The beauty, health and good mood of our four-legged friends are the best reward for us, their owners. After all, it’s not in vain that we spend so much time, effort and love so that our pets delight us with their spontaneity and magnetism. Beautiful toys, comfortable clothes, fashionable leashes... all this, too, is important and interesting. However, the main thing is nutrition!
A modern domestic cat should always be fed and happy!
How to choose what's right for your pet? And how much does it cost?
We bring you an updated review of the best cat foods for 2022 from the world's most famous and most trusted brands.
- Innova EVO (Innova EVO), USA - holistic
- Acana (Akana), Canada - holistic
- Almo Nature (Almo Nature), Italy - super premium
- Eagle Pack (Eagle Pack), USA - holistic
- 1st Choice Indoor (Fest Choice), Canada - super premium
- Now Natural Holistic (Nau Natural Holistic), Canada - super premium
- Orijen Cat, Canada - holistic
- Frank´s Pro Gold (Franks Pro Gold), Holland - super-premium
- Arden Grange (Arden Grange), England - super premium
- NERO GOLD (Nero Gold), Holland - super-premium
- Eukanuba (Eukanuba), Canada - premium
- Hills (Hills), USA, Netherlands - premium
- Bozita (Bozita), Sweden - premium
- Purina Pro Plan (purina Proplan), France - premium
- Royal Canin (Royal Canin), France - premium
Innova EVO (Innova EVO), USA - holistic
American-made Innova EVO cat food can be called one of the best in the world. The prefix “holistic” means that this food uses food ingredients that can also be used in human products.
Advantages:
- - excellent quality and recommendations from veterinarians
- – presence of raw dietary proteins (meat)
- - presence of probiotics that improve digestion
- - no preservatives or dyes
- - hypoallergenic
- - increasing the life expectancy of the animal
- – high energy value
- - Helps prevent urolithiasis
Flaws:
- - more expensive than most other feeds
- - difficult to purchase in a store, you need to search on the Internet (but in 2022, this food (especially dry) has become more popular in Russia)
The cost in online stores ranges from 23 to 35 dollars for a package of 12 cans. Can weight – 375 grams.
Dry food:
- 400 g - from 250 rub.
- 1.5 kg - 870 rub.
- 4 kg - 1960 rub.
What is the rating based on?
For ease of ranking, wet food is divided into categories - classes, the most affordable of which are economy and premium. The food is much more expensive - super-premium, and the most refined - holistic.
The latter are recognized by veterinarians as the most suitable in terms of balance and nutritional value for feeding cats; food in the economy and premium categories is inferior in price and quality, but their advertising is shown daily on TV, which increases consumer demand.
Veterinarian advice! It is recommended to focus on who is indicated in the manufacturer's column on the food packaging. The fact is that many brands are manufactured in Russia, so it is not always worth believing in the declared “French” quality.
The basis for the rating of wet cat food is the following parameters: quality characteristics of the product, balanced composition and purchasing activity.
The significance of each of the parameters in compiling the rating in descending order (the first positions have more weight):
- Product quality: what raw materials the manufacturer uses - freshly prepared meat and offal or meat and bone meal; balance of carbohydrates, fats and proteins, the presence of dyes, preservatives and flavors.
- Breadth of the line: does the brand have breed, dietary, medicinal food, food for kittens.
- Cost: a significant parameter when purchasing food. Does the price of the feed correspond to its composition?
- The opinions of veterinarians and reviews of owners make the final contribution.
All of the following brands are present on the Russian feed market and can be purchased in pet stores or online stores.
Acana (Akana), Canada - holistic
Any of the Acana cat foods contains several meats and at least three protein sources:
- fresh fish,
- whole eggs,
- meat from chickens that were raised on a “free range”.
This food is rich in essential acids such as EPA and DHA, Omega 3, vitamin B12, selenium and other beneficial substances. Acana food contains a minimum of carbohydrates.
Acana food is perfectly balanced and helps cats reach their full potential and achieve excellent health, despite their age and breed characteristics.
