Last updated Sep 2, 2026
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Described as “wildly nutritious,” Really Great Cat Food from Tuft & Paw comes in a limited array of protein-packed flavors. This cat food is rich in moisture and full of flavor, but is it the right choice for your cat? Learn more in this detailed review.
The Cats.com Standard—Rating Tuft & Paw on What Matters
We’ve analyzed Really Great Cat Food and graded it according to the Cats.com standard, evaluating the brand on species-appropriateness, ingredient quality, product variety, price, customer experience, and recall history. Here’s how it rates in each of these six key areas.
Ratings
- Species-Appropriateness – 10/10
- Ingredient Quality – 9/10
- Product Variety – 5/10
- Price – 6/10
- Customer Experience – 7/10
- Recall History – 10/10
Overall Score: 7.8/10
We give Tuft & Paw’s Really Great Cat Food a 47 out of 60 or a B+ grade.
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Over the past several years, I’ve tested a variety of Tuft & Paw products ranging from cat furniture to soy-based cat litter. My personal favorite is the Cove high-sided litter box, which comes with a matching scoop and dustpan. Tuft&Paw has always impressed me with its modern aesthetic and attention to detail.
When Tuft & Paw expanded into the cat food industry, I was eager to try it and then found my excitement renewed with the recent release of several new flavors. To put Really Great Cat Food to the test, I enlisted the help of my two cats, Munchkin and Biscuit. Together, we tested and evaluated all three flavors.
In addition to considering their feedback, I performed my own analysis of the products, researched the brand’s history and manufacturing practices, and scoured customer reviews for additional feedback on the product.
About Tuft & Paw Cat Food
Tuft & Paw was founded in 2016 by Jackson Cunningham in Vancouver, Canada. The brand began as a modern cat furniture company with a mission to create high-quality products for cats and the people who care for them. From sleek and stylish litter boxes to cozy cat beds, Tuft & Paw’s innovations are designed with both fashion and function in mind.
While Tuft & Paw still makes cat furniture and other cat care essentials, the company has expanded its catalog to include both cat food and cat litter. In 2022, Tuft & Paw entered the cat litter market with the release of Really Great Cat Litter. Made from soybean fiber, Really Great Cat Litter is an eco-friendly alternative to clumping clay litter and comes in three dust-free, ultra low-tracking formulas.
to include two additional flavors made with turkey and fish. All three protein-packed recipes feature a stew-like texture that’s rich in hydrating moisture and easy for cats of all ages to enjoy.
Sourcing and Manufacturing
Really Great Cat Food from Tuft & Paw was developed with input from animal science and pet nutrition experts, including Jocelyn Lambie, MSc, Tuft & Paw’s in-house feline nutrition expert. The food is formulated according to the nutrient profiles established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) for cats in all life stages.
Tuft & Paw describes Really Great Cat Food as a product “inspired by the natural diet of wild felines.” As such, the recipes prioritize animal-sourced proteins like chicken, turkey, fish, and rabbit. The food is low in carbohydrates and made with limited vegetable content to provide dietary fiber and support healthy digestion.
Really Great Cat Food is manufactured in company-owned facilities located in Wisconsin using a blend of locally sourced and imported ingredients. All ingredients are fit for human consumption and the food is prepared in FDA-inspected human-grade facilities. In addition to adhering to strict in-house quality-control measures, Tuft & Paw regularly sends samples of Really Great Cat Food to third-party independent labs for testing.
Has Really Great Cat Food Been Recalled?
No, Really Great Cat Food has never been recalled. At the time of this review, Really Great Cat Food has been on the market about 3 years. During that time there have been no product recalls or serious consumer complaints.
What Kinds of Cat Food Does Tuft & Paw Offer?
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Tuft & Paw currently only offers one type of cat food in three different flavors. It’s a wet cat food with a stew-like texture, sold in resealable, recyclable cardboard cartons. You can purchase individual recipes in 12-packs of 5.5-ounce cartons or buy a sampler 6-pack with two of each flavor.
The three flavors currently available from Tuft & Paw’s Really Great Cat Food line include:
- Really Great Cat Food Chicken & Rabbit Stew
- Really Great Cat Food Turkey & Turkey Liver Stew
- Really Great Cat Food Whitefish & Salmon Stew
All three recipes are formulated to prioritize animal-sourced protein with minimal carbohydrates and plenty of hydrating moisture. The food is nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO recommendations for cats in all life stages, and the texture of the food is equally well suited to kittens, adult cats, and senior cats with dental issues.
