
Homestead Harvest
by AcanaAcana
Homestead Harvest
First Ingredient
Animal ProteinFlavor
ChickenSummary
Acana Homestead Harvest is a high-protein dry cat food targeting adult cats, with a focus on animal-based ingredients for optimal health.
It contains 65% animal ingredients, primarily from fresh, free-run chicken, contributing to its notable 34% protein content.
This food is designed to support lean muscle maintenance, healthy skin, and coat condition through Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids.
Additionally, it incorporates taurine, EPA, and DHA for cardiovascular and eye health, addressing critical aspects of feline wellness.
Pros:
- High Protein Content: At 34%, this food is abundant in protein, sourced primarily from free-run chicken and turkey, making it suitable for muscle support.
- Omega Fatty Acids: The inclusion of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids supports skin and coat health, reducing shedding and promoting a shiny coat.
- Taurine, DHA, and EPA: These nutrients contribute to heart health and vision, addressing vital areas of cat health by supporting both cardiovascular function and eye development.
- Animal Ingredients: With 65% animal-based ingredients, the formula aligns well with a carnivorous diet, closely matching the natural dietary needs of cats.
- No Artificial Additives: The product is free from artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives, reducing the risk of adverse reactions in sensitive cats.
Cons:
- Lower Fiber Content: The 4% fiber content might not satisfy cats that require higher fiber levels for digestive support, particularly if they have gastrointestinal sensitivities.
- Fat Content: At 16%, the crude fat level may not be ideal for cats that require lower fat intake, such as those prone to weight gain or those on a calorie-controlled diet.
- Grain-Inclusive Formula: Although grains are a common source of carbohydrates, they might not be suitable for cats with grain allergies or those on grain-free diets, potentially limiting the product’s appeal for such cats.
- Moderate Carbohydrates: Grains contribute to a carbohydrate content that may not align with the dietary preferences of strictly grain-free diets, particularly if focusing on a low-carb approach.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Fresh chicken 17%
- Dehydrated chicken meat 15%
- Turkey meal 13%
- Whole oats
- Whole peas
- Chicken fat 7%
- Whole green lentils
- Whole chickpeas
- Whole red lentils
- Fresh cage-free eggs 4%
- and also:
Vitamins and Additives
- Vitamin A 1850 IU
- Vitamin B1 25 mg/kg
- Vitamin B2 10 mg/kg
- Vitamin B3 50 mg/kg
- Vitamin B5 8 mg/kg
- Vitamin B6 7.5 mg/kg
- Vitamin B7 0.25 mg
- Vitamin B9 0.75 mg/kg
- Vitamin B12 0.1 mg/kg
- Vitamin D 250 IU
- Vitamin D3 500 IU
- Vitamin E 175 IU
- and also:
Choline chloride (choline): 1200 mg, Taurine: 400 mg, Zinc proteinate: 150 mg, Biotin: 0.03 mg, Copper: 11mg, L-earnitine:50 mg, DL-methionine: 99 mg.
Zootechnical additives: Enterococcus faecium NCIMB 10415: 600 x 10^6 CFU
Guaranteed Analysis
Notes
Guaranteed Analysis
Rating
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Why this score?
- 31.1.0% carbohydrates of combination RP-21
- Low protein content-12
- Fresh pultry meat at 2nd place2
- Dehydrated poultry at 1st place4
- Natural source of taurine5
- Chelated minerals2
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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.