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10 Best Wet Dog Foods in Australia – 2024 Reviews & Top Picks

Kit Copson

By Kit Copson

French bulldog eating from bowl

If you’re a new dog parent down under, keeping your new furbaby happy and healthy is likely your number one priority. A healthy dog diet contains protein, minerals, vitamins, carbohydrates, and fats and, as omnivores, they can also tolerate vegetables. You can feed either a wet diet, a dry diet, or a combination.

If you’ve decided to go the wet food route, these reviews explore the 10 best wet dog foods in Australia to give you a heads-up as to the possibilities. Be sure to check with your vet if you’re considering changing your dog’s diet to make sure it’s the right thing for them, and avoid suddenly switching diets without weaning your dog off their previous one.

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A Quick Comparison of Our Favorites of 2024

Rating Image Product Details
Best Overall
Winner
OPTIMUM Wet Dog Food OPTIMUM Wet Dog Food
  • Vet and dietician-formulated
  • Made in Australia with Australian ingredients
  • Anti-oxidant enriched
  • Best Value
    Second place
    Purina Pro Plan Canned Dog Food Purina Pro Plan Canned Dog Food
  • A good choice for senior dogs
  • High in protein
  • Digestible
  • Premium Choice
    Third place
    Applaws Grain Free Chicken Pâté Applaws Grain Free Chicken Pâté
  • All-natural ingredients
  • A range of flavors
  • Reasonably-priced
  • Best for Puppies
    OPTIMUM Puppy Wet Dog Food OPTIMUM Puppy Wet Dog Food
  • Fulfills puppies’ nutritional needs
  • Vet-developed and recommended
  • High in protein and calcium
  • OPTIMUM Adult Lamb & Rice Wet Dog Food OPTIMUM Adult Lamb & Rice Wet Dog Food
  • Free of artificial flavorings and preservatives
  • 24-pack for buying in bulk
  • Nutritionally complete
  • The 10 Best Wet Dog Foods in Australia

    1. OPTIMUM Chicken and Rice Wet Dog Food, Adult, 100g Tray, 12 Pack – Best Overall

    OPTIMUM Chicken and Rice Wet Dog Food, Adult, 100g Tray, 12 Pack

    Brand: OPTIMUM
    Flavor: Chicken
    Weight: 1.2 kg
    Dimensions: 18.5 x 16.4 x 9.5 cm

    OPTIMUM’s chicken and rice flavor wet food takes the top spot as our best overall wet dog food in Australia. This food is made up of Australian ingredients, is nutritionally complete, and is vet and dietician-developed and recommended by Dr. Chris Brown. OPTIMUM boasts no artificial colors or flavorings and is anti-oxidant-infused to improve your dog’s immunity and overall health.

    Other goodies within OPTIMUM dog foods include vitamin E and Arginine, and the formula encourages the proper absorption of nutrients. If you’re looking for a trusted brand formulated by experts, we recommend OPTIMUM. If you have a puppy, though, this kind of food isn’t suitable for them—it’s only for adult dogs over one year old.

    Pros
    • Vet and dietician-formulated
    • Made in Australia with Australian ingredients
    • Anti-oxidant enriched
    • Nutritionally complete
    • Made with fresh meat
    Cons
    • Not suitable for dogs under one year old

    2. Purina Pro Plan Canned Dog Food Senior Beef and Rice Entree – Best Value

    Purina Pro Plan Canned Dog Food Senior Beef and Rice Entree Focus 368 g

    Brand: Purina
    Flavor: Beef
    Weight: 4.42 kg
    Dimensions: 7.62 x 7.62 x 10.41cm

    Purina’s Pro Plan dog food is the best wet dog food for the money. This 12-pack of 368 g tins comes at a reasonable price and is a complete diet for senior dogs aged seven and up. This US-made dog food contains real beef, gravy, and rice, and is designed to be easily digestible for older dogs. It’s high in protein to help older dogs maintain their muscle mass and support them in staying active as they age.

    We chose Purina’s dog food as our best value pick because we like that you get 12 tins at a price that won’t break the bank. Depending on individual preferences, this food may not be for everyone as gravy tends to be a little more watery than standard dog food. It’s also not the best choice for dogs below the age of 7.

    Pros
    • A good choice for senior dogs
    • High in protein
    • Digestible
    • 12-pack of 368 g tins at a reasonable price
    Cons
    • Not suitable for younger dogs
    • Can be a little watery

    3. Applaws Grain Free Chicken Pâté – Premium Choice

    Applaws Grain Free Chicken Pâté with Broccoli, Carrots, and Peas, 370 g Tins

    Brand: Applaws
    Flavor: Chicken with vegetables
    Weight: 4.44 kg
    Dimensions: 32 x 23.5 x 11.5 cm

    Our premium wet dog food pick goes to Applaw’s grain-free chicken pâté. What we like most about this wet dog food is that it’s made in New Zealand and is formulated with all-natural, high-quality ingredients yet at a reasonable price. We also like how this food is preservative and antibiotic-free, grain-free, and comes in a variety of flavors apart from chicken.

