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Orijen (US) Chunks & Shreds · Duck & Liver Entree

Wet food · Adult Maintenance

US formulation — recipes for the same product can differ by region.

B

Furry PI's verdict

Orijen Chunks & Shreds earns its grade honestly. Duck leads the ingredient list — the right start for an obligate carnivore. It isn't flawless — the protein share of calories runs below a cat's natural diet. Even so, the overall picture is good for everyday feeding.

What's concerning

  • A smaller share of its calories comes from protein than a cat's natural diet would provide — the main thing that kept it from a higher grade.

What works

  • Duck leads the ingredient list — the right start for an obligate carnivore.
  • As a wet food, it delivers the moisture cats rarely drink on their own.
  • Carbohydrate load stays close to what a cat would eat in nature.

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Nutrition from the label (as fed)

Protein10%
Fat5.5%
Fiber1.5%
Moisture85%
Ash*2.5%
Carbs (estimated)*0%

Label: guaranteed analysis (min/max). * not printed on the label — carbs are calculated, ash/moisture estimated from typical values. How these numbers translate into calories from protein vs carbs — and how this food scores on each pillar — is shown in the app.

Quick answers

Is Orijen Chunks & Shreds grain-free?
Yes — no grains appear on the ingredient list.
What are the first ingredients in Orijen Chunks & Shreds?
The label opens with duck, chicken liver and duck broth. Ingredients are listed by weight, so the first few carry the most.
Does it contain artificial colours or preservatives?
None appear on the ingredient list.

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