Summary
Chicopee Holistic HNL Adult Urinary is a specialized dry food designed to support the urinary health of adult and senior cats, particularly those with sensitive urinary tracts.
The formula features low protein (25%) and reduced minerals, effectively minimizing metabolic by-products and relieving stress on the kidneys and urinary system.
This gluten-free recipe utilizes easily digestible carbohydrates like rice (14%) and peas, making it ideal for cats with sensitive stomachs or gluten intolerances.
Enhanced with 9.5% liver (fresh and dried), the recipe provides a highly palatable experience that appeals even to fussy eaters.
The inclusion of functional ingredients like cranberries, blueberries, and beta-glucans promotes urinary health and supports the immune system.
0.7% salmon oil and flaxseed provide omega fatty acids for skin and coat health, while green-lipped mussels aid joint care.
Pros:
- Urinary Health Support: Low phosphorus (0.63%), calcium (0.73%), and magnesium (0.07%) reduce the risk of urinary stone formation.
- Digestibility: Gluten-free and easily digestible carbohydrates like rice and peas cater to cats with sensitive stomachs.
- Palatability: Includes 9.5% fresh and dried liver, enhancing flavor and making it suitable for picky eaters.
- Immune Boost: Antioxidant-rich ingredients like cranberries, blueberries, and marigold flowers support the immune system and reduce oxidative stress.
- Skin and Coat Care: Salmon oil and flaxseed contain omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which promote healthy skin and a shiny coat.
Cons:
- Low Protein Content: With 25% crude protein, it may not meet the needs of highly active cats requiring more protein for muscle maintenance.
- High Fat Level: The 21.5% fat content may not be suitable for cats prone to obesity or those requiring weight management.
- Specialized Formula: This may not be ideal for cats without urinary health concerns or specific dietary restrictions.
- Fiber Content: The crude fiber level of 4.5% may not suit cats unaccustomed to high-fiber diets, potentially affecting digestion.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Poultry (fresh and dehydrated) 25%
- Rice flour
- Rice 14%
- Animal fat
- Liver (fresh and dried) 9.5%
- Cretons (dehydrated)
- Dried beet pulp
- Meat hydrolysate
- Pea fiber
- Potato protein
- and also:
Vitamins and Additives
- Vitamin A 26000 IU
- Vitamin D3 1500 IU
- Vitamin E 600 mg/kg
- and also:
Technological additives: Antioxidants.
Guaranteed Analysis
Guaranteed Analysis
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HNL Adult No Grain
HNL Adult Hair & Skin
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Why this score?
- 37% carbohydrates of combination R-27
- Low protein content-22
- Unknown source of main fat ingredient-3
- Additional source of animal protein (greaves) at 6th place1
- 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.