Though not marketed as such, all three Really Great Cat Food recipes contain a fairly limited list of ingredients. Aside from the main proteins and broth, there’s only a little bit of added fiber and healthy fat along with the supplements needed to ensure balanced nutrition. One of the recipes (Turkey & Turkey Liver Stew) is even made with a single source of animal protein to make it easier for cats with sensitive stomachs to digest.
What Did Our Test Cats Think?
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My cats have sampled Tuft & Paw’s Really Great Cat Food several times over the years, and they’ve always enjoyed it. Their regular diet consists primarily of rabbit, so the Chicken & Rabbit Stew is one of their favorites. The two new flavors went over well in our most recent round of testing, though my cats seemed to prefer the Turkey & Turkey Stew over the Whitefish & Salmon Stew.
What I appreciate most about Really Great Cat Food is the texture. It has a lot of moisture in it, but it isn’t watery. I usually add water to my cat’s food (even the wet food) but I didn’t find it necessary with this recipe. It’s easy to shake up the carton and pour it right into the bowl.
Speaking of the cartons, I agree with other customers who have commented that they’re a little tricky to open. The perforation isn’t quite deep enough for the top to tear off easily, but the cartons are sturdy and easy to reseal for storage. Instead of using a spoon to scrape out the last bits of food, I found it worked well to add a little water and shake it up before pouring.
Tuft & Paw Really Great Cat Food—Top 3 Recipes Reviewed
| Product Name | Food Type | Primary Protein | Calories Per Ounce | Price | Our Grade |
| Chicken & Rabbit Stew | Wet | Chicken | 23 | $0.64 per ounce | A- |
| Turkey & Turkey Liver Stew | Wet | Turkey | 27 | $0.64 per ounce | A |
| Whitefish & Salmon Stew | Wet | Alaskan Whitefish | 25 | $0.64 per ounce | A |
#1 Really Great Cat Food Chicken & Rabbit Stew
Featuring chicken as the main ingredient, this recipe also contains rabbit as a supplemental protein source. Salmon oil is the primary source of added fat and is rich in anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids. Chicken broth contributes most of the recipe’s moisture and boosts the food’s chicken flavor.
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Kate Barrington / Cats.com
Measured as dry matter, this Really Great Cat Food formula contains about 46.5% protein and 17.5% fat. The food’s dry matter carbohydrate content is over 20% but largely comes from nutrient-dense veggies like carrots and dandelion greens. Tuft & Paw also includes ground golden flaxseed in its cat food formulas as dietary fiber to support healthy digestion.
Overall, this Chicken & Rabbit Stew appears to be a high-protein, moderate-fat recipe that provides plenty of hydrating moisture with modest carbohydrate content. It’s free from artificial additives and appears to be highly digestible with a short list of main ingredients. The food contains about 23 calories per ounce and it’s nutritionally complete for cats in all life stages.
Ingredients
Chicken, Chicken Broth, Pumpkin Puree, Rabbit, Carrots, Ground Golden Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Tricalcium Phosphate, Agar-Agar, Salmon Oil, Dandelion Greens, Potassium Chloride, Vitamins [Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide), Vitamin B5 (Calcium Pantothenate), Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Mononitrate), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid), Vitamin B7 (Biotin), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement], Magnesium Amino Acid Chelate, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Minerals [Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Potassium Iodide, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Sodium Selenite], Sea Salt.
Ingredients We Liked: Chicken, Rabbit, Salmon Oil
Ingredients We Didn’t Like: None
Guaranteed Analysis
Dry Matter Basis
Caloric Weight Basis
What We Liked:
- Made primarily with animal-sourced ingredients
- Appealing chicken and rabbit flavor
- High moisture level helps support hydration
- Free from refined grains and starchy plant ingredients
What We Didn’t Like:
- Dry matter carbohydrate content is over 20%
- Fairly low calorie density, some cats may need multiple cartons per day
#2 Really Great Cat Food Turkey & Turkey Liver Stew
Made with a single source of animal protein, this recipe features turkey and turkey liver plus turkey broth as a flavorful source of moisture. Aside from a few sources of added fiber and necessary nutrient supplements, this recipe contains little else. It’s a simple, easily digestible formula and the most calorie-dense of Tuft & Paw’s three flavors at about 27 calories per ounce.
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Kate Barrington / Cats.com
Kate Barrington / Cats.com
Measured as dry matter, this recipe contains about 54% protein and 25.5% fat. Of the three Really Great Cat Food recipes, it’s the lowest in carbohydrates at under 10% measured as dry matter. The fiber content is modest (about 2.5% dry matter) and comes primarily from pumpkin puree and ground golden flaxseed.
