by Halo
Adult
Regular
AAFCO

Halo

Holistic Healthy Grains Wild-Caught Salmon and Whitefish Recipe Adult Dry Cat Food

Adult
Regular
AAFCO
AAFCO adequacy statement provided by the manufacturer
1

First Ingredient

Animal Protein

Flavor

Fish: Salmon

Cat Food Central Quality Score: 71 out of 100
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Available sizes

3 lb
1.4 kg
6 lb
2.7 kg
10 lb
4.5 kg

Summary

Halo Holistic Healthy Grains Wild-Caught Salmon and Whitefish Recipe Adult Dry Cat Food is a complete adult-maintenance kibble designed to support digestive and immune health while providing fish-first animal protein nutrition.

The recipe leads with salmon as the first ingredient, followed by whitefish, delivering highly digestible animal protein and marine omega-3s (0.9%) that help maintain skin and coat health alongside omega-6s (3.6%).

At 33% crude protein and 17% fat with an energy density of 3885 kcal/kg, it supplies ample amino acids and calories to sustain lean muscle and everyday activity in adult cats.

Pork and pork fat enhance protein variety and palatability, while flaxseed and sunflower oil diversify the fatty acid profile for healthy skin and a glossy coat.

A grain-inclusive fiber blend from oats, brown rice, and barley—plus legumes and sweet potatoes—provides fermentable and insoluble fibers (5% crude fiber) to assist stool quality and promote satiety.

The formula features prebiotics, probiotics (Bacillus coagulans at 500,000,000 CFU/lb), and postbiotics to nourish beneficial gut bacteria, support nutrient absorption, and help the immune system function effectively.

Brewers dried yeast and yeast culture supply functional compounds and B-complex nutrients that can contribute to gut integrity and immune resilience.

Taurine is specified at 0.15% to support normal cardiac function, vision, and bile acid conjugation essential for feline health.

Antioxidant support includes vitamin E at 225 IU/kg and rosemary extract, which help protect cells from oxidative stress.

Made without GMO ingredients, corn, wheat, soy, or artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives, it suits owners seeking a natural, grain-inclusive adult formula that meets AAFCO maintenance standards.

 

Pros:

  • Fish-first animal proteins: Salmon as the first ingredient with whitefish provides high-quality amino acids and marine fats to support lean muscle and skin/coat health.
  • Microbiome support trio: Prebiotics, probiotics (Bacillus coagulans 500,000,000 CFU/lb), and postbiotics work together to aid digestion, nutrient uptake, and immune function.
  • Defined omega profile: Omega-3 at 0.9% and omega-6 at 3.6% help maintain a healthy skin barrier, shiny coat, and normal inflammatory balance.
  • Functional fiber system: Oats, brown rice, barley, legumes, and sweet potatoes contribute fermentable and insoluble fibers that support stool quality and satiety.
  • Taurine explicitly included: The 0.15% taurine level supports heart muscle function and retinal health in adult cats.
  • Antioxidant protection: Vitamin E (225 IU/kg) and rosemary extract help safeguard cell membranes from oxidative damage.

 

Cons:

  • Multiple animal proteins: Inclusion of fish and pork may not suit cats that require single-protein, limited-ingredient diets for food sensitivities.
  • Grain and legume content: Oats, brown rice, barley, peas, and chickpeas increase carbohydrate contribution, which may not align with grain-free or lower-carb preferences.
  • Key minerals not disclosed: Calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium levels are not provided, making urinary and renal mineral assessment difficult.
  • EPA/DHA unspecified: While total omega-3 is listed, specific marine omega-3s (EPA and DHA) are not quantified, limiting evaluation of their potency.
  • Ingredient transparency: Use of non-specific “natural flavor” provides less clarity for owners monitoring sensitivities.
  • Calorie density: At 3885 kcal/kg, portions may need careful control for less active or indoor-only adult cats.

 

Nutrition

Ingredients

  • Salmon
  • Whitefish
  • Oats
  • Pork
  • Peas
  • Brewers Dried Yeast
  • Brown Rice
  • Pork Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols)
  • Natural Flavor
  • Sweet Potatoes
  • and also:
Cranberries, Potato Protein, Sunflower Oil, Whole Flaxseed, Yeast Culture, Barley, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Dicalcium Phosphate, Chickpeas, Inulin, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Dried Whey, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Rosemary Extract

Vitamins and Additives

  • Vitamin E 225 IU

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
33%
Crude Fat
17%
Crude Fiber
5%
Moisture
9%
Omega 3
0.9%
Omega 6
3.6%
Metabolizable Energy
3885 kcal/kg
Taurine 0.15%, Bacillus Coagulans 500000000 CFU/lb *Not Recognized As An Essential Nutrient By The AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles

Notes

The score is calculated after relocating fresh meat or fish ingredient(s), as explained in Rule 7: Quality and Location Impact of Meat Ingredients

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
33%
Crude Fat
17%
Crude Fiber
5%
Moisture
9%
Omega 3
0.9%
Omega 6
3.6%
Metabolizable Energy
3885 kcal/kg
Taurine 0.15%, Bacillus Coagulans 500000000 CFU/lb *Not Recognized As An Essential Nutrient By The AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles
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Product changes

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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.

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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.