Summary
JosiCat Crispy Duck is a dry food formulated for adult cats. It offers a balanced nutritional profile based on moderate animal protein and essential nutrients for coat health and vitality.
The recipe contains 72% of total protein from animal origin, with dried duck protein making up 4% of the formula. This contributes to amino acid diversity and palatability for selective cats.
Cereals and vegetable derivatives serve as the primary carbohydrate sources, offering digestible energy but increasing the plant content in the overall formulation.
Fish and fish derivatives are included without further specification, likely enhancing protein complexity and providing a minor source of essential fatty acids.
The fat content is moderate at 9%, derived from oils and animal fats. This supports coat shine and contributes to caloric density suitable for both indoor and outdoor adult cats.
Taurine is provided at 1,000 mg/kg, meeting the essential cardiovascular and retinal support requirement in adult felines.
The formula excludes soy, dairy, sugar, and artificial preservatives, colors, or flavors, aligning with dietary preferences for ingredient simplicity and lower allergenic risk.
Chelated forms of zinc and copper are included, enhancing trace mineral absorption to support immune health, coat quality, and metabolic function.
Pros:
Animal-derived protein: 72% of total protein from animal origin, including duck and fish derivatives, helps meet feline amino acid requirements.
Coat and skin nutrients: Essential fatty acids, vitamin E (100 mg/kg), and chelated zinc contribute to skin barrier function and coat condition.
Chelated trace minerals: Zinc and copper are provided in chelated form for better absorption and biological use in supporting immunity and tissue repair.
Additive-free recipe: Free from artificial colors, flavors, preservatives, soy, and added sugars, supporting a more natural approach to adult cat feeding.
Taurine support: Taurine is present at 1,000 mg/kg, offering complete support for feline heart and eye health.
Cons:
Low meat specificity: Only 4% of the food is considered duck protein, while other meat sources are generalized as “meat and animal derivatives.”
Grain content: Cereals form the base of the formula and may be unsuitable for cats with grain sensitivities or those on a low-carbohydrate diet.
Lower protein and fat: With 27% protein and 9% fat, the formula may not support very active cats or those with higher energy demands.
Undisclosed fish content: The “fish and fish derivatives” listing lacks specificity, which may concern owners monitoring for particular allergens or ingredient transparency.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Cereals
- Meat and animal by-products (dried duck protein 4%)
- Vegetable by-products
- Fish and fish by-products
- Oils and fats
- Minerals
Vitamins and Additives
- Vitamin A 15000 IU
- Vitamin B1 10 mg/kg
- Vitamin B2 15 mg/kg
- Vitamin B6 15 mg/kg
- Vitamin B12 90 mcg
- Vitamin D 1.5 IU
- Vitamin D3 1500 IU
- Vitamin E 100 mg/kg
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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.
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