DogCatStar
Pro+ Chicken
Rating
Is DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken wet cat food good?
DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken is a wet 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, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Poultry, Fish.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Includes a fair number of clearly named animal ingredients.
Cons
- Some non-animal ingredients are not clearly identified, which reduces formula transparency.
- Relies mostly on inorganic mineral supplements, which may be less bioavailable.
Nutrition Breakdown
- Protein 62%
- Fat 28%
- Est. Carbs 3%
- Fiber 3%
- Ash 5%
Moisture (80%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
- Protein 12%
- Fat 6%
- Est. Carbs 1%
- Fiber 1%
- Moisture 80%
- Ash 1%
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Super High (62% 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 (28% 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
15 of 18 matched
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1 Broth
Animal ProteinDescription
Unspecified broth from an unnamed animal source.
Why Notice?
Unspecified animal products from unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
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2 Chicken Breast
Animal ProteinDescription
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.
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3 Chicken Fat
FatDescription
The fatty layer separated during the cooking process, with a high level of omega 6, It is more preferable by dogs and cats over other types of fats.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal fat with high digestibility and biological value.
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4 Calcium Carbonate
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of calcium, it is essential in the formation of bones / teeth and different cellular functions. Compare to organic form, it has 5 - 15% less absorption rate to the body.
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5 Calcium Phosphate
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of calcium, it is essential in the formation of bones / teeth and different cellular functions. Compare to organic form, it has 5 - 15% less absorption rate to the body.
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6 Wheatgrass
CarbsDescription
Young wheat shoots harvested before grain development, rich in chlorophyll, vitamins, and minerals.
- 7 Psyllium Fiber
No match found in database
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8 Fibersol-2
(Detected): Fiber-sol-2
PrebioticsDescription
A soluble corn fiber (resistant maltodextrin) that supports digestive health.
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9 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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10 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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11 Licorice Extract
OthersDescription
Extract from licorice root, used for anti-inflammatory and digestive benefits.
- 12 KT-11
No match found in database
- 13 L-137
No match found in database
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14 Vitamin B Complex
SupplementDescription
Vitamin B complex is composed of 8 B vitamins: B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, and B12, which are important for maintaining a healthy body. In pet food, it is a common supplement.
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15 Vitamin E
SupplementDescription
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.
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16 Vitamin K
SupplementDescription
Supplement for vitamin K, which is essential for the formulation of bone and normal blood clotting. A deficiency will result in prolonged bleeding times and internal bleeding.
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17 Vitamin D
SupplementDescription
Supplement for vitamin D, which is essential for calcium homeostasis - to maintain a constant concentration of calcium. A deficiency will result in osteopenia (lower bone mass).
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18 Minerals
SupplementDescription
A general term for mineral supplementation, specific sources not identified.
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: Broth, Hydrolyzed Fish Protein.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Hydrolyzed Fish Protein have caution notes in the ingredient database.
- Ingredient matching note: 15 of 18 ingredients were matched. One early unmatched item was Psyllium Fiber. We update our ingredient database over time, so this analysis may become more complete if you check again later.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
Moderate- Named 67%
- Unnamed 33%
Mixed clarity: 67% of DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named, but 33% use vague terms such as "meat meal" and 0% are by-products. Where names are vague, you cannot verify the source or check for allergens.
Contributing ingredients
Named
Unnamed
Animal Protein
High- Animal 100%
Meat-forward: 100% of the weighted protein in DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken 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
DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken wet cat food Review
DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken 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
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 67% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Contains common allergens: Poultry, Fish.
- On a dry-matter basis: 62% protein, 28% fat, 3% 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 DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken good for cats?
Yes — rated 4 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content.
Does DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken contain Dairy?
No — based on the ingredient list, DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken doesn't include Dairy or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken contain Egg?
No — based on the ingredient list, DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken doesn't include Egg or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken contain Legumes?
No — based on the ingredient list, DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken doesn't include Legumes or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken contain Nuts?
No — based on the ingredient list, DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.
Is DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken grain-free?
Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.
What are the main protein sources in DogCatStar Pro+ Chicken?
The top animal proteins are Chicken Breast — clearly named, so you can verify the source.
