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Untamed

Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté

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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.

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
High

Is Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté wet cat food good?

Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté 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, giving good visibility into protein sources. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Fish.

Allergy Highlights

Contains:

Fish

Free From:

Gluten grainsGrains (gluten-free)DairyEggLegumesNutsPoultryRed meatShellfishUnknown Meal

Pros

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

Nutrition Breakdown

  • Protein 69%
  • Fat 16%
  • Fiber 1%
  • Ash 16%

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

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

  • Protein 11%
  • Fat 3%
  • Moisture 84%
  • Ash 3%

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

Tips

  • Protein is Super High (69% 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.

    References

    FDA: Complete and Balanced Pet Food Merck Veterinary Manual: Nutritional Requirements of Small Animals Nutritional needs and health outcomes of ageing cats and dogs
  • Fat is Medium (16% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This is a moderate energy-density signal for many cats, but total calories and body condition still matter.

    Understanding Medium Fat (10% - 16% Dry Matter)

    Moderate Energy Signal This bucket suggests a moderate fat level on a dry-matter basis. It may suit many adult pets when calories, protein, and the adequacy statement also fit.

    Still Check the Whole Diet Fat percentage does not show total calories by itself. Treats, feeding amount, body condition, and life stage can make the same food work well for one pet and poorly for another.

    References

    Merck Veterinary Manual: Nutritional Requirements of Small Animals FDA: Complete and Balanced Pet Food

Ingredients Analysis

10 of 11 matched

  • 1 Tuna Broth
    Animal Protein

    Description

    Broth made from cooking tuna, providing protein and flavour.

    Why Prefer?

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

  • 2 Tuna Loin

    No match found in database

  • 3 Sunflower Oil
    Fat

    Description

    The oil derived from sunflower seeds, high in either omega 6 and 9 fats, low in saturated fat and is packed with natural anti-oxidant vitamin E.

  • 4 Tapioca
    Carbs

    Description

    An alternative high carbs filler as a source of vitamin Bs, iron, manganese, and calcium.

  • 5 Seaweed
    Carbs

    Description

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

  • 6 Salmon Oil
    Fat

    Description

    The oil extracted from salmon, an excellent source of fat and omega 3s, which is important to reduce inflammation in the body.

    Why Prefer?

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

  • 7 Chicory Root
    Carbs

    Description

    Contains insulin, which is a prebiotic that promotes friendly bacteria in the gut and supports better digestion.

  • 8 Yucca
    Carbs

    Description

    Yucca schidigera is a desert plant found in the arid southwestern US and Mexico. It has been shown to reduce fecal aroma (poop's smell) without any harmful effect.

  • 9 Vitamin A
    Supplement

    Description

    Supplement of vitamin A, it is essential for healthy skin, normal vision, and immune function.

  • 10 Vitamin E
    Supplement

    Description

    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.

  • 11 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).

Tips

  • Named animal proteins near the top: Tuna Broth are listed early in the ingredient panel.
  • Ingredient matching note: 10 of 11 ingredients were matched. One early unmatched item was Tuna Loin. We update our ingredient database over time, so this analysis may become more complete if you check again later.

Protein Analysis

How this recipe earned its protein scores.

Protein Clarity

High
High
  • Named 100%

Strong clarity: 100% of Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté'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

Tuna Broth

Animal Protein

High
High
  • Animal 100%

Meat-forward: 100% of the weighted protein in Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté 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

Tuna Broth

Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté wet cat food Review

Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté 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

Key takeaways

  • Named animal proteins make up 100% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
  • Contains common allergens: Fish.
  • On a dry-matter basis: 69% protein, 16% fat, 0% estimated carbohydrates.
  • 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
  • Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.

Frequently asked questions

Is Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté good for cats?

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

Does Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté contain Dairy?

No — based on the ingredient list, Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté doesn't include Dairy or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté contain Egg?

No — based on the ingredient list, Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté doesn't include Egg or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté contain Legumes?

No — based on the ingredient list, Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté doesn't include Legumes or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid this allergen here.

Does Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté contain Nuts?

No — based on the ingredient list, Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.

Is Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté grain-free?

Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.

What are the main protein sources in Untamed Wild Tuna Smooth Pâté?

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

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