Optimanova
Sterilised Chicken & Rice
Summary
Optimanova Sterilised Chicken & Rice is specially designed for sterilized adult cats, addressing their reduced activity and increased appetite.
The recipe includes 30% fresh chicken and 23.2% dehydrated chicken meat, ensuring high-quality animal protein for muscle maintenance.
A moderate fat content of 11% and added L-carnitine (200 mg/kg) helps convert fat into energy and manage body weight.
The inclusion of 10% rice and FOS (0.1%) promotes digestive health and supports a balanced gut microbiome.
Omega-3 (0.2%) and omega-6 (2%) fatty acids and zinc enhance skin regeneration and maintain a shiny coat.
This grain-inclusive formula is free from artificial preservatives, relying on natural antioxidants for health and longevity.
Prebiotics and yucca extract (170 mg/kg) improve intestinal health and reduce stool odor for a better indoor environment.
Manufactured with premium ingredients, it ensures optimal safety and nutritional value for sterilized cats.
Pros:
- High chicken content: 30% fresh and 23.2% dehydrated chicken provide high-quality protein for muscle preservation.
- Weight management support: 11% fat and L-carnitine help maintain a healthy weight and prevent fat accumulation.
- Digestive health: FOS and MOS promote a balanced microbiome, enhancing nutrient absorption.
- Skin and coat benefits: Omega fatty acids and zinc nourish the skin and maintain a shiny, healthy coat.
- Natural antioxidants: Citric extracts protect against oxidative stress and support overall vitality.
Cons:
- Moderate omega-3 content: At 0.2%, omega-3 levels may be lower than some fish-based formulas.
- Presence of maize: Corn is less digestible for some cats and may cause sensitivities in those with grain allergies.
- Plant-based protein contribution: Ingredients like rice protein and potato protein may dilute the overall quality of animal protein.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Freshly Prepared Chicken 30%
- Dehydrated Chicken Protein 23.2%
- Peas
- Corn
- Rice 4%
- Rice Bran
- Fermentation Protein
- Lignocellulose
- Hydrolysed chicken
- Corn Gluten
- and also:
Vitamins and Additives
- Vitamin A 18000 IU
- Vitamin C 40 mg/kg
- Vitamin D3 1600 IU
- Vitamin E 650 mg/kg
- and also:
Technological additives: antioxidants: tocopherol extracts of vegetable oils
Zootechnical additives: acidity regulators: ammonium chloride 4,000 mg/kg
Guaranteed Analysis
Notes
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Product changes
- Crude ash changed from 7% -> 8%
- First Ingredient changed from Fresh chicken -> Freshly Prepared Chicken
- First Ingredient Value changed from 40% -> 30%
- 2nd Ingredient changed from Dehydrated chicken meat -> Dehydrated Chicken Protein
- 2nd Ingredient Value changed from 30% -> 23.2%
- 3rd Ingredient changed from Rice -> Peas
- 3rd Ingredient Value changed from 10% -> %
- 4th Ingredient changed from Maize -> Corn
- 5th Ingredient changed from Hydrolysed Chicken Liver -> Rice
- 5th Ingredient Value changed from 5% -> 4%
- 6th Ingredient changed from Rice Protein -> Rice Bran
- 7th Ingredient changed from Beetroot Pulp -> Fermentation Protein
- 8th Ingredient changed from Vegetable Fibres (Cellulose) -> Lignocellulose
- 9th Ingredient changed from Chicken Oil -> Chicken Hydrolyzate
- 10th Ingredient changed from Potato Protein -> Corn Gluten
- Score changed from 66 -> 77
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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.
Putting all of these and more into a formula results in a product score.
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