Urban Choice Adult Chicken Recipe Low Grain is a dry food specifically formulated for adult cats, utilizing moderate amounts of grains and a variety of functional ingredients.

The first ingredient is chicken, comprising 44% of the recipe, including 15% fresh chicken, which provides a combination of high-quality and natural protein sources.

White and brown rice provide the primary carbohydrate content, complemented by green peas for additional plant-based protein.

Hydrolyzed animal protein and chicken fat support digestibility and contribute to the animal protein and fat content.

Salmon oil and flaxseed provide omega-3 fatty acids, while beet pulp and dried chicory offer fermentable fiber and prebiotics to support gut health.

A wide range of botanicals, including spirulina, chamomile, cranberries, and rosemary extract, are included for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory support.

The guaranteed analysis includes 35% protein, 15% fat, 2.5% fiber, 7.5% ash, and 6% moisture, resulting in approximately 37.2% protein and 34.8% carbohydrates on a dry matter basis.

Pros:

• High animal protein inclusion: The recipe features 44% chicken, including 15% fresh chicken, providing both high-quality and less-processed protein sources.

• Dry matter protein level: At 35% protein with only 6% moisture, this food delivers approximately 37.2% protein on a dry matter basis, which supports lean muscle maintenance.

• Functional omega sources, such as salmon oil and flaxseed, provide omega-3 fatty acids to support coat health, regulate inflammation, and enhance brain function.

• Prebiotics and gut support: Chicory, beet pulp, and Enterococcus faecium contribute to digestive health through prebiotic and probiotic support.

• Broad botanical profile: Ingredients such as spirulina, chamomile, cranberries, and turmeric offer antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and immune-supportive properties.

Cons:

• High carbohydrate content: With both white and brown rice and peas, the estimated carbohydrate level reaches approximately 34.8% on a dry matter basis, high for an obligate carnivore.

• Unspecified hydrolyzed protein: The inclusion of hydrolyzed “animal protein” without species identification reduces ingredient transparency and may affect protein quality.

• No chelated minerals: Only inorganic mineral sources like sulfates and oxides are used, which may limit absorption efficiency compared to chelated alternatives.

• Synthetic antioxidants are unnamed: Although antioxidants are listed, the specific types used are not disclosed, which may raise concerns about ingredient quality.

• Limited meat diversity: The animal protein sources are primarily chicken, with no inclusion of other meats or fish beyond trace salmon oil.