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Monster Tribe

Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties

CatFreeze-Dried

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 Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties freeze-dried cat food good?

Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties is a freeze-dried 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. 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, Unknown Meal but contains Poultry, Red meat, Fish, Shellfish.

Allergy Highlights

Contains:

PoultryRed meatFishShellfish

Free From:

Gluten grainsGrains (gluten-free)DairyEggLegumesNutsUnknown Meal

Pros

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

Cons

  • Relies mostly on inorganic mineral supplements, which may be less bioavailable.

Nutrition Breakdown

  • Protein 65%
  • Fat 22%
  • Est. Carbs 5%
  • Fiber 1%
  • Ash 8%

Moisture (3%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.

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

  • Protein 63%
  • Fat 21%
  • Est. Carbs 4%
  • Fiber 1%
  • Moisture 3%
  • Ash 8%

As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.

Tips

Ingredients Analysis

14 of 14 matched

  • 1 Beef
    Animal Protein

    Description

    Excellent source of protein, vitamin B12, zinc, iron. However, red meat contains a higher level of cholesterol which is related to several health issues like heart disease.

    Why Prefer?

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

  • 2 Beef Heart
    Animal Protein

    Description

    High in protein with unique nutrients, contains iron, phosphorus, selenium and zinc.

    Why Prefer?

    Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.

  • 3 Chicken Breast
    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.

  • 4 Chicken Gizzard
    Animal Protein

    Description

    The gizzard is a muscle found in the digestive tract of the chicken, low in fat and high in vitamins such as vitamin B12.

    Why Prefer?

    Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.

  • 5 Chicken Heart
    Animal Protein

    Description

    An excellent source of vitamin B9, iron, and zinc.

    Why Prefer?

    Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.

  • 6 Clam
    Animal Protein

    Description

    Clam meat, a seafood protein source rich in minerals.

    Why Prefer?

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

  • 7 Chicken Liver
    Animal Protein

    Description

    An excellent source of vitamin A, chromium, and copper.

    Why Prefer?

    Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.

  • 8 Carrot
    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).

  • 9 Calcium Carbonate
    Supplement

    Description

    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.

  • 10 Vitamin Premix
    Supplement

    Description

    A blend of multiple vitamins used to ensure complete vitamin supplementation.

  • 11 Red Algae
    Plant Protein

    Description

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

  • 12 Fish Oil
    Fat

    Description

    Oil derived from fish, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, DHA, and EPA.

    Why Concerned?

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

  • 13 Taurine
    Supplement

    Description

    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).

  • 14 Mineral Premix
    Supplement

    Description

    A blended supplement containing multiple essential minerals in appropriate proportions.

Tips

  • Named animal proteins near the top: Beef, Beef Heart are listed early in the ingredient panel.
  • Ingredients worth checking: Fish Oil.

Protein Analysis

How this recipe earned its protein scores.

Protein Clarity

High
High
  • Named 100%

Strong clarity: 100% of Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties'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

Beef Beef Heart Chicken Breast Chicken Gizzard Chicken Heart Clam Chicken Liver

Animal Protein

High
High
  • Animal 99%
  • Plant 1%

Meat-forward: 99% of the weighted protein in Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties comes from animal sources. Plant signals are modest (1% whole plants, 0% plant concentrates), so the protein profile leans on real meat.

Contributing ingredients

Animal

Beef Beef Heart Chicken Breast Chicken Gizzard Chicken Heart Clam Chicken Liver

Plant

Red Algae

Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties freeze-dried cat food Review

Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties 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

Key takeaways

  • Named animal proteins make up 100% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
  • Contains common allergens: Poultry, Red meat, Fish, Shellfish.
  • On a dry-matter basis: 65% protein, 22% fat, 5% estimated carbohydrates.
  • 99% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
  • Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Unknown Meal.

Frequently asked questions

Is Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties good for cats?

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

Does Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties contain Dairy?

No — based on the ingredient list, Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties doesn't include Dairy or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties contain Egg?

No — based on the ingredient list, Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties doesn't include Egg or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties contain Legumes?

No — based on the ingredient list, Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties doesn't include Legumes or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties contain Nuts?

No — based on the ingredient list, Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.

Is Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties grain-free?

Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.

What are the main protein sources in Monster Tribe Surf and Turf Fresh Meat Patties?

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

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