
Halo
Holistic Healthy Grains Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Adult Dry Cat Food
Summary
Halo Holistic Healthy Grains Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Adult Dry Cat Food is a complete and balanced dry food for adult indoor and outdoor cats, formulated to meet AAFCO maintenance standards while emphasizing digestive and immune support.
The first ingredient is deboned chicken, certified cage-free by the Global Animal Partnership, providing highly digestible animal protein to maintain lean muscle and overall body condition.
Additional animal sources such as pork and dried egg complement the amino acid profile, supporting complete protein nutrition.
At 33% crude protein and 17% fat with a metabolizable energy of 3910 kcal/kg, the recipe offers an energy-dense macronutrient balance appropriate for many healthy adult cats.
Whole grains like brown rice and oats, along with legumes and tubers, contribute digestible carbohydrates and fermentable fiber that help sustain steady energy and promote regular stools.
Prebiotic inulin and functional yeast culture nourish beneficial gut microbes, supporting a balanced microbiome and healthy digestion.
A guaranteed 500,000,000 CFU/lb of Bacillus coagulans adds live probiotic support to aid food breakdown and nutrient absorption.
Postbiotic compounds from fermentation ingredients further reinforce immune function and gut barrier integrity.
Salmon oil and whole flaxseed supply omega fatty acids, with omega-3 at 0.9% and omega-6 at 3.6%, to support skin and coat condition and a healthy inflammatory response.
Taurine at a minimum of 0.15% and vitamin E at 225 IU/kg help protect heart and vision health and provide antioxidant defense.
Pros:
- Animal-first protein: Deboned chicken as the first ingredient provides highly digestible animal amino acids to maintain lean muscle.
- Microbiome support trio: Prebiotics (inulin), probiotics (Bacillus coagulans at 500,000,000 CFU/lb), and postbiotics work together to promote digestion, nutrient uptake, and immune resilience.
- Skin and coat nutrients: Salmon oil and flaxseed deliver omega-3 (0.9%) and omega-6 (3.6%) fatty acids that support skin health, coat shine, and inflammatory balance.
- Essential heart and antioxidant support: Taurine (0.15% min) and vitamin E (225 IU/kg) help maintain cardiac function, vision, and cellular protection.
- Free from certain additives and grains of concern: Made without corn, wheat, soy, GMO ingredients, or artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives, which suits owners seeking a simpler, cleaner label.
Cons:
- Multiple protein sources: Chicken, pork, and egg may limit suitability for cats needing single-protein, limited-ingredient diets for dietary trials.
- Grain- and legume-inclusive: Brown rice, oats, and peas contribute carbohydrates, which may not align with preferences for lower-carb or grain-free feeding approaches.
- Energy-dense formula: With 17% fat and 3910 kcal/kg, careful portion control may be necessary for less active indoor cats to maintain a healthy weight.
- Moderate fiber level: Crude fiber at 5% can increase stool bulk or frequency in some cats sensitive to higher fiber.
- Key minerals not disclosed: Calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium levels are not provided, making urinary health assessment more difficult for owners who monitor these values.
- Single-strain probiotic: Reliance on Bacillus coagulans alone may offer narrower microbial support than multi-strain blends.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Deboned Chicken
- Brown Rice
- Pork
- Oats
- Brewers Dried Yeast
- Peas
- Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols)
- Natural Flavor
- Dried Egg Product
- Sweet Potatoes
- and also:
Vitamins and Additives
- Vitamin E 225 IU
Guaranteed Analysis
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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.
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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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