Summary
Boreal Functional Indoor is a dry cat food designed for indoor cats, supporting their unique health needs.
The primary ingredient is fresh deboned chicken, providing a high-quality protein source for muscle maintenance.
Low glycemic carbohydrates such as sweet potato and buckwheat promote stable blood sugar levels and sustained energy.
Miscanthus fiber aids in hairball control and supports dental health by providing natural fiber.
Cranberry extract is included to support urinary tract health and prevent crystal formation.
Botanicals and antioxidants, including blueberries, cranberries, apples, and spinach, enhance gut health and immune function.
With a crude protein content of 32% and crude fat of 12%, this formula meets the energy needs of indoor cats while maintaining a healthy weight.
Pros:
High-quality protein: Contains 32% crude protein, with fresh deboned chicken as the primary ingredient, supporting muscle maintenance.
Low glycemic carbohydrates: Sweet potato and buckwheat help regulate blood sugar levels and promote sustained energy.
Hairball and dental support: Miscanthus fiber reduces hairball and contributes to oral health.
Urinary tract health: Cranberry extract helps prevent crystal formation and supports a healthy urinary system.
Rich in antioxidants: Botanicals like blueberries, cranberries, apples, and spinach provide essential antioxidants for immune function.
Cons:
Potential allergens: Salmon meal and dried egg products may trigger allergies in some cats.
Moderate fat content: At 12%, fat levels may require portion control for less active indoor cats.
High fiber content: With a maximum of 7%, fiber levels may not be suitable for all cats and could affect stool quality.
Caloric density: At 3,459 kcal/kg, portion control is necessary to prevent weight gain in sedentary indoor cats.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Chicken
- Chicken Meal
- Sweet Potato
- Buckwheat
- Pumpkin
- Lentils
- Salmon Meal
- Dried Egg Product
- Natural Flavour
- Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols And Citric Acid)
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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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