Boreal Canadian-Made Line — Wet Cat Food Review
CanadaPetPicks.ca Score: 4.4 / 5 | Single product review | Made in Canada | All life stages | Grain-free | Gum-free
Where to Buy
- Boreal store locator — independent Canadian pet stores
- Global Pet Foods — widely stocked nationally
Overview
Boreal Cobb Chicken and Atlantic Salmon is the most widely available recipe in the Boreal Canadian-Made wet cat food line, and the recipe selected by Cat Food Advisor as representative of the line for their detailed nutritional analysis. It uses Canadian Cobb chicken as the primary protein, paired with Canadian farm-raised Atlantic salmon. The formula is grain-free, gum-free, gluten-free, and potato-free, with 95% protein from meat and fish. Supplemental taurine is added throughout — essential for feline cardiac and eye health. Available in 80g (2.8oz), 156g (5.5oz), and 369g (13oz) cans.
Our Assessment
Cat Food Advisor rates this recipe as above-average for wet cat food, noting the high protein content, dual Canadian proteins, and complete taurine supplementation. Cats.com gives the Boreal wet line a B+/A- overall, specifically highlighting the 95% meat content, gum-free formulation, and Canadian sourcing as key differentiators. The ingredient list is straightforward: chicken leads, followed by chicken broth, salmon, and chicken liver — four animal-sourced ingredients in the top four positions. Beans and peas follow as the primary carbohydrate sources — a standard trade-off in premium grain-free wet food.
Owner reviews consistently note high palatability even among picky cats, with multiple reviewers noting their cats prefer Boreal over competing premium brands. The three can sizes make this one of the most flexible options in the Boreal line — the 80g format is widely used as a daily topper over dry food for cats that don’t consume a full meal in one sitting.
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Ingredient quality | 4.5 / 5 |
| Canadian sourcing | 5.0 / 5 |
| Nutritional profile | 4.5 / 5 |
| Value for money | 3.5 / 5 |
| Palatability (owner reports) | 5.0 / 5 |
| CanadaPetPicks Score | 4.4 / 5 |
Best For
- Cats needing a high-protein, low-carb complete meal
- Owners wanting a Canadian-made dual-protein wet food
- Picky eaters — consistently high palatability in owner reports
- Daily topper over dry food using the 80g can format
- All life stages including kittens and gestating/lactating females
Ingredients
Chicken, Chicken Broth, Salmon, Chicken Liver, Beans, Peas, Whole Egg, Lecithin, Calcium Carbonate, Flaxseed, Choline Chloride, Monosodium Phosphate, Salt, DL-Methionine, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Pea Fiber, Dried Blueberries, Dried Blackberries, Dried Apples, Dried Pomegranate, Dried Cranberries, Taurine, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Vitamin E Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Zinc Sulfate, Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Copper Proteinate, Vitamin A Supplement, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid.
Chicken, chicken broth, salmon, and chicken liver occupy the first four ingredient positions — all animal-sourced protein. This is a genuinely high-meat opening for a canned cat food. Beans and peas follow as the primary carbohydrate sources, contributing fiber and additional plant-based protein. Whole egg adds a high biological value protein source. The antioxidant fruit blend (blueberries, blackberries, apples, pomegranate, cranberries) is more extensive than most competing cat foods. Taurine is supplemented directly — essential for cats, who cannot synthesise sufficient taurine from dietary precursors. The full Availa-Pet chelated mineral package (zinc, iron, manganese amino acid complexes) ensures superior mineral absorption. No gums, no artificial colours, no thickeners.
Feeding Guide
| Can Size | Cat Weight | Daily Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 369g (13oz) | Per 8 lbs (3.6 kg) | 1/3 can |
| 156g (5.5oz) | Per 8 lbs (3.6 kg) | 1 can |
| 80g (2.8oz) | Per 4 lbs (1.8 kg) | 1 can |
Kittens: feed up to twice the adult rate. Gestating / lactating females: up to three times the adult rate. All life stages AAFCO compliant.
At a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Brand | Boreal Pet Foods |
| Product | Cobb Chicken and Atlantic Salmon Wet Cat Food |
| Line | Canadian-Made Line (wet cat food) |
| Made in | Canada 🍁 |
| Primary proteins | Canadian Cobb chicken + Canadian farmed Atlantic salmon |
| Can sizes | 80g, 156g, 369g |
| Calories | 387 kcal / 369g | 164 kcal / 156g | 84 kcal / 80g | 105 kcal / 100g |
| Protein from meat/fish | 95% |
| Taurine | Yes — supplemented (min 0.05%) |
| AAFCO profile | All life stages (kittens included) |
| Grain free | Yes |
| Gum free | Yes |
| Potato free | Yes |
| Crude Protein (min) | 9.00% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 7.50% |
| Moisture (max) | 78% |
| Approx. price (CAD) | $2.49 — $5.99 (varies by size and retailer) |
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | As Fed |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min) | 9.00% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 7.50% |
| Crude Fibre (max) | 1.00% |
| Moisture (max) | 78.00% |
| Ash (max) | 1.00% |
| Phosphorus (min) | 0.20% |
| Taurine (min) | 0.05% |
| Zinc (min) | 50 mg/kg |
| Vitamin A (min) | 2,000 IU/kg |
| Vitamin D3 (min) | 80 IU/kg |
Where to Buy
- Boreal store locator — independent Canadian pet stores
- Global Pet Foods — widely stocked nationally
- Amazon Canada — search for Boreal pet food
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