Advantages:
- - increased concentration of natural proteins
- – minimal content of simple sugars and “empty” calories
- - presence of a variety of herbal ingredients
- - no preservatives or dyes
Flaws:
- — lack of a line of food for specialized corrective and therapeutic nutrition (at the time of publication of this review)
Cost: from 360 to 4900 rubles depending on the weight of the package.
Read more about Akana food in our article: Akana food, composition, cost, reviews from veterinarians and cat owners.
The best cat foods in the category: holistic
There can be nothing better for your beloved pet than dry food from the Holistic series. These are new generation products that are created by professionals for professionals. The composition of this food is as natural as possible, it contains no preservatives and is as digestible as possible for the animal. In the line of companies producing holistic food, there is an offer for every taste, but not for every budget - such products are very expensive, because they require not only high-quality raw materials, but also special production technology.
Innova Cat and Kitten
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Average price in the Russian Federation : from 1200 rubles. for 2.7 kg
Why in the rating : this food’s composition is almost perfectly balanced, rich in all necessary substances, and even the protein in it is of animal origin. Thanks to the maximum nutritional value, a cat only needs a small portion to fill up. There are no ingredients in food of this level that could harm the animal.
Disadvantages : Innova Cat and Kitten is one of the most expensive foods and in Russia you can only get it on the Internet. It should be remembered that it contains quite a lot of protein, and therefore it should not be given to castrated animals.
Rating : 10 out of 10
From reviews of cat food Innova Cat and Kitten : “Food with a protein content of about 30% is suitable for extremely healthy and active cats, but will not be very good for neutered animals.”
Acana
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Average price in the Russian Federation : from 1000 rubles. for 2.27 kg
Why in the rating : this food consists of 80% natural high-quality meat ingredients, in addition, it is additionally rich in lactobacilli and probiotics necessary for animals. But, fortunately, there are no grain crops in it at all. In Russia you can buy both on the Internet and in some veterinary pharmacies.
Disadvantages : Acana's line of food is quite limited, divided by age, and therefore it cannot offer anything for cats with special needs or patients.
Rating : 9 out of 10
From reviews of Acana : “If the animal is healthy and reacts normally to protein, then there will be no problems with nutrition.”
N&D Natural and Delicious
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Average price in the Russian Federation : from 860 rubles. for 1.5 kg
Why in the rating : the food has a very well balanced composition, which contains a maximum of meat ingredients, in addition, it also includes all the substances and vitamins that cats need.
Disadvantages : A couple of herbal ingredients are questionable. It can be difficult to buy in veterinary pharmacies, but the food is sold online in a full range.
Rating : 8 out of 10
From reviews N&D cat food : “Cats do not immediately get used to the taste of the food and are picky at first - it does not contain the usual taste enhancers and flavorings.”
Almo Nature (Almo Nature), Italy - super premium
Almo Nature dry and wet food contains completely natural ingredients (up to 99% fish or meat in whole pieces). During the manufacturing process, these products are checked three times for quality and undergo minimal processing. As a result, the food is harmonious in composition, nutritious, and has excellent biological value. It preserves the natural smell of products and maximum beneficial properties. The entire line of food contains no GMOs, flavors, preservatives, or antibiotics.
Advantages:
- - natural ingredients
- — no chemical impurities
- – a wide range of canned and dry food
- — convenient classification of feed is made using colored stickers
- - relatively low cost
Flaws:
- - dry food is of lower quality than “wet”
Cost: canned food (wet food):
- from 70 RUR – 0.07 kg jar
- from 150 rubles - can from 0.14 kg.
Dry food costs in 2022:
- from 860 rub. - per bag of 2 kg.
- from 4430 rub. for 12 kg.
What foods should and should not be given to cats?
Cat food from all categories differs in composition, safety and benefits for the animal, but the difference is especially noticeable for the premium and super-premium classes. To find the best diet for your pet, carefully read the ingredients. This applies to both dry and wet food. They can be given to cats alternately, combined with natural food (good quality meat mixture), but not mixed in one meal. It is recommended to combine “natural” food with one thing - dry or wet food.
