Every pet cat lover wants to feed their cat the best food possible. Sometimes people are so busy that they themselves eat semi-finished products, and therefore choose industrial food for their pets. Professionals pay attention not so much to the pricing policy as to the transparent composition of the packaging, because the health of an animal is also its food.
What class of Perfect Fit cat food is it?
The nutrition of this brand is mistakenly classified as premium (based on the appearance of the packaging and name). Veterinarians have a different opinion; they classify it as average in quality, but consider it complete and balanced. This food is far from being comparable to real high-quality brands due to the lack of natural meat in the composition, but it is slightly better quality than others from the economy class line. Widely available (available in any large store) and has special designs for different cats.
The manufacturer of Perfect Fit cat food is the American concern Mars, which has representative offices in Germany, Hungary and Russia. The same company also produces other well-known inexpensive cat foods - the well-known Whiskas and Kitiket. They also make food for dogs. The packaging does not indicate whether the contents are produced locally or just packaged. This is probably the reason for the opaque composition.
Cat food Perfect Fit - composition
The dry version of Perfect Fit cat food contains the following: dehydrated poultry or fish, dried by-products, vegetable protein (wheat and corn), soy protein concentrate, dried vegetables, salt and a vitamin and mineral supplement. Perfect Fit for cats is indicated as food without flavorings, dyes and preservatives. The composition of adult food and for kittens differs in the ratio of vitamin-mineral components and protein percentage. In the Junior line, the percentage of chicken meal and protein in general is much higher, but the fiber is much less.
Is Perfect Fit cat food harmful?
Perfect Fit food is not suitable for daily use, as experts say that the stated vitamin and mineral supplements are not enough and cats may start to get sick. The task of nutrition of this class is to provide the pet with more or less nutritious food, but not to protect it from diseases. The quality of Perfect Fit food for cats is average, because it contains cellulose and other waste from processing wheat and corn - possible allergens that are not needed in the animal's food. The presence of potassium chloride (a flavor enhancer) negatively affects the pet's heart and kidneys.
Advantages and disadvantages
When choosing food, objectively evaluate both its advantages and disadvantages. The positive qualities of Perfect Fit food include:
- Availability. Firstly, the food is widely available and you can buy it not only in a specialized pet supply store, but also in a regular supermarket, where there is at least a small stand for pets. You can also order food via the Internet.
- The presence of a vitamin-mineral complex that provides the cat’s body with a minimum need for microelements and vitamin supplements.
- Low cost of feed, which will not seem burdensome to most of the population.
- Wide range of food options: There are both dry and wet options to suit all ages and health conditions.
- The granules are packed in a convenient bag with a zip system. Tight packaging and a convenient latch prevent air from getting inside and save the food from premature spoilage.
- The most significant disadvantage is replacing meat with chicken flour or chicken protein. These components are made from the remains of chicken production - beaks, paws, feathers, etc. - and cannot be a complete replacement for meat and offal.
- It also contains vegetable protein, and in significant quantities. But, since cats are carnivorous creatures, they need protein not of plant origin, but of animal origin. This is due to the structure of their internal organs (intestines, stomach), and the enzyme system, and the shape of the teeth. Vegetable protein contains few amino acids necessary for animals and your pet, eating such food, will experience a constant deficiency of them. For example, corn is a strong allergen and has no nutritional value, and yeast causes intestinal flatulence. The same applies to soybeans.
- The amount of animal protein is not specified.
- The antioxidants and preservatives used in the feed are also not specified. Are they natural or synthetic? Synthetic ones cause a number of diseases, ranging from disorders of the gastrointestinal tract to urolithiasis.
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Cat food Perfect fit - types
Industrial food is usually presented in two types: dry and canned (wet or liquid version). Perfect fit food is no exception to this. The only Perfect Fit nutrition option in the line is represented only by dry nutrition - In-home. The remaining types are in two versions. Perfect Fit cat food has several flavors: fish, beef, turkey and chicken. True, the difference is not particularly noticeable, because the basis for all types is dried chicken protein. No flavorings are stated on the packaging.
