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NUNAVUTO

Chicken Fillet Grain Free

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Rating

Estimated rating — we couldn't identify some of the main ingredients, so this rating may be inaccurate.
★︎★︎★︎★︎☆︎ 4.5 / 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.

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 NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free wet cat food good?

NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free is a wet cat food rated 4.5 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, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Fish, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Poultry.

Allergy Highlights

Contains:

Poultry

Free From:

Gluten grainsGrains (gluten-free)DairyEggLegumesNutsRed meatFishShellfishUnknown Meal

Pros

  • Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.

Nutrition Breakdown

  • Protein 81%
  • Fat 1%
  • Fiber 6%
  • Ash 19%

Moisture (84%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.

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

  • Protein 13%
  • Fiber 1%
  • Moisture 84%
  • Ash 3%

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

Tips

  • Protein is Super High (81% 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.

    Understanding Super High Protein (≥ 50% Dry Matter)

    Species-Specific Range This bucket uses dry-matter label math. Cats use a higher protein threshold than dogs because cats generally have higher protein needs, so a value that is super high for a dog may only be high for a cat.

    Health Context Matters Healthy adult and senior pets still need enough high-quality protein to maintain lean tissue. Pets with chronic kidney disease or other medical conditions may need adjusted nutrient targets, so those cases should be managed with veterinary guidance.

  • 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.

    Understanding Low Fat (< 10% Dry Matter)

    Lower Energy Density Lower fat can be useful when a pet needs fewer calories or a veterinarian recommends a lower-fat diet. It is not automatically better for every pet.

    Energy and Essential Fats Still Matter Very active, growing, pregnant, or nursing pets may need more energy. Complete diets still need to provide essential fatty acids, so check the adequacy statement and use veterinary guidance for medical diets.

Ingredients Analysis

2 of 3 matched

  • 1 Chicken
    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.

  • 2 Gravy

    No match found in database

  • 3 Yeast Extract
    Plant Protein Concentrate

    Description

    Made from fungus and often used to make beer, a rich source of minerals such as selenium. B-complex vitamins, and chromium. It contains around 40% protein.

    Why Concerned?

    A controversial ingredient, some believe it can support the immune system, while others say it can be linked to allergies and bloating. However, no scientific research can provide a concrete conclusion.

Tips

  • Named animal proteins near the top: Chicken are listed early in the ingredient panel.
  • Ingredients worth checking: Yeast Extract.

Protein Analysis

How this recipe earned its protein scores.

Protein Clarity

High
High
  • Named 100%

Strong clarity: 100% of NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free'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

Chicken

Animal Protein

High
High
  • Animal 83%
  • Auxiliary 17%

Meat-forward: 83% of the weighted protein in NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free 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

Chicken

Auxiliary

Yeast Extract

NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free wet cat food Review

NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free is a strong choice — rated 4.5 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.
  • On a dry-matter basis: 81% protein, 1% fat, 0% estimated carbohydrates.
  • 83% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
  • Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Fish, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.

Frequently asked questions

Is NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free good for cats?

Yes — rated 4.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content.

Does NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free contain Dairy?

No — based on the ingredient list, NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free doesn't include Dairy or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free contain Egg?

No — based on the ingredient list, NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free doesn't include Egg or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free contain Legumes?

No — based on the ingredient list, NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free doesn't include Legumes or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free contain Nuts?

No — based on the ingredient list, NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.

Is NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free grain-free?

Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.

What are the main protein sources in NUNAVUTO Chicken Fillet Grain Free?

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

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