Canadian Naturals
Chicken & Rice Cat Recipe
Summary
Canadian Naturals Chicken & Rice Cat Recipe is a GMO-free dry cat food formulated for cats and kittens of all life stages.
The primary protein source is chicken meal, providing a minimum of 30% crude protein to support muscle development and maintenance.
Oatmeal and brown rice are the primary carbohydrate sources, offering digestible energy and fiber while maintaining a gluten-free formula.
Chicken fat, stabilized with mixed tocopherols, is included to provide essential fatty acids and enhance palatability.
A blend of fruits and vegetables, including apples, blueberries, carrots, spinach, and cranberries, provides natural antioxidants and vitamins.
Flaxseed contributes omega-3 (0.31%) and omega-6 (3.1%) fatty acids to support skin and coat health.
Chicory root and yucca schidigera extract aid in digestion and help reduce stool odor.
With 18% crude fat and an energy density of 444 kcal/cup, this formula is designed to meet the energy needs of active cats and kittens.
Pros:
High-quality protein source: Chicken meal as the first ingredient provides a minimum of 30% crude protein, ensuring substantial muscle maintenance.
Balanced carbohydrate composition: Oatmeal and brown rice supply steady energy and dietary fiber to support digestion.
Rich in omega fatty acids, flaxseed and fish meal contain Omega-6 (3.1%) and omega-3 (0.31%), which contribute to skin and coat health.
Antioxidant support: Apples, blueberries, cranberries, and spinach offer natural antioxidants to promote immune health.
Digestive aid: Chicory root and yucca schidigera extract help improve gut health and reduce stool odor.
Cons:
Moderate fiber content: At 3.5% maximum, it may not provide enough fiber for cats with digestive issues requiring higher fiber intake.
Potential allergens: Fish meal and flaxseed could trigger sensitivities in cats with specific dietary intolerances.
Caloric density: At 444 kcal/cup, portion control is necessary for less active cats to prevent weight gain.
Oatmeal and brown rice as carbohydrate sources: While digestible, these grains may not suit cats with grain sensitivities.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Chicken Meal
- Oatmeal
- Peas
- Chicken Fat (Stabilized With Mixed Tocopherols, A Natural Source Of Vitamin E)
- Brown Rice
- Fish Meal
- Natural Flavour
- Flaxseed
- Phosphoric Acid
- Potassium Chloride
- and also:
Guaranteed Analysis
Guaranteed Analysis
More products from Canadian Naturals
Grain Free Whitefish Cat Recipe
Grain Free Salmon Cat Recipe - Limited Ingredient Diet
Turkey & Salmon Cat Recipe
Alternative Products
We compare key factors such as overall score, life stage, and category, along with core nutritional values like protein, fat, fiber, and metabolizable energy.
While not identical, these products fall within a defined range to offer nutritionally comparable options.
Original Ultra - Chicken Meal & Salmon Meal Recipe
Viva La Venison Entree
Prey - Angus Beef Limited Ingredient
Daily Nutrition - Chicken With Sweet Potato & Quinoa
Chicken Meal & Brown Rice Recipe
Found a mistake?
Missing info?
Provide as many details as possible about Canadian Naturals: Chicken & Rice Cat Recipe so we can make it better!
Thank you!
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.
Didn't find a dry food?
Provide as many details as you can so we can analyze the missing product and add it.
[quillforms id="14695" width="100%" min_height="500px" max_height="auto"]