Cat food

Nutrition cats are available the main types of feeds – dry and wet. But, unlike the dry, the moisture which is in the order of 10-15%, a wet food composition more similar to natural, and is considered to be more physiological. For the convenience of food available in Paducah or canned and in appearance resembles jelly or chunks in gravy.

The advantages of wet food is considered convenient dosage, natural texture and long shelf life sealed. The disadvantages are the cost is rather expensive, lack of protection against the formation of Tartar and short term storage after opening.

To understand how wet food is better to feed your pet, we made a rating of the popular brands for classes: economy, premium, super premium and holistic.

On the basis of which the ranking is

For ease of ranking wet food is divided into categories – classes, most of which are available in economy and premium. Feed order more expensive super premium, and most fine — holistic.

The latter are recognized by veterinarians the most suitable balance and nutrition to feed the cats, feed categories: economy class and premium inferior in price and quality, but their ads are shown daily on TV, which increases consumer demand.

The Board vets! It is recommended to focus on who is listed in box manufacturer on the packaging of food. The fact that on the territory of the Russian Federation organized the making of many brands, so it is not reasonable to overpay for the "French" quality.

The basis of the rating of wet cat food consists of the following parameters: quality characteristics of the product, balance of composition and activity.

The significance of each parameter in the rankings in descending order (the first position have more weight):

1. The quality of the product (use of raw materials – natural meat or offal, the balance of carbohydrates, fats and proteins, the presence of dyes, preservatives and flavorings).
2. Latitude line (breed, diet, health food).
3. The cost (one of the most important parameters for the modern consumer).
4. Opinions of veterinarians and owners make the final contribution.

All of the following brands present on the Russian market of feed and vary in composition and price.

The rating of wet food

Economy class

Attention! In Russia the Supervisory authorities do not exercise strict control over the manufacturers of the food economy that unleashes some unscrupulous manufacturers.

1. Whiskas. Most popular wet food Whiskas is considered, after making a splash in the early 2000-ies of his appearance. In the beginning of its existence, the feed sold out lightning fast – appetite Pets was excellent, and the price is quite satisfied owners. Only after a while, not without the help of veterinarians, breeders learned the real truth about the food and the negative consequences of its application.

Advantages:

• Prevalence.
• Affordable price.
• High nutritional value.

Disadvantages:

• The dubious origin of the components
• The almost complete absence of meat.
• The high content of wheat (allergen).

2. Darling. Food economy class from a major manufacturer, PURINA. Has mixed reviews, the food leaves much to be desired, which was generally the case for all brands of economy class.

Advantages:

• Attractive to cats smell.
• The presence of omega fatty acids, which is useful for wool.
• Diverse range (two forms of production – wet and dry, in the form of canned goods).

Cons:

• The lack of natural meat.
• Harmful effects on animal health by prolonged feeding.
• The presence of additives and preservatives.
• The presence of bones and offal.
• Strong flavours.

3. Our Brand. Food, which can be attributed both to economy and premium class.

Advantages:

• Affordable price;
• Availability in almost all stores.
• The feed composition includes taurine.
• A wide range of tastes.

• Quite a poor composition.
• The abundance of dubious quality by-products (poultry meal).
• The availability of food allergens (corn, wheat)

Premium

Often, the difference between forage classes, economy and premium is almost invisible, only increased the volume contained meat (most often it varies from 10% to 20%). Due to this the premium reduced content of by-products, increasing the number of grains. Food is a more decent quality, but with a slight difference in a positive way.

Choosing wet food for cats of this class, it is recommended to read carefully the composition of the labels, because there are also dyes, thickeners and preservatives.

1. PRO PLAN – the most common food premium PURINA production. Presented in sufficient variety, the brand has a range for kittens, active adult Pets, sterilized animals, and for cats with health problems. Pro Plan contains an optimal amount of fats and proteins, balanced minerals. Has a great variety of flavors – Turkey, liver, salmon, chicken and duck.

Positive aspects:

• The content of vitamins, minerals and trace elements.
• High quality protein (eggs, chicken).
• The presence of the therapeutic range.
• Diverse range of products (cans, pouches, pate).

Negative sides:

• The high content of crops.
• Of allergens.

2. Hill’s – food production company Hill's Pet Nutrition. Healing food of this brand, unlike a series of daily power belong to super premium category.

Pros:

• The ingredients are high quality.
• The manufacturer provides detailed information about the composition.
• Extensive range (wet food: canned and pouches).
• The products of the hills are in many pet stores.
• Affordable price.
• Therapeutic series of higher quality.

Cons:

• A large percentage of vegetable proteins.
• Pouches and canned foods are inferior in quality dry food of the same manufacturer.
• The possibility of allergic reactions to some products.

Happy Cat – a rather famous German food production. Sometimes food is classified as super premium.

Advantages:

• Rich in minerals and vitamins.
• A wide range of tastes (lamb, duck, sea fish, beef, venison);
• Affordable price.

