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Chicken Soup for the Soul Indoor Tuna & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food

Chicken Soup for the Soul Indoor Tuna & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food
Company info
Company HQ
Cos Cob, Connecticut us-flag
Parent company
Chicken Soup for the Soul Pet Food LLC
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Cat Food
Cost per day: $0.15
Primary proteins
  • Tuna
  • Chicken Meal
  • Turkey Meal
  • Potato Protein

Ingredients

Tuna, Chicken Meal, Turkey Meal, Ground Brown Rice, Ground Lentils, Ground Peas, Pearled Barley, Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Powdered Cellulose, Potato Protein, Flaxseeds, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Dried Egg Product, Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Supplement), Citric Acid (Preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Dried Chicory Root, Dried Kelp, Carrots, Apples, Tomatoes, Blueberries, Spinach, Cranberries, Rosemary Extract, Parsley Flakes, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product

Overall Score

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63%

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 69%
? 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 73%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 54%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 40%
? Based on the variety of sizes available. Size Variety 64%

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: 13%

Fiber: 7%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 38%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 35.56%

Fat: 14.44%

Fiber: 7.78%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 42.22%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 31.5%

Fat: 31.08%

Carb: 37.41%

Our Review

Pros
  • To our knowledge, Chicken Soup for the Soul has never had a product recall
  • 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
  • Low protein content
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish

Recall History

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

Since 2011 Chicken Soup for the Soul has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Chicken Soup for the Soul Indoor Tuna & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Tuna. Tuna is a general name for one of several saltwater fish species. In pet food, tuna is generally used as a protein source.

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 Turkey Meal. The turkey meal in pet food is typically a byproduct of turkey meat production. Turkey meal is high in protein, and is easy for pets to digest. It is a good source of B vitamins and amino acids to support your pet’s overall well-being.

The fourth ingredient is Ground Brown Rice. In pet food, ground brown rice is a source of easily digestible carbohydrates and fiber. It can also add texture to the recipe. This cereal grain is gluten-free.

The fifth ingredient is Ground Lentils.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Chicken Soup for the Soul Indoor Tuna & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$4

Market Price avg.

$4.82

% From the Avg

-17%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.26

Market Price avg.

$0.39

% From the Avg

-34%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.15

Market Price avg.

$0.23

% From the Avg

-33%

Chicken Soup for the Soul Indoor Tuna & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food 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 Chicken Soup for the Soul Indoor Tuna & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food to the other 631 dry cat food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

35.56%

All Products avg.

38.78%

% From the Avg

-8%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

14.44%

All Products avg.

16.69%

% From the Avg

-13%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

7.78%

All Products avg.

5.22%

% From the Avg

+49%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

42.22%

All Products avg.

37.99%

% From the Avg

+11%

Analysis Overview

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

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