Carnilove Venison & Reindeer, 400 g is a complete wet food for adult dogs: a high-meat pâté. According to the card it contains game (47%), reindeer (20%), blueberries, cranberries and raspberries (2% each), minerals (1%) and salmon oil (0.1%). There are no grains, potatoes or chicken in the list. The analysis: crude protein 10.2%, fat 7.1%, moisture 75%, ash 4.2%, fibre 0.4%. Per kilogram it adds vitamin D3 (200 IU), zinc (15 mg), manganese (3 mg) and iodine (0.75 mg).
What the manufacturer says
The manufacturer calls reindeer meat one of the best sources of easily digestible protein with a good amino acid profile. It says reindeer eat wild berries, so their meat is rich in natural antioxidants and contains little fat. The berries in the pâté itself support this idea. The food is declared complete, so it can be fed without other additions.
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | wet food, pâté, complete |
| For | adult dogs |
| Meat | game 47%, reindeer 20% |
| Berries | blueberries, cranberries, raspberries — 2% each |
| Protein / fat | 10.2% / 7.1% |
| Moisture | 75% |
| Ash / fibre | 4.2% / 0.4% |
| Pack size | 400 g can |
Pros
- Game and reindeer. 67% meat by the stated shares.
- No chicken or cereals. Handy if your dog does not tolerate common proteins.
- Short recipe. Meat, berries, minerals and oil.
- High moisture. 75% supports hydration.
- Analysis given. Protein, fat, ash and fibre.
- Complete. Can be fed as the main food.
Cons and what to watch
- Unspecified "game". The card does not say what meat makes up the 47% game.
- Not up to 100%. The shares add up to about 74%; the rest is not explained.
- Bold claims. The description compares venison with fish for omega-3 but gives no figures — treat it as marketing.
- 4.2% ash. Higher than the lamb and boar pâté (2.5%).
How it differs from Lamb & Wild Boar
Carnilove has a similar pâté, Lamb & Wild Boar. The structure is the same: two meats, berries, minerals, salmon oil and the same additives. Here game and reindeer replace lamb and boar, protein is slightly lower (10.2% versus 10.8%), fat slightly higher (7.1% versus 6.9%) and ash higher. Rotating the two pâtés is convenient if your dog likes variety.
Which dogs it suits
The pâté suits adult dogs that need a wet food without chicken or cereals, as well as fussy eaters that are hard to tempt with dry food. If you suspect a food allergy, keep in mind that the "game" is not specified — for a strict elimination diet it is better to choose a food with a clearly identified protein. Tips on choosing are in hypoallergenic dog food.
How to feed it
As a complete food, give the pâté according to the amount on the can. As a topper for dry food, add one or two spoonfuls per meal and reduce the dry food so as not to exceed the calories. A good match is the dry Carnilove Reindeer with venison. Introduce the new food gradually and watch the stool.
Wet food and water
Three quarters of the can is moisture, so a dog on wet food drinks less from the bowl — that is normal. Such a topper is especially useful for dogs that drink little, for senior pets and in hot weather. Feeding older dogs is covered in senior dog: diet and care.
Storage
Keep unopened cans at room temperature. Cover an opened can, put it in the fridge and use it within one or two days. Let the portion warm up before feeding, and remove anything left in the bowl after half an hour.
Who it suits
The food suits owners of adult dogs looking for a game-based pâté without chicken or grain. Other options are in the canned dog food section and our holistic dog food collection.
Verdict
Carnilove Venison & Reindeer is a complete pâté for adult dogs with game (47%), reindeer (20%), berries and salmon oil, free of chicken and grain; protein 10.2%, fat 7.1%. The downsides are the unspecified "game", an ingredient list in the card that does not reach 100%, and omega-3 claims without figures.
FAQ
What meat is in the pâté?
Game (47%) and reindeer (20%); the type of game is not specified in the card.
Is it a complete food?
Yes, it is declared complete for adult dogs.
Does it contain chicken?
Not according to the ingredient list in the card.
How much protein and fat?
Protein 10.2%, fat 7.1%.
How does it differ from Lamb & Wild Boar?
In the meat — game and reindeer instead of lamb and boar — and slightly different analysis figures.
How should I store an opened can?
In the fridge, for no more than one or two days.
Can puppies eat it?
The food is intended for adult dogs.
