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Authority Chicken

Authority Chicken
Company info
Company HQ
Phoenix, Arizona
Parent company
PetSmart Inc.
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Cat Food
Cost per day: $0.13
Primary proteins
  • Deboned Chicken
  • Chicken Meal
  • Corn Protein Concentrate
  • Turkey

Ingredients

Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brewers Rice, Corn, Corn Protein Concentrate, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Turkey, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Dried Egg Product, Salmon Oil, Potassium Chloride, Inulin, Choline Chloride, Salt, Dicalcium Phosphate, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement), Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Taurine, Vegetable Oil, Rosemary Extract.

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Overall Score

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67%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 51%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 76%
? 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 68%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 74%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 40%

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

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Protein: 32%

Fat: 16%

Fiber: 4%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 38%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 35.56%

Fat: 17.78%

Fiber: 4.44%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 42.22%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 29.4%

Fat: 35.7%

Carb: 34.91%

Our Review

Pros
  • To our knowledge, Authority has never had a product recall
  • Affordable
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
Cons
  • Low protein content
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains plant-based proteins
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish

Recall History

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

Since 2011 Authority has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Authority Chicken 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 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 third ingredient is Brewers Rice. Brewers rice is a byproduct of the beer industry. The brewers rice in pet food has been dried and ground for use as a carbohydrate source, often in gluten-free recipes.

The fourth ingredient is Corn. Corn is a cereal grain that finds its way into countless products. In pet food, corn is usually added as a bulking agent. It is a gluten-free source of carbohydrates for energy and it may offer fiber, vitamins, and minerals as well.

The fifth ingredient is Corn Protein Concentrate. Corn protein concentrate is a protein that is isolated from corn. In pet food, corn protein concentrate can be a source of amino acids and protein. It is normally combined with other protein sources.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Authority Chicken, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$3.57

Market Price avg.

$4.51

% From the Avg

-21%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.22

Market Price avg.

$0.28

% From the Avg

-21%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.13

Market Price avg.

$0.16

% From the Avg

-19%

Authority Chicken is priced below the average market price for dry 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 Authority Chicken to the other 534 dry cat food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

35.56%

All Products avg.

38.91%

% From the Avg

-9%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

17.78%

All Products avg.

16.8%

% From the Avg

+6%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

4.44%

All Products avg.

5.11%

% From the Avg

-13%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

42.22%

All Products avg.

37.83%

% From the Avg

+12%

Analysis Overview

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

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