Quick answer
Taste of the Wild Pacific Stream Canine Recipe with Salmon in Gravy scores 91/100 (excellent), a wet food for dogs of all ages. Protein is 41.7% on a dry matter basis, with whitefish as the main protein. We found no FDA dog food recalls for Taste of the Wild in the last 5 years.
- 924 kcal per kg
- AAFCO: growth and adult
- No FDA recalls for this brand in 5 years
- Grain-free
Scores are most meaningful when compared with other wet foods.
- Food type
- Wet
- Life stage
- All Life Stages
- Size
- Large Breed
Label checked October 2026. How we rate
Our verdict
What we like
- High protein: 41.7% on a dry matter basis
- Lower in carbohydrates: about 19.4%
- Named meat listed first: Whitefish
- 5 named animal proteins in the top 5 ingredients
- No artificial colors, preservatives or added sugars
Watch out for
- Grain-free with legumes: see the FDA DCM note below
Scores come from our published formula. No brand can pay for a score.
Nutrients at a glance
Dry matter basis: water removed so wet and dry foods compare fairly.
Protein
Fat
Carbs (est.)
| Method | Protein | Fat | Fiber | Carbs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Label (as fed) 82% moisture | 7.5% min | 3.5% min | 1% max | 3.5% |
| Dry matter | 41.7% | 19.4% | 5.6% | 19.4% |
| Share of calories (estimated) | 38.5% | 43.6% | – | 17.9% |
Carbs aren't listed on dog food labels, so we estimate them from the other values.
Calories: 924 kcal per kg
Score breakdown
Why it scored this way: every check
- Protein 41.7% (dry matter); full points from 45%.
- Fat 19.4% (dry matter); full points from 14%.
- Estimated carbohydrates 19.4% (dry matter); full points at 10% or less, none at 50% or more.
- First main ingredient is a named animal protein (Whitefish).
- 5 named animal protein(s) in the top 5 main ingredients.
- No unnamed animal sources (every animal ingredient names its species).
- No artificial colors, artificial preservatives, or added sugars.
- No plant protein concentrates in top 10.
- Complete and balanced by formulation (AAFCO nutrient profiles).
- No recalls in the last 5 years.
Good to know
- Grain-free with legumes in the top 10 ingredients. The FDA has investigated a possible link between some such diets and canine DCM; research is ongoing. Ask your vet if unsure.
Ingredients
Listed by weight before cooking. The first five (in bold) usually make up most of the recipe.
- Named meat, fish or egg 5
- Grains and starches 3
- Peas, lentils and beans 3
- Vitamins and minerals 25
- Whitefish
- Fish Broth
- Turkey Broth
- Water Sufficient for Processing
- Turkey
- Turkey Liver
- Dried Egg Whites
- Salmon
- Dried Ground Peas
- Potatoes
- Peas
- Potato Starch
- Guar Gum
- Natural Flavor
- Salt
- Pea Protein
- Sodium Phosphate
- Tricalcium Phosphate
- Potassium Chloride
- Inulin
- Tomatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Calcium Carbonate
- Taurine
- Choline Chloride
- Yucca Schidigera Extract
- Zinc Amino Acid Chelate
- Iron Amino Acid Chelate
- Xanthan Gum
- Thiamine Mononitrate
- Vitamin E Supplement
- Copper Amino Acid Chelate
- Manganese Amino Acid Chelate
- Sodium Selenite
- Cobalt Amino Acid Chelate
- Niacin Supplement
- D-calcium Pantothenate
- Vitamin A Supplement
- Riboflavin Supplement
- Biotin
- Vitamin B12 Supplement
- Potassium Iodide
- Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
- Vitamin D3 Supplement
- Folic Acid
AAFCO statement
Taste of the Wild Pacific Stream Canine Recipe With Salmon in Gravy is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth and maintenance including growth of large size dogs (70 lbs. or more as an adult).
Recipe changes
No recipe changes found since we started tracking this label in September 2026. All recalls and recipe changes.
How much to feed
Taste of the Wild recall history
FDA dog food recalls in our records for this brand.
No FDA dog food recalls found for this brand in our records.
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Label information from the manufacturer’s website (source), collected October 2026. Always check the package label, and ask your veterinarian about your own dog’s needs.
Questions about this food
Is Taste of the Wild Pacific Stream Canine Recipe with Salmon in Gravy grain-free?
Yes. Taste of the Wild Pacific Stream Canine Recipe with Salmon in Gravy is grain-free. It also has legumes high in its ingredient list. The FDA has looked into a possible link between some diets like this and a heart condition called DCM; research is ongoing.
How many calories are in Taste of the Wild Pacific Stream Canine Recipe with Salmon in Gravy?
The label lists 924 kcal per kg.
Has Taste of the Wild Pacific Stream Canine Recipe with Salmon in Gravy been recalled?
We found no FDA dog food recalls for Taste of the Wild in the last 5 years. We check FDA dog food recall records going back 5 years.
Is Taste of the Wild Pacific Stream Canine Recipe with Salmon in Gravy complete and balanced?
Yes. The label says: "Taste of the Wild Pacific Stream Canine Recipe With Salmon in Gravy is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth and maintenance including growth of large size dogs (70 lbs. or more as an adult)."
What is the first ingredient in Taste of the Wild Pacific Stream Canine Recipe with Salmon in Gravy?
The first ingredient is Whitefish. Ingredients are listed by weight before cooking.
Why does Taste of the Wild Pacific Stream Canine Recipe with Salmon in Gravy score 91/100?
It earns 35/35 for ingredients, 22/25 for protein, 10/10 for fat, 8/10 for carbs, 6/10 for nutritional adequacy and 10/10 for recall history. Most points are lost on nutritional adequacy, down 4 points: complete and balanced by formulation (AAFCO nutrient profiles).
Ask your vet about your own dog's needs.