OptiMeal
Adult Duck and Vegetables Grain Free
Summary
OptiMeal Adult Duck and Vegetables Grain-Free is a premium dry cat food for adult cats. It focuses on optimal weight management, digestive health, and immunity support.
The grain-free and gluten-free formula reduces food allergy risks while minimizing strain on the digestive system, making it suitable for sensitive cats.
It supports muscle development and maintenance with 38% crude protein and 72.65% derived from animal sources like dehydrated duck protein (35%) and fresh deboned duck meat (5%).
Vegetables, including pumpkin, peas, and carrots, are low-glycemic carbohydrates. They reduce diabetes risk and offer natural fiber and essential vitamins.
Omega-3 (4.8 g/kg) and omega-6 (32.8 g/kg) fatty acids, paired with zinc and biotin, promote a healthy coat and skin.
It is fortified with Immunity Support Mix, prebiotics (Actigen®), and natural antioxidants, which ensure robust immune health and overall vitality.
Pros:
- Grain-Free and Digestive Support: Gluten-free composition reduces allergy risks and protects the digestive system.
- High-Quality Protein: This product provides 38% crude protein, with 72.65% coming from animal sources, including duck, for muscle maintenance.
- Weight and Diabetes Management: Low-glycemic vegetables and a 20% fat content support healthy weight and reduce the risk of diabetes.
- Enhanced Skin and Coat: Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, biotin, and zinc contribute to a shiny coat and healthy skin.
- Immunity Boost: Immunity Support Mix and prebiotics like Actigen® enhance gut health and immunity.
- Natural Ingredients: Incorporates herbs, berries, and vegetables for added nutrients and antioxidants.
Cons:
- Moderate Fresh Meat Inclusion: Contains only 5% fresh duck meat, relying more on dehydrated protein sources.
- Carbohydrate Presence: Includes tapioca, potatoes, and peas, which may concern cats requiring a lower-carb diet.
- Fiber Content: Crude fiber (1.7%) may not be sufficient for cats prone to hairballs or needing more digestive support.
- No Live Probiotics: While Actigen® aids digestion, the absence of live probiotics may limit additional gut health benefits.
- Artificial Additives: Includes EU-permitted antioxidants and preservatives, which may not appeal to all pet owners.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Dehydrated duck protein (no less than) 35%
- Chicken fat
- Potato protein
- Tapioca
- Dried potatoes
- Potato starch
- Deboned duck meat 5%
- Hydrolyzed animal protein 3.5%
- Minerals
- Salmon oil
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Vitamins and Additives
- Vitamin A 15000 IU
- Vitamin B6 6 mg/kg
- Vitamin C 200 mg/kg
- Vitamin D3 750 IU
- Vitamin E 600 mg/kg
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Guaranteed Analysis
Guaranteed Analysis
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Product changes
- First Ingredient changed from Dehydrated duck protein -> Dehydrated duck protein (no less than)
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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.
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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