To be sure of the good quality of the chosen diet, pay attention to:
- animal protein - it is desirable that it be at least 20-22% (and preferably 35%), and it should consist of fresh or dehydrated meat and poultry;
- offal - it should be heart or liver of good quality (up to 10% of the total volume), and a non-detailed composition should alert you;
- sources of carbohydrates - a lot of wheat, corn and soy in food can cause allergies in a cat, and in the best diets their volume is reduced or replaced with rice, barley, oats, legumes and potatoes;
- vegetables, fruits and herbs - it is desirable that they be included, but not more than 25% of the volume;
- type of preservatives in the food - they must be natural (tocopherol, rosemary extract), and not synthesized;
- energy value of food - for example, for active cats and growing kittens, the calorie content should be above 400-420 kcal, for sterilized animals that easily gain excess weight, below 365 kcal;
- digestibility - it determines how well the cat will eat the food, and it is desirable that the figure exceeds 70%.
It is important that the food contains the vitamins, microelements and amino acids that cats need. These are vitamin B, E and unsaturated acids omega 3 and 6, for good wool quality, taurine, which improves the functioning of the heart and other internal organs, calcium for strengthening bones and other nutrients.
Cat food should not contain synthetic antioxidants (these are additives E320 and E321), polypropylene glycol, cellulose and other sweeteners, artificial colors such as E127. The best diets do not contain appetite stimulants; they are replaced by natural flavoring additives - animal protein hydrolysates. The food must be free of pathogens, toxic substances and GMOs.
Now we will give examples of diets with good quality and ratio of components - dry and wet foods, food for cats from one year old and kittens.
Golden Eagle or Eagle Pack (Eagle Pack), USA - holistic
Eagle Pack (or Golden Eagle) cat food is a premium product available on the market in three varieties: Kitten Formula (for nursing cats and kittens), Adult Cat (with salmon and chicken for feeding regular cats), and Sensitive (hypoallergenic). . These types of food are excellent for feeding your cat, as they are perfectly balanced in terms of the level of beneficial microorganisms and natural bacteria found in them.
Advantages:
- — optimal composition of ingredients that does not require adjustment with vitamin supplements
- - presence of natural animal proteins
- – balanced amount of digestive probiotics
- — content of branded vitamins Lactohealth™, MicroHealth™, BioHealth™
Flaws:
- - higher average price position compared to some other foods in this class
- — narrow assortment (in 2022 the assortment will remain unchanged)
- — produced only in dry form (at the time of publication of this feed review)
Price:
- 0.4 kg - 447 rub.
- 2 kg - 1326 rub.
- 4 kg - 2570 rub.
1st Choice Indoor (Fest Choice), Canada - super premium
1st Choice Indoor is a dry cat food produced by the Canadian company PLB International. A wide range of these products is designed for animals with different needs: regular domestic, sterilized, picky, overactive, etc.
The company's specialists have developed a balanced composition of ingredients included in this food, which is ideal for cats at different stages of their life and corresponds to their current physical condition.
Advantages:
- - wide range of products
- - excellent nutritional value and great taste
- – high content of animal proteins
- - presence of rice - one of the best sources of carbohydrates
- - presence of probiotics and prebiotics
- - optimal concentration of vitamins
- - balanced antioxidant formula
- - ability to reduce odors of urine and feces
Flaws:
- — lack of a line of wet food (at the time of publication of the review)
Cost: from 280 to 5300 rubles depending on the weight of the package.
Now Natural Holistic (Nau Natural Holistic), Canada - super premium
Now Natural Holistic is a completely grain-free super-premium food for cats, which contains boneless fresh meat, fruits and vegetables and is free of by-products and hormonal drugs. The list of ingredients in these foods is extremely wide: fresh duck, turkey, salmon, rapeseed or coconut oil, spinach, cranberries, peas, blackberries, pumpkin pulp, alfalfa, carrots, lentils, brown algae. The feeling of freshness of the product is the main distinguishing feature of these feeds.
Advantages:
- - no animal fats
- – absence of low-quality proteins
- - no BHT and BHA toxins
- — optimal content of high-quality proteins
- — presence of a balanced vitamin formula
- - great taste
Flaws:
- — lack of a line of wet food
- - higher average price position compared to some other foods in this class
Cost: from 260 to 4500 rubles depending on the weight of the package.