Dry food Perfect Fit for cats
Perfect fit dry food is available in all types of the line. Customer reviews are very different. Many people note the smell of cheap dry food and the presence of a large amount of salt (who tried it themselves); there is no meat taste. Contains about 20% poultry meal (the composition on the pack differs from that stated on the website). Perfect Fit cat food looks like isosceles triangles, dry and hard. Pieces sometimes break in the packaging, but there are only a few broken ones. It is recommended to alternate dry food with wet food. Consumption rates and combinations of dry and liquid food are indicated on the packaging.
Wet food for cats Perfect Fit
This option differs from the dry one in the presence of vegetable oil and taurine. Rice (the most expensive cereal) is available in an amount of 4%; the manufacturer does not indicate the remaining content of the cereal part of the product. Meat component – meat and offal (chicken 14%). Perfect Fit liquid food for cats looks like equal oblong pieces, reminiscent of chopped sausage or dense pate in a small amount of jelly sauce. Chews easily, the pieces are homogeneous in composition. For daily nutrition, you can use only wet food, without supplementing it with dry food.
Compound
Perfect Fit food includes the following components:
- poultry meat and bone meal (source of protein),
- wheat,
- corn,
- soy protein concentrate,
- animal fat,
- dried sugar beet pulp and yucca extract (reduces the smell of cat feces),
- yeast (B vitamins),
- sunflower oil (omega-3 fatty acids),
- minerals,
- vitamins.
Cat food Perfect Fit – packaging
Food is conveniently available in different packages. Dry granules are available in packages of 190, 650, 750 g, and another 1.2 and 3 kg. Canned food is available in soft packaging of 85 g. Cat food Perfect Fit for kittens is available in the same packaging as for adults. Wet food for kittens is divided into two parts (for example, half a pouch per day plus dry food). Small packages are suitable for trial (not all food may be to the pet's liking) and for convenience (the daily portion is divided into several parts).
Specifics
Perfect Fit food is suitable for all ages and breeds, including:
- Savannah
- Kurilian bobtails
- British
- munchkins
- Burmese cats
- Russian blue cats
- Nibelungs
- Maine Coons
Separate groups of wet and dry food are intended for pets with sensitive digestion, and the company also produces special food for kittens.
For each age it is worth choosing your own Perfect Fit food
Cat food Perfect Fit – line
The Perfect fit brand has a wide range of:
- Junior
is a food for kittens, designed for an increased need for vitamins, minerals and nutrients. Declared for animals under six months of age. This type of dry food is granulated, the granules are small for convenience. Pregnant animals are switched to this type of food and continue to be given it until the end of lactation. - In-form
is a development for sedentary animals that are overweight. L-carnitine is added to the composition, which effectively breaks down fat. Yucca helps get rid of unpleasant odors from the litter box. - Hair & Beauty
– food for breeds with long hair. The food contains more vitamins and contains no soy at all. Omega-3 adds health to skin and coat. - Senior
is a type of food for furry pets aged seven years and older. A specially selected formula satisfies all the needs of tailed pensioners. - Active
– food for energetic and young cats that are very active. Vitamins and minerals are contained in increased quantities. - Sterile
is a specialized food, Perfect Fit, for sterilized cats. Such animals become inactive and are susceptible to developing diseases of the genitourinary system. The food is designed for this category of pets. - In-home
is an option for sedentary homebodies who live in high-rise apartments and do not go outside. The fiber in this line is reduced. The basis of the product is chicken. - Sensitive
is food for cats that have gastrointestinal problems and allergies. This line contains only animal ingredients and no wheat and/or soy additives.
General characteristics of Perfect Fit food and its composition
Perfect Fit food is produced by the American corporation - the giant Mars. The company produces these feeds in Europe (more precisely, Hungary and Germany), as well as in Russia. On the official website https://www.perfectfit.ru/ you can find detailed information about Perfect Fit food. Very convenient is the fact that the site is entirely in Russian.
Perfect Fit ready-made food is premium cat food. This food causes mixed reviews from breeders. There are cat owners who are completely satisfied with the composition and quality of the food. And there are breeders who categorically do not accept the use of Perfect Fit food. But as for veterinarians, they unanimously express their opinion against this food. Perfect Fit food is not the only food brand from Mars. In addition to it, the American concern produces cat food such as the world-famous Whiskas and Kitekat, Royal Canin, as well as the famous cat treat Sheba.
