Meow Mix Meow Mix Li’l Nibbles

Meow Mix Li’l Nibbles

Meow Mix

#427 of 558 $0.08/oz

$0.20–$0.40/oz

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At a Glance

Higher protein than 67% of similar foods

Protein is the building block of strong muscles, healthy organs, and a shiny coat. This food packs more of it than most in its category.

Higher moisture for better hydration

Cats evolved to get most of their water from food. Higher moisture helps keep kidneys happy and supports healthy hydration.

Better price than 97% of similar foods

Getting great nutrition without overspending is a win. This food delivers solid quality for less than most of its peers.

Corn Protein Meal

A plant-based protein used to bump up the protein number on the label at a lower... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • Mueller et al. 2016, BMC Veterinary Research (allergen review)
Ethoxyquin

Ethoxyquin is a synthetic antioxidant originally developed as a pesticide. Banne... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • FDA CVM, 2017 voluntary cessation request
  • EU Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003
Phosphoric Acid

An inorganic phosphate source. A cat's body absorbs this kind of phosphorus much... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • Coltherd et al. 2019, British Journal of Nutrition
  • Alexander et al. 2019, British Journal of Nutrition
  • Laflamme et al. 2020, J Veterinary Internal Medicine
  • Summers et al. 2020, J Veterinary Internal Medicine (commercial food survey)
Red 40

Red 40 (Allura Red AC) is an artificial dye with zero nutritional purpose, added... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • McCann et al. 2007, The Lancet
Yellow 5

Yellow 5 (Tartrazine) is an artificial dye. Requires warning labels in the EU. N... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • EU Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008
Blue 2

Blue 2 (Indigo Carmine) is an artificial dye. No nutritional function.

Nutrition

Compared to 606 similar cat dry foods

Protein (dry-matter) 40.9%

Protein (dry-matter)

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

Top 33%
Fat (dry-matter) 17.0%

Fat (dry-matter)

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

Top 48%
Fiber (dry-matter) 5.1%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

Top 40%
Moisture 12

Moisture

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

Top 10%
Taurine (dry-matter) 0.2%

Taurine (dry-matter)

An amino acid vital for heart and eye health, especially in cats.

Top 47%
Nutrient Transparency 3.0%

Nutrient Transparency

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

Top 48%

Ingredients

Compared to 606 similar cat dry foods

Named Protein Sources 0

Named Protein Sources

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

Top 94%
Primary Protein Quality 2

Primary Protein Quality

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

Top 82%
Low Filler Content 2

Low Filler Content

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

Bottom 84%
Ingredient Simplicity 22

Ingredient Simplicity

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

Bottom 13%
Omega-3 Source 0

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 88%
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 37%

Full Ingredient List

Chicken By-Product Meal, Brewers Rice, Corn Protein Meal, Ground Corn, Soybean Meal, Beef Tallow (Mixed Tocopherols Used As A Preservative), Ocean Fish Meal (Ethoxyquin Used As A Preservative), Natural Flavor, Salmon Meal, Turkey By-Product Meal, Phosphoric Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Taurine, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Manganous Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Lactic Acid, Red 40, Yellow 5, Blue 2, Rosemary Extract

Calories

3750 kcal/kg Energy density
348 kcal/cup Per serving

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