March 24, 2023
Best wet cat food for kittens in the UK
I researched the best wet cat food for kittens in the UK by examining various sources, including websites, online retailers, and discussion forums. I consulted sources such as Amazon.co.uk [1], cats.com [2], bestb.uk [3], whatsthebest.co.uk [5], and Reddit [6][7][8]. There was a fair amount of consensus among the sources, but some variations in recommendations were present. The sources were all related to the original query, and I am confident in the information provided.
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Smalls Cat Food
Wellness CORE Kitten Turkey & Chicken Liver Recipe
Nulo Freestyle Turkey & Chicken Recipe Grain-Free Canned Cat & Kitten Food
Purina Pro Plan Focus Kitten Classic Chicken & Liver Entree Canned Cat Food
HiLife Luxury Seafood Platter in Jelly
Hills Kidney Care K/D Multipack
Applaws Fish Selection in Broth
Royal Canin Kitten Instinctive Wet Pouch
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Source: "Nulo Freestyle Turkey & Chicken Recipe Grain-Fr..." (from web, www.chewy.com)
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NULO Freestyle Turkey & Chicken Recipe Grain-Free Canned Cat & Kitten Food, 5.5-oz, case of 24
- Complementary protein combo features turkey and chicken as top ingredients for the animal protein and flavor your little carnivore craves
- Packed with whole-body health nutrients like vitamins, minerals, omegas and essential taurine for overall well-being
- Complete and balanced diet for adult cats and kittens, with zero grains, carrageenan, meat by-products, corn, wheat, soy or artificial preservatives, colors or flavoring
- Keeps your kitty hydrated with plenty of moisture from broth-based gravy, and has an irresistible texture cats love
- Made in the USA and comes in conveniently portioned, easy-open cans to make mealtime easy and hassle-free
- Contains about 1.78% Phosphorus on a Dry Matter Basis
- Contains approximately 1.34% carbohydrates and 37.73% fat on a dry matter basis (approximately 0.36% carbohydrates and 10.15% fat on an as-fed basis)
- Meat, poultry, and fish are sourced from the United States and Canada, with the exception of some duck (France), lamb (Australia & New Zealand), and wild-caught fish (regions can vary based on the migratory path of the wild population)
- Kelp serves as an excellent source of minerals such as iron, iodine, potassium, and trace minerals.It also has a high digestible protein level
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Reviews
- Most cats preferred the drier, more pate like consistency
- Cats love the other two flavors (blue and green)
- Good amount of research and found it to be the best option for kittens when considering a balance of price and ingredient quality
- Fixed my kitty’s GI issues
- Good quality, cats won’t eat it
- Cans were broken open and damaged
- Liked it then didn’t
Source: "The 9 Best Kitten Foods Of 2023: Unbiased Revie..." (from web, cats.com)
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Wellness CORE Kitten Turkey & Chicken Liver Recipe Canned Food
- Contains turkey, chicken liver, chicken meat, and chicken meal as animal-based ingredients
- Herring and menhaden fish oil as a source of DHA
- Contains small amounts of ground flaxseed, dried kelp, chicory root extract, and alfalfa meal
- 108 calories per 3 oz can
- 54.55% protein, 27.27% fat, 4.55% fiber, and 13.64% carbs on dry matter basis
- 40.58% protein, 49.28% fat, and 10.14% carbs on caloric weight basis
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Instinct by Nature’s Variety Kitten Grain-Free Real Chicken Recipe
- Chicken, beef liver, salmon as animal-based ingredients
- Cranberries, pumpkin, tomato, blueberries, broccoli, cabbage, kale, and parsley as plant ingredients
- 9% carbohydrates on dry matter basis
- 103 calories per 3 oz can
- 54.55% protein, 27.27% fat, 4.55% fiber, and 13.64% carbs on dry matter basis
- 40.58% protein, 49.28% fat, and 10.14% carbs on caloric weight basis
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Smalls Fresh Ground Other Bird
- Turkey as a single source of animal protein
- Canola oil as the only source of added fat
- High in moisture to support hydration
- No animal by-product meals or artificial additives
Source: "Recommended Food for Cats - My Thoughts" (from reddit, r/CatAdvice)
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Nutrience Prairie Red Pâté
- Reputable brand line created in 1988 with no recall history to date
- Sources ingredients from North America
- Diversity of red meats is rare (majority are white meats)
- First 5 ingredients: Beef, beef liver, beef broth, pork, lamb
