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ACANA Meadowlands Freeze Dried Coated Grain Free Dry Cat Food

ACANA Meadowlands Freeze Dried Coated Grain Free Dry Cat Food
Company info
Company HQ
Alberta, Canada
Parent company
Champion Petfoods
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Fresh Frozen Cat Food
Cost per day: $0.21
Primary proteins
  • Deboned Chicken
  • Deboned Turkey
  • Chicken Liver
  • Chicken Meal

Ingredients

Deboned chicken, deboned turkey, chicken liver, chicken meal, catfish meal, pollock meal, whole red lentils, whole pinto beans, chicken fat, pea starch, whole green lentils, whole chickpeas, rainbow trout, eggs, catfish, pollock oil, natural chicken flavor, chicken heart, lentil fiber, turkey meal, turkey liver, turkey heart, chicken cartilage, turkey cartilage, freeze-dried turkey liver, choline chloride, dried kelp, whole cranberries, whole pumpkin, collard greens, carrots, apples, zinc proteinate, vitamin E supplement, mixed tocopherols (preservative), taurine, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin A acetate, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, biotin, copper proteinate, L-carnitine, DL-methionine, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), chicory root, turmeric, sarsaparilla root, althea root, rosehips, juniper berries, citric acid (preservative), rosemary extract, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus casei fermentation product

Overall Score

84%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 60%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 85%
? We scan the FDA’s database and rate each brand by the number of recalls in its history. Brands with fewer recalls receive higher ratings. Recall History 100%
? By comparing the prices of foods in our database, we determine if a food is above or below market average price. Lower-priced foods receive higher ratings. Price 100%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 87%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 80%
? Based on the variety of sizes available. Size Variety 100%

Estimated Nutrient Content

To understand the nutrient content of pet food, we visualize its macronutrient composition in three ways. In the charts below, you’ll see a guaranteed analysis on an as-fed basis, a dry matter analysis, and a breakdown of the food’s macronutrients on a calorie-weighted basis.

Remember that all of these values are estimates based on the guaranteed analysis published by the company, and the food’s actual nutrient values may be slightly different.

Guaranteed Analysis

Protein: 36%

Fat: 18%

Fiber: 4%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 10%

Carb: 22%

Dry Matter Analysis

Protein: 40%

Fat: 20%

Fiber: 4.44%

Ash: 11.11%

Carb: 24.44%

Calorie Weighted Basis

Protein: 35.39%

Fat: 42.98%

Carb: 21.63%

Our Review

Pros
  • To our knowledge, ACANA has never had a product recall
  • Freeze-dried food retains the nutritional value of raw meat
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • Affordable
Cons
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Freeze dried cat food requires rehydration, which is time-consuming
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all cat food recalls related to ACANA since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 ACANA has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of ACANA Meadowlands Freeze Dried Coated Grain Free Dry Cat Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Deboned Chicken. Deboned chicken is chicken meat with the bones removed. In pet food, deboned chicken is a valuable source of protein.

The second ingredient is Deboned Turkey. Deboned turkey is a general term for turkey meat that has had the bones removed. The deboned turkey in pet food is a valuable protein source as well as a source of other essential nutrients to benefit your companion’s overall wellbeing.

The third ingredient is Chicken Liver. Chicken liver is one of a few organ meats that come from a chicken. In pet food, chicken liver serves as a source of protein, iron, and amino acids.

The fourth ingredient is Chicken Meal. In pet food, chicken meal is often listed as a source of protein. Chicken meal is produced by baking and grinding chicken meat and skin. As a dry form of animal protein, it is most often found in kibble and treats.

The fifth ingredient is Catfish Meal. Catfish fish meal is dried, ground tissue from any species of catfish. In pet food, catfish meal serves as a source of protein, amino acids, and essential fatty acids to help keep your companion’s skin and coat healthy.

When we analyzed the ingredients in ACANA Meadowlands Freeze Dried Coated Grain Free Dry Cat Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$5.6

Market Price avg.

$9

% From the Avg

-38%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.35

Market Price avg.

$1.34

% From the Avg

-74%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.21

Market Price avg.

$0.80

% From the Avg

-74%

ACANA Meadowlands Freeze Dried Coated Grain Free Dry Cat Food is priced well below the average market price for wet frozen cat food.

Nutritional Analysis

Adult cat foods can have a lot of variability in calorie density but generally meet requirements for the average active cat. With formulations addressing a wide variety of needs, including weight loss or gain, indoor or outdoor living, or hairball problems, individual recipes may vary greatly in calorie, fiber, and nutritional content.

With that in mind, we’ve compared ACANA Meadowlands Freeze Dried Coated Grain Free Dry Cat Food to the other 1 wet frozen cat food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

40%

All Products avg.

40%

% From the Avg

0%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

20%

All Products avg.

20%

% From the Avg

0%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

4.44%

All Products avg.

4.44%

% From the Avg

0%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

24.44%

All Products avg.

24.44%

% From the Avg

0%

Analysis Overview

Overall, this is a meat based food that’s moderate in protein with moderate fat and moderate carbohydrate content relative to other wet frozen cat foods.

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