Orijen Cat, Canada – holistic
Orijen Cat is a premium freeze-dried food for cats, consisting entirely of natural ingredients, there are no preservatives in its composition, and its taste and natural value are at the highest level. The meat content in these feeds is at least 70%, and the remaining ingredients are herbs, fruits and vegetables. The optimal combination of all useful substances makes this food one of the best in the world.
Advantages:
- - made exclusively from high quality natural products
- — maximum permissible meat content
- - balanced herbal vitamin formula
- — presence of Omega-3 – acids of marine origin, beneficial for coat and skin
- - antioxidant properties
- - excellent taste
- - prevalence in retail chains
Flaws:
- - relatively high cost compared to other feeds of this level
Cost: from 320 to 12,000 rubles, depending on the weight of the packaging.
The best premium cat foods
When the question arises of which food to choose for a pet, most owners begin to look for ratings of the best options. Below is a similar list, the compilation of which took into account the quality, composition, cost, and presence of nutrients and minerals in the product.
The TOP of the best premium cat food includes the following brands:
Brit Premium
Premium cat food contains a high percentage of meat. Vitamins and Omega-3 acids promote hair growth, giving it shine. Boneless meat is a natural source of protein and protein that is easily absorbed by the animal's body. Fruits, herbs, cereals, vegetables affect the immune system, strengthen teeth, and support intestinal flora. Suitable for cats of different ages and breeds.
| Characteristics | Meaning |
| Type of diet | dry |
| Manufacturer country | Czech |
| Animal age | from 12 months |
Pros:
- convenient packaging;
- small granules;
- no pungent odor;
- easily digestible by animals;
- variety of tastes.
Minuses:
- there is no expiration date on the packaging;
- hard granules.
Review: “Quality food for good money. They advised me to buy food for the cat. The volume is enough for a month. He eats with pleasure, I think we will choose him. I didn’t find any shortcomings.”
Frank's Pro Gold
The best food in the premium segment. The presented line is suitable for a balanced diet for your pet. We have a huge range of food for different breeds, ages, and activity levels of animals. The manufacturer has produced products in several flavors: chicken, fish, turkey, lamb. There are no preservatives or harmful substances in the composition. The food has been tested by a European laboratory.
| Characteristics | Meaning |
| Type of diet | dry, wet |
| Manufacturer country | Holland |
| Animal age | 1-6 years |
Pros:
- variety of tastes;
- balanced;
- has vitamin supplements;
- high percentage of meat in the composition;
- big packaging.
Minuses:
- the composition does not indicate the types of cereals;
- has a pungent odor.
Review: “I switched to this type of food last year. Previously, I noticed an allergy in my cat, but as soon as I switched to this one, the irritation disappeared. We tried all the flavors and liked each one. I only buy this.”
Grandorf
The best premium cat food, which contains only natural and high-quality products. After treatment, beneficial bacteria do not die, but perform their functions. The hypoallergenic formula provides the perfect combination of proteins, fats and prebiotics. The balanced meat composition will satisfy the needs of even the most picky pet. Natural antioxidants stop cell aging and strengthen the immune system.
| Characteristics | Meaning |
| Type of diet | dry |
| Manufacturer country | Italy |
| Animal age | 4-7 years |
Pros:
- normalizes the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract;
- improves the condition of the coat;
- does not require additional vitamin complexes;
- natural composition;
- calorie formula.
Minuses:
- granule shape;
- small packaging.
Review: “Excellent food. It took a long time to choose, but the veterinarian convinced me, saying that the composition contained many vitamins and minerals. The cat liked the food, we give it in portions so that he does not overeat. She’s not sick, she looks great.”
Monge Natural Superpremium
The product is designed for cats of different ages and is able to provide a balanced and complete diet. The high protein content helps your pet stay active and in good physical condition. Vitamins B and C stimulate metabolic processes, and moderate amounts of fat promote weight loss. Natural ingredients and antioxidants support the immune system, promote the absorption of nutrients, and keep skin and coat in excellent condition.
| Characteristics | Meaning |
| Type of diet | dry, wet |
| Manufacturer country | Italy |
| Animal age | 1-8 years |
Pros:
- convenient packaging;
- well absorbed;
- stimulates appetite;
- nice smell;
- useful fortified composition.
