Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth
Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth scores 5/5 on Moesonson's label-based analysis. Its two scoring factors rate evenly: protein clarity (high — 100% of the recipe's protein panel is clearly named) and animal-protein content (strong — 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources).
Rating
Updated Jul 2026
How this score is made
This score isn’t a hand-wavy impression: it reads what the label actually prints — the ingredient list, guaranteed analysis and AAFCO adequacy statement — and runs it through the same algorithmic rubric as every other product. No brand pays for placement, and there are no affiliate links on reviewed products.
Is Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth wet cat food good?
Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth 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 and features real muscle meat as a primary protein source. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Fish, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Grains (gluten-free), Poultry.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 80% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 5% |
| Est. Carbs | 10% |
| Fiber | 1% |
| Ash | 5% |
Moisture (80%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 16% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 1% |
| Est. Carbs | 2% |
| Moisture | 80% |
| Ash | 1% |
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Super High (80% 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.
- Fat is Low (5% 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
3 of 3 matched
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1 Chicken Breast
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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2 Chicken Broth
Animal ProteinDescription
The soup produced by cooking chicken bones, parts, or meat. It is high in glycine which claims to detoxify the liver and prevent leaky gut. There is a lack of evidence to show the benefits to pets.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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3 Rice
CarbsDescription
Without its bran and germ (the main source of nutrients), white rice is considered as "empty carbs".
Why Concerned?
A common filler without gluten, with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.
Tips
- Named animal proteins near the top: Chicken Breast, Chicken Broth are listed early in the ingredient panel.
- Ingredients worth checking: Rice.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
High- Named 100%
Strong clarity: 100% of Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth'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
Animal Protein
High- Animal 100%
Meat-forward: 100% of the weighted protein in Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth 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
Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth wet cat food Review
Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth 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 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: Grains (gluten-free), Poultry.
- On a dry-matter basis: 80% protein, 5% fat, 10% estimated carbohydrates.
- 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Fish, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth good for cats?
Yes — Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth earns 5 out of 5 stars on Moesonson’s label-based analysis, combining high ingredient transparency with strong animal protein content. The score is computed from the printed ingredient list and guaranteed analysis rather than marketing claims — a confident pick when the label matches your cat’s needs.
Does Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth does not include Dairy or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth contain Egg?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth does not include Egg or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth contain Legumes?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth does not include Legumes or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth does not include Nuts or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Is Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth grain-free?
No — Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth is not grain-free: the printed ingredient list includes Grains (gluten-free). That mainly matters for pets with a diagnosed grain sensitivity or allergy; most cats tolerate grains well as an energy source. If your cat must avoid grains, choose a recipe without these ingredients.
What are the main protein sources in Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth?
The main animal proteins in Applaws Chicken Breast in Broth are Chicken Breast, Chicken Broth. Each is named by species on the printed ingredient list — a protein-clarity strength in Moesonson’s scoring, because named sources let you verify what your cat is eating and avoid specific proteins when managing food allergies.