    Other meat options include salmon, beef, kangaroo, and lamb. The vegetable selection is broccoli, peas, and carrots. Just be aware that Applaws’ pâté is a complementary food, which means it shouldn’t be fed as the main diet, but rather as a complement to dry food.

    Pros
    • All-natural ingredients
    • A range of flavors
    • Reasonably-priced
    • 12-pack of 370 g tins
    Cons
    • Not suitable as a main diet—only complementary

    4. OPTIMUM Puppy With Chicken Wet Dog Food – Best for Puppies

    OPTIMUM Puppy With Chicken Wet Dog Food 100G Tray, 12 Pack

    Brand: OPTIMUM
    Flavor: Chicken, lamb
    Weight: 1 kg
    Dimensions: 18.5 x 16.4 x 9.5 cm

    For those with smaller (adorable) pooches, we recommend this OPTIMUM puppy wet food. What we like about this puppy food is that you can feed it on its own or use it as a supplement for dry food. It’s nutritionally balanced and packed with vitamins and minerals to meet your puppy’s needs as they grow—in particular, this food supports brain and vision development.

    There are no artificial colors or flavorings in this puppy food and along with meat, it contains rice and vegetables for a bit of variety and bulk. OPTIMUM’s puppy food is only suitable for puppies, though, so if you have an older dog, you might want to check out one of our other recommendations.

    Pros
    • Fulfills puppies’ nutritional needs
    • Vet-developed and recommended
    • High in protein and calcium
    • Supports brain and vision development
    Cons
    • Not suitable for older dogs

    5. OPTIMUM Adult Lamb & Rice Wet Dog Food

    OPTIMUM Adult Lamb & Rice Wet Dog Food 400G Can, 24 Pack

    Brand: OPTIMUM
    Flavor: Lamb, kangaroo
    Weight: 11.3 kg
    Dimensions: 45.8 x 30.8 x 11.4 cm

    If you’re on the lookout for something long-lasting, you might want to cast your eye over OPTIMUM’s 24-pack of adult food. This is the third time that OPTIMUM products have appeared on our list, and the reason is that it’s a trusted brand offering a range of options for different needs. In this case, the 24-pack is a good choice for those looking to buy in bulk.

    Like other OPTIMUM products, this adult dog food is protein and nutrient-rich and free of artificial flavorings and preservatives. It’s vet-formulated and recommended and targets your dog’s immune health. It’s also pretty reasonably priced for 24 cans. On the downside, it’s not suitable for puppies.

    Pros
    • Free of artificial flavorings and preservatives
    • 24-pack for buying in bulk
    • Nutritionally complete
    • Supports a healthy immune system
    Cons
    • Not suitable for puppies

    6. My Dog Naturally Crafted Wet Dog Food Beef

    My Dog Naturally Crafted Wet Dog Food Beef 400G Can, 24 Pack

    Brand: My Dog
    Flavor: Beef
    Weight: 11.5 kg
    Dimensions: 45.8 x 30.8 x 11.4 cm

    My Dog’s wet dog food is made with Australian beef, green beans, and capsicum to cater to a dog’s natural omnivorous inclinations. This is another solid option for those looking to buy in bulk, as this pack comes with 24 400 g tins. It contains no artificial flavorings or preservatives, added vitamins and minerals, and is grain-free.

    This wet dog food is suitable for all dog sizes from small to giant and dogs of adult or senior age. It isn’t suitable for puppies, though. The 24-pack is a little pricey but the tradeoff is a naturally crafted dog food with high-quality local ingredients.

    Pros
    • Naturally crafted
    • Australian ingredients
    • Grain-free
    • Nutritionally complete
    Cons
    • Expensive
    • Not suitable for puppies

    7. My Dog Chicken Supreme Wet Food

    My Dog Chicken Supreme Wet Food 100G Tray, 24 Pack

    Brand: My Dog
    Flavor: Chicken
    Weight: 3.1 kg
    Dimensions: 34.2 x 19.7 x 10.9 cm

    Another My Dog recommendation—this time, the Chicken Supreme Wet Food. With this package, you get 24 100 g trays of the chicken-flavored meaty loaf. What we like about this dog food is its convenience—in particular, the no-mess trays the food comes in. The food itself contains no added preservatives and is made with quality ingredients.

    These meaty loaves are nutritionally complete, but you can feed them with dry food as well for a bit of texture variety if your dog approves. It’s fine for all dog sizes but especially small dogs—one pack might not be enough for dogs on the larger side. This food is not suitable for puppies.

