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Weruva Paw Lickin' Chicken in Gravy Grain-Free Canned Dog Food, 14-oz, case of 12
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Paw Lickin' Chicken in Gravy Grain-Free Canned Dog Food, 14-oz, case of 12

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wet $5.70/lb

Weruva Paw Lickin' Chicken in Gravy Grain-Free Canned Dog Food, 14-oz, case of 12 earns a Sniff Score of 35/100 (D) with Fair evidence. 1 controversial ingredient flagged. Score capped at 59 due to no AAFCO statement.

Graded by The Sniff System

Why this score

Score capped at 59 due to no AAFCO statement.

CAP why?

Low protein quality. chicken delivers limited bioavailable amino acids.

PQI

No declared omega-3 source. Fish oil, salmon oil, and algae oil all absent.

FQI
Guaranteed analysis
Dry-matter protein: 67% ⓘ
Protein
10%
min (as fed)
Fat
1.4%
min (as fed)
Fiber
0.5%
max (as fed)
Moisture
85%
max

Wet and fresh foods contain more water than kibble (typically 65-78%). On a dry-matter basis, this food's protein content is roughly 67%, comparable to premium kibble (typically 30-45% DMB protein).

Ingredients

Read why each ingredient is good or bad for dogs.

22 total
Good Neutral Watch Flagged
  1. 1
    chicken

    Real meat. Primary protein source, with the amino acid profile dogs actually evolved to eat.

  2. 2
    water sufficient for processing

    The regulatory phrase for cooking water in wet food. Has no nutritional implication, just labeling formality.

  3. 3
    potato starch

    Refined potato. Pure carb energy, low on other nutrition. Often used as a binder in grain-free recipes.

  4. 4
    sunflower seed oil
  5. 5
    tricalcium phosphate

    Calcium and phosphorus source. Same role as dicalcium phosphate, slightly different ratio.

  6. 6
    xanthan gum

    Thickener common in wet food and gravies. Same emulsifier-microbiome conversation as guar gum, not a clear flag.

  7. 7
    choline chloride

    Essential nutrient for liver and brain function. Standard inclusion in complete dog foods.

  8. 8
    zinc sulfate

    Inorganic zinc. Effective at AAFCO doses but less well-absorbed than chelated forms like zinc proteinate.

  9. 9
    vitamin e supplement

    Required nutrient and a natural antioxidant. Often pulls double duty as a preservative.

  10. 10
    thiamine mononitrate

    B vitamin (B1). Essential for nervous system function. Cooked-in vitamin loss is why thiamine is always added back.

  11. 11
    nicotinic acid
  12. 12
    ferrous sulfate

    Inorganic iron. Standard mineral source. Iron proteinate is the gentler, better-absorbed premium form.

  13. 13
    calcium pantothenate

    Same as d-calcium pantothenate. Vitamin B5 in standardized form.

  14. 14
    vitamin a supplement

    Vitamin A in stable, standardized form. Required for vision, immune function, and growth.

  15. 15
    potassium iodide

    Source of iodine, an essential trace mineral for thyroid function. Required for AAFCO-complete formulas.

  16. 16
    manganese sulfate

    Inorganic manganese. Functional but less well-absorbed than the chelated proteinate form.

  17. 17
    vitamin d3 supplement

    The active form of vitamin D dogs need. Required for calcium absorption and bone health.

  18. 18
    copper sulfate

    Inorganic copper. Standard, effective at small doses. Premium formulas tend to use copper proteinate instead.

  19. 19
    riboflavin supplement

    B vitamin (B2). Required in complete dog foods. The standardized form ensures consistent dosing.

  20. 20
    pyridoxine hydrochloride

    B vitamin (B6). Essential for protein metabolism. Standard inclusion in complete formulas.

  21. 21
    folic acid

    B vitamin (B9), essential for cell function. Standard in complete dog foods.

  22. 22
    vitamin b12 supplement

    Essential for red blood cell formation and neurological function. Plant ingredients lack B12, so it has to be added.

20 of 22 ingredients have a curated note. Coverage grows over time.