When a furry pet appears in your home, many people wonder what to feed it.
Cat food Cat Chow is a cross between premium and economy class food. Produced by Purina. Dry complete food Cat Chow is developed taking into account the activity and age of cats.
Among the offered foods, you can choose food for kittens and cats, with different flavors, as well as for certain categories of animals, taking into account the characteristics of the body.
Who is Cat Chow food for?
- small kittens;
- mature and adult cats;
- castrated and sterilized cats;
- animals that are prone to allergies;
- prevention of various diseases;
- removing hairballs from the stomach.
By choosing Cat Chow food, you will provide your pet with a tasty and happy life.
Important! If you feed your cat dry food, be sure to ensure that there is clean water in the bowl.
Medicinal feed
For pets with health problems, Purina has developed a special line of foods that will help prevent the progression of the disease and minimize the risk of further complications. This category includes:
- Cat Chow Special Care Sensitive. Developed with the participation of nutritionists and created for pets who have problems with the gastrodigestive tract. The food contains chicory, beets and omega acids, which not only regulate the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, but also strengthen the animal's coat and make it more shiny.
- Cat Chow Special Care Urinary Track Health. This food is formulated for cats that have been diagnosed with urolithiasis or are predisposed to developing stones. A positive result from consumption is achieved due to the fact that the food contains a minimal amount of magnesium, which is responsible for the acidity of urine.
For pets with urolithiasis
Important! According to reviews from veterinarians, it is recommended to give medicinal food only to pets that have certain problems and diseases. If the cat is healthy, it is better to feed it food appropriate for its age category or preventative products.
Feed composition
As a rule, the main component of economy-class food is cereals; they are the main source of carbohydrates. In second place are meat and processed meat products (at least 30%, 14-15% of them are poultry meat). Further, the composition contains vegetables and herbs (beets, green peas, carrots, parsley, spinach, rosemary, etc.). It also contains vitamins, minerals, preservatives, fats and oils, and antioxidants. All this ensures maximum variety in your pet’s diet.
What class does it belong to?
In the hierarchy of feeds, industrial diets under the Cat Chow brand occupy the penultimate step, as they are classified as premium class . In terms of benefits/nutritional value, they are inferior to products labeled “holistic” and “super-premium”, surpassing only economy diets.
Premium feeds are vulnerable in several ways, including questionable sources of carbohydrates and proteins. The latter are usually represented by chicken protein, chicken and corn gluten, and behind the “chicken” there is not necessarily meat, but also its processed products or poultry parts. Corn gluten contains a lot of protein, but it is of a plant nature, so it is poorly digestible by the cat and often provokes allergies.
Important! Carbohydrate suppliers, corn and wheat, are also often rejected. They are not only potentially allergic, but also occupy the lion's share of the composition (thanks to the manufacturers).
Another disadvantage is the lack of specifics on antioxidants and preservatives, which suggests that they are unsafe for the cat’s body. A significant flaw of any premium food is hidden numbers for the main ingredients, which is why the consumer does not see the ratio of plant and animal proteins.
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Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages:
- low cost;
- a large assortment;
- widespread, can be bought at any pet store;
- contains meat;
- balanced composition.
Disadvantages include:
- the composition does not contain antioxidants or preservatives;
- the food is based on cereals, not meat products;
- Very few minerals, vitamins and other beneficial substances are stated.
Advantages and disadvantages
Like any industrial product, Cat Chow has certain advantages and disadvantages. You need to familiarize yourself with the pros and cons of this food first and only then switch your pet to it.
The advantages of Cat Chow include:
- balanced composition;
- the presence of natural meat components in the composition;
- a wide range of;
- availability;
- budget cost.
As for the disadvantages, they include:
- the basis of the product is not meat, but cereal components;
- in the production of products, by-products are widely used, which are not clearly indicated in the composition;
- ash content above 7%;
- minimum amount of vitamins and microelements in the composition;
- The exact amount of preservatives and antioxidants is not indicated on the packaging.
