Last updated Apr 14, 2023
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We’ve rated Untamed on ingredient quality, species-appropriateness, recalls, and more. Read our Untamed cat food review to learn how this brand stacks up.
The Cats.com Standard—Rating Untamed on What Matters
We’ve rated the brand on six key criteria for quality. Here’s how it rates in each of these six crucial areas.
Ratings
- Species-Appropriateness – 9/10
- Ingredient Quality – 9/10
- Product Variety – 7/10
- Price – 6/10
- Customer Experience – 9/10
- Recall History – 9/10
Overall Score: 8/10
In total, we give Untamed cat food a 52 out of 60 rating or an A grade.
NOTE: These ratings are based on an in-depth exploration of the brand and reading dozens of customer reviews. I was not able to personally test the cat food given that Untamed is a UK-based company.
About Untamed
The story of Untamed goes back to 2019 when a cat owner named Ben experienced a cat-astrophe – his furry friend, Sian, became very sick. After following veterinarian recommendations with limited results, Ben followed the advice of a family friend who worked as a pet nutritionist. Ben ditched Sian’s big brand cat food and switched him to a human-grade, whole-meat diet. The results were immediate.
After switching to a high-quality, whole-meat diet, Sian went through a dramatic transformation. He became healthier than he’d ever been, his coat looked great, and even his poop looked better.
Once word got out about Sian’s amazing transformation, Ben’s friends wanted to know his secret. Together with fellow cat parents Lenny and Marco, Ben set out to create their own cat food brand out of their own kitchen. Thus, Untamed was born. Though Untamed has outgrown their home kitchen, they still use the same simple recipes and high-quality ingredients to create natural diets for cats that nourish their bodies like nature intended.
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Sourcing and Manufacturing
Untamed is on a mission to raise standards across the board by setting high standards themselves. They use prime cuts of human-grade whole meat in vet-formulated recipes made with twice the protein standard in the industry.
In addition to using premium-quality ingredients, Untamed gently steam cooks their food to lock in flavor and nutrition. Their formulas are completely free from fillers, grains, sugars, and artificial additives. Plus, their packaging is 100% recyclable.
Untamed sources their ingredients from Europe and South East Asia and their canning partner is based in Thailand. In addition to being one of the premier suppliers of canned tuna and chicken in the world, this partner produces food for humans and has been awarded a grade A certification by the British Retail Food Consortium in Food Safety.
Also Read: The 7 Best Dry Cat Foods In The Uk
Recall History
To our knowledge, Untamed has never had a product recall. It’s important to recognize that UK pet food companies aren’t regulated by the FDA. They are, however, held to the standards determined by the FEDIAF, the trade body representing the European pet food industry.
What Kinds of Cat Food Does Untamed Offer?
Untamed is a wet food-only cat food company. They offer ten different recipes in two textures. Half of their recipes are made with premium proteins simmered in gravy while the other half are served in jelly to lock in moisture. These formulas are particularly good for cats with sensitive stomachs.
Here’s a list of Untamed’s cat food recipes:
- Chocka Chicken in Gravy
- Chocka Chicken with Ham in Gravy
- Full-On Fishy in Gravy
- Tuck-In Tuna in Gravy
- Tuck-In Tuna with Shrimp in Gravy
- Chocka Chicken in Jelly
- Chocka Chicken with Duck in Jelly
- Tuck-In Tuna in Jelly
- Tuck-In Tuna with Salmon in Jelly
- Tuck-In Tuna with Shrimp in Jelly
All of Untamed’s cat food formulas are made with at least 50% real animal protein along with moisture-rich broth. Most of their recipes contain a small amount of tapioca for thickening (1% total composition) and the gravy recipes contain sunflower oil and added vitamins and minerals.
It’s important to note that while Untamed’s gravy recipes are nutritionally complete, their jelly formulas are designed to be fed alongside your cat’s existing wet food or dry food diet.
Also Read: The 7 Best Healthy Canned, Soft & Wet Cat Foods In The UK
What Do Customers Think of Untamed Cat Food?
Given that Untamed is based in the UK, I wasn’t able to order samples of the food myself. This makes it all the more important to read customer reviews for the brand. Untamed has over 180 customer reviews on TrustPilot.com, nearly all of which are 5-star reviews.
Many customers commented on the high quality and high protein content of the food. There are many comments about fussy cats liking the recipes and some customers found their cats had improved energy levels after a few weeks on the new diet.
Here are a few snippets from positive reviews:
“My cat Lulu is 21 years old and absolutely loves this food and seems to have more energy I have recommended untamed cat food to my cat friends.”- Christopher Scott
“Communicating with the team behind Untamed has always been easy peasy and a pleasure. You know there’s a real person answering your email and that they really care about what they do.”- Aleksandra Lemo Niewiadomska
“My cats absolutely love this untamed food. Their bowls are licked clean after every meal and that’s saying something for my two fussy felines! Great choice of flavors in both jelly and gravy and good value for money.”- Jennifer Cunnington
The only negative review worth noting comes from a customer whose 18-year-old cat stopped eating Untamed cat food after an initial improvement on the diet. Her veterinarian suggested the high protein content may have been an issue, given the senior cat’s kidney condition.