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Simply Nourish Tender Salmon Morsels in Gravy
- No recall history to date
- Primarily made with animal proteins
- No artificial food colouring dyes
- Can be readily found at PetSmart
- First 5 ingredients: Salmon, salmon broth, water, chicken liver, chicken
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FirstMate Limited Ingredient Diet Cage-Free Chicken Formula
- No recall history to date
- Primarily made with chicken, making it a safer option for cats with allergies
- Water is the secondary ingredient, followed by potato, making it relatively higher in carbohydrates
- First 5 ingredients: Boneless chicken, water, potato, calcium carbonate, sodium chloride
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Canada Fresh Red Meat Formula
- 9% guaranteed carb analysis
- Contains much less carbohydrates than the average
- Emulates cats’ natural diet
- Neither CF nor the parent company (PetKind Pet Products) have been recalled to date
- First 5 ingredients: Beef, beef liver, beef broth, lamb, tri-calcium phosphate
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Nulo medalseries Limited Ingredient Diet Chicken and Chicken Liver Recipe
- Newer company quickly gaining speed within the premium market
- No recall history to date
- Do not provide detailed production information
- Medalseries line is exclusive to PetSmart locations
- First 5 ingredients: Chicken, chicken broth, chicken liver, ground flaxseed, cassia gum
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Halo Holistic Chicken, Shrimp and Crab
- Committed to products without “meat meals”, GMO-free and no ingredients from China
- Donates to local shelters
- No non-voluntary recalls (Spot’s Stew in 2015 due to reports of mold)
- Not recommended for those with seafood allergies
- Co-owned by Ellen Degeneres since 1986
- First 5 ingredients: Chicken, chicken broth, chicken liver, shrimp, crab
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Farmina Pumpkin Feline Venison
- One of the highest quality
Source: "What food brand should I get for a kitten" (from reddit, r/Pets)
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Hill’s Science Diet
- Recommended by pre-veterinary student, quality checks, nutritional research, professionals working full time to improve formulas
- Dry food: Hill’s Science Diet Kitten Healthy Development Original Dry Food
- Wet food: Hill’s Science Diet Kitten Healthy Cuisine Roasted Chicken and Rice Medley or Hill’s Science Diet Healthy Development Liver and Chicken Entrée Minced
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Wellness
- Dry food: Wellness CORE Natural Dry Grain Free Kitten Food, Turkey, Whitefish & Chicken
- Wet food: Wellness Complete Health Natural Grain Free Wet Canned Kitten Food, Chicken Pate or Wellness Natural Food for Pets Natural Grain Free Wet Canned Cat Food, Minced Chicken
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Whiskas
- Not recommended, compared to McDonald’s for cats
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Royal Canin
- Recommended by pre-veterinary student, recommended by a user, Royal Canin kitten development
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Purina Pro Plan
- Recommended by pre-veterinary student
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Orijen
- Recommended by a user, high in protein and low in carbs
Source: "Grain-Free Non-Pate Wet Cat Food Suggestions? (UK)" (from reddit, r/CatAdvice)
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Bozita tetra packs
- Available from Zooplus
- Variety of flavours available in jelly or sauce (chunks)
- Great value, grain free and no added sugars
- 6x370g packs for £6.99 (£3.15/kg)
- Delivery costs from £3.99
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Feringa
- Similar texture to Savoury Cakes
- All chopped up bits of meat in some jelly
- Available from Zooplus for £3.12/kg
- Wet and dry available
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Source: "The best cat food UK for kittens | Home | What'..." (from web, www.whatsthebest.co.uk)
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Whiskas 2-12 Months Kitten Pouches Poultry Selection in Jelly, 12x100g
- No artificial flavours or colours
- Promotes healthy growth
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Pets at Home Rich Recipe Fish and Poultry in Jelly Kitten Food 12 x 100g
- Assortment of flavours
- Promotes growth
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Purina Pro Plan Original Dry Kitten Food Chicken 1.5kg
- Recommended by Cats Protection
- Precisely balanced formula
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Lily’s Kitchen Smooth Pate for Kitten, Chicken + Beef (19 x 85 g)