Both of my cats really enjoyed this flavor, and I appreciate the single-protein formula. Though customer reviews of the new flavors are limited, this turkey recipe appears to be popular among picky eaters.
Ingredients
Turkey, Turkey Broth, Turkey Liver, Pumpkin Puree, Ground Golden Flaxseed, Tricalcium Phosphate, Agar-Agar, Vitamins [Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide), Vitamin B5 (Calcium Pantothenate), Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Mononitrate), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid), Vitamin B7 (Biotin), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement], Magnesium Bisglycinate, Potassium Chloride, Salmon Oil, Dandelion Greens, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Sea Salt, Minerals [Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Potassium Iodide, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Sodium Selenite].
Ingredients We Liked: Turkey, Turkey Liver, Salmon Oil
Ingredients We Didn’t Like: None
Guaranteed Analysis
Dry Matter Basis
Caloric Weight Basis
What We Liked:
- Made with a single source of animal protein (turkey)
- Contains under 10% dry matter carbohydrate
- Rich in animal protein and healthy fats
- Good source of hydrating moisture for cats
What We Didn’t Like:
- Currently only sold on Tuft & Paw’s website
#3 Really Great Cat Food Whitefish & Salmon Stew
Featuring Alaskan whitefish as the primary ingredient, this recipe also contains protein from fresh salmon. Fish broth is the food’s main source of moisture and salmon oil (a rich source of omega-3s) is the primary source of added fat. The food contains about 25 calories per ounce and it has the highest fiber content of the three Really Great Cat Food recipes (about 6%, measured as dry matter).
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Kate Barrington / Cats.com
Kate Barrington / Cats.com
Besides the different proteins, there are a few other ingredients that set this formula apart. The food contains tapioca, a starchy ingredient often used as a binder in wet cat food, as well as miscanthus grass and spinach. These last two ingredients likely make up most of the food’s fiber content in combination with the flaxseed.
This was my cats’ least favorite flavor but they still enjoyed it, just with a little less enthusiasm than the others. I like that it’s a chicken-free formula and still has the same moist, easy-to-serve texture as the other Really Great Cat Food recipes.
Ingredients
Alaskan Whitefish, Fish Broth, Salmon, Ground Golden Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Salmon Oil, Tapioca, Ground Miscanthus Grass, Spinach, Tricalcium Phosphate, Inulin, Potassium Chloride, Vitamins [Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide), Vitamin B5 (Calcium Pantothenate), Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Mononitrate), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid), Vitamin B7 (Biotin), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement], Taurine, Magnesium Bisglycinate, Choline Chloride, Sea Salt, Minerals [Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Potassium Iodide, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Sodium Selenite].
Ingredients We Liked: Alaskan Whitefish, Salmon, Salmon Oil
Ingredients We Didn’t Like: Tapioca
Guaranteed Analysis
Dry Matter Basis
Caloric Weight Basis
What We Liked:
- Features two animal-sourced proteins as main ingredients
- Provides plenty of hydrating moisture for cats
- Moist, easy-to-eat texture
- Low carbohydrate content around 10% (dry matter)
What We Didn’t Like:
- Currently only sold on Tuft & Paw’s website
What Do Customers Think of Tuft & Paw Really Great Cat Food?
Though Tuft & Paw has been around for about a decade, Really Great Cat Food was only launched a few years ago. For this reason, online reviews for the food are limited. Plus, only the Chicken & Rabbit Stew flavor was available on retailers like Chewy and Amazon at the time of this review.
Despite a relatively small number of reviews being available, many of them are positive. Customers who leave negative reviews mainly say their cats simply didn’t like the food or that it’s too expensive for them to offer as a staple diet.
Let’s take a look at some positive and negative customer reviews.
Positive Reviews
Satisfied customers often say their cats don’t just like Really Great Cat Food, they love it. Several reviewers say the food is well worth it, despite being more expensive than their cat’s previous diet. Several customers who have been long-term Tuft & Paw customers note that their cats enjoy the two new flavors just as much as the original Chicken & Rabbit Stew.
