Review of Gina cat food: types, composition, reviews

What kind of food?

Holistic products from the Gina Elite line are produced at two factories: Golden Acress, which is located in the UK, and Canadian Spectrum Feed Services Ltd.

Super-premium Gina has an equally wide geography: wet food is produced in Thailand (Thai Union Manufacturing Co. Ltd.), and dry food is produced in Denmark (Vital Petfood Group). According to veterinarians, both proposals from Gin are perfect for kittens and even more so for adult cats.

Brief description and country of origin

The Gina brand produces a variety of cat food for every taste, need and budget.

There are 4 lines of cat food:

"Gina Elite" (holistic);
“Gina Denmark” (super premium food) in the form of pouches and croquettes;
"X-Cat" (economy class);
canned food "Mi-Mi".

Countries - produced at Canadian and British facilities, “Gina Denmark” is exported by Denmark, “X-Cat” is produced by Italy, and “Mi-Mi” is manufactured by Thailand.
This brand positions all its lines as high-quality natural food, balanced in all respects, including fortification. These foods differ in cost: “Gina Elite” is considered the most expensive, then comes “Gina Denmark” in croquettes and pouches, then canned “Mi-Mi” and croquettes from “X-Cat”.

Important! When choosing cat food, be guided by the following rule: the more expensive the line, the higher its quality and the better the effect on the cat’s health.

Kinds

If we start with a more “modest” line, then the super premium Gina is available in the form of dry and wet food.

Canned food is produced exclusively in pouches weighing 85 g. The recipe for Gina's wet food is universal - it is suitable for any cat. The choice is not very large: chicken, sardines, beef and vegetables combined with tuna. In addition, a mono-protein food is produced - tuna in a thick sauce.

Complete nutrition in the form of a dry menu takes into account some features of not only cats, but also kittens, namely:

Cat Recipe takes into account the need for enhanced nutrition for hyperactive cats. In addition, Gina recommends this food for show regulars;
Cat 30. The balance of this complete menu takes into account the needs of cats that have normal levels of mobility;
Kitten 33. Packages weighing from 1 to 18 kg are intended for kittens. The level of proteins and the balance of all nutrients is designed for the increased needs of their body. Suitable, including for cats during pregnancy and lactation.

The line of holistic specialists is more diverse. The packaging of Gina Elite is slightly different from Gina's dry food: they are available in bags from 400 g to 18 kg. There is a menu for cats to choose from:

Sensitive, taking into account the characteristics of sensitive digestion;
Hairball Control, which prevents the accumulation of hairballs in the stomach;
Active Grain Free, which excludes grains from the diet;
Sterilized, intended by the developers of Gina Elite for neutered cats;
The food is able to satisfy the needs of kittens, as well as cats with pregnancy or lactation;
Complete, Adult – this marking on Gina Elite food means that it is suitable for adult active cats.

Assortment and features of Gina feed

The manufacturer offers “Gina” and “Gina Elite” food in the form of dry and wet diets.

Dry food "Gina"

Dry food "Gina" is crickets with a diameter of up to 1 cm. They are sold in dense bags weighing 1, 3 and 7.5 kg, as well as in bags of 18 kg. The cost of a kilogram package varies from 366 to 422 rubles. Crickets are produced in chicken, lamb and rabbit flavours. Now the manufacturer offers 4 main lines of this food:

Kitten 33 (“Kitten 33”) is suitable for kittens up to 1 year old, pregnant and lactating females;
Cat 33 (“Cat 33”) is suitable for cats leading an active life (for example, living in a private house with access to the outdoors or participating in exhibitions/championships);
Cat 30 is a complete chicken-flavored dry food for cats with normal activity levels;
Cat Rabbit&Rice is the lowest fat food for adult cats.

Gina food can be produced not only in bags or bags. The weight of the package may also vary. For example, previously complete food was also produced in plastic buckets. This package weighed 15 kg. The packaging material may also change: thick or foil paper, film or plastic.

