Summary
Chicopee Holistic Nature Line Kitten is a complete and balanced dry food designed for kittens up to 12 months old and pregnant and lactating cats.
The formula features 40% poultry (fresh and dehydrated) as the primary protein source, complemented by 9.5% liver (fresh and dry) for enhanced palatability and nutritional value.
The recipe includes rice and rice flour as easily digestible carbohydrate sources, making it suitable for kittens with sensitive digestive systems.
With 33.5% protein and 21% fat, it provides the necessary energy and nutrients for growth and healthy development.
Functional ingredients such as salmon oil, flaxseed, and yucca support skin health, coat quality, and digestion.
Added green-lipped mussel extract contributes to joint health, while cranberries and blueberries provide antioxidants for immune support.
The presence of chelated minerals ensures optimal nutrient absorption, and taurine supports heart and eye health.
Pros:
- Balanced protein and fat: At 33.5% protein and 21% fat, it meets the energy and growth needs of kittens.
- High-quality poultry: The 40% poultry content (fresh and dehydrated) ensures an excellent source of digestible animal protein.
- Functional ingredients: Green-lipped mussel extract, flaxseed, and salmon oil promote joint health, skin, and coat condition.
- Chelated minerals: Zinc and other chelated minerals improve bioavailability and nutrient utilization.
- Natural antioxidants: Cranberries and blueberries support immune function and protect against oxidative stress.
Cons:
- Moderate fat level: The 21% fat content may be unsuitable for sedentary or overweight-prone kittens.
- Carbohydrate inclusion: Rice and rice flour add significant carbohydrates, which are less ideal for obligate carnivores.
- Plant protein contribution: Ingredients like peas and pea fiber contribute plant-based proteins, which are less bioavailable than animal proteins.
- Magnesium levels: The magnesium content (0.08%) may be lower than optimal for some kittens’ urinary health needs.
- Antioxidant detail: The type of antioxidants used is not explicitly stated, leaving questions about their naturalness or safety.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Poultry (fresh and dehydrated) 40%
- Rice
- Rice flour
- Liver (fresh and dehydrated) 9.5%
- Animal fat
- Meat hydrolysate
- Cretons (dehydrated)
- Dried beet pulp
- Flaxseed
- Peas (dehydrated) 0.7%
- and also:
Vitamins and Additives
- Vitamin A 24000 IU
- Vitamin D3 1400 IU
- Vitamin E 550 mg/kg
- and also:
Technological additives: Antioxidants.
Guaranteed Analysis
Guaranteed Analysis
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Why this score?
- 30% carbohydrates of combination R-20
- Low protein content-13
- Unknown source of main fat ingredient-3
- Dehydrated poultry at 1st place4
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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.