Tiki Cat Born Carnivore® – High Protein: Chicken, Herring & Salmon Meal Recipe is a grain-free, high-protein dry food designed to provide complete and balanced nutrition for cats at all life stages.

Deboned chicken is the first ingredient, supplying highly digestible animal protein and essential amino acids to build and maintain lean muscle.

Additional poultry, fish meals (herring and salmon), and dried egg broaden the amino acid profile and boost protein density, while naturally enhancing palatability.

At 43% crude protein and 19% fat, the formula delivers energy-dense nutrition that supports active cats and growing kittens, with portion control recommended for more sedentary adults.

Omega fatty acids are robust, with 1.75% omega-3 and 2.25% omega-6 from salmon oil, fish, flaxseed, and chicken fat to support skin and coat condition and a healthy inflammatory balance.

Taurine, at a minimum of 0.13%, supports heart function, vision, and normal reproductive function.

Grain-free carbohydrate sources such as peas, chickpeas, and tapioca provide digestible energy, while fiber from tomato pomace and pumpkin helps promote regular stools.

Inulin (a prebiotic) nourishes beneficial gut bacteria, complementing the fiber blend for healthy digestion.

The kibble is gently baked to help preserve nutrients and flavor, avoiding harsh processing.

Natural antioxidants and preservatives, including mixed tocopherols, rosemary extract, and ascorbic and citric acids, help protect fats from oxidation and maintain freshness.

Pros:

• Animal–protein–forward formula: Deboned chicken leads the ingredient list, supported by chicken meal, fish, and egg to deliver concentrated, highly digestible protein for lean muscle development.

• High omega support: 1.75% omega-3 and 2.25% omega-6 from salmon oil, fish, flaxseed, and chicken fat promote skin health, coat shine, and balanced inflammatory responses.

• Taurine fortified: A minimum of 0.13% taurine supports cardiac health, retinal function, and normal reproduction across life stages.

• Digestive health aids: Inulin prebiotic, moderate fiber sources (including tomato pomace), and pumpkin help support beneficial gut flora and stool quality.

• Gentle processing: Gently baked kibble helps preserve nutrient integrity and palatability.

• All-life-stages suitability: Labeled complete and balanced for all life stages, making it appropriate for kittens, adults, and seniors with appropriate portion control.

Cons:

• Multiple animal proteins: The inclusion of chicken, fish, and egg may limit suitability for cats requiring single-protein or elimination diets due to food sensitivities.

• Legume and starch reliance: Peas, chickpeas, and tapioca provide a significant portion of the carbohydrate content, which may not align with preferences for legume-free or very low-carbohydrate diets.

• Energy-dense profile: At 19% fat, careful portion control is important for less active indoor cats to help prevent unwanted weight gain.

• Limited mineral disclosure: Key values, such as ash, calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium, are not provided, making it difficult for guardians who monitor mineral intake to assess the fit.

• No probiotics listed: While prebiotic inulin is included, the recipe does not list live probiotic cultures or CFU levels.