Another relative disadvantage is that Cat Chow is produced exclusively in the form of dry food; this brand does not have wet canned food.
Cat Chow Kitten Chicken
The product line includes several types of food.
Food developed for kittens from 2 months to 1 year. This type of food is available only in granular form, so for very small kittens it must be soaked in order to avoid digestive upset. The main component of this food is poultry meat. Contains all the beneficial substances necessary for the growing kitten's body, so it is also suitable for pregnant cats.
For adult animals, two types of food are available: dry and wet in bags with various nutritional additives.
You can buy Cat Chow food not only in pet stores, but also in large supermarkets. Manufacturers package food in 0.4 kg, 1.5 kg and 15 kg.
The average price per package is:
- 0.4 kg - 140-220 rubles:
- 1.5 kg - 500-600 rubles;
- 15 kg - 5000-5200 rubles;
- You can buy food in soft packages for 50-55 rubles per package of 85 grams.
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The Sphynx cat has been eating for his dear soul for 1.5 years, he fills himself up and does not stretch his stomach, the excrement does not stink like cheaper food (we won’t point a finger ).
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We don’t shed, we don’t itch, we eat with gusto. Even our capricious 14-year-old dog is not averse to eating this food.
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Reviews
What do veterinarians and cat owners who bought Cat Chow food for their pets say? The reviews are completely different, and both positive and negative are almost equally common.
The cat's owner Sergey:
I would like to share my impression of Cat Chow food. I recently neutered my cat and he stopped eating Friskies food, although he used to only eat it. I looked through a lot of information on the Internet and decided to opt for Cat Chow food for castrated and sterilized cats. The cat liked the new food, at least he doesn’t refuse it. After the operation, the cat tolerated it well. After reading a lot of reviews, I realized that everything is individual. For some, when introducing this food, problems begin; for others, everything is fine. In general, I recommend the food. If you don’t have the financial means to overpay for premium food, take this one.
Veterinarian Lyudmila:
Based on my many years of experience in the field of veterinary medicine, I can note several advantages of Cat Chow food: the skin stops itching and cleanses; animals stop scratching their wounds; improvement of the quantitative and qualitative composition of gastric juice, activation of peristalsis; animals behave much calmer when examined, which means a decrease in the level of anxiety and aggression.
Kitten owner Anna:
From about 5 months old, we began to slowly feed the kitten Cat Chow. The first 2 weeks everything was fine. Then I began to notice that the pet had a bad breath, and it was quite strong. I immediately removed the food from the diet and, indeed, the smell disappeared after a couple of days.
Cat Chow didn't suit us, I definitely won't buy it again. Even the composition shows that the manufacturer saves a lot on components. There are a lot of by-products, even among vegetables. In addition, there are also preservatives and flavorings. I'll look for better food.
Owner of the cat Felix:
I have been living with a British-looking cat for a long time, and over several years of living with him, I managed to experiment with different types of cat food.
For the last year, my little furry has been feeding exclusively on Kitikat, and during this time he has become incredibly thin, began to shed, eat less, and became lethargic. After this, I decided to consult a specialist about food and they advised me to buy Cat Chow.
Within a couple of months, the cat stopped shedding and became more well-fed and contented. The food helps him recover well, and he always eats with pleasure. Without a doubt, the food is wonderful. I recommend it to anyone and everyone.
Cat owner Maria:
Despite the fact that the food is better than Kitecat or Whiskas in some respects, I can’t call it good either. All Cat Chow foods contain grains as the first ingredient on the list, not meat. All natural ingredients in the food are marked with an asterisk; the “preservatives” ingredient is not marked with an asterisk. From this we can conclude that unnatural preservatives are used in the food. But the most unpleasant thing for me was the price, equal to the price of premium food, although it is clear that it consists mainly of the costs of brand promotion and advertising.