Untamed Cat Food – Top 3 Recipes Reviewed
| Product Name | Food Type | Main Protein Source | Calories | Price | Our Grade |
| Chocka Chicken in Gravy | Wet | Chicken | N/A | £0.26 per oz | A |
| Full-On Fishy in Gravy | Wet | Tuna | N/A | £0.26 per oz | A |
| Tuck-In Tuna in Jelly | Wet | Tuna | N/A | £0.26 per oz | B+ |
#1 Chocka Chicken in Gravy
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This wet food formula is made with real chicken breast as the primary ingredient and supplemented with chicken liver. Chicken liver is packed with nutrients and is a supplemental source of protein.
Aside from these two animal-based ingredients, the only other main ingredients in this recipe are sunflower oil and tapioca. Sunflower oil is the only source of added fat and we’d prefer it be animal-based, but there’s nothing inherently wrong with it. The tapioca likely acts as a thickener for the gravy.
Overall, this seems to be a meat-based formula with moderate fat and low carbohydrate content.
Ingredients
Chicken Breast (58%), Chicken Broth (33%), Chicken Liver (5%), Sunflower Oil, Tapioca (1%), Vitamin A, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E, Taurine, Zinc Sulphate, Iron Sulphate, Copper Sulphate, Manganese Sulphate, Potassium Iodide, Tricalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate.
| Ingredients We Liked | Ingredients We Didn’t Like | Common Allergens |
| Chicken Breast
Chicken Broth Chicken Liver |
Sunflower Oil
Tapioca |
Chicken |
Guaranteed Analysis
Dry Matter Basis
Caloric Weight Basis
Pros
- Loaded with protein from chicken breast and chicken liver
- Very limited carbohydrate content
- Free from artificial additives, plant proteins, and fillers
Cons
- Primary source of added fat is plant-based
#2 Full-On Fishy in Gravy
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Similar to the previous formula, this recipe starts off strong with a source of animal-based protein followed by a broth for moisture. Where this recipe differs is that it contains numerous sources of animal protein – all fish-based.
In addition to tuna, sardine, and mackerel, this recipe contains 1% tapioca as a thickener for the gravy and an unspecified amount of sunflower oil.
Overall, this seems to be a meat-based formula with moderate fat and low carbohydrate content.
Ingredients
Tuna Whole Meat (45%), Fish Broth (33%), Sardine (13%), Mackerel (5%), Tapioca (1%), Sunflower Oil, Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Taurine, Zinc Sulphate, Iron Sulphate, Copper Sulphate, Manganese Sulphate, Potassium Iodide, Calcium Carbonate.
| Ingredients We Liked | Ingredients We Didn’t Like | Common Allergens |
| Tuna
Fish Broth Sardine Mackerel |
Tapioca
Sunflower Oil |
Fish |
Guaranteed Analysis
Dry Matter Basis
Caloric Weight Basis
Pros
- Made with several sources of real animal protein
- Very limited carbohydrate content
- Free from artificial additives, plant proteins, and fillers
Cons
- Primary source of added fat is plant-based
#3 Tuck-In Tuna in Jelly
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What makes this formula different from the two previous recipes is that it is intended for supplemental feeding only. Untamed’s recipes made in jelly are packed with moisture and just as high in protein as their other formulas, but they don’t contain the full array of supplemental vitamins and minerals.
Overall, this is a meat-based formula that is low in fat with negligible amounts of added carbohydrate.
Ingredients
Tuna Whole Meat (60%), Fish Broth (37%), Tapioca (1%), Vitamin E (150mg), Taurine (380mg).
| Ingredients We Liked | Ingredients We Didn’t Like | Common Allergens |
| Tuna
Fish Broth |
Tapioca | Fish |
Guaranteed Analysis
Dry Matter Basis
Caloric Weight Basis
Pros
- Packed with protein from whole meat tuna
- Free from fillers, grains, and artificial additives
- Negligible amounts of added carbohydrate (1% tapioca)
Cons
- Not nutritionally balanced (supplemental feeding only)
How Much Does Untamed Cat Food Cost?
Untamed is a cat food subscription service that delivers cans of wet cat food to your door once a month. When you sign up, you can start with a trial variety pack of 12 cans for just £8.00 which will roll into a recurring monthly plan at full price.
Pricing for Untamed meal plans is based on how many cans you receive per month. Untamed suggests 1 can (75g) a day as a meal topper or 2 cans (150g) per day as a complete diet for the average 4kg (9 lbs.) cat. Larger or more active cats may require 3 cans (225g) of food per day.
