Iams ProActive Health Classic Ground with Beef & Whole Grain Rice

ProActive Health Classic Ground with Beef & Whole Grain Rice

Iams

#526 of 861 $0.21/oz

$0.20–$0.40/oz

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At a Glance

Marine omega-3 source (EPA/DHA direct) ▾

This food includes a marine omega-3 source like fish oil or salmon oil, which delivers EPA and DHA directly. Plant sources like flaxseed only provide ALA, which pets convert very poorly.

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Sodium Tripolyphosphate ▾

An inorganic phosphate additive, commonly used in dental treats for tartar contr... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • Coltherd et al. 2019, British Journal of Nutrition (plasma P spikes)
  • Alexander et al. 2019, British Journal of Nutrition (kidney damage in cats)
  • Dobenecker et al. 2018, J Feline Medicine and Surgery
  • Laflamme et al. 2020, J Veterinary Internal Medicine (review)
  • Stockman 2024, J Feline Medicine and Surgery (no regulatory limit)
Carrageenan ▾

Carrageenan is a seaweed-derived thickener. Food-grade carrageenan is GRAS, but... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • Tobacman 2001, Environmental Health Perspectives
  • IARC Monographs Vol. 10 (degraded carrageenan)
  • FDA GRAS status (food-grade carrageenan)
Sodium Nitrite ▾

A preservative that can form cancer-linked nitrosamine compounds when combined w... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • Worth et al. 1997, NZ Veterinary Journal (fatal cat cases)
  • IARC Monographs Vol. 94 (Group 2A, nitrite + nitrosation)
  • FDA 21 CFR 573.700 (20 ppm limit in pet food)
  • Christopher et al. 1990, Veterinary Pathology (feline sensitivity)

Nutrition

Compared to 895 similar dog wet foods

Protein (dry-matter) 36.4%

Protein (dry-matter)

Protein content after removing water, so wet and dry foods can be compared fairly.

 Top 73%
Fat (dry-matter) 27.3%

Fat (dry-matter)

Fat content after removing water. Important for energy and nutrient absorption.

 Top 27%
Fiber (dry-matter) 4.5%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

 Top 85%
Moisture 78

Moisture

Water content. Higher moisture helps with hydration, especially for cats.

 Top 68%
Nutrient Transparency 0.0%

Nutrient Transparency

How many nutrients the brand reports beyond the basic required minimums.

 Top 62%

Ingredients

Compared to 895 similar dog wet foods

Named Protein Sources 2

Named Protein Sources

How many of the top 5 ingredients are identifiable, single-species proteins like chicken or salmon.

 Top 44%
Primary Protein Quality 4

Primary Protein Quality

Quality of the first protein listed. Whole meat ranks higher than meals or by-products.

 Top 46%
Low Filler Content 0

Low Filler Content

Corn, wheat, and soy in the top ingredients. Fewer fillers is better.

 Bottom 44%
Ingredient Simplicity 19

Ingredient Simplicity

Total number of ingredients. Simpler recipes can be easier to digest.

 Bottom 36%
Omega-3 Source 2

Omega-3 Source

Whether the omega-3 comes from fish oil (delivers EPA/DHA directly) or just flaxseed (plant ALA, which pets convert very poorly).

 Top 16%
Label Transparency 0

Label Transparency

Whether the same ingredient is listed in multiple forms (like pea protein + pea fiber) to make meat appear higher on the label.

 Bottom 47%

Full Ingredient List

Chicken, Sufficient Water for Processing, Meat By-Products, Beef, Brewers Rice, Flax Seed, Minerals (Potassium Chloride, Magnesium Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide), Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Added Color, Carrageenan, Dried Yam, Natural Smoke Flavor, Guar Gum, Vitamins (Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate {Vitamin B1} d-Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Xanthan Gum, Fish Oil, Sodium Nitrite (For Color Retention), Sage, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6)

Calories

1153 kcal/kg Energy density
425 kcal/can Per serving

⚕ Manufacturer Quality

Iams meets WSAVA Global Nutrition Committee guidelines: full-time veterinary nutritionist on staff, own manufacturing, AAFCO feeding trials, and published research.

Where to Buy

Chewy $32.28

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