    Pros
    • No-mess trays
    • High in protein
    • Quality ingredients
    • Made in Australia
    Cons
    • Not suitable for puppies
    • One pack may not be enough for larger dogs

    8. OPTIMUM Grain-Free Wet Dog Food Salmon

    OPTIMUM Grain-Free Wet Dog Food Salmon, Sweet Potato 85G, 14 Pack

    Brand: OPTIMUM
    Flavor: Salmon
    Weight: 1.4 kg
    Dimensions: 18.5 x 16.4 x 9.5 cm

    This OPTIMUM wet food breaks with tradition a little—it gives the impression of a 5-star restaurant meal packed into a little tray! With a mix of salmon, sweet potato, and carrots, this is a grain-free, gluten-free dog food—perfect for those with health-conscious pooches. It contains zinc and omega 6 to help maintain healthy skin and a healthy coat.

    If your dog isn’t a fan of carbs typically used in dog foods such as rice, this could be an alternative worth trying out. It’s suitable for adult dogs but not puppies or pregnant/lactating dogs.

    Pros
    • Contains omega-6 and zinc
    • Grain and gluten-free
    • An alternative to dog foods containing rice
    Cons
    • Not suitable for puppies
    • Not suitable for pregnant or lactating dogs

    9. Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Stomach and Skin Salmon and Rice Wet Dog Food

    Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Stomach and Skin Salmon and Rice Wet Dog Food, 368 g

    Brand: Purina
    Flavor: Salmon and rice
    Weight: 4.42 kg
    Dimensions: 7.62 x 7.62 x 10.41 cm

    This Purina wet dog food is specially designed for dogs with sensitive stomachs. It’s packed with fiber to “keep things moving”, linoleic acid, and omega-3 fatty acids to support a shiny coat and healthy skin. It’s soy and wheat-free to help avoid irritating sensitive stomachs and, as any good dog food should be, is high in protein and nutrients.

    If your dog has issues digesting other types of food, this one might be worth giving a shot to see if it improves matters. Check with your vet first though, especially if your dog has a pre-existing health condition that’s causing digestive problems.

    Pros
    • Goes easy on sensitive stomachs
    • Nutritionally complete
    • Made with real salmon
    • Easy to digest
    Cons
    • Not suitable for puppies

    10. Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Savory Stew with Beef & Vegetables Senior Canned Dog Food

    Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Savory Stew with Beef & Vegetables Senior Canned Dog Food, 363g, 12 Pack

    Brand: Hill’s Science
    Flavor: Beef
    Weight: 1.36 kg
    Dimensions: ‎‎30.18 x 22.86 x 10.49 cm

    Hill’s Science adult wet dog food is designed for dogs over the age of seven and is made in the US. It’s stew-like in consistency and contains a selection of veggies along with beef in gravy, is full of lean proteins, and focuses on heart health, kidney health, and helping your dog to stay as healthy as possible in their more senior years.

    We know that not every dog (or dog parent) is a fan of gravy as it tends to be a little messier, but if this doesn’t bother you, Hill’s Science is another trusted brand with vet and nutritionist-developed food products. This wet dog food may be worth a try if you’re looking for high quality and trustworthiness.

    Pros
    Cons
    • Gravy is a little messier than other food types
    • Not for younger dogs

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    Buyer’s Guide: Choosing the Best Wet Dog Foods in Australia

    When picking dog food, the first and most important thing to consider is the quality of the food. It’s always better to go for trusted brands that use high-quality ingredients to make sure your dog is getting a nutritionally complete diet.

    If you buy commercial food and your budget allows for it, it’s always a good idea to go for higher-quality dog foods to avoid upset stomachs and keep your dog as healthy as possible. What’s more, buying low-quality foods can result in a gassy pooch—and trust us when we say being in a room with a flatulent dog is an experience you won’t forget in a hurry!

    If your dog has a health condition like a sensitive stomach or allergies, your vet may recommend a certain type of food or brand. It’s majorly important to take their recommendation into account to keep your dog as well and healthy as possible. Another factor to take into consideration is your dog’s age—standard adult food just won’t work for puppies and vice versa.

    Finally, if you’re a dog parent you’ll be fully aware of how fussy some dogs can be! Some dogs will absolutely love one type of food or a kind of meat whereas others will hate it. If you have multiple dogs, you may need to buy different flavors to keep everyone happy.

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    Conclusion

    We’re going to be honest—picking our top three in this post was no easy feat. All of the wet foods we’ve chosen were pretty strong competitors, but three, in particular, had an edge. To recap, our best overall wet dog food is OPTIMUM’s Chicken and Rice pack of 12 trays. We love that this brand is Australian-made, nutritionally complete, and vet-developed.

    Our best value choice is the Purina Pro Plan Beef and Rice canned food. This reasonably-priced package gets you 12 cans of premium dog food that’s highly reviewed and also vet-recommended. Finally, we chose Applaws’ pack of grain-free chicken pâté for our premium pick. This complementary wet food is a little like a restaurant meal but for dogs! That said, it is a complementary food and shouldn’t be fed on its own.

    We hope that you’ve found our best wet dog food in Australia reviews useful and that your furry family members also approve of our picks!

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