by Nature’s Promise
ALS
Regular

Nature’s Promise

Complete Essentials Chicken & Brown Rice Dry Cat Food

ALS
Regular
1

First Ingredient

Animal Protein

Flavor

Chicken

Cat Food Central Quality Score: 72 out of 100
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Available sizes

50.4 oz
1428.8 g

Summary

Nature’s Promise Complete Essentials Chicken & Brown Rice Dry Cat Food is a poultry-forward, all‑life‑stages kibble designed to provide complete nutrition for indoor and outdoor cats.
Real chicken is the first ingredient, backed by chicken meal and turkey meal, supplying concentrated, highly digestible animal protein to support lean muscle maintenance.
At 35% crude protein and 16% fat with an energy density of 3650 kcal/kg, it delivers robust nourishment suitable for growing, adult, and active cats when portions are appropriately managed.
Chicken fat supplies essential energy and linoleic acid (2.5% min), while flaxseed and menhaden fish meal contribute omega‑3s (0.5% min) to promote healthy skin and a shiny coat.
The grain blend—oatmeal, pearled barley, and brown rice—provides digestible carbohydrates along with soluble and insoluble fibers to help sustain energy and support regular stools.
Tomato pomace and added fructooligosaccharides offer functional fiber and prebiotic support for gut microbiota and consistent stool quality.
Taurine at 0.16% supports normal heart function, vision, and reproductive health in cats.
Vitamins and antioxidants, including vitamin E (150 IU/kg), vitamin A (10,000 IU/kg), and dried cranberries, help protect cells and support immune defenses.
A declared mineral profile with calcium at 1.5% and phosphorus at 1.2%, plus added selenium (0.35 mg/kg), supports bone, tooth, and antioxidant enzyme functions across life stages.
The recipe avoids corn, wheat, soy, animal by‑product meal, and artificial flavors or synthetic colors, while using natural preservatives such as mixed tocopherols and citric acid.

Pros
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1

Animal-protein led formula

Chicken, chicken meal, and turkey meal head the list, delivering 35% protein to support lean muscle across life stages.
2

Skin and coat nutrition

Linoleic acid (2.5% min) and total omega-6 (3.5% min) plus omega-3 (0.5% min) from chicken fat, flaxseed, and menhaden fish meal help maintain a healthy skin barrier and glossy coat.
3

Digestive and stool support

Oatmeal, barley, brown rice, tomato pomace, and prebiotic fructooligosaccharides provide fermentable and structural fibers that support gut microbiota and regular stools.
4

Cardiac and vision protection

Taurine at 0.16% directly supports heart muscle function and retinal health—critical nutrients for all cats.
5

Antioxidant and micronutrient profile

Vitamin E (150 IU/kg), vitamin A (10,000 IU/kg), cranberries, and selenium (0.35 mg/kg) aid immune defenses and oxidative stress control.
6

Clean-label exclusions

No corn, wheat, soy, animal by-product meal, or artificial flavors/colors; preserved naturally with mixed tocopherols and citric acid.
Cons
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1

Not a limited-ingredient diet

Multiple animal proteins (chicken, turkey, and fish) may not suit cats requiring single-protein formulas for food sensitivities.
2

Contains cereal grains

Oatmeal, barley, and brown rice add carbohydrates, which may not align with owners seeking grain-free or very low-carb diets.
3

Unspecified marine omega-3s

While omega-3s are declared at 0.5% min, EPA/DHA amounts are not provided, making anti-inflammatory omega-3 levels unclear.
4

“Natural flavor” is non-specific

The palatant source is not identified, which may be a concern for highly sensitive or allergy-prone cats.
5

Key urinary mineral not listed

Magnesium content is not disclosed, limiting assessment for owners focused on urinary tract management.
6

Calorie density requires portion control

With 3650 kcal/kg and 16% fat, sedentary indoor cats may need careful measuring to avoid excess weight gain.

Nutrition

Ingredients

  • Chicken
  • Chicken Meal
  • Turkey Meal
  • Oatmeal
  • Pearled Barley
  • Brown Rice
  • Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols)
  • Tomato Pomace
  • Natural Flavor
  • Flaxseed
  • and also:
Menhaden Fish Meal, Salt, Choline Chloride, Fructooligosaccharides, Potassium Chloride Dried Cranberries, Dried Kelp, Vitamin E Supplement, Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols (to Preserve Freshness), Citric Acid (to Preserve Freshness), Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Zinc Sulfate, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Vitamin A Supplement, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Folic Acid, Manganese Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Rosemary Extract

Vitamins and Additives

  • Vitamin A 10000 IU
  • Vitamin E 150 IU

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
35%
Crude Fat
16%
Crude Fiber
4%
Moisture
12%
Calcium
1.5%
Phosphorus
1.2%
Omega 3
0.5%
Omega 6
3.5%
Metabolizable Energy
3650 kcal/kg
Linoleic Acid (Min) 2.50%, Selenium (Min) 0.35 mg/kg, Taurine (Min) 0.16%

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
35%
Crude Fat
16%
Crude Fiber
4%
Moisture
12%
Calcium
1.5%
Phosphorus
1.2%
Omega 3
0.5%
Omega 6
3.5%
Metabolizable Energy
3650 kcal/kg
Linoleic Acid (Min) 2.50%, Selenium (Min) 0.35 mg/kg, Taurine (Min) 0.16%
Note: This product isn’t regularly monitored, and information may be outdated. Feel free to share updates via the feedback button.

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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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