Photo gallery: dry food "Gina"

The main ingredients of the feed are easily digestible products of animal origin - high-quality chicken, lamb, rabbit meat

The presence of fish oil and sunflower oil creates the necessary ratio of polyunsaturated fatty acids Omega-3 and Omega-6

Probiotic cultures (lactobacteria) and prebiotics in Gina feed normalize intestinal function and improve the absorption of nutrients

Even among the 4 types of Gina food, you can choose the appropriate complete food option for almost any cat

Table: composition of dry food "Gina"

Name	Main cast	Amino acids	Vitamins and minerals	Guaranteed performance	Energy value (in 1 kg)
Kitten 33	Ingredients: chicken and lamb meat; rice, cereals, beets; sea fish fillet; animal fats; egg, brewer's yeast; probiotics (Lactobacillus).	Content: methionine; lecithin; taurine; tryptophan; Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids.	Content: vitamin A; vitamins B1, B6, B12; vitamins D3 and E; vitamins K and C; biotin (H); vitamin PP; calcium; magnesium; phosphorus; zinc; iron; copper; sodium.	Compound: protein - 33%; fat - 21%, fiber - 1.5%; moisture - 9%, ash - 7.5%; taurine - 0.2%, magnesium - 0.09%; calcium - 1.5%, phosphorus - 1.1%.	4120 kcal
Cat 33				Compound: protein - 33%, fat - 21%; fiber - 3%, moisture - 9%; ash - 7.5%, calcium - 1.4%; phosphorus - 1.1%, magnesium - 0.09%; taurine - 0.2%.	4050 kcal
Cat 30	Ingredients: chicken's meat; rice, cereals, beets; sea fish fillet; animal fats; probiotics (Lactobacillus).			Compound: protein - 30%, fat - 15%, fiber - 1.5%, moisture - 9%; ash - 6%, calcium - 1.10%; phosphorus - 0.90%, magnesium - 0.09%, taurine - 0.12%.	3880 kcal
Cat Rabbit&Rice	Ingredients: chicken and rabbit meat; rice, cereals, beets; fats and probiotics (Lactobacillus); fructooligosaccharides.			Compound: protein - 30%, fat - 12%; fiber - 2.5%, moisture - 9%; ash - 6%, calcium - 1.0%; phosphorus - 0.70%, magnesium - 0.08%, taurine - 0.12%.	3700 kcal

Dry food "Gina Elite"

Gina Elit crickets are distinguished by their high meat and fish content. They are produced in packages of 400 g, 1, 3, 8 and 15 kg. Suggested flavors: chicken, duck, turkey, salmon. The price for 1 kg of feed is from 510 rubles. The following lines of elite “drying” are currently produced:

Adult Cat Duck & Rice is a dry food with duck and rice flavor for adult, moderately active cats;
Grain Free Adult Cat Salmon (“Grain Free Adult Cat Salmon”) is a salmon-flavored “dry” for adults;
Adult Cat Chicken & Rice is a dietary food with chicken and rice flavor for adult cats;
Adult Cat Sterilized (“Adult Cat Sterilized”) is intended for sterilized and neutered individuals (allows weight control);
Cat Sensitive is a complete dry food suitable for feeding cats prone to problems with the digestive system;
Kitten (“Kitten”) is a “children’s” version of a complete food (allows you to control the microflora of the gastrointestinal tract, contains components beneficial for the cardiovascular system and vision).

Photo gallery: dry food "Gina Elite"

The specially developed formula does not contain beef, pork, wheat, eggs, dairy or soy, making this food a hypoallergenic diet.

Two types of fiber, soluble and insoluble, and prebiotics MOS and FOS ensure stable intestinal function and stimulate the vital activity of beneficial microflora

Glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM complex and Omega-3 fatty acids in Sterilized provide joint protection, while taurine supports heart muscle function and visual acuity

A specially developed food formula normalizes the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, maintains the balance of beneficial microflora thanks to the prebiotics and probiotic cultures included in the composition.