“My cat finally found a food favorite with the chicken and rabbit stew, so I was anxious to try the new flavors. The results: the whitefish and salmon stew rated a 3 out of 5, but the turkey and turkey liver stew was a definite 5 out of 5!!” -Lois B. reviewing Really Great Cat Food on TuftandPaw.com, August 2026
“My cats absolutely loved this taste test pack. Fudge and Peaches were excited for every flavor, and the ingredients made me feel good about giving it to them. It was a fun way to find out which recipes they liked best before buying full-size boxes. The portions were convenient, the food looked fresh, and both bowls were cleaned every time. I would definitely recommend this pack to anyone wanting to introduce their cats to the brand.” -Lindsey B. reviewing Really Great Cat Food on TuftandPaw.com, August 2026
Negative Reviews
Dissatisfied customers tend to comment on the texture and packaging for Really Great Cat Food. Some reviewers say their cats simply weren’t interested in the food and several thought the food looked unappealing due to its liquid texture. A decent number of negative reviews mention the packaging being tricky to open and some customers say their cats experienced diarrhea after eating the food.
“I think if this was a pate. I would switch because they liked the taste but both had diarrhea because it was like a soup.” -Shelley D. reviewing Really Great Cat Food on TuftandPaw.com, August 2026
“I’m sorry, I do not like this food. Not withstanding the aseptic packaging, the food is icky. Yes, my cats ate it but I’m the one that has to give it to them. Pouring the food into their bowls I was grossed out. Liquid food is not what I’m going to feed them. Sorry I just can’t recommend this food.” -Kathy S. reviewing Really Great Cat Food on TuftandPaw.com, August 2026
How Much Does Really Great Cat Food Cost?
Tuft & Paw’s Really Great Cat Food is sold in 5.5-ounce cartons. You can purchase a 12-pack of a single flavor for $42 or a 6-pack with two of each flavor for $24. You’ll pay full price for a one-time purchase but can save 25% on your first purchase (and 5% off future shipments) when you start a subscription.
The full retail price of Really Great Cat Food breaks down to about $0.64 per ounce. This puts it in a similar price range to brands like Open Farm and RAWZ. Using the average calorie requirements of a healthy 10-pound cat, the estimated daily feeding cost for Really Great Cat Food is about $5.00.
Where is Tuft & Paw Cat Food Sold?
The best place to buy Really Great Cat Food is on the Tuft & Paw website. Here you can purchase all three flavors of cat food, individually or as a variety pack. You can also build a bundle with Tuft & Paw’s other cat care essentials, like Really Great Cat Litter, and receive discounts on recurring subscriptions.
Really Great Cat Food is also sold on Chewy and Amazon. At the time of writing, however, only the Chicken & Rabbit Stew formula was available on these platforms, and not the updated recipe that’s sold on Tuft & Paw’s website. The brand plans to expand its offerings on these platforms in the future.
Overall, Is Really Great Cat Food a Good Choice?
Tuft & Paw’s Really Great Cat Food was a clear success with both of my cats but, according to limited customer reviews, some cats feel differently. The food is certainly on the expensive side but you can sample two cartons of each flavor for under $25, instead of committing to a full case of a single recipe. Tuft & Paw also offers discounts for Subscribe & Save members which helps reduce the cost a little bit.
In terms of quality, Really Great Cat Food lives up to its name. The formulas are protein-forward, rich in hydrating moisture, and easy to serve right out of the carton. They’re not the most calorie-dense recipes out there, however, so if you’re concerned about cost it may be worth alternating this food with a more budget-friendly brand.
If you’re looking for an easy way to increase your cat’s protein and moisture intake, Really Great Cat Food is a great option. There are now three flavors to choose from, all of which are free from refined grains, starchy fillers, and legumes. Plus, two of the recipes focus on a single protein source (turkey or fish), which makes this brand a good potential option for cats with food allergies.
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A suggestion about gauging the cost of a cat food: You estimate the cost of this and other foods per ounce. But I think that the most telling measure is cost per calorie. For example: Tuft and Paw Chicken and Rabbit Stew contains 123 calories in a 5.5-ounce box. A similar food that you review, Open Farm Herring and Mackerel Rustic Blend, contains 149 calories in a 5.5-ounce box (their Harvest Chicken Rustic Blend, which you don’t review, contains 167 calories per 5.5-ounce box). So if you are calculating your cat’s portions based on calorie content, clearly the Open Farm wet foods are a better value PER CALORIE (i.e., provide more calories per ounce) than the Tuft and Paw. Since many people do count calories in feeing their cats, I think that this would be a more helpful way of presenting the true cost of the cat foods–so I suggest that you add a cost-per-calorie calculation to the “How Much Does It Cost” section of your reviews.
You’re absolutely right that cost per calorie can be a more meaningful metric, especially for those who feed based on caloric needs rather than volume. It offers a clearer picture of a food’s true value. We’ll work on incorporating cost-per-calorie estimates into the “How Much Does It Cost” section of our reviews moving forward.