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CANIDAE Cat Food Review

Company HQ

Norco, California

Parent company

Canidae Corporation

Sourcing and Manufacturing

United States

Type of food

Dry Cat Food, Wet Cat Food

Ratings

62%

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 68%

? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 73%

? 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 70%

? 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 54%

? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 61%

? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 44%

Where to Buy

39 recipes available View

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Pros

High protein content
Affordable
All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives

Cons

Some recipes contain plant-based protein
The brand has been previously recalled

Brand Overview

CANIDAE produces high-quality pet food for dogs and cats. The company focuses on offering grain-free products, and some recipes are also potato-free. A few CANIDAE products utilize limited ingredients or single animal proteins for pets with allergies and sensitivities.

How Much Does CANIDAE Cat Food Cost

We’ve compared CANIDAE cat food price to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.

Dry Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per lb	$3.11	$4.07	-24%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.19	$0.25	-23%
Price per day	$0.12	$0.15	-20%

CANIDAE Dry Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Wet Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per oz	$0.66	$0.49	+35%
Price per 100 kcal	$3.33	$2.02	+65%
Price per day	$2.00	$1.21	+65%

CANIDAE Wet Cat Food is priced above the average market price for cat food.

CANIDAE Nutrient Profile Comparison

We’ve compared CANIDAE cat food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.

Dry Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	37.54%	38.82%	-3%
DM Fat	18.50%	16.74%	+11%
DM Fiber	3.97%	5.11%	-22%
DM Carb	39.99%	38.00%	+5%

Wet Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	58.35%	52.92%	+10%
DM Fat	10.12%	17.74%	-43%
DM Fiber	6.57%	6.38%	+3%
DM Carb	24.97%	13.98%	+79%

Recall History

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

Canidae - Dog Food (05/05/2012) -+

Date:	05/05/2012
Company Name:	Canidae Pet Foods
Product Description:	Dog Food
Recall Reason:	Potential for salmonella

Read the Full FDA Report

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Overall Score

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CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Ancestral Freeze-Dried Raw Coated Salmon Formula Dry Cat Food

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Cost per day $0.07

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Cost per day $0.16

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Cost per day $0.13

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Cost per day $0.08

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CANIDAE Grain-Free PURE Limited Ingredient Trout Formula Dry Cat Food

Cost per day $0.14

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CANIDAE Adore Grain-Free Chicken & Shrimp in Broth Canned Cat Food

Cost per day $2.70

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Cost per day $0.14

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FAQ

Who owns CANIDAE cat food?

CANIDAE is owned by Canidae Corporation.

Where is CANIDAE cat food made?

CANIDAE is manufactured in the United States .

Is CANIDAE AAFCO approved?

Not all of CANIDAE recipes are AAFCO approved, the following recipes are not AAFCO approved.

Has CANIDAE cat food been recalled?

CANIDAE has been recalled 1 times in the years 2012.

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