Using the example of a female 4-year-old cat, Untamed recommended a monthly plan consisting of 56 cans delivered every 4 weeks for £53.75 a month. To receive 1 can per day costs £31.35 per month and the 3 can daily plan costs £78.40 per month.
Also Read: 10 Best Cat Foods In The UK
Overall, Is Untamed Cat Food A Good Choice?
Though I wasn’t able to test Untamed cat food myself, I’m confident in the quality of this brand. Not only do they use premium-quality ingredients like human-grade whole meat, but they gently steam-cook their formulas to lock in moisture, flavor, and nutrition. None of their recipes contain grains, fillers, or artificial additives and they are extremely low in carbohydrates.
The primary thing to keep in mind with the Untamed brand is that only the recipes in gravy are nutritionally complete. You can use the recipes in jelly to supplement your cat’s dry food or wet food diet, but they shouldn’t be the only thing you feed your cat.
Where Is Untamed Cat Food Sold?
Untamed cat food is only sold through the brand’s website. To get started, simply click the “Try Not” button at the top of the page. You’ll be asked to provide some basic information about your cat that Untamed will use to design a custom meal plan featuring their products.
I wish to cancel my subscription with immediate effect. I received the trial pack and all 3 of our cats turned their noses up at your cat food. I am due the first batch costing £48 on 31 March. I wish to cancel this order and get a refund.
Hi Alan, I’m sorry, but All About Cats is unable to cancel your subscription to Untamed. You’ll have to contact the company directly. According to their site, “you can cancel your subscription any time by emailing [email protected] stating your email address and full name.” Hope this helps!
Im trying to find a very high quality wet and dry food for our 1 year old bs little princess called Lunara. It seemed quite a challenge because she have prefered to eat only dry food or tuna in brine (John West) only. We were trying many brands (katkin, blink, untamed) till i think so we finally found out why she was so fussy. She don’t like anyrhing that have a pathe/minced consistency but loves chunky/shredded bits therefor untamed her favourite right now (she have eating both chicken and tuna as well). After reading your “best cat food in the UK” article we have ordered a bag of AATU Dry Food (Chicken) for her and like most dry foods she loves it (and it is a good quality too). She is being on this 2 foods right now and it makes us happy to know her diet is much healthier as before. We made a mistake for a few months and kept feeding her with royal canin and then i came across of your website and realized how bad is it compared to other option. Thinking about to give it a try to thrive (both wet and dry) because it seems at least the same quality like the aforementioned 2 brands. I’d like to thank you all of your effort and work putting into this, it was a great help for us to make our cat life happier and healthier thanks to your reviews.
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Hello Joe, thanks for reaching out! I’m so happy to hear that you’ve found our research helpful, and I wish both you and Lunara all the best!
Why have I been quoted £54 for a months supply of Untamed and have just read in another post that it is £38?
I’d assume that it’s because your cat needs more food than our example cat. We got our quote based on a 5-year-old female cat eating 56 cans of food per month. Your plan may look different.
I can verify the above that 56 cans of wet food for 1 cat (2 cans per day, 4 weeks) is £53.75. I imagine they gave you a discounted rate for reviewing purposes?
Thanks for confirming. Their prices must have changed. We’ll get this article updated. Thanks!
Your article states it was updated 20 November 2022 yet it is out-of-date. Untamed changed their prices in September. It now costs £53.75 / four weeks in a 56 cans plan. Quite a difference from the £37/ four weeks you have indicated.
Thank you, Mar. We’ll update that.
HI, you still haven’t updated the price for Untamed.
Hi Debbie, sorry about that! We have a full update scheduled for March.
Thank you for this review, we read it a few years back and it very much aided our decision in getting untamed.
We have 2 cats and they share a tin of untamed (gravy) every day and then have dry applaws (also aided by your reviews).
The cats flippin love untamed. It looks good enough for me to eat which I really like.
Have you seen that untamed are now doing dry food?
I’d be very keen to hear your verdict.
Thank you for all your reviews, I find them incredibly helpful!
Hi Lucy, I’m so glad our recommendations were helpful for you and your cats! And thanks for letting us know about Untamed’s new dry food—we’ll have to update the review!
Taking a quick glance, the Untamed Fresh Chicken and Rabbit recipe looks pretty good. It’s a little higher in protein and lower in carbs than the Applaws dry food recipe we reviewed, and it contains animal-based sources of beneficial nutrients like glucosamine and chondroitin. I also like the chicken fat and salmon oil.
If you’re thinking about switching your cats to all Untamed (both wet and dry), I’d say it’s not a bad choice at all. The only thing to keep in mind is that Untamed dry food contains multiple protein sources, so if your cat has allergies you might need to be cautious about which recipe you pick.