Hairball Chicken & Rice

by Optimanova
Adult
Hairball
Hypoallergenic

Optimanova

Hairball Chicken & Rice

Adult
Hairball
Indoor and Outdoor
Hypoallergenic

First Ingredient

Animal Protein

Flavor

Chicken
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63
/100
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Summary

Optimanova Hairball Chicken & Rice is a specialized dry food that prevents hairball formation and promotes digestion in adult cats.

The formula includes 40% fresh chicken and 30% dehydrated chicken meat, providing high-quality animal protein for muscle maintenance and overall health.

It features dietary fiber sources, including vegetable fibers, beet pulp, and cellulose, which create a “drag effect” to help move hair through the digestive tract.

Omega-3 (0.8%) and omega-6 (3.0%) fatty acids support a shiny coat and healthy skin while enhancing cardiovascular health.

With 10% rice and prebiotics like FOS (0.1%) and MOS (0.1%), it supports a balanced gut microbiome and improves nutrient absorption.

Enriched with yucca extract (170 mg/kg), it reduces stool odor and promotes a comfortable indoor environment.

It ensures optimal safety and nutritional value, manufactured with natural antioxidants and no artificial preservatives.

 

Pros:

  • High chicken content: 40% fresh and 30% dehydrated chicken provide high-quality protein for optimal nutrition.
  • Hairball control: Fiber-rich ingredients aid in preventing hairball formation and support smooth digestion.
  • Skin and coat health: Omega fatty acids and zinc maintain a shiny coat and healthy skin.
  • Digestive health support: Prebiotics FOS and MOS promote gut health by enhancing beneficial bacteria and reducing harmful flora.
  • Natural antioxidants: Citric extracts combat free radicals, enhancing overall vitality and longevity.

 

Cons:

  • Moderate protein level: At 31.5%, protein content may not suit highly active cats requiring higher protein levels.
  • Presence of maize: Maize is included, which may not suit cats with grain sensitivities or allergies.
  • Plant-based protein inclusion: Ingredients like maize gluten and potato protein may reduce the biological value of the protein profile.

 

Nutrition

Ingredients

  • Fresh Chicken 40%
  • Dehydrated Chicken Meat 30%
  • Rice 10%
  • Maize
  • Chicken Oil
  • Hydrolysed Chicken Liver 5%
  • Maize Gluten
  • Beetroot pulp
  • Vegetable fibres
  • Yeast
  • and also:
Potato Protein, Fish Oil, Sodium Chloride, Malt Extract, Sodium Polyphosphates, Inuline (0,1%, Source Of Fructooligosaccharides), Manano-Oligosaccharides (0.1%),Potassium Chloride

Vitamins and Additives

  • Vitamin A 18000 IU
  • Vitamin C 65 mg/kg
  • Vitamin D3 1500 IU
  • Vitamin E 500 mg/kg
  • and also:
L-Taurine 975 mg/Kg, DL-methionine 500 mg/Kg. Iron (Ferrous sulphate monohydrate) 204 mg/Kg, Iodine (Potassium Iodide) 3.5 mg/Kg, Copper (Cupric Sulphate Pentahydrate) 10 mg/Kg, Manganese (Manganous Sulphate Monohydrate) 9 mg/Kg. Zinc (zinc oxide) 150 mg/Kg. Selenium (sodium selenite) 0.23 mg/Kg, citric extracts rich in bioflavonoids 750 mg/Kg. Yucca extract 170 mg/Kg.

Protected with natural antioxidants (tocopherols) with antiaging effect that eliminates free radicals (that may motivate the formation of tumours).

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
31.5%
Crude Fat
16%
Crude Fiber
4%
Moisture
9%
Crude Ash
7.1%
Calcium
1.2%
Phosphorus
0.9%
Omega 3
0.8%
Omega 6
3%

Notes

The score is calculated after relocation of fresh meat or fish ingredient(s) as explained in the calculation rule #7 in Chapter 1.

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
31.5%
Crude Fat
16%
Crude Fiber
4%
Moisture
9%
Crude Ash
7.1%
Calcium
1.2%
Phosphorus
0.9%
Omega 3
0.8%
Omega 6
3%
Last reviewed: 12-02-2025 04:04
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Why this score?

  • 35.6% carbohydrates of combination RC
    -27
  • Low protein content
    -15
  • Gluten at 6th place after meat
    -1
  • Fresh chicken at 1st place
    2
  • Dehydrated poultry at 1st place
    4
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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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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.