Classic cat food Cat Chow: owner reviews
Cat owners are ready to obey the requirements drawn up by the manufacturer, which must be followed when introducing mixtures into the diet of their pets. The owners like that the purrs absorb the treat with pleasure, as if feeling its usefulness. Surveys conducted by independent agencies showed that 90% of owners are satisfied with the choice. In the column “Positive changes” they indicated such wonderful changes in the condition of their four-legged friends as:
— increasing the shine and thickness of the coat (important for those who breed and sell purebred animals); - cleansing the oral cavity (first of all, the repulsive odor from the mouth disappears); - increased mobility, normalization of night sleep.
In online magazines and blogs that study the subject, cat lovers praise the line's versatility and affordability. You will read and be surprised at how many different people leave reviews for Cat Chow cat food: there are breeders, and owners of ordinary cats, and organizers of shelters for stray animals, and simply feeding stray dogs and cats. Everyone in the line, which includes products of all varieties, finds a suitable position.
The only thing that pet cat owners are slightly annoyed about is the limited range. Nestle Purina PetCare currently only offers dry options. However, cat lovers found an excellent way out of the situation. Some soak the mixtures in water and cook puree soups from them, others grind “crackers” in a meat grinder and make steamed cutlets, others combine the product with sour cream, cream, milk, and others simply alternate meals with human food. But this is when the pet has already grown up, is healthy, and walks. If the pet needs treatment or support, the owners create a menu exclusively from the products of the line.
Varieties
Below is a selection of food from an American manufacturer. Regardless of the type, the daily norm for cats is the same for all: 37–70 g for small cats and 80–100 g for cats whose weight exceeds 4 kg. Animals that feed on feed should always have fresh water available.
Kitten Chicken
"Kitten Chicken" is ideal for kittens aged from 2 to 12 months. 33% of the total composition is poultry and chicken. This food is suitable for nursing and pregnant cats. It contains all the vitamins and beneficial minerals that are needed for the development and maintenance of growing kittens.
Adult Sensitive
You can often find Edult Sensitive food on the market. It is ideal for daily use by adults who are prone to allergic reactions. Of the total composition, 20% is meat and processed offal. All this has a beneficial effect on the pet’s gastrointestinal tract and improves the condition of the digestive system.
This food has a high protein content. The presence of such an element in large quantities guarantees good maintenance of muscle mass. Omega-3 acid also guarantees excellent shine of the coat. A plus is the pleasant smell of the food.
Special Care Sterilized
This product is designed for sterilized animals. In the production of food, we use all the ingredients that are so necessary for sensitive animals who have undergone surgery.
As for the composition, Special Care Sterilized food contains 14% meat. Thanks to this, it is completely balanced for maintaining the health of weakened animals. Normal weight is maintained with high protein and reduced fat. The food also contains fiber, which creates favorable intestinal microflora.
Adult Duck
This food contains duck and poultry meat. Moreover, it contains vegetable proteins. They give the food a special aroma. The food is designed for animals that have digestive problems. Beet pulp and chicory, which are also included, will help normalize health.
Urinary Tract Health
Urinari Tract Health food helps eliminate the risk of kidney stones. It contains 30% offal and processed meat. The taste and aroma of the product are quite pleasant, which, of course, pets like.
The manufacturer has added protein to the food, which helps maintain the animal’s body weight. The immune system is strengthened with vitamin E. The food contains meat, vegetable protein, cereals, processed parsley and pulp of beets, carrots, spinach, yeast and mineral supplements.
"Triple protection"
The manufacturer offers food that replaces a complete daily diet. “Triple protection” is designed for adult cats and cats. Consists of poultry meat, in particular turkey meat. The food received this name due to the fact that it is taken to prevent urolithiasis and tartar, as well as remove wool mats from the pet’s stomach.
