INDIGO
Tuna White Meat & Shrimp
Rating
Is INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp wet cat food good?
INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp 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, Poultry, Red meat, Unknown Meal but contains Legumes, Fish, Shellfish.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
Nutrition Breakdown
- Protein 87%
- Fat 3%
- Fiber 7%
- Ash 47%
Moisture (85%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
- Protein 13%
- Fat 1%
- Fiber 1%
- Moisture 85%
- 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 (87% 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 (3% 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
6 of 6 matched
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1 Tuna White Meat
Animal ProteinDescription
White meat portion of tuna, lean and high in protein with mild flavor.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality named animal protein with high digestibility.
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2 Shrimp
Animal ProteinDescription
High in protein and low in fat, a good source of selenium, vitamin B12, and astaxanthin.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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3 Fructo-oligo-saccharides
(Detected): Fructo-oligosaccharides
PrebioticsDescription
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.
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4 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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5 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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6 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.
Tips
- Named animal proteins near the top: Tuna White Meat, Shrimp are listed early in the ingredient panel.
- 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- Named 100%
Strong clarity: 100% of INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp'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 INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp 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
INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp wet cat food Review
INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp 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, Fish, Shellfish.
- On a dry-matter basis: 87% protein, 3% fat, 0% estimated carbohydrates.
- 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp good for cats?
Yes — rated 5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content.
Does INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp contain Dairy?
No — based on the ingredient list, INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp doesn't include Dairy or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp contain Egg?
No — based on the ingredient list, INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp doesn't include Egg or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp contain Legumes?
Yes — based on the ingredient list, INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp contains Legumes, so pets sensitive to Legumes should generally avoid this product or consult a vet first.
Does INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp contain Nuts?
No — based on the ingredient list, INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.
Is INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp grain-free?
Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.
What are the main protein sources in INDIGO Tuna White Meat & Shrimp?
The top animal proteins are Tuna White Meat, Shrimp — clearly named, so you can verify the source.
