Boreal Canadian-Made Line — Wet Cat Food Review
CanadaPetPicks.ca Score: 4.3 / 5 | Single product review | Made in Canada | All life stages | Novel protein | Grain-free | Gum-free
Where to Buy
- Boreal store locator — independent Canadian pet stores
- Global Pet Foods — widely stocked nationally
Overview
Boreal Pork and Trout is one of the more unusual recipes in the Canadian-Made wet cat food line — a novel dual-protein pairing of Canadian pork and Canadian trout that most cats will not have previously been exposed to. This makes it a genuine option for owners conducting rotation feeding or seeking protein variety beyond the standard chicken and salmon options. Like all Boreal Canadian-Made wet cat food, it is grain-free, gum-free, gluten-free, and potato-free, with 95% protein from meat and fish. Available in 80g, 156g, and 369g cans.
Our Assessment
The Pork and Trout recipe stands out in the Boreal cat food lineup for its protein novelty. Canadian pork leads, followed by pork broth, trout, and liver — four animal-sourced ingredients in the top four positions. Fish oil adds further omega-3 fatty acids from the trout component. The formula follows the same clean template as the rest of the Canadian-Made Line — Availa-Pet chelated minerals, supplemental taurine, no artificial colours, no gums, no thickeners.
For cats with confirmed chicken or salmon sensitivities, this recipe offers a meaningful alternative within the Boreal line. The pork-and-trout combination is novel enough that most cats will accept it without the palatability resistance sometimes seen when switching proteins. Calorie content is consistent with the rest of the line at 105 kcal / 100g.
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Ingredient quality | 4.5 / 5 |
| Canadian sourcing | 5.0 / 5 |
| Protein novelty | 5.0 / 5 |
| Value for money | 3.5 / 5 |
| Palatability (owner reports) | 4.0 / 5 |
| CanadaPetPicks Score | 4.3 / 5 |
Best For
- Cats with chicken or salmon protein sensitivities
- Rotation feeding — protein variety alongside other Boreal recipes
- Owners wanting a Canadian novel protein wet cat food
- Daily topper over dry food using the 80g can format
- All life stages including kittens and gestating/lactating females
Ingredients
Pork, Pork Broth, Trout, Liver, Fish Oil, Peas, Beans, Dicalcium Phosphate, Fenugreek Seeds, Lentils, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Whole Eggs, Flaxseeds, Lecithin, Choline Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Yucca Schidigera, Pea Fiber, 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, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid.
Pork, pork broth, trout, and liver lead — all animal-sourced proteins in the top four positions. Fish oil adds omega-3 fatty acids supplemental to the trout content. Peas, beans, and lentils follow as the carbohydrate base — three legume sources providing fiber and plant-based protein. Fenugreek seeds appear as an unusual addition, known for their digestive support properties. Whole eggs add a highly digestible protein source. Taurine is supplemented directly throughout. The full Availa-Pet chelated mineral complex is present. No gums, no artificial colours.
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 | Pork and Trout Wet Cat Food |
| Line | Canadian-Made Line (wet cat food) |
| Made in | Canada 🍁 |
| Primary proteins | Canadian pork + Canadian trout |
| Can sizes | 80g, 156g, 369g |
| Calories | 387 kcal / 369g | 164 kcal / 156g | 84 kcal / 80g | 105 kcal / 100g |
| Protein from meat/fish | 95% |
| AAFCO profile | All life stages (kittens included) |
| Grain free | Yes |
| Gum free | Yes |
| Chicken free | Yes |
| Approx. price (CAD) | $2.49 — $5.99 (varies by size and retailer) |
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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