The best cat food in the category: economy
It is very difficult to say something good about economy class food. It can only be noted that they have a very affordable price. However, their quality is often so deplorable that it is better to save on at least natural food, if not premium food. Giving such food to sick or weakened animals will only cause harm. Moreover, in fact, the financial side of the issue here is questionable, since this food is absolutely not nutritious, and the cat is forced to eat much larger portions than if its food were well balanced. In case there is absolutely no way out, there are still a couple of more or less tolerable economical options.
Purina One
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Average price in the Russian Federation : from 250 rubles. for 750 g
Why in the rating : a fairly popular food in an affordable price range, which can be purchased even in regular supermarkets. Meets the nutritional requirements of most healthy cats under 8 years of age.
Disadvantages : Lots of herbal ingredients and no options for animals with serious medical conditions or very specific needs.
Grade: 5
From reviews of Purina One : “Over time, the cat simply refuses the food, although at first it requires supplements.”
Purina Cat Chow
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Average price in the Russian Federation : from 100 rubles. for 400 g
Why in the rating : it comes in a very small package, which allows you to take the food “for testing” or as a temporary measure for 1-2 days.
Disadvantages : poorly balanced composition with a small amount of meat ingredients of questionable quality. Cases of allergies to Cat Chow are not uncommon.
Grade: 4
From reviews of Purina Cat Chow : “Cats are often picky and refuse this food completely.”
Whiskey Special
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Average price in the Russian Federation : from 90 rubles. for 400 g.
Why in the rating : it offers a food option for cats with sensitive digestion, which guarantees at least relative harmlessness to the animal’s body. Cats eat this food with gusto.
Disadvantages : the composition is the same as regular Whiskas, except with a couple of new ingredients. The choice is quite small and allergies are not uncommon.
Grade: 3
From reviews of Whiskas Special : “The portion for satiating a cat turns out to be very large compared to premium food, and therefore even the financial benefit here is very doubtful.”
Who produces food under the Purina brand?
]Purina[/anchor] today unites three companies known as manufacturers of pet products: PURINA, Spillers and Friskies. These firms became the founders of the pet food industry. The first dog treats were produced in 1856 by Spiller and Co. Robinson-Danforth (the ancestor of PURINA) began producing the first animal products in 1894. The Carnation Corporation (predecessor of Friskies) opened the Canine Nutrition Research Center in 1920.
The development of these firms has a long history, but the final merger occurred in 1998, resulting in the creation of one of the world's largest pet food companies. Since 2001, it has been called Nestle Purina Pet Care. This company not only produces food, but also actively influences the lives of pets: it sponsors the “Pets for You” charity program to work with homeless animals, it opened the world’s first Dog DNA Distribution Center and created the largest Event Center in which hosts international cat and dog exhibitions.
What brands are produced under the Purina brand?
Extensive experience in creating animal feed allows the company to offer a diverse range of its products. Cat food is represented by a number of well-known brands, each of which is popular in the modern market.
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Felix food is an inexpensive food, presented in the form of jelly and sauces of various flavors.
Inexpensive dry and wet food, has a line of products for cats of different ages and living conditions
Purina One - dry and wet food for cats of different ages, including a medicinal variety; characterized by high protein content
Darling food is inexpensive and contains omega fatty acids.
Gourmet food is offered only in wet form and is packaged for one serving
ProPlan food is a high-quality food, contains only easily digestible ingredients and has a good taste.
presents a line of therapeutic food for cats
Premium food "Cat Chow" is presented in dry form for cats of different ages and contains a lot of protein.
The best cat foods in the category: super premium
A food of this level is not so far removed from holistic in composition, but still contains natural preservatives and a little more ingredients of plant origin. This food is absolutely safe for cats if it is chosen correctly depending on the needs of the animal. As in the holistic category, there are also veterinary foods that are suitable for cats with illnesses or after operations. The cost of super-premium products is quite high.
