Free Run Duck

by AATU
ALS
Regular
Grain-Free

AATU

Free Run Duck

ALS
Regular
Indoor and Outdoor
Grain-Free

First Ingredient

Animal Protein

Flavor

Duck
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76
/100
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Summary

AATU Free Run Duck is a premium dry food designed for cats of all breeds and life stages.

It offers an 85/15 single-protein diet, with 85% duck, including 45% fresh duck and 40% dehydrated duck.

The recipe is grain, gluten, and white potato-free, making it suitable for cats with sensitivities or allergies.

It includes a unique “Super-8” formula featuring eight fruits, vegetables, herbs, and botanicals like blueberries, rosemary, and marigold for balanced nutrition.

Added probiotics (Enterococcus Faecium) support digestive health, while omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids contribute to a shiny coat and healthy skin.

With its low & slow cooking method, this recipe ensures nutrient retention and optimal digestibility for cats.

The formulation also provides 1500 mg/kg of taurine and 200 mg/kg of L-carnitine, supporting heart health and energy metabolism.

 

Pros:

  • High Protein Content: 34% crude protein from high-quality duck supports lean muscle maintenance.
  • Digestive Health Support: Probiotics and a fiber-rich composition, including chicory and psyllium, promote gut health.
  • Skin and Coat Benefits: Omega-3 (0.7%) and omega-6 (2.9%) fatty acids enhance skin health and a glossy coat.
  • Allergy-Friendly: Grain, gluten, and potato-free formulation minimizes allergic reactions.
  • Nutrient Density: Packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants like vitamin A (25,000 IU/kg) and vitamin E (330 mg/kg) for overall wellness.

 

Cons:

  • High-Fat Content: 20% crude fat may require careful portioning for less active cats to avoid weight gain.
  • Ash Levels: Crude ash at 8.9% could be unsuitable for cats needing low-mineral diets for urinary health.
  • Strong Flavor Profile: The inclusion of multiple botanicals like marigold and fenugreek may not appeal to all cats.

 

Nutrition

Ingredients

  • Duck (45% Duck, 40% Dehydrated Duck) 85%
  • Sweet Potato
  • Chickpeas
  • Peas
  • Lucerne
  • Tapioca
  • Apple
  • Cranberry
  • Pear
  • Blueberry
  • and also:
Mulberry, Orange, Bilberry, Cowberry, Carrot, Tomato, Chicory, Peppermint, Parsley, Cinnamon, Marigold, Stinging Nettle, Camomile, Rosehip, Yucca, Spirulina, Seaweed, Aniseed, Fenugreek, Oregano, Sage, Marjoram, Thyme

Vitamins and Additives

  • Vitamin A 25000 IU
  • Vitamin D3 1700 IU
  • Vitamin E 330 mg/kg
  • and also:
Trace Elements as Compounds: (per kg): Ferrous Sulphate Monohydrate 600mg, Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate 310mg, Manganous Sulphate Monohydrate 70mg, Cupric Sulphate Pentahydrate 45mg, Calcium Iodate Anhydrous 3.64mg, Sodium Selenite 0.41mg

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
34%
Crude Fat
20%
Crude Fiber
2.5%
Moisture
8%
Crude Ash
8.9%
Omega 3
0.7%
Omega 6
2.9%
Taurine 1500mg, L-Carnitine 200mg

Notes

The score is calculated after relocation of fresh meat or fish ingredient(s) as explained in the calculation rule #7 in Chapter 1.

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
34%
Crude Fat
20%
Crude Fiber
2.5%
Moisture
8%
Crude Ash
8.9%
Omega 3
0.7%
Omega 6
2.9%
Taurine 1500mg, L-Carnitine 200mg
Last reviewed: 02-02-2025 12:07
We use advanced automated tools to verify and update this product’s details with the most current manufacturer information

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Why this score?

  • 28.9% carbohydrates of combination P
    -17
  • Low protein content
    -13
  • Fresh duck at 1st place
    2
  • Dehydrated duck at 1st place
    4
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How the score is calculated?

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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How the score is calculated?

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.