Minuses:
- there is no lock on the package;
- small granule size.
Review: “Good premium segment food. We have been feeding it to our cat for 5 years. We noticed improvements in the coat, I started getting sick less, the product does not cause obesity. I'm happy with the choice."
Acana
The food is full of ingredients - turkey, chicken, fish. All of them are delivered fresh and retain their beneficial properties. Instead of potatoes, vegetables, fruits, and plants rich in nutrients are used. There are no preservatives or chemical additives in the composition. The manufacturer produces the product in several flavors - chicken, turkey, chicken eggs, perch. Low fat and high protein levels strengthen your pet's immune system.
| Characteristics | Meaning |
| Type of diet | dry, wet |
| Manufacturer country | Canada |
| Animal age | from 6 months |
Pros:
- natural ingredients;
- quality;
- helps improve digestion;
- fortified;
- does not cause allergies.
Minuses:
- specific smell;
- large granule size.
Review: “The food is balanced and nutritious. The cat is undergoing treatment and was advised to buy it. Easy to digest, no side effects. I think after treatment we will continue to buy it.”
Eukanuba
The food contains a high percentage of protein, it is completely balanced, made from high-quality products, and includes all the necessary nutrients. Animal proteins are the basis of any pet’s diet. The traditional recipe is distinguished by a special ratio of fatty acids, antioxidants, and fiber, which supports a healthy immune system, has a positive effect on hair growth, and strengthens teeth and bones.
| Characteristics | Meaning |
| Type of diet | dry, wet |
| Manufacturer country | Poland |
| Animal age | from 12 months |
Pros:
- nutritious;
- a large amount of meat;
- nice smell;
- does not cause allergies;
- improves the condition of hair and teeth.
Minuses:
- high consumption;
- sticky texture.
Review: “We tried a lot of premium foods. So far this is the only food the cat eats. Lots of flavors, nutritious, the cat is delighted. We chose him.”
GO! Skin+Coat
Complete food for cats of all ages. Enriched with nutrients, promotes activity and life expectancy of the pet. The composition includes natural proteins, fruits, vegetables, and cereals. Does not contain soy, preservatives or by-products. High-quality poultry meat will provide your cat with essential antioxidants, strengthen muscles, and maintain healthy skin and shiny coat. Available in different sizes and flavors.
| Characteristics | Meaning |
| Type of diet | dry |
| Manufacturer country | Canada |
| Animal age | from 1-6 years |
Pros:
- no adverse reactions observed;
- natural composition;
- limiting weight gain;
- convenient packaging;
- pleasant aroma.
Minuses:
- high price;
- may cause constipation.
Review: “This is a new food for us; we’ve been feeding our cat it for only a month. The smell is normal, the appearance is also normal, the main thing is that the cat likes it. I haven’t seen any cons yet.”
Royal Canin
A balanced and nutritious product made exclusively from natural ingredients, suitable for your pet. The manufacturer provides a wide range of flavors - chicken, lamb, fish. The food supports the cat's immune system in case of illness. Saturated with vitamins and fatty acids that affect the pet's coat, internal organs, teeth and bones. The line includes both wet and dry food.
| Characteristics | Meaning |
| Type of diet | dry |
| Manufacturer country | Canada |
| Animal age | from 6 months |
Pros:
- has medicinal properties;
- fresh and natural products;
- balanced and nutritious;
- moderate granule size;
- convenient packaging.
Minuses:
- quickly consumed;
- Strong smell.
Review: “On the advice of a veterinarian, we bought food to try. The cat eats with pleasure, the granules are easy to chew and are always fresh. The vitamin composition had a positive effect on the wool.”
Nero Gold
The brand produces a high quality product. Products of animal and fish origin undergo several stages of processing without losing their properties. The composition contains cereals, vitamins, minerals, Omega-3, -6, and contains a minimal amount of fat. Flavors available include fish, chicken, lamb, turkey and even venison. The colored stripe on the packaging indicates a specific type of food, depending on the animal’s age, weight, and activity level.
| Characteristics | Meaning |
| Type of diet | dry, wet |
| Manufacturer country | Holland |
| Animal age | 1-4 years |
Pros:
- good composition;
- high percentage of protein;
- nutritious;
- has a positive effect on the intestinal tract;
- nice smell.
