Summary
Prins VitalCare Kitten is a premium dry kibble formulated for kittens aged 4 weeks to 12 months. It is designed to support healthy growth, a robust immune system, and optimal bone and joint development.
The formula contains 34% crude protein, 34% of which is derived from dehydrated poultry. This provides easily digestible, high-quality protein to support muscle growth and development.
With 22% crude fat, the recipe meets the high energy needs of kittens during their growth stages, as well as pregnant and nursing cats.
Vitamins and minerals, including vitamin D, zinc, and selenium, bolster the immune system and support overall resilience during a critical development period.
Including calcium (1.5%) and phosphorus (1.1%) supports bone strength and joint health, promoting mobility and physical development.
Added fish, linseed, and inulin enhance skin and coat health while supporting digestive efficiency for growing kittens.
Pros:
- Protein-Rich for Growth: Contains 34% crude protein from 34% dehydrated poultry, aiding in muscle mass development and overall growth.
- Energy-Dense Formula: With 22% fat content, it meets the dietary needs of active kittens and pregnant and nursing cats.
- Immune System Support: Vitamins (D, zinc, selenium) and fish oil strengthen immunity during critical growth stages.
- Bone and Joint Health: Balanced calcium (1.5%) and phosphorus (1.1%) levels promote healthy skeletal development and mobility.
- Digestive Health: Chicory pulp and inulin improve gut health, aiding nutrient absorption and reducing digestive sensitivities.
- Shiny Coat and Healthy Skin: Linseed and fish oils promote a glossy coat and skin vitality, improving appearance.
Cons:
- Carbohydrate-Heavy: This category includes corn, corn gluten, and rice, which contribute to a higher carbohydrate content that may not align with obligate carnivore diets.
- Moderate Omega-3 Content: While fish oil is included, omega-3 levels are not explicitly detailed, which may limit anti-inflammatory benefits.
- No Fresh Meat Inclusion: Relies on 34% dehydrated poultry rather than fresh or whole meat ingredients, which some owners prefer.
- Artificial Preservatives: This product contains EU-permitted preservatives and antioxidants, which may not appeal to those seeking an entirely natural diet.
- Lacks Live Probiotics: While inulin is present to support digestion, live probiotics are not included for additional gut health benefits.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Dehydrated poultry 34%
- Corn
- Corn gluten
- Poultry fat
- Rice
- Beef fat
- Whole egg powder 3.5%
- Dried chicory pulp
- Chicken liver hydrolysate
- Linseed oil
- and also:
Guaranteed Analysis
Guaranteed Analysis
More products from Prins
VitalCare Sterilised
VitalCare Senior
VitalCare Indoor
VitalCare Multicat
Alternative Products
We compare key factors such as overall score, life stage, and category, along with core nutritional values like protein, fat, fiber, and metabolizable energy.
While not identical, these products fall within a defined range to offer nutritionally comparable options.
LifeStages Kitten
Kitten Chicken
Science Plan - Kitten Food with Chicken
Kitten Chicken
HNL Kitten
Found a mistake?
Missing info?
Provide as many details as possible about Prins: VitalCare Kitten so we can make it better!
Thank you!
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.
Didn't find a dry food?
Provide as many details as you can so we can analyze the missing product and add it.
[quillforms id="14695" width="100%" min_height="500px" max_height="auto"]