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Orijen

Cat & Kitten

Cats · kibble · 5.4 kg

A

Overall score 94/100 · Excellent

Summary

The reference for cats. 90% animal protein, grain-free, very low carbs (<15%). Added taurine and probiotics.

Sub-scores

A Proteins
A Nutrition balance
A Undesirables
A Transparency
A Species adaptability

Composition analysed

Fresh chicken (20%), dehydrated chicken (15%), turkey (8%), salmon (5%), chicken fat, peas, lentils, salmon oil, taurine, probiotics, FOS, vitamin E

  1. A Fresh chicken 20% protein
  2. A Dehydrated chicken 15% protein
  3. A Turkey 8% protein
  4. A Salmon 5% protein
  5. A Chicken fat fat
  6. B Peas cereal
  7. B Lentils cereal
  8. A Salmon oil fat
  9. A Taurine beneficial additive
  10. A Probiotics beneficial additive
  11. A FOS (Fructo-oligosaccharides) fiber
  12. A Vitamin E vitamin mineral

Nutritional analysis

Crude protein
40%
Crude fat
20%
Ash
8%
Fibre
3%
Moisture
10%

Strengths

  • First ingredient is a named animal protein
  • No undesirable additives detected
  • Transparent labelling (detailed percentages)
  • Balanced nutritional profile

Weaknesses

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Frequently asked questions

What score does Orijen Cat & Kitten get?

Orijen Cat & Kitten gets a grade of A (94/100), i.e. "excellent", on the PetFoodRate A to E scale. The grade combines five axes: protein quality, nutritional balance, absence of undesirable ingredients, labelling transparency and species suitability.

What are the strengths and weaknesses of Orijen Cat & Kitten?

Strengths: First ingredient is a named animal protein, No undesirable additives detected, Transparent labelling (detailed percentages), Balanced nutritional profile.

Is Orijen Cat & Kitten a good fit for cats?

On species suitability, this product scores A. It is broadly suited to the needs of cats, as part of a balanced diet.

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