Orijen
Kitten
First Ingredient
Animal ProteinFlavor
ChickenSummary
Orijen Kitten is a premium dry food tailored to meet the nutritional needs of growing kittens.
It features 90% animal ingredients, including fresh chicken (31%), raw turkey (8%), and wild-caught fish, supporting muscle development.
The WholePrey formula incorporates meat, organs, and bone, mimicking a natural diet and providing essential nutrients like taurine (0.2%).
Naturally occurring DHA and EPA from fish like salmon, herring, and mackerel promote brain health and cognitive development.
Prebiotics such as dried chicory root and fibers from whole pumpkin and greens aid digestion and nutrient absorption.
The formula contains 40% protein and 20% fat, offering energy for active kittens during their growth phase.
Smaller kibble size and freeze-dried coating enhance palatability, making it suitable and appealing for young cats.
Pros:
- High animal content: Composed of 90% animal-derived ingredients, supporting optimal growth and muscle development.
- Brain support: DHA and EPA from fish oils aid in cognitive and visual development.
- WholePrey inclusion: Uses nutrient-rich organs and bone to mimic a natural diet and provide balanced nutrition.
- Digestive health: Prebiotics and fibers from fruits and vegetables enhance gut health and nutrient absorption.
- Freeze-dried coating: Offers a burst of raw flavor that kittens find irresistible.
Cons:
- Higher fat content: At 20%, the fat level may not suit less active kittens prone to weight gain.
- Cost consideration: Premium ingredient sourcing may make it less accessible to budget-conscious pet owners.
- Fish ingredients: Some kittens with sensitivities may not tolerate fish-based proteins.
Nutrition
Ingredients
- Fresh chicken 31%
- Raw turkey 8%
- Raw salmon 6%
- Raw whole herring 5%
- Fresh chicken giblets (liver, heart) 4.5%
- Raw turkey liver 4%
- Raw whole mackerel 4%
- Fresh eggs 4%
- Dehydrated chicken 4%
- Dehydrated turkey 4%
- and also:
Vitamins and Additives
- Vitamin B1 12.5 mg/kg
- Vitamin B2 5 mg/kg
- Vitamin B3 25 mg/kg
- Vitamin B5 4 mg/kg
- Vitamin B6 3.75 mg/kg
- Vitamin B7 0.03 mg/kg
- Vitamin B9 0.4 mg/kg
- Vitamin B12 0.05 mg/kg
- Vitamin E 60 IU
- and also:
Sensory additives: Rosemary extract: 80 mg
Nutritional additives: Choline chloride (choline): 500 mg, Taurine: 400 mg, Zinc proteinate: 80 mg, Copper proteinate: 11 mg
Zootechnical additives: Enterococcus faecium DSM 10663/ NCIMB 10415 1x10⁹ CFU
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We compare key factors such as overall score, life stage, and category, along with core nutritional values like protein, fat, fiber, and metabolizable energy.
While not identical, these products fall within a defined range to offer nutritionally comparable options.
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Why this score?
- 20% carbohydrates of combination P-10
- Low protein content-6
- Additional source of animal protein (dehydrated fish) at 4th place2
- Fresh poultry at 1st place2
- Dehydrated poultry at 1st place4
- Natural source of taurine5
- Chelated minerals2
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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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