Composition of Perfect Fit feed
The main idea that guided the Mars company was the ideal balance of fat, protein and carbohydrate content in Perfect Fit food. Without exception, all types of feed contain 35% fat, 40% protein, and only 25% carbohydrates.
Perfect Fit food is much inferior in composition to other premium foods. The source of fat in the feed is animal fat and sunflower oil. Poultry meal supplies proteins to feed. Please note that flour is made from any part of the bird, not just meat.
The source of fiber in the feed is rice cereal, soybean and corn flour. Soy in feed is used in the form of flour or oil.
B vitamins are delivered to the feed by the yeast it contains. In addition, the food contains various nutritional supplements that are beneficial for your pet.
The main disadvantage of Perfect Fit food is the presence of salt and sodium chloride in it. Sodium chloride is a flavoring additive, that is, a chemical element. And veterinarians categorically do not recommend adding salt to the food of pets.
Main types of Perfect Fit food
The main advantage of Perfect Fit food is the huge number of types. In addition, each type of food allows the breeder to choose a convenient form. Use dry food from this line or wet food. The similarity of all types of feed is its basis. The main ingredient of all feeds is chicken meat.
Perfect Fit cat food comes in eight different varieties:
- Perfect Fit Junior . This is a type of food for the smallest pets, up to one year old. This line contains minerals, amino acids and vitamins necessary for a kitten’s health. An additional advantage of dry food from the Junior line is the prevention of the appearance of tartar in young pets.
- Perfect Fit In - Home. This line is designed specifically for cats that spend their entire lives at home without going outside. This food includes natural ingredients that help pets eliminate hair from their bodies. In addition, this line contains Yucca Schidegera, which improves digestion in pets and also neutralizes strong odors in their feces.
- The Perfect Fit Active series is designed for the most active and playful pets. It contains an ideal ratio of proteins and mineral elements, which have a beneficial effect on the development of muscle mass. In addition, the high content of beneficial vitamins, fatty acids and antioxidants in the food carefully takes care of the beauty and good health of the animal.
- The Perfect Fit Sensitive food line is designed for cats with digestive problems. Although this food cannot be called medicinal. A complex of vitamins and amino acids takes care of the health and beauty of the animal’s fur. And the content of taurine, biotin and zinc in Perfect Fit Sensitive food allows you to maintain the proper functioning of your pet’s internal organs.
- Perfect Fit Senior Designed for older pets who are over eight years of age. The main advantage of this line is the presence of glucosamine, which supports joint function. The content of taurine, beneficial minerals and vitamins supports a long and healthy life for the cat.
- The Perfect Fit Sterile food line is designed for castrated and sterilized cats. It contains an ideal ratio of natural ingredients that compensate pets for their decreased activity. This line also has a preventive effect on urolithiasis, as well as the intestinal health of your pet.
- Perfect Fit Hair&Beauty is designed specifically for long-haired breeds of pets. This line provides the pet with strengthening and growth of muscle mass, has a beneficial effect on the shine of long hair, and also gives the animal’s skin health. A complex of vitamins A, C and E maintains the pet’s health at a high level. The fiber content in the food helps in cleansing the digestive system of hair.
- The Perfect Fit In-Form food series is a dietary food for pets. This line is the only one of all that is available only in dry form. The content of L-carnitine in this line allows you to improve your pet’s fat metabolism, which reduces the calorie content of the food by 12%. The element contained in the food, taurine, improves the functioning of the heart and the condition of the pet’s retina.
Pros and cons of Perfect Fit food
Let's start, of course, by listing the positive aspects of Perfect Fit food:
- Perfect Fit cat food is easily accessible and can be purchased at any store you like;
- A huge range of food, from special food for kittens to older cats;
- Affordable price of Perfect Fit cat food;
- Variety of types: dry and wet, single servings and family packs.
The disadvantages primarily concern the composition of Perfect Fit cat food:
- The food has a high protein content, of plant origin; there is no information about animal protein;
- The food does not contain natural meat; the food is produced using flour or chicken protein;
- The names and quantities of preservatives are not indicated on the packaging.
Perfect Fit cat food - reviews
On pet owner forums there are many discussions of inexpensive food, including the Perfect Fit brand. Below we have collected some feedback from these discussions.
