# ZEALANDIA Grain Free Venison Pate Cat Wet Food

**Description**

Made from New Zealand free-range venison — hormone-free, antibiotic-free, and a true novel protein absent from most commercial cat food — this complete adult formula delivers 95% meat, organs, and NZ Green Mussel in a rich, dense pâté slow-cooked in broth. Five whole-animal lamb organ cuts — liver, lung, green tripe, heart, kidney, and plasma — contribute naturally occurring CoQ10, digestive enzymes, iron, B12, and a full micronutrient spectrum. NZ Green Mussel provides bioavailable glucosamine and chondroitin for joint mobility. Salmon Oil adds Omega-3 DHA and EPA for skin and coat.

Venison's deep, naturally gamey aroma is one of the most reliable palatability triggers for fussy adult cats and seniors with reduced appetite. The dense pâté texture is more substantial than mousse-style foods — satisfying for cats who prefer something to sink their teeth into.

Completely grain-free, carrageenan-free, BPA-free, with no artificial preservatives or flavourings. Made in Gisborne, New Zealand.

## Key Features

**Free-Range NZ Venison — Novel Hypoallergenic Protein** — Absent from most cat foods, making it ideal for elimination diets or cats reacting to common proteins. Hormone-free, antibiotic-free, and ethically raised.

**NZ Green Mussel** — Natural bioavailable source of glucosamine and chondroitin for joint mobility — particularly beneficial for indoor cats and seniors.

**Six Lamb Organ Cuts** — Liver, Lung, Green Tripe, Heart, Kidney, and Plasma deliver CoQ10, natural digestive enzymes, and complete whole-prey micronutrients.

**Salmon Oil** — Omega-3 DHA and EPA for healthy skin, coat condition, and anti-inflammatory support.

**Clean Label** — 0% Grain | 0% Potato | 0% Carrageenan | 0% BPA | No artificial preservatives or flavourings | GMO-free | Made in New Zealand.

## Ingredient List

Venison, Water Sufficient for Processing, Lamb Liver, Lamb Lung, Lamb Green Tripe, Lamb Heart, Lamb Kidney, New Zealand Green Mussels, Lamb Plasma, Dried Yeast, Calcium Carbonate, Salmon Oil, Guar Gum, Agar Agar, Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Iron Proteinate, Zinc Glycine Complex, Niacin Supplement, Alpha-Tocopherol Acetate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Glycine Complex, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin A Acetate, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, Cholecalciferol.

## Guaranteed Analysis

Nutrient

Amount

Crude Protein (min)

10.0%

Crude Fat (min)

5.0%

Crude Fibre (max)

1.0%

Moisture (max)

78.0%

Taurine

Added

**Calorie Content:** ~957 kcal/kg  |  ~163 kcal per 170g can

**AAFCO:** Complete and balanced for adult cat maintenance.

## Feeding Guide

Serve as a complete daily diet or as a premium topper over dry food. Serve at room temperature for best aroma and palatability.

**Daily Feeding Guide (Adult Cats):**

Cat's Body Weight

Daily Amount (170g cans)

Up to 3 kg

~1 can

3–5 kg

1–1.5 cans

5–6 kg

1.5–2 cans

6 kg+

2+ cans

**Transitioning:** Mix increasing proportions over 7 days — start at 25% Zealandia, increasing by 25% every 1–2 days until fully transitioned.

**Storage:** Store unopened cans in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate after opening and serve within 24 hours. Allow to reach room temperature before serving.

### For Cats Who Have Had Enough of the Usual Chicken and Beef

Venison is useful when you want to give an adult cat a genuinely different flavour experience. Its deeper, gamey aroma can be especially appealing to cats that have become less enthusiastic about familiar meals, while the dense pâté gives them more texture than a soft mousse.

For senior cats or fussy eaters, serving this [wet cat food](https://www.petroom.com.au/collections/cat-wet-food) at room temperature can make a noticeable difference because the aroma becomes stronger as the food loses its fridge chill. Rather than changing foods again when a cat hesitates, try offering a smaller freshly served portion first and see whether temperature and aroma are the real issue.

### If You’re Testing a Different Protein, Check the Treat Cupboard Too

Owners sometimes switch the main meal to venison but forget that chicken or beef is still turning up several times a day in snacks. If you are browsing [cat treats australia](https://www.petroom.com.au/collections/freeze-dried-cat-treats-cat-treats-australia) while deliberately introducing a less familiar protein, checking the treat ingredients as well can help keep the overall feeding routine clearer.

The first week on a new food is also a good time to keep an eye on appetite and stool quality. For bigger cats, a roomy [extra large cat litter box](https://www.petroom.com.au/collections/cat-litter-trays-extra-large-cat-litter-box) can make regular toileting more comfortable while giving you an easier way to notice changes during the transition.

Available from [Petroom](https://www.petroom.com.au/), Zealandia Venison Pâté is a particularly interesting choice for adult cats that enjoy richer flavours, owners looking beyond the usual poultry-based recipes, and cats that prefer a substantial pâté rather than a lighter mousse texture.

## Details

- **Price:** 5.17 AUD - 123.96 AUD
- **Vendor:** Zealandia
- **Tags:** cat food, cat wet food, zealandia

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| 170g | 5.17 AUD | In stock |
| 170g x12 | 61.98 AUD | In stock |
| 170g x24 | 123.96 AUD | In stock |

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> Source: [Petroom](https://www.petroom.com.au/products/zealandia-grain-free-venison-cat)
> Updated: 2026-08-26