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Highest Protein, Grasslands

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Indoor and Outdoor
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Highest Protein, Grasslands

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Indoor and Outdoor
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Product Summary

Acana Grasslands is a nutrient-dense dry cat food suitable for all life stages.

It features 75% animal ingredients, including fresh duck, chicken, and whole quail.

Its 37% protein content supports muscle health, while Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids aid in maintaining skin and coat conditions.

The formula also includes taurine, EPA, and DHA for heart and eye health, plus a variety of fruits and vegetables like kale and apples to boost antioxidant levels for immune support.

 

Pros:

  • High Animal Protein: The 37% protein content from duck, chicken, and quail supports lean muscle development.
  • Healthy Fats: Balanced Omega-3 (0.8%) and Omega-6 (2.5%) fatty acids contribute to skin and coat health.
  • Taurine and DHA: Enriched with 0.1% taurine and 0.2% DHA, it supports cardiovascular and eye health.
  • Antioxidant-Rich Ingredients: Fruits and vegetables like kale and apples provide antioxidants, enhancing immune system support.
  • No Artificial Additives: Free from artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives, making it ideal for cats with sensitivities.

 

Cons:

  • Moderate Ash Content: With 9% crude ash, it may not suit cats needing lower mineral levels.
  • Higher Fat Content: At 18%, the fat content may be excessive for less active or overweight cats.
  • Contains Legumes: Ingredients like lentils and peas could be an issue for cats sensitive to legumes or owners preferring legume-free diets.

 

Ingredients

Fresh duck meat
11%
Fresh chicken meat
11%
Fresh eggs
8%
Dehydrated chicken meal
7%
Dehydrated Turkey meal
7%
Dehydrated whitefish
7%
Whole pinto beans
Whole peas
Fresh turkey meat
6%
Duck fat
5%
and also:
Whole red lentils, whole chickpeas, whole green lentils, raw quail (4%), fresh chicken giblets (liver, heart) (2%), pollock oil (2%), fresh turkey giblets (liver, heart) (2%), lentil fibre, dehydrated duck meat (1%), duck liver (1%), duck cartilage (0.5%), freeze-dried chicken and turkey livers (0.5%), dried kelp, fresh whole pumpkin, fresh whole butternut squash, fresh kale, fresh spinach, fresh turnip greens, fresh carrots, fresh apples, fresh pears, fresh whole cranberries, whole blueberries, chicory root, turmeric root, milk thistle, burdock root, lavender, marshmallow root, rosehips

Vitamins and Additives

Vitamin A 1875 IU
Vitamin B1 25 mg/kg
Vitamin B2 0.1 mg/kg
Vitamin B3 50 mg/kg
Vitamin B5 8 mg/kg
Vitamin B6 7.5 mg/kg
Vitamin B7 0.1 mg/kg
Vitamin B9 0.75 mg/kg
Vitamin B12 0.1 mg/kg
Vitamin D 250 IU
Vitamin D3 250 IU
Vitamin E 175 IU
and also:
Technological additives: Tocopherol extracts from vegetable oils: 121 mg, citric acid: 40 mg.
Sensory additives: Rosemary extract: 80 mg.
Nutritional additives: Choline chloride (choline): 1400 mg, Taurine: 400 mg, Zinc proteinate: 160 mg, Copper proteinate: 11 mg, DL-methionine: 99 mg.
Zootechnical additives: Enterococcus faecium DSM10663/NCIMB 10415: 1 x 10⁹ CFU

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
37%
Crude Fat
18%
Crude Fiber
3%
Moisture
10%
Crude Ash
9%
Calcium
1.9%
Phosphorus
1.3%
Magnesium
0.1%
Omega 3
0.8%
Omega 6
2.5%
Metabolizable Energy
3850 kcal/kg

Notes

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

Product last updated: January 13, 2025, 5:06 PM

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Why this score?

25.6% carbohydrates of combination P
-14
Low protein content
-9
Additional source of animal protein (dehydrated whitefish) at 4th place
4
Fresh poultry meat at 1st place
3
Dehydrated poultry at 1st place
4
Natural source of taurine
5
Chelated minerals
2

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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.