1st Choice
Mature less-active
Summary
1st Choice Mature Less-Active is a dry food specifically formulated for senior cats.
Its focus is on supporting joint function, urinary health, and aging-related metabolic changes.
The protein base consists of chicken and chicken meal, providing a lean and digestible source of animal protein suitable for older cats with reduced energy requirements.
Including glucosamine and chondroitin from both natural (chicken meal) and added sources supports joint health, which is critical in aging felines experiencing reduced mobility or stiffness.
The formula features a balanced calcium (1.0%) and phosphorus (0.9%) ratio to maintain bone integrity without contributing to excess mineral load.
Omega-3 fatty acids from salmon oil and flaxseed, paired with added vitamin C (250 mg/kg) and vitamin E (150 IU/kg), provide antioxidant protection to help reduce inflammation and support immune health.
The guaranteed analysis includes 27% protein, 15% fat, 3.5% fiber, and 8.5% ash, offering moderate energy density aligned with the needs of less active or older indoor cats.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Chicken
- Chicken meal (a natural source of glucosamine and chondroitin)
- Rice
- Brown rice
- Pearled barley
- Pea protein
- Chicken fat (naturally preserved with mixed tocopherols)
- Dried egg product
- Oat groats
- Natural flavor
- and also:
Vitamins and Additives
- Vitamin A 34000 IU
- Vitamin C 250 mg/kg
- Vitamin D3 2000 IU
- Vitamin E 150 IU
Guaranteed Analysis
Notes
Guaranteed Analysis
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The actual calculation of the score is based on sophisticated and advanced algorithm that takes into account multiple parameters.
To simplify the explanation, the calculation is based on three main criteria:
(1) Amount of protein (more is better)
(2) Amount of carbohydrates (less is better)
(3) Quality and source of ingredients.
Based on that 3 main criteria, 9 score calculation rules are used to compare the different foods.
One major assumption is that the closer an ingredient is to the top of the ingredient list, the greater its relative weight and contribution to the food.
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.
Putting all of these and more into a formula results in a product score.
The maximum score a cat food can receive is 100. Points are added or removed based on the score calculation rules.
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