Friskies
Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth
Rating
Is Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth wet cat food good?
Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth 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:
Free From:
Pros
- Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
Nutrition Breakdown
- Protein 113%
- Fat 1%
- Fiber 13%
- Ash 88%
Moisture (92%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
- Protein 9%
- Fiber 1%
- Moisture 92%
- Ash 7%
Ash value not listed on label; 7% used as a standard estimate.
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Super High (113% 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 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.
Ingredients Analysis
10 of 10 matched
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1 Tuna Broth
Animal ProteinDescription
Broth made from cooking tuna, providing protein and flavour.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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2 Tuna
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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3 Chicken
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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4 Tapioca Starch
CarbsDescription
An alternative high carbs filler as a source of vitamin Bs, iron, manganese, and calcium.
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5 Powdered Cellulose
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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6 Xanthan Gum
Food AdditiveDescription
A polysaccharide used as a thickener and stabilizer in pet foods.
Why Concerned?
A food additive that is likely to be safe but unnecessary.
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7 Guar Gum
Food AdditiveDescription
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.
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8 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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9 Vitamin E Supplement
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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10 Thiamine Mononitrate
SupplementDescription
An organic form of thiamine, has 5 - 15% more absorption rate than the inorganic form. It is important for energy production and glucose metabolism.
Tips
- Named animal proteins near the top: Tuna Broth, Tuna are listed early in the ingredient panel.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Powdered Cellulose.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Powdered Cellulose have caution notes in the ingredient database.
- Possible digestion triggers: Powdered Cellulose, 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- Named 100%
Strong clarity: 100% of Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth'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
Animal Protein
High- Animal 100%
Meat-forward: 100% of the weighted protein in Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth 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
Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth wet cat food Review
Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth 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: 113% 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 Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth good for cats?
Yes — rated 5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content.
Does Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth contain Dairy?
No — based on the ingredient list, Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth doesn't include Dairy or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth contain Egg?
No — based on the ingredient list, Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth doesn't include Egg or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth contain Legumes?
Yes — based on the ingredient list, Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth contains Legumes, so pets sensitive to Legumes should generally avoid this product or consult a vet first.
Does Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth contain Nuts?
No — based on the ingredient list, Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.
Is Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth grain-free?
Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.
What are the main protein sources in Friskies Lil' Soups Senior With Skipjack Tuna in a Velvety Tuna Broth?
The top animal proteins are Tuna Broth, Tuna, Chicken — clearly named, so you can verify the source.
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