Orijen (US) Pate · Duck & Chicken Entree

Name: Orijen Pate Duck & Chicken Entree
Brand: Orijen

Wet food · Adult Maintenance

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

Furry PI's verdict

Our investigation gives Orijen Pate a genuinely strong report. Duck leads the ingredient list — the right start for an obligate carnivore. The overall picture is excellent for everyday feeding.

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)

Protein	11%
Fat	5%
Fiber	0.5%
Moisture	80%
Ash*	2.5%
Carbs (estimated)*	1%

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 Pate grain-free?: Yes — no grains appear on the ingredient list.
What are the first ingredients in Orijen Pate?: The label opens with duck, chicken and chicken liver. 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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