Luvsome Cat Food Product Overview
Luvsome is a wet cat food brand sold primarily through Chewy and Amazon. The line includes pate, shreds, and paté-in-gravy formulas with names such as Luvsome Chicken Recipe and Luvsome Tuna Recipe. Products are grain-free and marketed as made with real animal protein. The brand is owned by PetSmart, which acquired Chewy in 2021 and continues to operate it as a separate subsidiary. Luvsome wet food cans typically range from 2.8 oz to 13 oz, with prices varying by retailer and size. The company does not publish a full guaranteed analysis on its own website, but product labels list crude protein, fat, fiber, and moisture values required by AAFCO standards. Specialty pet food sales have grown steadily as retailers expand private-label lines.
Luvsome formulas are produced in facilities that also manufacture other Chewy-branded products. The cans are sold in multi-packs and single units, with subscription discounts available on Chewy. Luvsome is not a veterinary diet and is positioned as an everyday wet food option. The brand does not claim AAFCO nutritional adequacy for all life stages on every SKU, so owners should check the specific product label. Luvsome wet food is shelf-stable until opened and does not require refrigeration before serving. The brand has no published recall history as of the latest FDA enforcement reports, but consumers should always verify lot codes against current recall notices.
Ingredients and Nutritional Breakdown
Primary Protein Sources and Additives
Luvsome recipes list named animal proteins such as chicken, tuna, salmon, and liver as first ingredients. The formulas include meat by-products, which AAFCO defines as non-rendered clean parts of slaughtered mammals. Luvsome wet food uses gelatin, broth, and water as additional moisture sources. The brand does not use artificial colors or preservatives in its wet food line. Some formulas contain added vitamins and minerals such as taurine, zinc sulfate, and vitamin E. Luvsome does not include corn, wheat, or soy in its wet food products, aligning with the grain-free trend in the pet food market. SEC filings for major pet food companies show increased disclosure of ingredient sourcing.
The crude protein content in Luvsome wet food ranges from approximately 8% to 12% on a dry-matter basis, depending on the recipe. Fat levels typically fall between 3% and 6%, with fiber below 2%. Luvsome pate formulas generally have higher protein percentages than shreds-in-gravy varieties. The brand does not publish caloric density on its packaging, but AAFCO-compliant wet foods average 800 to 1,000 kcal per kg. Luvsome wet food is not designed to meet the nutrient profiles for kittens or pregnant queens unless specifically labeled. Owners feeding exclusively wet food should monitor hydration and dental health, as wet diets do not reduce tartar buildup. Veterinarians recommend wet food for hydration but note it should be part of a balanced diet