Dry and Wet Cat Food Ratings 2016

We present to you the rating of dry and wet cat food for 2016, thanks to which we will determine which cat food is the best.

How was the rating compiled?

Before we dive into the ranking itself, it's important to understand the principles we used to compile it in terms of priorities:

1. First and foremost, it's the quality of the product: the balance of the feed (the combination of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, fiber, vitamins, etc.), and the quality of the raw materials—as we know, not all proteins are the same. These could be horns and hooves, or they could be valuable meat.
2. Next, the breadth of the product range is taken into account - the presence of dietary, therapeutic, and pedigree series of cat food.
3. Price certainly matters. Sometimes a product can be truly high-quality, but the price is prohibitive. To make a balanced decision, we consider the price per gram of protein in the feed versus the retail price of the product.
4. Reviews of food from owners and veterinarians can also contribute to the correction factor.

Premium Dry Cat Food Ratings

The ranking that will be presented includes only the best cat foods. "Premium," "super-premium," and "holistic" categories are ranked separately. Premium cat foods are ranked by veterinarians and breeders as follows:

No. 1 Royal Canin

In fact, the food could be considered "super-premium," as the brand offers not only breed-specific and age-specific product lines, but also a therapeutic one. However, some veterinarians are concerned that in recent years, brand-name foods from a well-known manufacturer have been produced in Russian factories, raising serious quality concerns. But "dry" is definitely considered premium. Royal Canin occupies the first ranking position.

As for the price range, it is not wide, but it can be affordable for many buyers:

Royal Canin branded therapeutic foods are slightly more expensive:

URINARY S/O LP34, a preventative treatment for urolithiasis, is also available, starting at 890 rubles per 2 kg package. The manufacturer also offers cat food for Persian cats (including kittens), Siamese cats, British Shorthair cats (including kittens), Sphynx cats, and Maine Coons (including kittens).

Royal Canin is ranked #1 in the premium dry cat food rankings because its signature product line also includes a cat milk replacer and several additional dry food options for small kittens (including sterilized ones). Plus, it offers food for:

• indoor cats;
• occasionally going outside;
• often on the street;
• picky about the aroma, composition or taste of food;
• sterilized male and female cats;
• predisposed to excess weight;
• with sensitive skin;
• and prone to indigestion.

No. 2 Hills

Hill's cat food Premium class is included in the rating at number 2. Many veterinarians also classify this brand's food as "super-premium," including it in the corresponding dry cat food rating. The brand produces two types of dry food:

• for the daily menu of healthy cats;
• and a therapeutic line for pets.

The cost of such prepared food varies (depending on the purpose and composition of the feed), but it is acceptable:

No. 3 Purina ProPlan

The range also includes a veterinary line. For this reason, some consider this food to be a "super-premium" food. And, of course, it was rightfully included in the 2015 premium dry cat food rankings at No. 3. All varieties are suitable for everyday feeding of indoor cats. They are balanced and contain natural chicken. Prices start at 900 rubles for a 1.5-kilogram pack.

No. 4 Eukanuba

Perfectly combining high quality and optimal price Eukanuba foodIt is presented on the market in two lines:

• daily diet;
• veterinary assortment.

The cost of dry food will be affordable for many:

No. 5 Bozita

This premium dry cat food is made in Sweden (and that alone says a lot). The company's wet pouches are most popular, but veterinarians also highly recommend this brand's dry food to cat owners as high-quality and affordable—starting at 870 rubles for a 2-kilogram package.

Of course, it is up to the owners to decide *which cat food is best* from the premium dry food options presented, based on their own budget.

Super-premium dry cat food ratings

The 2015 ranking of super-premium dry cat food includes:

№1 1st choice

A superior-quality diet that positively impacts your cat's health and appearance. Produced in Canada and subject to rigorous quality testing, it's available in three product lines:

• GROWTH (kittens) from 480 rubles per kilo;
• ADULT (for healthy adult animals) from 440 rubles per kg;
• SENIOR (for cats over 7 years old) from 430 rubles per kilo.

And this is the best super-premium cat food according to veterinarian reviews for 2014-2015.

No. 2 Bosch Sanabelle

Super-premium dry food made in Germany. It's made with natural ingredients and contains no artificial colors, flavor enhancers, or artificial flavors. This dry food is suitable for most cats, providing benefits for their health and appearance. A 2 kg pack for adult cats starts at 1,460 rubles.

No. 3 Arden Grange

This super-premium cat food rightfully ranks third among the top rated super-premium cat foods. It's a perfectly balanced diet made with real meat and rice, with added probiotics. It's suitable for and (importantly) liked by most felines. It's reasonably priced—starting at 450 rubles for 400 grams of dry food for adult cats.

No. 4 Cimiao by Farmina

This elite dry food ranked fourth among super-premium cat foods. It contains exclusively natural ingredients and fiber. It promotes normal digestion. The dry food is graded according to age group. The price of a 2 kg pack starts from 1,660 rubles.

No. 5 Nutram Pet Products, or more precisely, grain-free Nutram Grain Free

And again, the Canadians. This particular product ranked #5 in the dry "super-premium" *cat food rankings*. The price for an adult pet starts at 1,190 rubles per 1.8 kg.

