty and palatable.

  • 3 Starch
    Carbs

    Description

    A starch made of unspecified foods, mainly works as a filler / binder in pet foods.

    Why Notice?

    An ingredient that is highly suspicious, hard to determine if it is safe for consumption.

    Uncertain/Risky

    Unnamed products could be made from by-products and contaminated ingredients. It is a potential risk for severe illness.

  • 4 Hydrolyzed Protein
    Animal Protein

    Description

    Unknown animal 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

    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. MSG could be linked to several side effects including headache, nausea, and weakness.

  • 5 Fructose-Glucose Syrup
    Carbs

    Description

    A processed sugar syrup used as a sweetener and palatability enhancer. Offers no nutritional benefit and may contribute to obesity and dental issues.

    Why Notice?

    An unnecessary sugar additive that may contribute to obesity and dental disease.

    Uncertain/Risky

    Excess sugar intake can lead to obesity, diabetes, and dental disease in pets.

  • 6 Thickening Polysaccharides
    Food Additive

    Description

    Polysaccharide-based thickening agents used to modify food texture and consistency.

    Why Concerned?

    A processing additive with no nutritional value to pets.

  • 7 Glycine
    Food Additive

    Description

    An amino acid important for collagen production and joint health.

  • 8 Sodium Citrate
    Food Additive

    Description

    A sodium salt of citric acid, used as an acidity regulator, emulsifier, or preservative in pet food.

    Why Concerned?

    A common food additive generally recognized as safe.

Tips

  • Named animal proteins near the top: Chicken, Tuna Extract are listed early in the ingredient panel.
  • Higher-priority ingredients to review: Starch, Hydrolyzed Protein, Fructose-Glucose Syrup.
  • Higher-caution ingredients: Starch, Hydrolyzed Protein, Fructose-Glucose Syrup have caution notes in the ingredient database.

Protein Analysis

How this recipe earned its protein scores.

Protein Clarity

High
High
  • Named 100%

Strong clarity: 100% of AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% 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

Chicken Tuna Extract

Animal Protein

High
High
  • Animal 100%

Meat-forward: 100% of the weighted protein in AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% 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

Chicken Tuna Extract Hydrolyzed Protein

AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste wet cat food Review

AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste 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

Key takeaways

  • Named animal proteins make up 100% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
  • Contains common allergens: Poultry, Fish.
  • On a dry-matter basis: 71% protein, 2% fat, 12% estimated carbohydrates.
  • 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
  • Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.

Frequently asked questions

Is AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste good for cats?

Yes — rated 5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content.

Does AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste contain Dairy?

No — based on the ingredient list, AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste doesn't include Dairy or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste contain Egg?

No — based on the ingredient list, AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste doesn't include Egg or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste contain Legumes?

No — based on the ingredient list, AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste doesn't include Legumes or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste contain Nuts?

No — based on the ingredient list, AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.

Is AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste grain-free?

Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.

What are the main protein sources in AIXIA Kenko Can Hydration Sasami 100% Paste?

The top animal proteins are Chicken, Tuna Extract — clearly named, so you can verify the source.

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