Wet Dog Food

Wet dog food is a tasty and nutritious choice most dogs love at mealtime. You can find lots of different types of wet food for dogs in flavours and textures to suit every palate. Canine wet food comes in canned, pouch, tray, loaf, fresh, and frozen forms to make storage and serving convenient. Choose from a variety of textures, including pâté, chunks in gravy, shredded, purée, flaked, stew, and more. Chewy carries popular brands such as Royal Canin, Stella & Chewy's, Purina Pro Plan and Hill's Science Diet.

Wet dog food also comes in formulas to suit a variety of breeds, life stages, and dietary preferences, including:
• Large-breed wet dog food: Formulated to foster healthy growth, hip and joint support, and more
• Wet food for small dogs: High-energy, nutrient-dense formulas for these energetic breeds
• Limited-ingredient and special diet formulas: Made without ingredients that may trigger allergies or specific health issues
• Grain-free wet dog food: Made without ingredients like wheat and corn that may cause issues in some dogs
• Veterinary diet wet food formulas: Targeted formulas for a variety of health issues, available only with a prescription
• Natural wet dog food: Often made with wholesome ingredients and no artificial colours, flavours, or preservatives
• Wet dog food toppers: Make dry kibble taste even better—intended for supplemental feeding only

Wet dog food comes in a wide range of meaty flavours, made with wag-worthy ingredients like beef, chicken, turkey, fish, wholesome vegetables, healthy grains, and more. You can find grain-free or grain-inclusive wet dog food, as well as novel protein formulas to suit every dietary need. If you’re unsure which ones might be best, try a few or talk to your vet for tailored dietary guidance.

FAQ

Is wet food good for dogs?
Wet food can be good for dogs, generally speaking, as it provides healthy hydration and the great taste dogs love. Formulas vary widely, however, so be sure to pick a complete and balanced, nutritious, and wholesome formula that is well-suited to your pup’s specific needs.

Can dogs live off wet dog food?
Dogs can live off wet dog food, provided it is a complete and balanced formula tailored to their particular life stage and nutritional needs. Be careful to choose the right formula for your pup and ensure it meets the AAFCO standards of nutrition for your dog’s age.

Should I mix dry and wet dog food?
You should mix dry and wet dog food if your dog prefers it—adding wet food to kibble can make it more palatable and hydrating. You can also serve wet dog food and dry food separately to give your dog the best of both worlds.

What are the advantages of wet dog food?
The advantages of wet dog food include a higher moisture content, which can help with urinary health, and high palatability, perfect for picky eaters and seniors. Wet food may help your pup feel full sooner due to its higher water content, which can help with portion control and healthy weight management. Some wet food formulas may be lower in carbs, which can help with weight loss as well. Wet food is also easier to chew than dry food, making it ideal for dogs with incomplete dentition like puppies and seniors.

What are the disadvantages of wet dog food?
The disadvantages of wet dog food are that it doesn’t last as long once opened—or served—and the generally higher cost per serving. You can leave dry dog food out for longer, and it doesn’t require refrigeration after opening, making it a more convenient choice for busy pet parents. Feeding large dogs solely with wet food can also get a bit expensive, especially if you have multiple dogs. However, the health benefits of wet food for dogs may outweigh these disadvantages, and some people like to split the difference by feeding a mix of wet food and dry kibble.