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ALS
Regular

Boreal

Proper Chicken

ALS
Regular
Indoor and Outdoor

First Ingredient

Animal Protein

Flavor

Chicken
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Summary

Boreal Proper Chicken is a high-protein, low-carbohydrate dry cat food formulated for everyday feeding and weight management.

Chicken meal is the primary ingredient, providing a concentrated source of animal protein to support muscle mass and overall health.

Oats, barley, and brown rice serve as low-glycemic carbohydrates, aiding blood sugar stability and prolonged satiety.

Omega-3 (0.54%) and omega-6 (2.63%) fatty acids, sourced from herring meal and flaxseed, help promote healthy skin and a shiny coat.

The formula includes taurine, an essential amino acid for heart and eye health.

No artificial colors, preservatives, or flavors are used, and the recipe includes Propath minerals, which have been studied for their potential to reduce dander.

With a moderate fat content (15%), this food provides balanced energy while supporting weight control in adult cats.

Pros:

  • High animal protein content: 32% crude protein from chicken meal ensures optimal muscle maintenance.

  • Low-glycemic carbohydrates: Oats, barley, and brown rice help regulate blood sugar levels and support sustained energy.

  • Omega fatty acids: Omega-3 (0.54%) and omega-6 (2.63%) contribute to healthy skin and coat.

  • No artificial additives: Free from artificial colors, preservatives, and flavors for a cleaner diet.

  • Includes essential nutrients: Taurine, DL-methionine, and Propath minerals support heart, eye, and skin health.

Cons:

  • Contains grains: While low-glycemic ingredients, oats, barley, and brown rice may not be suitable for grain-sensitive cats.

  • Moderate fat content: At 15%, it may not provide enough energy for highly active cats.

  • Limited fresh meat inclusion: The first ingredient is chicken meal rather than fresh chicken.

  • Relatively low omega-3 levels: While beneficial, the omega-3 content (0.54%) is lower than in some fish-based formulas.

 

Nutrition

Ingredients

  • Chicken meal
  • Brown rice
  • Steel cut oats
  • Dehulled barley
  • Chicken fat (naturally preserved with vitamin E)
  • Herring meal
  • Apple pomace
  • Hydrolyzed chicken protein
  • Natural chicken flavor
  • Whole flaxseed
  • and also:
Salt, Potassium chloride, DL-methionine, Choline chloride, Taurine, Whole chia seed, Vitamin e supplement, Zinc amino acid complex, Niacin supplement, Folic acid, Vitamin B12 supplement, Copper sulfate, Iron amino acid complex, Manganese amino acid complex, Vitamin A supplement, Selenium, Riboflavin, Calcium pantothenate supplement,, Biotin supplement, Vitamin D3 supplement, Calcium iodate

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
32%
Crude Fat
15%
Crude Fiber
3.5%
Moisture
10%
Crude Ash
7.5%
Calcium
1.3%
Phosphorus
1%
Omega 3
0.54%
Omega 6
2.63%
Metabolizable Energy
3510 kcal/kg
Zinc (100mg/Kg)

Comments

Available in Bag of 5 lb. (2.27 kg) and 12 lb (5.44 kg)

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude Protein
32%
Crude Fat
15%
Crude Fiber
3.5%
Moisture
10%
Crude Ash
7.5%
Calcium
1.3%
Phosphorus
1%
Omega 3
0.54%
Omega 6
2.63%
Metabolizable Energy
3510 kcal/kg
Zinc (100mg/Kg)
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    1
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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.

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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.