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Our Verdict
RAWZ Canned product range is made up of 23 recipes with ratings varying from 3 to 5 stars. The average rating of the whole range is 4 stars.
These are minimally processed recipes with a good variety of flavours to choose from, offering formulas suitable for dogs at different life stages, from pups to more mature dogs.
Pros
- Supports hydration
- Real meat as the first ingredient
- Wide range
Cons
- Expensive
The table below shows each recipe in this range including our rating and the AAFCO nutrient profile: Growth (puppy), Maintenance (adult), All Life Stages, Supplemental or Unspecified.
| Product line | Rating | AAFCO |
|---|---|---|
| RAWZ 96% Chicken, Chicken Liver & Goat’s Milk Recipe | 4 | M |
| RAWZ 96% Beef, Beef Liver & Goat’s Milk Recipe | 3 | M |
| RAWZ Chicken, Chicken Liver & Goat’s Milk Stew | 5 | M |
| RAWZ Chicken, Beef & Goat’s Milk Stew | 5 | M |
| RAWZ Beef, Salmon & Goat’s Milk Stew | 5 | M |
| RAWZ Shredded in Broth Chicken Breast Pumpkin & New Zealand Green Mussels Recipe | 5 | M |
| RAWZ Shredded in Broth Chicken Breast, Duck & New Zealand Green Mussels Recipe | 5 | M |
| RAWZ Shredded in Broth Chicken Breast, Coconut Oil & New Zealand Green Mussels Recipe | 5 | M |
| RAWZ Shredded in Broth Chicken Breast & New Zealand Green Mussels Recipe | 5 | M |
| RAWZ Shredded Beef, Salmon & Coconut Oil | 5 | M |
| RAWZ Shredded Beef, Pumpkin & Sweet Potato | 4.5 | M |
| RAWZ Hunks in Broth Chicken Breast, Pumpkin & New Zealand Green Mussels Recipe | 5 | M |
| RAWZ Hunks in Broth Chicken Breast & New Zealand Green Mussels Recipe | 5 | M |
| RAWZ Digestive Support Turkey & Pumpkin | 4.5 | M |
| RAWZ Digestive Support Pork, Turkey & Pumpkin | 4.5 | M |
| RAWZ Digestive Support Beef & Pumpkin Dog Food | 4.5 | M |
| RAWZ Steam Cooked 96% Turkey & Turkey Liver | 4 | A |
| RAWZ Steam Cooked 96% Salmon | Unrated | S |
| RAWZ Steam Cooked 96% Lamb & Lamb Liver | 3 | A |
| RAWZ Steam Cooked 96% Duck, Turkey & Quail Recipe | 3.5 | A |
| RAWZ Steam Cooked 96% Duck & Duck Liver Recipe | 5 | A |
| RAWZ Steam Cooked 96% Chicken & Chicken Liver Recipe | 3 | A |
| RAWZ Steam Cooked 96% Beef & Beef Liver Recipe | 3 | A |
Recipe and Label Analysis
RAWZ Chicken, Chicken Liver & Goat’s Milk Stew was selected to represent the other products in the line for a detailed recipe and nutrient analysis.
RAWZ Chicken, Chicken Liver & Goat’s Milk Stew
Estimated Dry Matter Nutrient Content
Protein
Fat
CarbsCarbohydrates
Chicken, chicken bone broth, vegetable broth, chicken liver, goat's milk, sunflower oil, tapioca starch, sweet potato, carrots, green beans, spinach, tricalcium phosphate, minerals (zinc amino acid chelate, iron amino acid chelate, manganese amino acid chelate, calcium iodate, magnesium amino acid chelate, copper amino acid chelate, sodium selenite), vitamins (ascorbic acid (source of vitamin C), thiamine mononitrate, vitamin E supplement, niacin supplement, vitamin A supplement, d-calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, biotin, vitamin B12 supplement, vitamin D3 supplement), potassium chloride, calcium chloride, salt, choline chloride, marine microalgae oil
Fiber (estimated dry matter content) = 0.1%
Red denotes any controversial items
| Estimated Nutrient Content | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Method | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
| Guaranteed Analysis | 13% | 3% | NA |
| Dry Matter Basis | 68% | 16% | 7% |
| Calorie Weighted Basis | 59% | 35% | 6% |
Ingredients Analysis
The first ingredient is chicken. Chicken is considered “the clean combination of flesh and skin… derived from the parts or whole carcasses of chicken”.1
Chicken is naturally rich in the 10 essential amino acids required by a dog to sustain life.
