Salican
Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy
Rating
Is Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy wet cat food good?
Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy is a wet cat food rated 2.5 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. However, most minerals are supplied in inorganic forms that may be less well absorbed. This recipe is free from Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Gluten grains, Legumes, Poultry, Fish.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
Cons
- Relies mostly on inorganic mineral supplements, which may be less bioavailable.
Nutrition Breakdown
- Protein 31%
- Fat 3%
- Est. Carbs 41%
- 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 5%
- Fat 1%
- Est. Carbs 7%
- Fiber 1%
- Moisture 84%
- Ash 3%
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Medium (31% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. Cats usually benefit from higher protein than dogs, so confirm the food is complete for cats and fits the cat's life stage.
- 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
17 of 17 matched
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1 Water
OthersDescription
It is added in the pet food as a blending / thinning agent.
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2 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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3 Sardine
Animal ProteinDescription
Small fishes that are high in protein, omega 3s, and low in mercury.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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4 Mackerel
Animal ProteinDescription
Greenish-blue back silverfish, high in protein, vitamin B12, and selenium. It is also an excellent source of omega 3s, similar to salmon.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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5 Wheat Flour
CarbsDescription
The most common inexpensive filler in lower-grade pet foods. Other than carbs and fiber, it does not contain important nutrients for dogs / cats.
Why Concerned?
A common filler with gluten, with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.
Allergen Concern
Contains gluten, which is one of the most common allergens that can cause skin rashes, itchiness, and irritation.
Digestion Concern
Gluten intolerances can cause damage to the gastrointestinal tract, may result in diarrhea and discomfort stomach.
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6 Fish Extract
Animal ProteinDescription
A flavor made of unnamed fish, it is used to make pet food more tasty and palatable.
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.
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7 Glycine
Food AdditiveDescription
An amino acid important for collagen production and joint health.
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8 Hydrolyzed Chicken Protein
Animal ProteinDescription
Chicken protein is broken down into smaller parts by using enzymes in a process called "Hydrolysis". MSG (food enhancer) is formed during the process.
Why Concerned?
An animal protein with high digestibility. However, MSG could be linked to several side effects including headache, nausea, and weakness.
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9 Pea Protein
Plant Protein ConcentrateDescription
Extracted protein from pea in a dry process. It contains 45 - 55% protein, which will significantly boost up the overall protein content of pet foods.
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
The process will concentrate the level of oligosaccharides, which is a 3 - 5 carbon short-chain sugar that is indigestible by dogs / cats. It offers much less biological value (less absorbed by the body) to pets compared to animal protein.
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10 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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11 Sodium Chloride
OthersDescription
Mainly added to enhance the flavor, might cause kidney and blood pressure issues in a larger dose. High-quality pet foods should get a sufficient amount from raw meat, additional salt is not necessary.
Why Concerned?
A controversial ingredient that might cause health issues, unnecessary for the risk.
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12 Sodium Tripolyphosphate
Food AdditiveDescription
A chemical compound used as a food preservative by maintaining moisture in pet foods, making them remain fresher for longer times.
Why Notice?
A food additive that might cause health issues.
Uncertain/Risky
US National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health has listed it as a possible neurotoxin and irritant to skin.
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13 Xylose
CarbsDescription
A naturally occurring sugar found in wood and plant material, used as a sweetener.
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14 Potassium Chloride
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of potassium, which offers 5 - 15% less absorption rate to the body. It is essential for important functions like nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction, and carbon dioxide / oxygen transport.
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15 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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16 Fructo-oligosaccharide
(Detected): Fructooligosaccharide
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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17 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.
Tips
- Some protein sources are less clear: Fish Extract appear near the top without a clearly defined animal source.
- Plant protein is worth closer review for cats: Pea Protein may raise the listed protein percentage without meaning there is more meat.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Fish Extract, Pea Protein, Sodium Tripolyphosphate.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Fish Extract, Sodium Tripolyphosphate have caution notes in the ingredient database.
- Possible allergy triggers: Wheat Flour have allergen notes; review them if your pet has sensitivities.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
High- Named 88%
- Unnamed 13%
Strong clarity: 88% of Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named (like chicken or salmon). Only 13% 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
Unnamed
Animal Protein
Moderate- Animal 76%
- Plant concentrate 24%
Mixed protein sources in Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy: 76% animal, 0% whole plants, and 24% plant-protein concentrates. The recipe combines meat with notable plant-protein signals.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
Plant concentrate
Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy wet cat food Review
Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy is a solid mid-tier wet cat food at 2.5 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
Avoid if
- Your pet has a grain or gluten sensitivity
- You're avoiding legumes
- You're avoiding plant-protein concentrates like pea or soy isolate
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 88% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Plant-protein concentrates appear in the top 10 ingredients: Pea Protein.
- Contains common allergens: Gluten grains, Legumes, Poultry, Fish.
- On a dry-matter basis: 31% protein, 3% fat, 41% estimated carbohydrates.
- 76% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
Frequently asked questions
Is Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy good for cats?
Mostly — a solid mid-tier pick at 2.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and moderate animal protein content. Best paired with knowledge of your pet's needs.
Does Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy contain Dairy?
No — based on the ingredient list, Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy doesn't include Dairy or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy contain Egg?
No — based on the ingredient list, Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy doesn't include Egg or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy contain Legumes?
Yes — based on the ingredient list, Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy contains Legumes, so pets sensitive to Legumes should generally avoid this product or consult a vet first.
Does Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy contain Nuts?
No — based on the ingredient list, Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.
Is Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy grain-free?
No — the recipe contains Gluten grains.
What are the main protein sources in Salican Pet Food with Ocean Fish in Gravy?
The top animal proteins are Chicken, Sardine, Mackerel — clearly named, so you can verify the source.
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