Reviews from veterinarians
There are reviews online from cat owners who note that they bought Perfect Fit on the recommendation of a veterinarian. However, we did not find any opinions about this food written by veterinarians themselves.
Customer Reviews
Ksenia writes:
My cat is 7 years old; throughout his life he has eaten a lot of different economy and premium foods. I've been eating Perfect Fit for the last year; I chose it for two reasons. First, he came up. Secondly, you can buy it at the nearest supermarket (there are simply no specialized stores with pet products in our area).
The food comes in a convenient packaging with a reusable zipper and seals tightly. The granules are made in the shape of triangles, chocolate color. It doesn't taste like chicken, but the cat likes it and eats it with pleasure. He goes to the toilet like clockwork, and the smell from the exit is weaker than when we tried Kitikat.
In general, Perfect Fit wave food is good for its price. Throughout the entire feeding period, the cat was active, had a shiny coat, and was only sick with a tick (which he picked up somewhere on the street). I recommend it to anyone looking for affordable cat food.
Asya writes:
Our domestic cat eats Brit Premium food, but we love all animals and therefore feed the cats living in our yard. We buy cheaper food for them, and once again we took Perfect Fit. The advertising for this food is excellent, on the back of the package it is described how healthy it is and the feeding standards are indicated, and on the front there is a ginger cat.
The entire food is called Perfect Fit in-home, it contains chicken and is intended for adult cats living in the house. I took this one because it was on sale and was cheaper than other flavors. The bag is equipped with a zip-lock fastener, easy to open and close tightly. This is where the advantages of the food end.
The granules are triangular with a stinky odor and taste very salty (I always try new food). There is too much salt in the composition; in such quantities it cannot be useful. It also contains cellulose, a useless component that is only needed to induce a feeling of satiety. The feed contains only 21% poultry, the rest is grains.
I gave it to our cat to try and only ate it when mixed with the main food. Stray cats also did not eat very willingly, although they are hungry and in theory should eat everything that is offered. Results: economy class food, appropriate composition, cannot be called good, with ballast components. Even outdoor cats didn’t like it, so I don’t recommend it, especially for pets.
Ulyana writes:
For several years we have been feeding our cat Perfect Fit for sterilized cats (he is neutered). Apart from this food, he doesn’t eat anything else, only sometimes he begs for treats from the table.
The cat eats the food with pleasure and never leaves it in his toe. Vigorous, the coat is silky and shiny, the eyes do not run. The general state of health is excellent, looking at the cat you cannot say that he eats inexpensive food.
Reviews
User reviews about Perfect Fit food are mixed:
Boris, Moscow. “I have two furry friends. I try to feed them natural food. I don’t really trust dry cat food, because they can put anything in it. Wet food may contain sprat instead of expensive fish. But I was attracted by a promotion at a pet store, and I decided to buy Perfect Fit wet food intended for kittens. I didn't like the smell of wet food and the cats were reluctant to eat it. I read the composition. They mixed something natural in there, it seems there is nothing there. I looked for reviews and realized that I won’t buy wet food again.”
Zhanna, Saratov . “I have been feeding my cat exclusively with Perfect Vit food for cats for 4 years now. I don’t understand why they are criticizing him. My Angora cat is active and his coat looks great. The cat eats with pleasure and has no health problems. It is immediately noticeable that the pet is healthy. Maybe this food is not super in composition, but I will only continue to buy it, my cat likes it.”
Many cats enjoy eating Perfect Fit food.
What kind of food?
The Perfect fit range and composition was developed in collaboration with the Waltham Research Centre, which is one of the divisions of Mars. Simultaneously with Perfect Fit, they produce food of different classes, namely: Whiskas, Kitiket, Sheba and Royal Canin.
Perfect fit is directly positioned in the premium segment. This class is characterized by unevenness in the quality of feed: there are producers who take the composition more seriously than Mars, and there are also less responsible ones. Reviews about Perfect Fit confirm that owners do not have a clear opinion about it: there are positive and negative experiences of use. Although veterinarians are unanimous – not in favor of the brand.
Production facilities are located in Germany and Hungary. In general, the food corresponds to the stated composition, although it is not very transparent.