The second ingredient is chicken bone broth. Although they add both flavor and moisture to a dog food, bone broths are a common component in many wet products. However, since broths consist almost entirely of water, the trace nutrients they contain account for only a fraction of the overall finished dog food.
The third ingredient is vegetable broth. Broths are of only modest nutritional value. Yet because they add both flavor and moisture to a dog food, they are a common component in many wet products.
The fourth ingredient is chicken liver. This is an organ meat sourced from a named animal and thus considered a beneficial component.
The fifth ingredient is goat’s milk. Goat’s milk is rich in calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D. It contains slightly less lactose and can be considered nutritionally similar to cow’s milk.
The sixth ingredient is sunflower oil. Sunflower oil is nutritionally similar to safflower oil. Since these oils are high in omega-6 fatty acids and contain no omega-3’s, they’re considered less nutritious than canola or flaxseed oils.
Sunflower oil is notable for its resistance to heat damage during cooking.
There are several different types of sunflower oil, some better than others. Without knowing more, it’s impossible to judge the quality of this ingredient.
The seventh ingredient is tapioca starch, a gluten-free, starchy carbohydrate extract made from the root of the cassava plant.
The eighth ingredient is sweet potato. Sweet potatoes are a gluten-free source of complex carbohydrates in a dog food. They are naturally rich in dietary fiber and beta carotene.
The ninth ingredient is carrot. Carrots are rich in beta-carotene, minerals and dietary fiber.
From here the list goes on to include a number of other items. But to be realistic, ingredients located this far down the list (other than nutritional supplements) are not likely to affect the overall rating of the product.
This recipe has two notable exceptions.
Firstly, this food contains chelated minerals, which have been chemically attached to protein. This makes them easier to absorb. Chelated minerals are usually found in better dog foods.
Also, microalgae oil is usually included as a plant-based source of omega-3 fatty acid DHA. Studies have found DHA to be beneficial for many areas of the body, through reducing inflammation, as well as supporting brain and eye health.
Nutrient Analysis
Based on its ingredients alone, Rawz Chicken, Chicken Liver & Goat’s Milk Stew looks like an above-average wet product.
The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 68.5%, a fat level of 16.4% and an estimated carbohydrate level of 9.2%.
As a group, the brand features a protein content of 53.7% and a mean fat level of 28.2%. Together, these figures suggest a carbohydrate content of 8.2% for the overall product line, alongside a fat-to-protein ratio of 59%.
This means this Rawz Chicken, Chicken Liver & Goat’s Milk Stew contains above-average protein, below-average carbohydrate, and above-average fat, when compared to typical wet dog food.
RAWZ Dog Food Recall History
The following automated list (if present) includes all dog food recalls related to RAWZ through December 2025.
No recalls noted.
You can view a complete list of all dog food recalls since 2009 here.
Our Rating of RAWZ Canned Dog Food
RAWZ canned food is a grain-free dog food using a liberal amount of named meats as its dominant source of animal protein, thus earning the brand 4 stars.
About
RAWZ was established in 1961 and remains a family-owned pet food business. They are recognised for using natural alternatives rather than highly processed ingredients. Motivated by personal illnesses within their families, their product line was developed to meet the need for suitable foods that can be consumed on restricted diets.
This brand is committed to specific philanthropic efforts, and 100% of the profits are donated to one of their three main causes, which include spinal cord and traumatic brain injury, as well as support for service dogs.
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