Grain-free formula Contains a high percentage of animal protein, the source of which is salmon fillet, rich in amino acids, Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, vitamins and minerals

The texture and shape of the crunchy granules in Gina baby food promotes oral health

Table: composition of dry food "Gina Elite"

Name	Main cast	Vitamins and minerals	Guaranteed performance	Energy value
Duck & Rice	Ingredients: duck meat (31%); white and brown rice; animal fats; vegetables, broth; chicory, cranberry, yucca.	Content: vitamin A; vitamin B; vitamin D; vitamin E; folic acid; sodium selenite; calcium pantothenate; biotin; vitamin K; manganese oxide; potassium chloride; calcium iodate, etc.	Content: protein - 30%, fat - 18%; fiber - 1.5%; moisture - 7.5%, ash - 8%; calcium - 1.6%, phosphorus - 1.1%; amino acids - 3.8%.	3810 kcal/kg
Grain Free Adult Cat Salmon	Ingredients: salmon 60%, sweet potato (30%); sunflower oil; vegetables, yeast; olive oil, peas; asparagus.		Content: protein - 32%, fat - 15.5%; fiber - 2.5%; moisture - 7%; ash - 7.5%; calcium - 1.5%, phosphorus - 1%; amino acids - 3.41%.	3680 kcal/kg
Chicken & Rice	Ingredients: chicken (38%) and fish; rice, corn, fats; hydrolysates, beets; egg powder, yeast; cellulose, taurine; methionine, MOS, FOS.		Content: protein - 30%, fat - 18%; fiber - 2%; moisture - 7%; ash - 7.5%; calcium - 1.8%, phosphorus - 1.1%, amino acids - 4.32%.	3800 kcal/kg
Sterilized	Ingredients: poultry (27%) and salmon; cereals, hydrolysates, fats; beets and glucosamine; powdered eggs, alfalfa; yeast, flax; chondroitin sulfate, MSM.		Content: protein - 32%, fat - 15%; fiber - 2.5%; moisture - 7%; ash - 6.5%; calcium - 1.1%, phosphorus - 0.9%; amino acids - 3.7%.	3650 kcal/kg
Sensitive	Ingredients: turkey meat (32%); white and brown rice; animal fats, broth; vegetables, chicory, cranberries, yucca.		Content: protein - 30%, fat - 20%; fiber - 1.5%; moisture - 7.5%, ash - 8%; calcium - 1.6%, phosphorus - 0.9%; amino acids - 3.8%.	3880 kcal/kg
Kitten (UK)	Ingredients: poultry meat (18%); white fish fillet (10%); cereals, fats, hydrolysates; beets, egg powder; flax seeds, yeast.		Content: protein - 30%, fat - 18%; fiber - 2%; moisture - 7%; ash - 7.5%; calcium - 1.8%; phosphorus - 1.1%; amino acids - 4.32%.	3950 kcal/kg

Wet food "Gina"

Gina canned food is a wet food whose main ingredient is tuna. The flavor options for this food are a combination of tuna with other ingredients (chicken, sardines, beef, vegetables and squid). Pouches with a volume of 85 g are sold at a price of 50 rubles per bag.

The veterinarian explained to me that even the highest quality wet food cannot be used as the main diet. The calorie content of canned food is almost 10 times lower than that of “drying”. It is also not recommended to mix Gina wet food with other brands of crickets. The ideal option is a combination of canned food and crickets of the same brand. And from my own experience, I know that you need to be especially careful with wet food. Opened jars and pouches cannot be stored for more than a day, even in the refrigerator.

Wet food "Gina" is different combinations of tuna in sauce or jelly

Table: composition of Gina wet food

Type of feed	Main cast	The nutritional value	Calories (100 g)
Chicken with tuna	Ingredients: chicken fillet - 42%; tuna fillet - 4.5%; gelatin - 1.2%; broth - 52.3%.	The nutritional value: protein - 13%; fat - 0.5%, ash - 2%; fiber - 0.1%; humidity - 85%.	49 kcal
Tuna with sardines	Ingredients: tuna fillet - 50%; sardines - 4.5%; gelatin - 1.2%; broth - 44.3%.	The nutritional value: protein - 14%; fat - 1.5%, ash - 2%; fiber - 0.1%, moisture - 82%.	61 kcal
Tuna with beef	Ingredients: tuna fillet - 50%; beef fillet - 4.5%; gelatin - 1.2%; broth - 44.3%.	The nutritional value: protein - 14%; fat - 1%, ash - 2%; fiber - 0.1%; humidity - 82%.	57 kcal
Tuna in thick sauce	Ingredients: tuna fillet - 43.5%; tuna pate - 11.4%; gelatin - 1.2%; broth - 43.9%.	The nutritional value: protein - 13%; fat - 1%, ash - 2%; fiber - 0.1%; humidity - 82%.	54 kcal
Tuna with vegetables	Ingredients: tuna fillet - 49.2%; carrots - 3.4%, cereals - 2.3%; gelatin - 1.2%, broth - 43.9%.	The nutritional value: protein - 12%; fat - 0.8%, ash - 2%; fiber - 0.2%; humidity - 84%.	48 kcal
Tuna with squid	Ingredients: tuna fillet - 50.4%; squid - 4.5%; gelatin - 1.2%; broth - 43.9%.	The nutritional value: protein - 12%; fat - 1%, ash - 3%; fiber - 0.1%; humidity - 83.9%.	51 kcal

