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Delectables

Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna

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Rating

★︎★︎★︎★︎★︎ 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.

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.

High

Is Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna wet cat food good?

Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna 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:

LegumesPoultryFish

Free From:

Gluten grainsGrains (gluten-free)DairyEggNutsRed 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 1%
  • Fiber 7%
  • Ash 43%

Moisture (93%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.

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

  • Protein 5%
  • Fiber 1%
  • Moisture 93%
  • Ash 3%

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.

  • Fat is Low (1% 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.

Ingredients Analysis

9 of 9 matched

  • 1 Water
    Others

    Description

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

  • 2 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.

  • 3 Tuna
    Animal Protein

    Description

    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.

  • 4 Natural and Artificial Flavor
    Food Additive

    Description

    A combination of natural and artificial flavoring agents.

    Why Notice?

    Contains artificial flavoring with no nutritional benefit, added to mask low-quality ingredients.

  • 5 Tapioca Starch
    Carbs

    Description

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

  • 6 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.

  • 7 Natural Tuna Flavor
    Food Additive

    Description

    Natural flavoring derived from tuna for palatability.

  • 8 Xanthan Gum
    Food Additive

    Description

    A polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabilizer in pet foods.

    Why Concerned?

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

  • 9 Locust Bean Gum
    Food Additive

    Description

    A natural thickener from carob seeds, used as a stabilizer in pet foods.

    Why Concerned?

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

Tips

  • Named animal proteins near the top: Chicken, Tuna are listed early in the ingredient panel.
  • Higher-priority ingredients to review: Natural and Artificial Flavor.
  • 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 100%

Strong clarity: 100% of Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna'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

Animal Protein

High
High
  • Animal 100%

Meat-forward: 100% of the weighted protein in Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna 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

Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna wet cat food Review

Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna 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, 1% 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, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.

Frequently asked questions

Is Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna good for cats?

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

Does Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna contain Dairy?

No — based on the ingredient list, Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna doesn't include Dairy or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna contain Egg?

No — based on the ingredient list, Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna doesn't include Egg or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna contain Legumes?

Yes — based on the ingredient list, Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna contains Legumes, so pets sensitive to Legumes should generally avoid this product or consult a vet first.

Does Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna contain Nuts?

No — based on the ingredient list, Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.

Is Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna grain-free?

Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.

What are the main protein sources in Delectables Stew Lickable Cat Treats Chicken & Tuna?

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

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