by Avenal
Kitten
Regular

Avenal

Cat BabyCat

Kitten
Regular
1

First Ingredient

Animal Protein

Flavor

Poultry

Cat Food Central Quality Score: 69 out of 100
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Available sizes

750 g
26.5 oz
2 kg
4.4 lb
15 kg
33.1 lb

Summary

Avenal Cat BabyCat is a complete dry food for kittens from 2 to 12 months old and for pregnant or lactating cats, providing the concentrated nutrition intended for growth and reproductive stages.

Its first ingredient is dehydrated poultry protein (35%), which supplies an identified animal-protein source to help support the development and maintenance of lean body tissue.

With 36% crude protein, 17% crude fat, and 3,900 kcal/kg of metabolizable energy, the formula provides a nutrient- and energy-dense profile suited to the elevated demands stated for growing kittens and reproductive females.

Calcium at 1.78% and phosphorus at 1.2% provide two key minerals involved in the formation and maintenance of bones and teeth during growth.

The added taurine level of 1,000 mg/kg supports the normal function of the heart and vision, two essential feline nutritional needs.

EPA plus DHA is reported at 0.43%, and the product specifically identifies DHA as supporting cognitive and vision development in kittens.

Omega-3 fatty acids at 0.66% and omega-6 fatty acids at 2.1% contribute to skin-barrier function and coat condition.

The formula uses poultry fat as its named fat source and includes dehydrated fish protein at 4%, adding animal-derived ingredients beyond the primary poultry protein.

Pros
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1

Prebiotic digestive support

Fructooligosaccharides at 1,780 mg/kg and yeast cell walls providing mannanoligosaccharides at 528 mg/kg support beneficial intestinal microorganisms, while beet pulp and dietary fiber can help support stool consistency.
2

Natural antioxidant ingredients

Tocopherol extract from vegetable oils and rosemary extract provide antioxidant activity that helps protect dietary fats from oxidation.
3

Growth-supporting micronutrients

Vitamin D3 supports calcium metabolism, while zinc, iron, copper, manganese, iodine, and selenium are included as trace nutrients involved in functions such as tissue development, oxygen transport, and thyroid activity.
4

No soy listed

The ingredient list contains no soy-based ingredient, which is useful information for owners seeking to avoid soy in their cat's diet.
5

No listed artificial colors or BHT, BHA, or ethoxyquin

The provided detection results report no food coloring and no trace of these specified synthetic antioxidant preservatives.
Cons
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1

Substantial cereal presence

Corn is the second ingredient, and the recipe also contains rice, wheat, barley, wheat bran, and corn gluten; corn gluten contributes plant-derived protein within the declared crude-protein total.
2

Multiple animal protein sources

Poultry ingredients, hydrolyzed chicken liver, and fish protein make this a multi-protein recipe, which may not fit cats that require a limited-ingredient diet using a single animal protein.
3

Crude ash at 8%

Ash represents the food's total mineral residue, so this declared level is relevant for owners whose cats need individualized mineral management under veterinary guidance.
4

Unspecified preservative details

In addition to identified tocopherol extract, the label refers broadly to EU-authorized preservatives without naming the individual preservative substances.
5

Incomplete guaranteed-analysis disclosure

Moisture, magnesium, and potassium are listed without values, which limits a full label-based assessment of the food's water content and mineral profile.

Nutrition

Ingredients

  • Dehydrated Poultry Protein 35%
  • Corn
  • Poultry Fat
  • Rice 8%
  • Corn Gluten
  • Dehydrated Fish Protein 4%
  • Wheat
  • Barley
  • Wheat Bran
  • Hydrolyzed Chicken Liver
  • and also:
Beet Pulp (1.5%), Fish Oil (1%), Dietary Fiber (1%), Potassium Chloride, Salt, Fructooligosaccharides (1780 mg/kg), Yeast Cell Walls (Source Of Mannanoligosaccharides 528 mg/kg)

Vitamins and Additives

  • Vitamin A 15000 IU
  • Vitamin D3 1000 IU
  • Vitamin E 150 mg/kg
  • and also:
Taurine: 1,000 mg, Iron (Ferrous Sulfate Monohydrate): 52.5 mg, Zinc (Zinc Oxide): 45 mg, Copper (Copper Sulfate Pentahydrate): 6 mg, Manganese (Manganese Oxide): 4.5 mg, Potassium Iodide: 1.36 mg, Sodium Selenite: 0.3 mg, Technological Additives: Antioxidants (Of Which 90 mg/kg Of Tocopherol Extract From Vegetable Oils (1b306(i))) And Preservatives Authorized In The EU, Organoleptic Additives: Flavoring Compounds (Of Which 67 mg/kg Are Rosemary Extract And 125 mg/kg Are Yucca Schidigera) Authorized In The EU

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
36%
Crude Fat
17%
Crude Fiber
2.5%
Crude Ash
8%
Calcium
1.78%
Phosphorus
1.2%
Omega 3
0.66%
Omega 6
2.1%
Metabolizable Energy
3900 kcal/kg
EPA + DHA (0.43%)

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
36%
Crude Fat
17%
Crude Fiber
2.5%
Crude Ash
8%
Calcium
1.78%
Phosphorus
1.2%
Omega 3
0.66%
Omega 6
2.1%
Metabolizable Energy
3900 kcal/kg
EPA + DHA (0.43%)
Last reviewed:
We periodically review this product’s details and update them to match the manufacturer’s latest published information, but some changes may not be reflected immediately.

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In general, cat food is composed of protein, fats, carbohydrates, fibers, vitamins, and minerals.

Protein is the most important component in a cat's diet, and cats primarily get their protein from animal meat.

Fat is a primary source of energy and essential fatty acids.

Carbohydrates are controversial in a cat's diet, as cats are obligate carnivores and typically consume very few carbohydrates.

Fibers play an important role in digestion and food absorption, and vitamins and minerals are essential for different organism functions.

Dry matter values are used to compare the amount of nutrients in different cat foods. This means that moisture is excluded from the equation to provide a more accurate comparison.

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