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Senior
Light
AAFCO

NutriSource

Senior / Weight Management Cat Recipe

Senior
Light
Indoor and Outdoor
AAFCO
This product is AAFCO Compliant

First Ingredient

Animal Protein

Flavor

Chicken
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62
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Summary

NutriSource Senior/Weight Management Cat Recipe is a specialized dry food designed to meet the nutritional needs of senior cats and those requiring weight control.

This grain-inclusive formula features chicken meal as the primary protein source, offering 29% crude protein for maintaining muscle mass.

With a reduced fat content of 9-12% and a high fiber level of 16%, it helps manage weight and supports satiety in less active cats.

Enriched with omega-6 (1%) and omega-3 fatty acids (0.2%), it promotes healthy skin and a shiny coat.

Probiotics, prebiotics, and fermentation extracts enhance digestive health, while antioxidants like vitamin E (170 IU/kg) and C (162.87 mg/kg) support immune function.

 

Pros:

  • Weight management: Reduced fat (9-12%) and high fiber (16%) help senior or overweight cats maintain an ideal weight.
  • Digestive health: Contains probiotics, prebiotics, and fermentation extracts to promote gut flora and improve nutrient absorption.
  • Skin and coat health: Omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids contribute to healthy skin and a shiny coat.
  • Immune support: Vitamins E and C, along with selenium and zinc, provide antioxidant protection and support immune function.
  • Nutrient-rich: Includes taurine (1427.52 mg/kg) for heart and eye health, and balanced minerals for overall well-being.

 

Cons:

  • Moderate protein level: At 29%, the protein content may not be sufficient for highly active senior cats or those requiring higher protein intake.
  • Grain-inclusive formula: Contains barley and oatmeal, which may not be ideal for cats with grain sensitivities.
  • Lower DHA content: With only 0.07% DHA+EPA, it may not provide robust cognitive support for senior cats.
  • Potential allergenic ingredients: Includes chicken and fish meal, which might not suit cats with specific protein allergies.
  • Carbohydrate content: At 35%, it has a relatively high carbohydrate percentage compared to some other senior-focused formulas.

 

Nutrition

Ingredients

  • Chicken meal
  • Peas
  • Pea fiber
  • Barley
  • Oatmeal
  • Natural flavor
  • Dried plain beet pulp
  • Menhaden fish meal
  • Chicken fat (preserved with tocopherols and citric acid),
  • Yeast extract
  • and also:
Brewers dried yeast, Alfalfa meal, Dried tomato pomace, Phosphoric acid, Flax seed, Sunflower oil, Dried egg product, Salt, DL methionine, Potassium chloride, Minerals, Iron proteinate, Zinc proteinate, Copper proteinate, Manganese proteinate, Choline chloride, Cranberry powder, Vitamins, Vitamin A acetate, Vitamin D3 supplement, Vitamin E supplement, Niacin, D-calcium pantothenate, Thiamine mononitrate, Riboflavin supplement, Pyridoxine hydrochloride, Folic acid, Biotin, Vitamin B12 supplement, Dried chicory root,, Taurine, Lactic acid, Inositol, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), Yucca schidigera extract, Calcium iodate, Sodium selenite, Rosemary extract, Yeast culture, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, Dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, Dried Aspergillus oryzae fermentation extract, Dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum fermentation extract, Dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation extract

Vitamins and Additives

    Nutrients: Moisture 9.50%, Protein 30.15%, Fat 9.00%, Fiber 14.00%, Calcium 1.97%, Phosphorus 1.40%, Potassium 0.54%, Ash 8.00%, DHA+EPA 0.07%, Taurine 1427.52 mg/kg, Sodium 0.26%, Chloride 0.49%, Copper 24.80 mg/kg, Iodine 3.01 mg/kg, Iron 175.08 mg/kg, Magnesium 0.10%, Manganese 17.93 mg/kg, Selenium 0.37 mg/kg, Zinc 128.92 mg/kg, Vitamin A 21.74 KIU/kg, Vitamin D 1862.84 IU/kg, Vitamin E 170.00 IU/kg, Vitamin B-12 125.26 UG/kg, Vitamin C 162.87 mg/kg, Biotin 0.21 mg/kg, Choline 2767.75 mg/kg, Folic Acid 4.01 mg/kg, Niacin 97.47 mg/kg, Pantothenic Acid 27.15 mg/kg, Pyridoxine 8.68 mg/kg, Riboflavin 10.09 mg/kg Thiamine 19.73 mg/kg, Linoleic Acid 0.25%, Carbohydrates 29%
    Calorie Distribution: Protein 39%
    Fat 26%
    Carbohydrates 35%
    Carbohydrates 32 g/cup
    pH 5.5

    Guaranteed Analysis

    Crude Protein
    29%
    Crude Fat
    12%
    Crude Fiber
    16%
    Moisture
    10%
    Magnesium
    0.04%
    Omega 3
    0.2%
    Omega 6
    1%
    Metabolizable Energy
    3250 kcal/kg
    Iron (170mg/Kg), Copper (16mg/Kg), Zinc (110mg/Kg), Taurine (0.1%)
    *Total Microorganisms (Min.) (Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus licheniformis, Enterococcus faecium, Lactobacillus acidophilus) 100 million CFU/lb

    Guaranteed Analysis

    Crude Protein
    29%
    Crude Fat
    12%
    Crude Fiber
    16%
    Moisture
    10%
    Magnesium
    0.04%
    Omega 3
    0.2%
    Omega 6
    1%
    Metabolizable Energy
    3250 kcal/kg
    Iron (170mg/Kg), Copper (16mg/Kg), Zinc (110mg/Kg), Taurine (0.1%)
    *Total Microorganisms (Min.) (Saccharomyces cerevisiae, Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus licheniformis, Enterococcus faecium, Lactobacillus acidophilus) 100 million CFU/lb
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    Rating

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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.