- High-quality cat food with fresh ingredients
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Applaws Natural Wet Kitten Food, Tuna in Broth 70 g Tin, 24 x 70 g
- Made with natural ingredients
- Contains 46% tuna
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ROYAL CANIN Kitten Instinctive Wet Pouch 12 x 85g
- Small and tender chunks
- Supports natural defences and permanent teeth development
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Purina ONE Kitten Dry Cat Food Chicken & Wholegrain 800g (Case of 4)
- High-quality ingredients
- Unique nutritional formula
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Whiskas Junior Dry Cat Food for Kittens and young Cats 2-12 Months with Chicken
- Specially formulated
- Contains milk in the soft centre
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Lily’s Kitchen Kitten Chicken & White Fish Complete Dry Food 4 x 800 g
- 75% meaty greatness
- Perfect for kittens to graze
Source: "12 Best Wet Cat Food for Fussy Cats in UK 2023" (from web, bestb.uk)
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HiLife Luxury Seafood Platter in Jelly
- Highest lean protein ratio is 15%
- 60% natural fish content with no meat protein derivates
- Moggies love jelly content with whole tuna loin
- Complete food free from preservatives and grains
- Expensive meals but quality ingredients
- 83% moisture is relatively high
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Hills Kidney Care K/D Multipack
- Helpfully protect the cat’s vital kidney functions
- Formulated to promote a urinary environment that lowers the risk of struvite development
- Clinically approved nutrients in palatable gravy with an irresistible taste
- Antioxidants, essential amino acids and L-carnitine boost adult cat health
- Omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil help improve blood flow to the kidneys
- Lower protein ratio compared to other real ingredients
- Only 4% salmon fish meat content
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Encore Chicken Selection in Broth
- Made with 75% real meat; delicious and easy to digest
- Complete food with 14% high crude protein
- Hydrating broth with soft chicken breast meat
- Natural proteins and amino acids
- Combine flavours of chicken, ham and cheese
- Expensive cat food
- Less than 1% of fats are almost negligible
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Applaws Fish Selection in Broth
- Good variety of fish meat with 75% meat content
- No artificial colours, flavours or preservatives
- 14% protein with a natural source of omega-3 fatty acids
- Complementary pet food with a balanced diet with jelly
- Added vitamins to meet the regulations of a complete food
- Moisture levels in recipes are unbalanced
- Some have a high moisture content of 86%, while others have a low moisture content of 24%
- Some picky felines may refuse to eat sardines or prawns
Source: "Top 9 Best Wet, Soft & Canned Wet Food For Kitt..." (from web, cats.com)
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Smalls Cat Food
- Human-grade ingredients
- Plenty of meat and no unnecessary fillers
- Fortified with vitamins, minerals, and amino acids for complete and balanced nutrition
- Doesn’t smell like most wet cat foods
- Specifically formulated for individual kitten
- Convenient alternative to mass-produced pet foods
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Wellness CORE Kitten Turkey & Chicken Liver Recipe
- Great flavor that will entice even the pickiest of eaters
- High in protein and low in fat and carbohydrates
- Pleasant odor when opening the can
- Calorie-dense
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Nulo Freestyle Turkey & Chicken Recipe Grain-Free Canned Cat & Kitten Food
- Free of grains, gluten, and GMOs
- Easily digestible
- Lots of high-quality animal proteins
- Natural ingredients
- Made in the USA
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Purina Pro Plan Focus Kitten Classic Chicken & Liver Entree Canned Cat Food
- Rich in animal proteins
- Specially formulated for kittens
- Contains DHA for healthy brain and eye development
- Contains antioxidants to support the immune system
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Wellness Complete Health Kitten Pâté Chicken Entrée
- Grain-free recipe
- First three ingredients are chicken, chicken liver, and chicken broth
- Pâté texture is perfect for kittens who don’t yet have strong teeth to munch on kibble
- Made in North America under strict quality and sanitary standards
- Meets AAFCO nutritional standards for growth
Source: "Best Sellers in Wet Cat Food - Amazon" (from web, www.amazon.co.uk)
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