Hills Science Diet (Prescription Diet)
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Average price in the Russian Federation : from 900 rubles. for 1.5 kg
Why in the rating : the brand has a wide selection of food varieties aimed at very specific requirements: anti-obesity, heart and kidney health, for allergy sufferers, post-operative feeding, and so on. Finding food on sale is not difficult if you go to a veterinary pharmacy, but you can also find it in regular pet stores.
Disadvantages : Hills has been produced in Russia for a long time, which causes felinologists to worry about the quality of the products. When buying this food, you should pay attention to the country of origin - pay attention to European factories.
Rating : 8.8 out of 10
From reviews of Hills Science Diet : “An excellent solution for a diet after surgery, but for the right choice it is better to consult a veterinarian.”
Eukanuba
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Average price in the Russian Federation : from 1200 rubles. for 2 kg
Why in the rating : the company has both a veterinary and a daily series, and both belong to the super-premium class - and this does not happen so often. The food has a very well-balanced composition with a maximum of meat ingredients, and the daily portion of food will be quite small due to its nutritional value.
Disadvantages : the food contains vegetable protein. In addition to the fact that the assortment cannot be called very wide, it may not be available in most pet stores.
Rating : 8.5 out of 10
From reviews of Eukanuba : “When choosing the type of food, you should consider how well the cat tolerates plant protein.”
1st Choice
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Average price in the Russian Federation : from 1200 rubles. for 2.27 kg
Why in the rating : the food is produced in Canada, which means it undergoes a very strict quality assessment. Proteins and carbohydrates are perfectly balanced in the composition, but there is also a completely safe hypoallergenic food option.
Disadvantages : the choice of food types is not very large. In addition, the composition contains a couple of undesirable ingredients: cellulose and so-called “poultry meal”. The problem with the last component is that it is impossible to determine what such flour consists of - you can only hope for the integrity of the manufacturer.
Rating : 8 out of 10
From reviews of 1st Choice : “Very small portions are enough for a cat to be satisfied.”
The best cat foods in the category: premium
Affordable, high-quality premium food can now be purchased at most pet stores, both in bags and in bulk. The composition of this food is quite decent, natural preservatives are used, but the amount of corn can be too large. However, premium food is a fairly good daily nutrition for a healthy animal. The lines also include offers for kittens, sterilized cats and aging cats.
Hills Science Plan
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Average price in the Russian Federation : from 790 rubles. for 2 kg
Why in the rating : the range of food is very wide and there is an option for even the most picky cat. The composition is very carefully selected and balanced, and you can choose meals with different amounts of protein. There is also food for dental health, which is very important to monitor throughout the cat’s life.
Disadvantages : there is a risk of buying a batch produced at a Russian plant - the standards are completely different here. Contains vegetable protein and grains.
Rating : 7.9 out of 10
From reviews of Hills Science Plan : “It is important to choose nutrition based on the age of the animal.”
Royal Canin
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Average price in the Russian Federation : from 650 rubles. for 2 kg
Why in the rating : food is available in almost every pet store, at a price slightly higher than economy class, and the composition is much more balanced and nutritious. The choice of food types is very large, and the specialized veterinary series even belongs to the super-premium class. There is food for dental health - it is not so often found in the lines of well-known companies.
Disadvantages : there has been a plant in Russia for a long time, and felinologists, as already mentioned, prefer European or American production. Contains ingredients of plant origin.
Rating : 7.5 out of 10
From reviews of Royal Canin : “The series for kittens and older cats are especially good.”
Purina ProPlan
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Average price in the Russian Federation : from 650 rubles. for 1.5 kg
Why in the rating : the composition of the food is perfectly balanced and does not require any dietary supplements; in addition, it contains the probiotics and enzymes that cats need. The price is very affordable and there is a fairly large assortment on sale everywhere.
Disadvantages : it contains a lot of herbal ingredients, liver (cats are allergic to it), animal fat of unknown origin.
Rating : 7 out of 10
From reviews of Purina ProPlan : “Under no circumstances should it be mixed with natural food, otherwise it will end in allergies.”
