Applaws Chicken With Duck Adult Dry Cat Food is a grain-free, complete and balanced dry food for adult cats that prioritizes animal protein, starting with chicken as the first ingredient (44% combined chicken meal and fresh chicken).

The formula focuses on poultry-based proteins—primarily chicken with added duck meal (4%)—to supply concentrated amino acids that help maintain lean muscle.

The recipe provides 36.5% crude protein with a stated minimum 80% of that protein coming from animal sources, positioning the diet as meat-led.

At 16% crude fat and 4020 kcal/kg metabolizable energy, it has an energy-dense profile suited to active adult cats.

Poultry fat (8%) and salmon oil deliver essential fatty acids, with omega-6 declared at 3% and omega-3 at 0.4% to support skin and coat health.

Prebiotic chicory extract (FOS 0.2%) together with beet pulp provide fermentable and structural fibers that support a healthy gut microbiota and regular stools.

Dried brewer’s yeast and egg powder add complementary nutrients, with egg contributing additional animal protein variety.

The mineral analysis lists calcium at 2.1%, phosphorus at 1.3%, and total ash at 8%, indicating a robust mineral density consistent with meat-meal–based formulas.

Added taurine (1000 mg) and vitamins A (29,000 IU), D3 (1,000 IU), and E (640 mg) underpin vision, immune, and antioxidant support in adult cats.

Pros:

• Meat-first protein focus: Chicken is the first ingredient at 44% (mostly chicken meal), with duck meal added for additional animal protein.

• High protein with animal emphasis: 36.5% crude protein with a minimum 80% from animal sources supports lean muscle maintenance.

• Prebiotic and fiber support: Chicory extract (FOS 0.2%) and beet pulp provide fermentable and structural fibers that help sustain a healthy gut.

• Skin and coat nutrition: Poultry fat and salmon oil provide omega-6 at 3% and omega-3 at 0.4% for skin barrier and coat condition.

• Targeted micronutrients: Added taurine (1000 mg) and vitamins A (29,000 IU), D3 (1,000 IU), and E (640 mg) support vision, immunity, and antioxidant defenses.

• Grain-free and labeled hypoallergenic: Avoids grains and is presented as hypoallergenic, aligning with sensitivities to common grain ingredients.

Cons:

• Elevated mineral density: Calcium at 2.1%, phosphorus at 1.3%, and ash at 8% indicate a high mineral load that may not suit cats needing tighter mineral control.

• Energy-dense profile: With 16% fat and 4020 kcal/kg ME, the formula is calorie-rich and may be less suitable for sedentary or overweight-prone cats.

• Starchy carbohydrate source: Potato is the second ingredient, contributing starch that some owners prefer to limit in feline diets.

• Multiple poultry proteins: Chicken plus duck and poultry fat reduce suitability for cats requiring single-protein, limited-ingredient approaches.

• Omega balance skew: Omega-6 (3%) notably exceeds omega-3 (0.4%), offering relatively modest omega-3 intake.