Meow Mix Original Choice

Original Choice

Meow Mix

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At a Glance

Simpler ingredient list than 74% of peers ▾

A shorter ingredient list often means a more straightforward recipe. It's also easier to spot anything your pet might be sensitive to.

More nutrients tested and listed than most ▾

Some brands test and list nutrients beyond the basic four (protein, fat, fiber, moisture). More transparency means you can make a more informed choice.

Soy Protein ▾

Soy contains compounds called isoflavones that can nudge thyroid hormone levels... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • White et al. 2004, Am J Veterinary Research (T4 increase in cats on soy)
  • Redmon et al. 2016, Xenobiotica (cats bottom 3 of 13 species for clearance)
  • Court & Freeman 2002, Am J Veterinary Research (soy in 57% of cat foods)
  • van Hoek et al. 2015, J Feline Medicine and Surgery (critical review)
  • Mueller et al. 2016, BMC Veterinary Research (canine allergen prevalence)
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)
Yellow 6 ▾

Yellow 6 (Sunset Yellow) is an artificial dye. Banned or requires warning labels... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • EU Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008
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) 35.2%

Protein (dry-matter)

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

Top 71%
Fat (dry-matter) 12.5%

Fat (dry-matter)

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

Top 84%
Fiber (dry-matter) 4.5%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

Top 45%
Moisture 12

Moisture

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

Top 10%
Nutrient Transparency 4.0%

Nutrient Transparency

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

Top 33%

Ingredients

Compared to 606 similar cat dry foods

Named Protein Sources 1

Named Protein Sources

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

Top 78%
Primary Protein Quality 0

Primary Protein Quality

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

Top 93%
Low Filler Content 2

Low Filler Content

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

Bottom 84%
Ingredient Simplicity 26

Ingredient Simplicity

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

Bottom 27%
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

Ground Corn, Chicken By-Product Meal, Soybean Meal, Corn Protein Meal, Beef Tallow (Mixed Tocopherols Used As A Preservative), Natural Flavor, Turkey By-Product Meal, Salmon Meal, Ocean Fish Meal (Ethoxyquin Used As A Preservative), Calcium Carbonate, Phosphoric Acid, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Choline Chloride, Salt, 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), Dl-Methionine, Taurine, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Manganous Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Yellow 6, Red 40, Yellow 5, Lactic Acid, Potassium Chloride, L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Blue 2, Rosemary Extract

Calories

3500 kcal/kg Energy density
308 kcal/cup Per serving

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