Summary
Alleva Holistic Hairball Chicken & Duck is a grain-free dry cat food formulated to manage hairballs in adult cats.
The primary ingredient is dehydrated chicken (42%), providing a concentrated source of animal protein for muscle maintenance.
Fresh deboned chicken (20%) and dehydrated duck (12%) enhance palatability and amino acid profiles.
Carbohydrates are sourced from sweet potatoes, offering a low-glycemic energy supply.
Sugarcane fiber (7%) and psyllium are included to aid in hairball control by promoting intestinal motility.
Aloe vera (0.10%) is added to support digestive health and improve skin and coat condition.
The formula contains omega-6 (2.4%) and omega-3 (1.2%) fatty acids, supporting skin and coat health.
The guaranteed analysis includes 42% crude protein and 18% crude fat, aligning with active adult cats’ nutritional needs.
Pros:
High protein content: Contains 42% crude protein, primarily from animal sources, supporting muscle development and overall health.
Hairball management: It incorporates 7% sugarcane fiber and psyllium to facilitate hair passage through the digestive tract, reducing hairball formation.
Skin and coat support: Provides omega-6 (2.4%) and omega-3 (1.2%) fatty acids, promoting healthy skin and a shiny coat.
Digestive health: This product includes aloe vera (0.10%) and chicory root (a source of inulin and FOS) to support digestive health and nutrient absorption.
Cons:
High fiber content: With crude fiber at 8%, it may be excessive for cats without hairball issues, potentially affecting stool quality.
Elevated fat content: Contains 18% crude fat, which may not be suitable for less active or overweight cats, potentially leading to weight gain.
High ash content: At 8.9%, the crude ash level is relatively high, which may affect kidney health if not balanced with adequate hydration.
Limited carbohydrate sources: Relies on sweet potatoes as the primary carbohydrate, which may not be suitable for all cats, especially those with specific dietary sensitivities.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Dehydrated chicken 42%
- Deboned fresh chicken 20%
- Dehydrated duck 12%
- Sweet potato
- Chicken fat
- Sugar cane fiber 7%
- Pea starch
- Fish oil
- Pea fiber
- Chicken livers
- and also:
Vitamins and Additives
- Vitamin A 24000 IU
- Vitamin B1 9.6 mg/kg
- Vitamin B2 60 mg/kg
- Vitamin B6 60 mg/kg
- Vitamin B12 0.12 mg/kg
- Vitamin C 180 mg/kg
- Vitamin D3 1320 IU
- Vitamin E 720 mg/kg
- and also:
Antioxidants: tocopherol extracts from vegetable oils (1b306(i)) – 150 mg.
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Why this score?
- 17.3% carbohydrates of combination P-8
- Low protein content-6
- Fresh chicken meat at 2nd place2
- Dehydrated chicken at 1st place4
- Dehydrated duck at 3rd place2
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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.
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Available Sizes: 400 g, 1.5 kg