Tiki Cat
Born Carnivore® - Indoor Health: Chicken & Turkey Meal Recipe
Summary
Tiki Cat Born Carnivore Indoor Health: Chicken & Turkey Meal Recipe is a grain-free dry formula for indoor cats built around high animal protein from non-GMO ingredients.
Chicken is the first ingredient, reinforced by concentrated chicken meal and turkey meal to supply dense, highly digestible amino acids that help maintain lean muscle.
The recipe provides 36% crude protein (the brand also states 40% on a dry matter basis) and 16% fat, delivering an animal-protein-forward macronutrient profile for everyday indoor activity.
Menhaden fish meal and chicken fat contribute essential fatty acids, with omega-6 at 2.8% and omega-3 at 0.44% to support skin and coat condition, vision, and brain function.
Dried pumpkin and a 5% crude fiber level offer gentle fiber to aid digestive regularity and promote well-formed stools.
Peas and chickpeas add carbohydrates and some plant protein, which can help satiety while shifting part of the protein mix toward plant sources.
Taurine at a minimum of 0.17% supports normal heart function and retinal health, both critical for obligate carnivores.
Antioxidant vitamins A (25,500 IU/kg) and E (180 IU/kg), along with folic acid (2.7 mg/kg) and vitamin B12 (0.12 mg/kg), help maintain immune defenses, cell renewal, and energy metabolism.
The food uses natural chicken flavor and preserves fats with mixed tocopherols and citric acid rather than artificial preservatives.
Metabolizable energy is clearly stated at 3,502 kcal/kg, which helps owners set precise portions for indoor routines.
Pros:
- Animal-first protein profile: Chicken as the first ingredient, plus chicken and turkey meals, provides concentrated amino acids to support lean muscle maintenance.
- Defined fatty acid support: Omega-6 at 2.8% and omega-3 at 0.44%, aided by menhaden fish meal and chicken fat, promote healthy skin, coat, vision, and brain function.
- Digestive fiber blend: Dried pumpkin and 5% crude fiber offer gentle bulk that supports regular bowel movements and well-formed stools.
- Antioxidant and micronutrient backing: Vitamin A, vitamin E, folic acid, and B12 are included at specified levels to support immune health, cellular turnover, and metabolism.
- Taurine assurance: A minimum of 0.17% taurine covers essential needs for heart and eye health in cats.
- Ingredient philosophy: Non-GMO and free from grains, potatoes, corn, wheat, and soy, which may suit cats sensitive to these ingredients.
Cons:
- Legume-forward carbohydrates: Peas and chickpeas among the top ingredients add plant-derived protein and starch, shifting some protein away from animal sources.
- Multiple animal proteins: Chicken, turkey, and menhaden fish meal may not be suitable for cats requiring single-protein elimination diets.
- Limited mineral disclosure: Calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and ash levels are not provided, making it difficult to evaluate mineral load or urinary considerations.
- No probiotics listed: The formula does not indicate added live probiotic cultures; digestive support relies on dietary fiber rather than microbial supplementation.
- Includes natural flavor: The use of natural chicken flavor may be undesirable for owners seeking the simplest possible ingredient lists.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Chicken
- Chicken Meal
- Peas
- Turkey Meal
- Chickpeas
- Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols And Citric Acid)
- Natural Chicken Flavor
- Dried Pumpkin
- Menhaden Fish Meal
- Salt
- and also:
Vitamins and Additives
- Vitamin A 25500 IU
- Vitamin B12 0.12 mg/kg
- Vitamin E 180 mg/kg
- and also:
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(1) Amount of protein (more is better)
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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.
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