Veterinary ruler

“Gina” does not have a separate veterinary diet. Some cat owners choose this brand of food along with another diet. However, for this you need to consult a veterinarian. For example, a sterilized cat can be given low-calorie food Gina Elit, and if the animal has some kind of disease, it may require medications.

Does the brand have cat treats?

Cat owners can choose Gina canned food as a treat. In this case, you can take into account the pet’s taste preferences and its physiological characteristics.

Compound

Gin’s positioning in the super premium segment speaks volumes: the composition excludes the presence of artificial colors, preservatives or flavors.

Wet food contains from 46.5% to 55% meat declared on the package.

Dry diets under the same brand have digital markings that determine the specific gravity of proteins in the analytical composition. Simply put, Gina Cat 30 is supposed to contain at least 30% protein. The food contains supplements of vitamins and mineral compounds essential for cats.

The composition of holistic formulas takes into account the individual characteristics of cats. Gina Elite states that raw materials for cat food undergo maximum quality control in its own laboratories. All products are at a level suitable for human consumption. The Gin Elite recipe uses only natural ingredients with a high protein content.

Actually, the analytical composition of Gina Elite using Complete as an example: proteins 32%, fats 12%, vegetable fiber 4%, and ash content - 6.5%. The holistic level will ensure 100% absorption by the body.

Gina Elite food

Unlike the Gina reviewed, Gina Elite food belongs to the holistic category - nutrition for animals of the highest class. It produces only in the form of dry rations in several forms:

for adult cats with duck and rice;
for adult cats with salmon, grain-free formula;
for adult cats with chicken and rice;
for sterilized cats;
for cats with sensitive digestion;
for kittens.

Photo gallery: Gina Elite food range

Gina Elite with chicken and rice - a diet for adult pets of all breeds Food with salmon is intended for cats prone to allergies, as it does not contain grain components Gina Elite with duck and rice is also universal and suitable for all adult cats Gina Elite for sterilized cats is low in calories. In Gina Elite food for cats with sensitive digestion, the main source of protein is turkey. Gina Elite for kittens has a high protein content and high calorie content.

The products of the line are packaged in packages of 1, 3 and 15 kg. There are no medicinal or wet food under this name.

The holistic category explains the significant differences in composition compared to Gina diets. Let's look at the components of a diet for adult cats with duck and rice:

Duck meat (31%) is the only meat component in the composition that provides the bulk of the protein. Considering that the guaranteed analysis contains 30% protein, most likely this means dehydrated meat.
In the food, duck meat is in first place as the main source of protein.
White and brown rice are sources of carbohydrates and a small amount of vegetable protein.
Poultry fat - this component is not specified, which allows one to doubt its quality. Salmon oil is also a source of fat. Total crude fat content: 18%.
Potatoes are a source of complex carbohydrates and fiber, but they have little benefit, especially in large quantities.
Chicken broth is an ingredient that adds flavor and appeal to your cat's food.
Carrots and tomatoes are sources of fiber, and cranberries are a valuable source of ascorbic acid.
Chicory root extract is a natural antioxidant.
Yucca Schidigera extract - extract from the plant helps reduce the intensity of the unpleasant odor in animal feces.
Vitamin and mineral supplements.

The total energy value of this food is 3810 kcal per kg of product, but the consumption rate is lower than that of the super premium food from the same company - 50 grams for a cat weighing 4 kg.