Minuses:
- The zip latch on the package does not work;
- The composition does not indicate the percentage of cereals and vegetables.
Review: “We have been feeding our cat this type of food for about six months, and we noticed that he has gained weight. Perhaps they gave a lot, but they began to buy portioned packages. Pleasant smell, good composition, improved coat and claws. In principle, we are happy with the choice.”
Frank´s Pro Gold (Franks Pro Gold), Holland - super-premium
Frank´s Pro Gold is a perfectly balanced premium cat food that does not contain grains, GMOs or soy additives. A distinctive feature of these feeds is reasonable price and excellent quality. A wide range of these products allows you to choose the optimal diet for your pets, regardless of their age, physical condition and breed. Among the rich variety of tastes there are: fresh meat of lamb, rabbit, chicken, turkey, fish.
Advantages:
- - affordable price level and high quality
- — availability of a line of special dietary foods for diseases of the liver and heart, digestive system, kidney diseases, and urinary system
- - no gluten component
- — availability of preventive feeds to strengthen teeth and bones
- — special food for kittens and cats over 11 years old
Flaws:
- — average level of quality among premium feeds
Cost: from 1110 to 3400 rubles depending on the weight of the package.
Arden Grange (Arden Grange), England - super premium
Arden Grange is a super-premium cat food that is little known in our country, but quite popular in Europe, and has proven itself to be very good. The key to the success of this food is the ideal combination of natural ingredients such as meat, vegetables, rice, probiotics, mineral and vitamin complexes. Only grain-free food can be considered better than Arden Grange, however, such food is much more expensive and is not always suitable for the animal. Otherwise, this is healthy and nutritious food for your pet.
Advantages:
- - there are no attractants - substances with harmful chemical impurities that help the cat quickly become accustomed to a particular type of food (in fact, drugs)
- - well-balanced composition of ingredients
- — the highest quality components are used
- - favorable combination of price and quality
- - excellent taste
- - recommended for most cats
Flaws:
- - the presence of cellulose - a substance that sometimes acts as a laxative and in rare cases causes allergies
Cost: from 412 to 5500 rubles depending on the weight of the package.
NERO GOLD (Nero Gold), Holland - super-premium
NERO GOLD is a complex of high-quality dry and wet super-premium food for cats, which has a wide range of flavors: fish, turkey, chicken, lamb, cocktail meat and even venison. The NERO GOLD range of food is designed for both regular adult cats and nursing cats, kittens and elderly animals. It may contain rice, barley kernels, sweet potatoes, beet pulp, brewer's yeast, and other components rich in natural vitamins and beneficial for your pet.
Advantages:
- - hypoallergenic
- - only natural meat is used
- — balanced vitamin formula, the presence of all useful minerals
- - affordable price compared to other foods of the same class
Flaws:
- — the packaging does not indicate the percentage of meat
- - hard to find in stores (available online)
Cost: from 91 to 3500 rubles, depending on the type and weight of the package.
Features of the composition of super premium feed
The source of proteins is high quality meat and offal. Each package indicates their percentage.
Most brands do not contain corn gluten.
Sources of carbohydrates are most often rice and oats, less often potatoes and barley. These components are better absorbed and less allergenic than wheat and corn. Natural preservatives and antioxidants are used in production.
Also read the article about the composition of industrial cat food.
Eukanuba (Eukanuba), Canada - premium
Eukanuba is a premium dry food for cats, divided into two large groups: for daily feeding and medicinal (veterinary).
The presence of all the minerals and vitamins the animal needs, as well as their perfect balance, is a guarantee that your pet will be healthy and happy. The medicinal line of these foods implies the presence of special ingredients that are indicated for specific diseases.
Advantages:
- — high quality of used components
- - optimal granule size
- - high energy value allows the cat to eat a relatively small amount, which helps save
- - has a positive effect on the coat, which is important for animals participating in exhibitions
Flaws:
- - relatively high cost
- — low content of natural meat in food for adult cats (only 20%)
- - presence of vegetable fats
Cost: from 410 to 5700 rubles depending on the weight of the package.
