by Paunchy
Adult
Regular

Paunchy

Salmon & Anchovy Adult Cat Food

Adult
Regular
1

First Ingredient

Animal Protein

Flavor

Fish: Salmon

Cat Food Central Quality Score: 69 out of 100
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Available sizes

15 kg
33.1 lb

Summary

Paunchy Salmon & Anchovy Adult Cat Food Adult Regular is a dry adult formula centered on fish-based proteins to support lean muscle and everyday vitality.
The first ingredient is salmon protein at 20%, providing highly digestible animal amino acids as the primary protein driver.
Additional anchovy meal (5%) and salmon oil add marine nutrients, including EPA and DHA, that nourish skin and coat and help modulate normal inflammatory responses.
At 38% crude protein and 18% fat, the recipe delivers a high-protein, energy-dense profile suited to active adult cats or those maintaining lean mass.
A multi-fiber blend—beet pulp, pea fiber, processed lignocellulose, and apple fiber—adds both soluble and insoluble fiber to support digestion, stool quality, and regularity.
The prebiotic chitosan oligosaccharide helps feed beneficial gut bacteria, supporting a stable microbiome and nutrient absorption.
Taurine is included to safeguard heart function and vision, an essential requirement for all cats.
A robust micronutrient fortification features vitamin E (500 mg), vitamin C (400 mg), vitamin A (20,000 IU), and vitamin D3 (1,200 IU) to provide antioxidant support, immune health, and calcium-phosphorus metabolism.
B-complex support—thiamine (8 mg), riboflavin (5 mg), niacin (80 mg), pyridoxine (4 mg), folic acid (1.2 mg), biotin (0.2 mg), vitamin B12 (0.05 mg), and choline chloride (2,500 mg)—backs energy metabolism, skin integrity, and nervous system health.
The inclusion of corn, rice, and corn gluten raises carbohydrate content and adds plant-derived protein, which some owners may prefer to limit in feline diets, while ash sits at a moderate 7%.

Pros
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1

Primary fish protein focus

Salmon protein (20%) and anchovy meal (5%) supply highly digestible animal amino acids to maintain lean muscle in adult cats.
2

Marine omega support

Salmon oil and fish ingredients provide EPA/DHA to promote skin and coat health and support normal inflammatory balance.
3

Digestive fiber and prebiotic blend

Beet pulp, pea fiber, processed lignocellulose, apple fiber, and chitosan oligosaccharide help regulate stools, feed beneficial microbes, and aid nutrient absorption.
4

Strong antioxidant and immune support

Vitamin E (500 mg) and vitamin C (400 mg) provide antioxidant protection, while vitamin A (20,000 IU) and D3 (1,200 IU) support vision, immunity, and mineral metabolism.
5

B-vitamin and choline fortification

Thiamine, riboflavin, niacin (80 mg), pyridoxine, B12, folic acid, biotin, and choline chloride (2,500 mg) sustain energy production, skin/coat health, and nervous system function.
6

Taurine inclusion

Supports cardiac function and retinal health, a critical requirement for felines.
Cons
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1

High fat level

At 18% crude fat, the diet is energy-dense and may be less suitable for sedentary or weight-prone adult cats.
2

Grains and plant protein concentrates

Corn, rice, and corn gluten add carbohydrates and plant-derived protein, which some pet parents aim to limit for obligate carnivores.
3

Dairy-derived ingredient

Dried whey can introduce lactose and dairy proteins that may cause digestive upset in lactose- or dairy-sensitive cats.
4

Moderate ash content

A 7% ash level may warrant caution for cats with known urinary or kidney sensitivities.
5

Limited transparency on key nutrients

Omega-3/omega-6 levels and essential mineral values (calcium, phosphorus, magnesium) are not disclosed, making it hard to assess fatty acid balance and urinary/bone support.
6

Multiple protein sources

The mix of fish, dairy, and yeast may not suit cats on strict elimination diets for food sensitivities.

Nutrition

Ingredients

  • Salmon Protein 20%
  • Corn
  • Rice
  • Anchovy Meal 5%
  • Salmon Oil
  • Corn Gluten
  • Dried Whey
  • Dried Sugar Beet Pulp
  • Processed Lignocellulose
  • Pea Fiber
  • and also:
Apple Fiber, Carob, Flavoring, Brewer’s Yeast, Vitamins And Minerals, Prebiotic (Chitosan Oligosaccharide), Taurine, Antioxidants

Vitamins and Additives

  • Vitamin A 20000 IU
  • Vitamin B1 8 mg
  • Vitamin B2 5 mg
  • Vitamin B6 4 mg
  • Vitamin B12 0.05 mg/kg
  • Vitamin C 400 mg/kg
  • Vitamin D3 1200 IU
  • Vitamin E 500 mg/kg
  • and also:
Niacin 80 mg, Calcium D-Pantothenate 7 mg, Biotin 0.2 mg, Folic Acid 1.2 mg, Choline Chloride 2,500 mg, Zinc 100 mg, Manganese 10 mg, Iron 80 mg, Copper 15 mg, L-Methionine 2,500 mg, Taurine 3,000 mg, Cranberry Extract 100 mg, Blueberry Extract 100 mg, L-Carnitine 300 mg

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
38%
Crude Fat
18%
Crude Fiber
2.5%
Crude Ash
7%

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
38%
Crude Fat
18%
Crude Fiber
2.5%
Crude Ash
7%
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