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Lily's Kitchen

White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats

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Rating

★︎★︎★︎☆︎☆︎ 3.5 / 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
Moderate

Is Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats dry cat food good?

Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats is a dry cat food rated 3.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and moderate 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), Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Unknown Meal but contains Dairy, Egg, Poultry, Fish, Shellfish.

Allergy Highlights

Contains:

DairyEggPoultryFishShellfish

Free From:

Gluten grainsGrains (gluten-free)LegumesNutsRed meatUnknown Meal

Pros

  • Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
  • Includes plant ingredients that can provide fiber and natural antioxidants.

Ingredients Analysis

22 of 22 matched

  • 1 Seasonal White Fish
    Animal Protein

    Description

    White fish from seasonal catches, a protein source that varies by availability.

    Why Concerned?

    An unnamed fish source with limited transparency due to variable species.

  • 2 Turkey
    Animal Protein

    Description

    A large bird looks similar to chicken, high in protein, and packed with vitamin B3, B6, B12, selenium, zinc, and phosphorus.

    Why Prefer?

    A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.

  • 3 Trout
    Animal Protein

    Description

    Belongs to the salmon family, it is high in protein, packed with omega 3 and 6 fatty acids and vitamin D.

    Why Prefer?

    A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.

  • 4 Potato
    Carbs

    Description

    Contains mainly carbs, often used as an alternative filler for grain-free pet foods.

    Why Concerned?

    An inexpensive filler without gluten, with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.

  • 5 Potato Protein
    Plant Protein Concentrate

    Description

    A protein concentrate extracted from potatoes, contains about 75% protein, often added to boost up the protein content of pet foods with less meat.

    Why Notice?

    High level of plant-based protein is not easy to digest and offers less biological value. Good quality pet foods should obtain sufficient protein from animal sources.

    Digestion Concern

    It offers much less biological value (less digested and absorbed by the body) to pets compared to animal protein.

  • 6 Cellulose
    Carbs

    Description

    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.

  • 7 Fish Stock
    Animal Protein

    Description

    The soup produced by cooking fish bones, parts, or meat. It is high in glycine which claims to detoxify the liver and prevent leaky gut. There is a lack of evidence to show the benefits to pets.

    Why Notice?

    It does not state what kind of fish is used to make the ingredient. 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.

  • 8 Egg
    Animal Protein

    Description

    It contains almost every nutrient the body needs. It also has the highest biological value (protein absorption) among other animal proteins.

    Why Prefer?

    A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.

  • 9 Flaxseed
    Fat

    Description

    One of the richest sources of plant-based omega 3s, well known for its anti-inflammatory properties. It contains around 41% of fat, 57% of the total fatty acids is omega 3s.

  • 10 Green Lipped Mussel Extract
    Animal Protein

    Description

    The extract from Green Lipped Mussel, which is an excellent source of protein, vitamin A, B12, zinc, and iron.

  • 11 Turmeric
    Carbs

    Description

    Orange ginger-like plant often used in making curry. It contains curcumin, which is a strong antioxidant with anti-inflammatory effects. However, its color is the main purpose of adding it to pet foods.

  • 12 Prebiotics
    Prebiotics

    Description

    Non-digestible compounds that promote the growth of beneficial gut bacteria.

    Why Prefer?

    Supports healthy gut microbiome.

  • 13 Joint Care Mix
    Food Additive

    Description

    A proprietary blend of ingredients for joint support.

  • 14 Italian Cheese
    Plant Protein

    Description

    A dairy product used as a flavoring or protein source in pet food.

    Why Concerned?

    Dairy products may cause digestive issues in lactose-intolerant pets.

    Digestion Concern

    Some pets are lactose intolerant and may experience digestive upset.

  • 15 Boswellia
    Supplement

    Description

    An herbal supplement from the Boswellia tree resin, used for anti-inflammatory and joint support.

  • 16 Seaweed
    Carbs

    Description

    An excellent source of various minerals including calcium, iron, magnesium. Rich in rare mineral iodine essential for healthy thyroid function.