Cons:

• The presence in products of dubious quality.
• Sometimes causes allergic reactions.

4. Royal Canin – French food production, which began its history since 1967. Now particularly popular with owners of cats in Russia.

Advantages:

• A good alternative to natural food.
• Balanced veterinary line.
• Financial accessibility.
• Available in almost any store.

Disadvantages:

• Daily feed this brand of lower quality.
• Sold a large part of the feed now produced in Russia, which led to deterioration.
• Content of preservatives.

5. Animonda is a German food company Animonda, the main priority is maintaining high quality of products. Food can be attributed to the premium/super premium.

Positives:

• A wide range of tastes (Turkey, trout, chicken, duck, salmon, shrimp, beef, rabbit etc).
• Fats and proteins of natural origin.
• The range is developed taking into account age division.
• A highly nutritious food.

Negative sides:

• High content of carbohydrates contributes to weight gain.
• The price of the product is above average.
• The presence of not in all stores.
• Offal in the composition.

The power of this class should be considered almost the best: it includes natural meat and cereals, low content of by-products. The content of harmful substances in the feed such a class should cause suspicion, so you should carefully read the entire ingredients listed on the packaging.

Important! If the food super premium specified meat should be the explanation of this component.

1. Leonardo should be considered the best brand in the line of feed. His balance will be envied by many canteens, as used for the production of good quality meat and selected meat. Based on the stern is almost always chicken (about 70-90%), the rest are additives (seafood, offal, fish oil, and fish). On the recommendations of veterinarians and breeders, the best Leonardo wet food combined with dry food its series.

Pros:

• The natural composition.
• Large meat content.
• Excellent ratio price-quality.
• Enriched with vitamins and minerals.

Cons:

• Scarce commodity, to find it in regular stores hard.
• In connection with the abundant content of meat is not recommended to animals with problems of the gastrointestinal tract;
• Suitable only as a supplementary diet (treats) due to the unbalanced nature of the composition.

2. Applaws – UK production. Some consider this brand to a category holistic.

Advantages:

• Large meat content.
• No by-products, dyes or preservatives in large amounts.
• A variety of flavors.

Negative:

• A fairly high price.
• The presence of not in all stores.
• Unbalanced composition.

Bozita – production of Sweden. Food is the national audit office, which can guarantee the absence of hazardous substances cat.

Key benefits:

• Natural meat and fish in the composition, the absence of byproducts.
• Saturation useful elements, minerals and vitamins.
• The lack of dyes in the composition.

Cons:

• High cost.
• Insufficient breakdown of antioxidants.
• Corn and wheat (possible allergens) are the main sources of carbohydrates.

4. 1st Choice is the manufacturer, the canadian company PLB International.

Advantages:

• The optimal composition of fats and proteins.
• The presence of probiotics (provides pet an excellent digestion, healthy coat).
• The lack of food – allergens in the composition.
• Feed dobrany Association of canadian veterinarians (CVMA).

Cons:

• High cost.
• The proliferation in retail stores.

Holistic

Designed specifically for small predators, holistic are considered to be premium fodder of new generation. They include the highest quality products allowed to use the person. Do not contain harmful additives, colorants and flavor enhancers, foods with GMO, plant protein. Due to its ideal of "naturalness" the price of food high enough.

1. Almo Nature – food European production

Advantages:

• The high quality ingredients.
• The absence of dyes, preservatives and flavorings.
• Wide range (best range – Rouge Label, Green Label, Legend, Classic).

To the negative sides include:

• High cost.
• Availability not all stores.
2. Innova Evo is the second place ranking is the food the American manufacturer "Natura Pet Products".

Pros:

• For production use the best meats and fish.
• Protein exclusively of animal origin.
• Without allergens, fragrances and preservatives.
• High nutritional value.
• Prevention of urolithiasis (kidney stones).

To the negative aspects may include:

• High cost.
• It is very difficult to find for sale in pet stores, you must place your order via the Internet.
3. Grandorf – Italy (company MONGE & C. SpA), and Belgium (United Petfood Producers NV).

Main advantages:

• The use of natural meat.
• A large number of minerals and vitamins.
• The lack of chicken protein ingredient (some cats are allergic on it)
• The lack of soybean and grain, hypoallergenic composition.
• Natural preservatives.

Disadvantages of feed:

• A proliferation in shops.
• A very high cost.

Useful video

Overview of wet food Grandorf in the video below:

To choose the best food for your pet, it is important to understand as what it will be used: as the main diet or delicacy. Wet food should not be used as a main dish for cats, despite the good composition and the high content of meat products.

Cat necessary vegetables and cereals, a high content which contain a line of dry food, because wet food is worse than vitamins remain. In addition, greater moisture content of canned food and Paducah reduces the nutritional value of the product. Therefore, we suggest to use wet food only as treats.