Holistic cat food ratings

And, of course, no "cat food rating" would be complete without an expert analysis of holistic foods, particularly dry food. While the list of premium cat foods in ratings could go on and on, truly excellent holistic products are few and far between. But the best super-premium cat food in the holistic category, according to veterinarians, is Innova Cat and Kitten. A true masterpiece in the production of truly high-quality and nutritious pet food. The diet is rich in vitamin S, as well as omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which improve the appearance of the coat, making it silkier, and support the cat's overall immune system. Prices start at 1,000 rubles per 2 kg. The following holistic cat foods are included in the rating in the following order:

#1 American Golden Eagle Holistic from Eagle Pack

Excellent food, without flavor enhancers or fragrances. Another top-rated dry cat food, according to veterinarians. Many experts recommend it, especially for animals weakened by illness and for the prevention of certain diseases. Prices vary, starting at 450 rubles for 400 grams.

No. 2 Go Natural Holistic

The manufacturer makes this food using ingredients suitable even for human consumption. Plus, it contains minerals, vitamins, and probiotics. It's an excellent diet for preventing obesity, urolithiasis, and gastrointestinal problems in pets. A pack (3.6 kg) costs 2,000 rubles. The product line includes dry food for kittens and cats. The green stripe on the packaging indicates a grain-free diet for pets with sensitive digestion. The pink stripe indicates a food with chicken, fruits, and vegetables. The purple stripe indicates a meat-based diet.

№3 GRANDORF Natural & Healthy

A holistic dry food with an ideal protein content (32%). It was named one of the Best Foods of 2015, according to veterinarian reviews. And rightfully so. The brand's official website specifically emphasizes that their holistic cat foods included in the rating do not contain one of the most common ingredients in pet food—chicken! This means they are suitable for pets with allergies to this product. The price per pack starts at 660 rubles for 3 kg.

The choice of which cat food is best, of course, remains with the pet owner. They can buy premium cat food from our ratings or choose one of the best cat foods of 2015, according to veterinarian reviews, as rated by our portal.

Wet cat food ratings

Below we present to your attention the rating of wet cat food for 2016. In principle, your pet can be fed wet food branded canned goodsTrue, this will be significantly more expensive than dry food. This is, of course, provided you feed premium cat food from reputable manufacturers. Feeding your cat the contents of cheap, over-hyped, budget-friendly pouches and cans is strictly not recommended. Good prepared food can be divided into two groups: premium wet cat food and holistic canned food. Veterinarians recommend adding these to a cat's diet at a rate of 25% of the total daily food intake.

Rating of super-premium pouches, as well as canned food in jars and packs

Premium wet cat food is produced by the best European and American companies specializing in dry and canned pet food. The 2015 wet cat food rankings don't always mirror the "best dry cat food according to veterinarian reviews" category. However, for a 25% supplement to your pet's dry diet, it's best to choose canned food of the same quality and manufacturer. The expert ranking of "super-premium" wet food is as follows:

1. Innova Evo, a premium canned food, rightfully takes first place. It contains raw, dietary meat and probiotics. It's no wonder this food ranks first in the 2015 *wet cat food rating*. It's arguably the *best wet cat food according to veterinarians*. And the price is quite reasonable: starting at 95 rubles for a 375-gram can.
2. Wellness Chicken Formula wet food. It's also considered a super-premium food, containing only natural meat and light vegetables, plus veterinarian-approved vitamin and mineral supplements. Cats love this canned food. An 85-gram can starts at 50 rubles.
3. Schesir Italian cat food, produced at the company's own factories in Thailand. It has an excellent nutritional composition: high in protein (12%) and low in fat (for example, only 0.8% in a can of tuna and shrimp). It costs 45-50 rubles for 85 grams.

Rating of wet food in the holistic category

1. The Italian Almo Nature wet pouches are considered the best in this ranking. They offer a full line of canned food with natural meat, vegetables, and fruits. This grain-free food is suitable for animals with liver, kidney, and heart conditions, as well as for the comprehensive prevention of a wide range of diseases. Prices start at 75 rubles for a 55-gram pack.
2. Second place goes to Moonlight Dinner holistic wet food (Germany). This diet features a wide variety of ingredients and a wide selection. Only the finest ingredients and no flavor enhancers. Starting at 115 rubles for an 80-gram jar.
3. In third place are jars, laminators, plastic boats, and pouches from the English brand Applaws. These natural canned foods contain veterinarian-approved vitamin and mineral supplements. They are included in many therapeutic and preventative veterinary diets. Prices start at 76 rubles per 100 grams.

And again, it's up to the cat's owner to choose the best wet cat food based on veterinarian reviews or to settle for a less expensive product.

Features of super-premium dry food

Professional dry food in the premium and super-premium classes is balanced, properly fortified with vitamins and minerals, created by experienced, highly qualified technologists in close collaboration with veterinarians. The ingredients are carefully selected. The component cocktail undergoes several stages of testing before receiving a quality certificate of compliance with the standards developed by veterinarians, breeders, and felinologists. Creating such nutrition at home is virtually impossible. Even preparing simple homemade cat food, without vitamins, minerals, and carefully balanced ingredients, requires a significant amount of time. After all, food must be freshly prepared at least twice a day, a challenge for most working pet owners. This is especially true for cats in poor health who require a very specific diet.

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