  • 17 Carrots
    Carbs

    Description

    Well known for its alpha and beta-carotene content, also rich in potassium and vitamin B6. Most pet foods use it as a minor ingredient (include 0.1% to 3% of the total composition).

  • 18 Parsley
    Carbs

    Description

    A type of plant native to the Mediterranean. It is particularly rich in vitamin K, and a good source of vitamin A, C, and antioxidants.

  • 19 Cranberries
    Carbs

    Description

    High in vitamin C and antioxidants, it is also best known for fighting Urinary Tract Infections. While it could be true for humans, the effect on pets is yet to be confirmed by further research.

  • 20 Bilberries
    Carbs

    Description

    Commonly known as European blueberries, contains a good amount of manganese, vitamin C and K.

  • 21 Ginkgo Biloba
    Supplement

    Description

    An herbal supplement from ginkgo leaves, used for cognitive and circulatory support.

  • 22 Fenugreek Seed

    (Detected): Fenugreek Seeds

    Carbs

    Description

    Seeds of the fenugreek herb, used in traditional medicine for various health benefits.

Tips

  • Some protein sources are less clear: Fish Stock appear near the top without a clearly defined animal source.
  • Plant protein is worth closer review for cats: Potato Protein may raise the listed protein percentage without meaning there is more meat.
  • Higher-priority ingredients to review: Potato Protein, Cellulose, Fish Stock.
  • Higher-caution ingredients: Cellulose, Fish Stock have caution notes in the ingredient database.
  • Possible digestion triggers: Potato Protein, Cellulose, Italian Cheese 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 89%
  • Unnamed 11%

Strong clarity: 89% of Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named (like chicken or salmon). Only 11% 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

Seasonal White Fish Turkey Trout Egg Green Lipped Mussel Extract

Unnamed

Fish Stock

Animal Protein

Moderate
Moderate
  • Animal 64%
  • Plant 1%
  • Plant concentrate 36%

Mixed protein sources in Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats: 64% animal, 1% whole plants, and 36% plant-protein concentrates. The recipe combines meat with notable plant-protein signals.

Contributing ingredients

Animal

Seasonal White Fish Turkey Trout Fish Stock Egg Green Lipped Mussel Extract

Plant

Italian Cheese

Plant concentrate

Potato Protein

Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats dry cat food Review

Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats is a solid mid-tier dry cat food at 3.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and moderate animal protein content. It has clear strengths alongside a few trade-offs worth weighing.

Best for

  • Owners who want clearly named protein sources
  • Pets avoiding gluten grains

Avoid if

  • Your pet is allergic to dairy
  • Your pet is allergic to eggs
  • You're avoiding plant-protein concentrates like pea or soy isolate

Key takeaways

  • Named animal proteins make up 89% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
  • Plant-protein concentrates appear in the top 10 ingredients: Potato Protein.
  • Contains common allergens: Dairy, Egg, Poultry, Fish, Shellfish.
  • 64% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
  • Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Unknown Meal.

Frequently asked questions

Is Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats good for cats?

Mostly — a solid mid-tier pick at 3.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and moderate animal protein content. Best paired with knowledge of your pet's needs.

Does Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats contain Dairy?

Yes — based on the ingredient list, Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats contains Dairy, so pets sensitive to Dairy should generally avoid this product or consult a vet first.

Does Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats contain Egg?

Yes — based on the ingredient list, Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats contains Egg, so pets sensitive to Egg should generally avoid this product or consult a vet first.

Does Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats contain Legumes?

No — based on the ingredient list, Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats doesn't include Legumes or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats contain Nuts?

No — based on the ingredient list, Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.

Is Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats grain-free?

Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.

What are the main protein sources in Lily's Kitchen White Fish with Turkey & Trout for Mature Cats?

The top animal proteins are Seasonal White Fish, Turkey, Trout — clearly named, so you can verify the source.

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