Hills (Hills), USA, Netherlands - premium
Hills is a high-quality premium daily and medicinal food for cats, which has proven itself in many countries as a healthy and wholesome food for pets. It is important to note that regular Hills food is significantly inferior in quality to medicinal food, and therefore, after one or two weeks of feeding the animal with daily food, you should be tested and find out how well this food is absorbed by its body. But in general, the food meets all the quality requirements and the cats really like it.
Advantages:
- - relatively low cost
- - correct balance of magnesium, phosphorus, calcium
- - detailed indication of all ingredients on the packaging
- — a wide range of medicinal feeds
Flaws:
- - increased content of plant proteins
- - excessive concentration of carbohydrates
- - may cause allergies
- - sometimes enhances the smell of excrement
Cost: from 250 to 6000 rubles depending on the weight of the package.
Bozita (Bozita), Sweden - premium
Bozita is premium wet (pouch) and dry food for cats, which is ideal for daily feeding of the animal, supplies its body with the necessary energy, and also contains a maximum of vitamins and minerals for good health. You should know that Bozita food is recommended exclusively for healthy cats and is contraindicated for animals with chronic diseases.
Advantages:
- — all components are subject to state control, which guarantees the absence of harmful substances
- — in addition to fresh meat and fish, there is taurine, proteins, and natural minerals
- - no dyes
- - excellent taste and pleasant smell
- - wide range of products
- - affordable price
Flaws:
- – the presence of corn flour, which can sometimes cause diarrhea
- - insufficient number of preventive supplements
- - lack of medicinal feed
Cost: from 113 to 6100 rubles depending on the weight of the package.
Composition and features of the class
The first thing you need to understand is that there is no strict distribution of feed into classes. That’s why diets made from cheap ingredients are so often positioned as super-premium, and cheap diets outshine expensive advertised brands.
So just look at the composition.
It meets the following requirements:
- dehydrated (dry, dried, dehydrated) poultry, fish, beef – 20-40%;
- 2nd order by-products: trachea, lips, ears, udder, skin;
- cereals: often wheat, corn, less often rice, and 90% of crackers contain more grain than meat;
- vegetables - along with grains, form the basis of “premium” products; occasionally in this category there are grain-free diets based on vegetables;
- supplements – vitamins and minerals;
- digestibility is 75-80%, calorie content is 300-350 kcal per 100 g.
Vague wording is allowed in the composition: for example, the term “poultry meat” or “products of animal origin” without indicating which animals were slaughtered and which parts of the carcasses were included in production.
This presentation gives free rein to companies: they can add beaks, hooves, skins and other unappetizing products to the granules. Of course, these ingredients are not the best, but that is the nature of premium products. And to expect that dry meat at 300 rubles per kilogram will only contain fresh meat is stupid.
Another unpleasant feature of “premiums”: the inclusion of artificial additives – the notorious E-shek – is allowed. They are needed so that the granules can be stored for a long time. And “chemistry” is cheaper than natural preservatives. But in this category of drying there are no dyes or flavor enhancers.
Manufacturers produce specialized lines: for puppies, pregnant women, the elderly, allergy sufferers, small and medium-sized dogs, large breed dogs, etc. However, the division is more arbitrary: rarely does any premium truly take into account the individual needs of animals.
And yet premiums remain the most popular and affordable. On average, they cost 250-400 rubles per kilogram, are sold in every pet store and are suitable for most animals. If you have a limited budget, feel free to choose a brand of this class.
Purina Pro Plan (purina Proplan), France - premium
Purina Pro Plan is a line of premium wet and dry food for cats, in the development of which veterinarians and nutritionists take an active part. In all Purina products, beneficial microelements and vitamins are optimally concentrated, and there is also a balance of natural food components, which has a positive effect on the functioning of the animal’s immune and digestive systems. Your pets' coat and skin will always shine with health. The variety of flavors of Purina food will not leave your cat indifferent.
Advantages:
- — high-quality raw components
- – reduces the formation of tartar by 40%
- — the presence of special additives for the prevention of genitourinary diseases
- - a wide range of
- - optimal balance of minerals and vitamins
- — availability of medicinal feed
Flaws:
- – the content of vegetable fats is exceeded
- - Strong smell
Cost: from 260 to 4750 rubles depending on the weight of the package.
