Brooksfield cat food
Brooksfield is a super-premium dry cat food. Production is located in Italy, from where it is shipped to the Russian market pre-packaged in various sizes. According to the manufacturer, only fresh meat is used in the preparation of the food, free from allergenic grains (wheat, corn), soy, artificial antioxidants, and GMO components. A more detailed analysis of the brand's product range and ingredients will help you understand its strengths and weaknesses.
Content
Assortment
The Brooksfield cat food range offers 6 low-grain, balanced diets:
- Adult Cat in two flavors (with beef or chicken) – for adults.
- Kitten with chicken – for kittens 1-12 months old, pregnant and lactating cats with increased content of nutrients, vitamins and minerals necessary for the period of active growth, pregnancy and lactation.
- Light/Sterilized with chicken – for pets that are overweight or have been sterilized.
- Indoor with turkey - for adult cats and cats living indoors.
- Hairball Control with beef – to prevent hairballs from accumulating in the stomach.
Each product uses rice (included in the product name) and barley (listed in the ingredients) as grain additives. The products are available in soft packaging of 400g, 2kg, and 7.5kg. Zip-lock closures on all packaging prevent spills and odors from spreading throughout storage. The design is particularly eye-catching—various images of pin-up girls, always alongside a cat, are meant to remind pets of the primary consumer of this food.
Composition analysis
To evaluate the composition of Brooksfield food, let's take as an example the Light/Sterilized diet with chicken and rice.
- Proteins: dehydrated and fresh chicken (29% and 20%, respectively). These ingredients are listed first on the ingredient list, meaning they form the basis of the food, a definite advantage. This also allows us to assume that the majority of the 28% listed on the packaging is of animal origin. However, it's important to note that chicken is one of the most common allergens.
- Fats: chicken fat and salmon oil. The former is a source of essential omega-3 fatty acids, especially linoleic acid, while the latter is a source of omega-3 fatty acids and a natural preservative.
- Carbohydrates. Two grains serve as sources: rice and barley. Barley contains a small amount of gluten, making it suitable for animals with sensitive digestion and allergies. Barley is considered one of the best grain additives in commercial pet foods due to its low glycemic index and high calorie content.
- Additives. Listed third on the ingredients list is tapioca, a starchy product made from cassava roots that serves as a filler and thickener, and also contains small amounts of vegetable protein, fat, and fiber.
The food is also enriched with sources of fiber (in the form of dehydrated carrots, apples, alfalfa, tomatoes, and blueberries), natural prebiotics for normal functioning of the animal's gastrointestinal tract (in the form of mannanoligosaccharides and inulin from chicory), natural antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, including taurine, which is especially important for a cat's health but is not synthesized in the body.
Methylsulfonylmethane and glucosamine help maintain musculoskeletal health, while Yucca schidigera extract helps reduce stool odor.
Advantages and disadvantages
Among the advantages of Brooksfield cat food it is worth highlighting:
- high proportion of meat components in the composition;
- use of natural preservatives and antioxidants;
- absence of allergenic cereals;
- balanced vitamin and mineral composition.
As for drawbacks, the main ones are the lack of information on the percentages of most ingredients and the brand's low availability in stores. Another drawback for some may be that Brooksfield is produced specifically for the Russian market.
Price
Brooksfield food is available primarily through online pet stores or in select brick-and-mortar retailers (primarily large ones). Approximate prices for various sizes of food:
- 400 g – from 299 rubles.
- 2 kg – from 1112 rub.
- 7.5 kg – from 3185 rub.
Veterinarian Reviews
Kirill, a veterinarian with 7 years of experience:
"Brooksfield cat food is a relatively new product on the Russian market. I'm pleased with its natural meat-based formula and the absence of synthetic ingredients. At first glance, it's a decent representative of its class at an optimal price. Owners who have switched to Brooksfield have reported no health problems."
Ivan, a veterinarian at a state clinic:
"The main advantages of Brooksfield foods are their high animal protein content, the absence of the most allergenic grains, and a balanced vitamin and mineral composition to support cats' health. I recommend keeping in mind that chicken is also a potential allergen, although I have not observed any allergic reactions when feeding these foods. The manufacturer positions the products as standard diets for animals without allergies."
Owner reviews
Natalia, owner of a Maine Coon
"We first bought Brooksfield food on the recommendation of a consultant at the pet store. We started with small 400g packages, now we're buying 2kg Adult Cat, alternating beef and chicken flavors. We also occasionally feed our cat Hairball Control. His stool has noticeably normalized (it used to be loose) and his coat has improved, with less shedding. I'd also like to try wet food from this manufacturer so I can pamper him periodically."
Elena, owner of a domestic cat:
"This is the only food my picky Marquise eats with gusto. I'm especially pleased with the excellent ingredients at a great price. I follow the weight recommendations on the packaging for feeding amounts. She always eats with gusto and has never asked for more, which I consider to be a sign of adequate nutrition. She hasn't had any digestive issues, her fur is soft and shiny, and her activity level is normal. The only problem is that it's impossible to buy at a local store, so I order a couple of packs online to save on shipping."
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