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Our Verdict
Nulo Signature Stews product range consists of seven recipes, each receiving the Dog Food Advisor’s rating of 5 stars.
Signature stews in single-serve cups, each with plenty of protein and sweet potato or pumpkin, which are high in fibre and other essential nutrients for your pup.
Pros
- No corn, wheat, soy or artificial ingredients
- High animal-based protein
- Moisture rich
Cons
- Not budget-friendly
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.
Recipe and Label Analysis
Nulo Signature Stews Small Breed Chicken, Duck & Pumpkin Recipe in Broth was selected to represent the other products in the line for a detailed recipe and nutrient analysis.
Nulo Signature Stews Small Breed Chicken, Duck & Pumpkin Recipe in Broth
Estimated Dry Matter Nutrient Content
Protein
Fat
CarbsCarbohydrates
Chicken, chicken broth, duck, duck broth, pumpkin, coconut oil, tricalcium phosphate, potassium chloride, xanthan gum, salt, inulin, guar gum, choline chloride, taurine, salmon oil, magnesium sulfate, parsley, iron amino acid chelate, zinc amino acid chelate, vitamin E supplement, l-carnitine, l-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate, thiamine mononitrate, vitamin A supplement, nicotinic acid, manganese amino acid chelate, copper amino acid chelate, calcium iodate, calcium d-pantothenate, riboflavin supplement, sodium selenite, vitamin B12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrocholoride, folic acid, cholecalciferol, biotin, menadione sodium bisulfite complex
Fiber (estimated dry matter content) = 1%
Red denotes any controversial items
| Estimated Nutrient Content | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Method | Protein | Fat | Carbs |
| Guaranteed Analysis | 11% | 3% | NA |
| Dry Matter Basis | 65% | 18% | 10% |
| Calorie Weighted Basis | 55% | 37% | 8% |
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.
This recipe includes chicken and duck 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 next ingredient is duck. Duck is considered “the clean combination of flesh and skin… derived from the parts or whole carcasses of duck”.2
Duck is naturally rich in the 10 essential amino acids required by a dog to sustain life.
The fifth ingredient is pumpkin. Pumpkin is a nutritious addition high in complex carbohydrates, beta-carotene and dietary fiber.
The sixth ingredient is coconut oil, a natural oil rich in medium-chain fatty acids.
Medium-chain triglycerides have been shown to improve cognitive function in older dogs.
Because of its proven safety as well as its potential to help in the treatment of canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) and chronic skin disorders, MCT can be considered a positive addition to this recipe.
The seventh ingredient is tricalcium phosphate, a beneficial source of calcium and phosphorous. In addition, this additive is used in wet foods as an emulsifier – an agent designed to disperse a food’s fats more evenly in water.
The eighth ingredient is potassium chloride, a nutritional supplement sometimes used as a replacement for the sodium found in table salt.
The ninth ingredient is Xanthan gum is a food additive used here as a thickener to create gravy-like consistency.
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 three notable exceptions.
Taurine, an important amino acid associated with the healthy function of heart muscle. Although taurine is not typically considered essential in canines, some dogs have been shown to be deficient in this critical nutrient.
Since taurine deficiency appears to be more common in pets consuming grain-free diets, we view its presence in this recipe as a positive addition.
Next, this food also 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, salmon oil. Salmon oil is naturally rich in the prized EPA and DHA type of omega-3 fatty acids.
Depending on its level of freshness and purity, salmon oil should be considered a commendable addition.
Nutrient Analysis
Based on its ingredients alone, Nulo Signature Stews Small Breed Chicken, Duck & Pumpkin Recipe in Broth looks like an above-average wet product.
The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 60.9%, a fat level of 19% and an estimated carbohydrate level of 10.4%.
As a group, the brand features a protein content of 58.8% and a mean fat level of 21.4%. Together, these figures suggest a carbohydrate content of 10.5% for the overall product line, alongside a fat-to-protein ratio of 37%.
This means this Nulo product line contains above-average protein, near-average carbohydrate, and below-average fat, when compared to typical wet dog food.
Nulo Dog Food Recall History
The following automated list (if present) includes all dog food recalls related to Nulo through February 2026.
No recalls noted.
You can view a complete list of all dog food recalls since 2009 here.
Our Rating of Nulo Signature Stews Wet Dog Food
This product range definitely deserves the 5 stars it has received in our review. Nulo provides an exceptional amount of high-quality food packed with high-quality protein and nutrients.
About
Nulo Pet Food was founded in 2010 by Michael Landa, who was concerned about what he was feeding his black lab, Max. He started what ultimately became the largest pet-care company in California.
The headquarters is located in Austin, Texas, USA. Facilities: Nulo’s manufacturing partners are situated in Kansas, Nebraska, Oregon, Utah, and Georgia, USA.
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