For a more detailed review of Purina Proplan food with reviews from owners and veterinarians, read our article.
Wet canned food for adult cats
Brit Premium with chicken and turkey
Pauchi, distinguished by good quality meat, is dietary chicken and turkey. The food contains no grains or dangerous chemical additives, and modern raw material processing technology preserves beneficial substances in the ingredients. Therefore, the diet is well digestible, satiates for a long time, and animals like its natural aroma and taste. Pouches can be given daily and combined with dry food from the Premium line.
Pros:
- cat food contains inulin (a prebiotic that improves digestion), so it is suitable for animals with a sensitive gastrointestinal tract;
- thanks to vitamins and microelements, spiders strengthen teeth and claw tissue;
- no allergenic food additives and GMOs.
Minuses:
- Cat food contains chicken - may cause allergies;
- in the total volume of protein there is a large percentage of by-products.
Animonda Carny Adult
This cat food has excellent animal protein levels. This is dietary hypoallergenic beef and beef by-products. There are no grains in the food, they are replaced by potatoes. Thanks to the presence of vitamin D3, phosphorus and other beneficial nutrients, the diet helps strengthen the musculoskeletal system of cats and reduce the occurrence of bone diseases.
Pros:
- good quality and detail of offal - heart, liver, kidneys, lung;
- contains food coloring safe for cats - calcium carbonate;
- can be used as a complete feed;
- The food contains no gluten, preservatives or sugar.
Minuses:
- not recommended for pregnant or lactating cats;
- contains by-products of plant origin - not all cats digest them well.
Sheba Pleasure with chicken and turkey
Thanks to the good quality of the ingredients, vacuum spiders from the economy category are safe and suitable for both adult cats and kittens over the age of one month. In terms of composition, the product is even classified as premium. The food contains no dangerous preservatives or flavorings, it is affordable and the animals like it.
The Sheba Pleasure series produces spiders with different flavors. One of the most successful ones is with chicken and turkey. The food contains no soy or grains; it uses fresh, steamed meat. Cassava and tapioca flour are sources of healthy fiber.
Pros:
- taurine in the food improves vision and promotes proper functioning of the heart and intestines;
- high saturation of feed - meat is processed using a special technology, maintaining nutritional value;
- improves the quality of coat and skin thanks to vitamins and valuable Omega fatty acids.
Minuses:
- should not be given to sick, weakened, sterilized animals and cats with pancreatic diseases;
- there are a lot of by-products in the protein volume;
- Not all cats like the smell of food.
Purina Pro Plan Delicate – turkey and lamb in gravy
Canned food for cats with sensitive digestion can be given daily or as an addition to the menu. Based on the balance of the composition, they can be classified as premium. The Delicate series wet food contains inulin, a prebiotic that improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. These canned foods are also distinguished by good quality protein - hypoallergenic turkey and lamb, which are carefully processed and perfectly nourish cats.
Pros:
- balanced and “rich” composition of vitamins, micro- and macroelements - the food contains unsaturated acids, taurine, selenium;
- convenient sealed packaging of food - you can store spiders for a long time and take them on the road;
- low percentage of fat - give canned food to cats prone to obesity and sterilized.
Minuses:
- the composition of animal protein is not detailed in the food;
- There are a lot of processed meat products, there are dyes and sugar.
Berkley Adult Duck&Berries
Canned food with duck meat and wild berries - cranberries and blueberries, which have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. They can be used as a complete daily diet. The food has a good protein composition - 50% of the total volume is duck, 20% poultry. Canned food helps maintain healthy teeth, claws and bones, as phosphorus, magnesium, calcium and collagen-rich meat broth are added to the product.
Pros:
- canned food is grain-free and does not contain vegetable protein, which promotes better digestion;
- cat food contains a lot of salmon oil, rich in fatty acids that improve the condition of the coat;
- The food contains fiber to stimulate intestinal motility.
Minuses:
- the composition of animal protein is not detailed;
- There is a fairly high percentage of fat in the food - canned food can quickly spoil after opening.