Table: comparative composition of Gina Elite feed

Name of food	Compound	The nutritional value
Grain-free food with salmon	fish ingredient - 60% salmon, most likely this means the whole fish, since there is no specification; sweet and regular potatoes; carrot; asparagus; peas; vegetable fats - sunflower and olive oils; Brewer's yeast.	protein - 32%; fat - 15.5%; calorie content - 3680 kcal per kg.
Food for adult pets with chicken and rice	poultry meat - 38%; egg powder; white fish; rice; corn; fish and chicken fats (again not specified); beet pulp; Brewer's yeast; synthesized taurine (which means that animal protein from the used products is still not enough).	protein - 30%; fat - 18%; calorie content - 3800 kcal/kg.
Food for sterilized cats	poultry meat; salmon fillets; egg powder; rice; corn; Wheat flour; fish and chicken fats; fish broth; beet pulp; Brewer's yeast; flax seeds; alfalfa.	protein - 32%; fat - 15%; calorie content - 3650 kcal/kg.
Food for cats with sensitive gut	turkey - meat of this bird (32%), fat and broth; white and brown rice; fish fat; potato; carrot; tomatoes; chicory; cranberry; Yucca extract.	protein - 30%; fat - 20%; calorie content - 3880 kcal/kg.
Kitten food	poultry meat (18%); white fish (10%); egg powder; rice; corn; fish and chicken hydrolysates (feed products obtained by deep hydrolysis) and fats; beet pulp; flax seeds; Brewer's yeast.	protein - 33%; fat 20%; calorie content - 3950 kcal/kg.

Pros and cons of food

Despite the high declared class of food, not everything is so smooth:

Some foods contain corn, wheat and potatoes, which can cause allergies and are not particularly healthy for cats. Carnilove products, which also apply to holistic products, do not contain a single such ingredient.
The list of ingredients is not replete with variety; some use only one vegetable or one meat component. This, for example, cannot be said about Acana “Wild Prairie” food - it contains several types of meat (chicken, turkey, high-quality chicken and turkey giblets, herring, trout), eggs, and various carbohydrate sources (green and yellow peas, lentils, chickpeas, beans).

This product also has significant advantages:

the main sources of protein are fish and meat ingredients, as it should be in holistic food;
the line has a grain-free composition;
there are specialized offers for certain categories of animals;
the food has a relatively low cost - the price of 1 kg of Gina Elite is 550–850 rubles, while for the same volume of Akana you will have to pay about 1000 rubles, and for Go! – 900 rubles.
Gina Elite food is inexpensive compared to other holistic products

Advantages and disadvantages

Feeds of this level often have the same disadvantages:

they are not widely available;
high price.

By purchasing Gina and Gina Elite, you can be absolutely sure that your cat is provided with the best nutrition, because:

the product meets the declared quality;
the composition is maximally adapted to the needs of the pet;
A large selection of not only dry, but also wet food guarantees satisfaction of the whims of any gourmet.

Gina Elite food for cats - reviews

Review of Gina Elite food for cats, writes Elena. We got the cat by accident - we came across him in the entrance, and he was so tiny and cute, so we took him. I decided that I would feed him good food - I read several articles on this topic on the Internet and chose ProNature food. However, after a year of feeding, the cat obviously got bored with it, because he no longer ate so willingly and did not finish eating often. When the next package ran out I decided to try another food.

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At the pet store, the seller said that they had just introduced a new product - Gina Elite holistic food. Canadian production, inexpensive, food for sterilized cats. I bought a kilogram package to try, my cat liked it, and I liked it when I read the ingredients of Gina’s cat food! The food granules are of medium size, the cat chews them without any problems. I also liked the fact that the daily intake is less than the previous food. Definitely recommend!

Review of Gina Elite food for cats, writes Antonina. I have a British cat, I have been feeding her Gina Elite food for a long time and I am completely satisfied with the quality of this product. The cat looks great, the coat is shiny, there are no health problems. I chose this particular food because of its good composition and reasonable price (most analogues have a higher price). If you are looking for high-quality and not too expensive cat food, I recommend trying this one.

Maria writes a review about Gina Denmark cat food. I have been feeding my cat this brand of food for three months now. Before this, we had already tried Hills and Royal Canin food, but due to digestive problems we were forced to give them up. It became clear that my cat needed something of better quality. I don’t know why Gina tried it, she just chose at random one of the most expensive ones in the store. Fortunately, he came up and the cat’s stool became normal. I’m not going to change the menu yet, because the cat looks healthy and happy!