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Chicken Soup for the Soul Weight & Mature Care Ocean Fish

Chicken Soup for the Soul Weight & Mature Care Ocean Fish
Company info
Company HQ
Cos Cob, Connecticut us-flag
Parent company
Chicken Soup for the Soul Inc.
Product info
Age Range: Senior
Food Form Wet Senior Cat Food
Cost per day: $0.74
Primary proteins
  • Ocean Fish
  • Chicken
  • Chicken Liver
  • Dried Egg Product

Ingredients

Ocean Fish, Chicken Broth, Turkey Broth, Chicken, Chicken Liver, Whole Grain Brown Rice, Dried Egg Product, Salmon, Turkey, Duck, Pea Fiber, Carrots, Peas, Flaxseed, Powdered Cellulose, Oatmeal, Potassium Chloride, Cassia Gum, Xanthan Gum, Taurine, Apples, Cranberries, Dried Kelp, Vitamins (Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid), Inulin, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Proteinate, Potassium Iodide, Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Selenite), Yucca Schidigera Extract, Choline Chloride, Parsley, Salt.

Overall Score

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71%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 62%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 72%
? 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 79%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 73%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 50%

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: 9%

Fat: 3%

Fiber: 2.5%

Moisture: 78%

Ash: 2.3%

Carb: 5.2%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 40.91%

Fat: 13.64%

Fiber: 11.36%

Ash: 10.45%

Carb: 23.64%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 41.89%

Fat: 33.91%

Carb: 24.2%

Our Review

Pros
  • High moisture content
  • To our knowledge, Chicken Soup has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
  • 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
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Doesn’t receive consistently positive customer reviews
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish

Recall History

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

Since 2011 Chicken Soup has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Chicken Soup for the Soul Weight & Mature Care Ocean Fish begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Ocean Fish. Ocean fish is a general term for the meat from saltwater fish. In pet food, ocean fish can serve as a source of dietary protein and many other nutrients including Omega-3 fatty acids.

The second ingredient is Chicken Broth. Chicken broth is made by boiling chicken meat, skin, and bones to obtain nutrients including fat, vitamins, and minerals. In pet food, chicken broth increases moisture and improves flavor.

The third ingredient is Turkey Broth. Turkey broth is the liquid that remains after turkey has been cooked. In pet food, turkey broth adds moisture, flavor, and aroma, along with some nutrients.

The fourth ingredient is Chicken. Chicken is meat from the domesticated bird of the same name. In pet food, chicken is used as a primary protein source.

The fifth 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.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Chicken Soup for the Soul Weight & Mature Care Ocean Fish, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per oz

Product Price

$0.33

Market Price avg.

$0.5

% From the Avg

-34%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$1.23

Market Price avg.

$1.85

% From the Avg

-34%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.74

Market Price avg.

$1.11

% From the Avg

-34%

Chicken Soup for the Soul Weight & Mature Care Ocean Fish is priced well below the average market price for wet senior cat food.

Nutritional Analysis

As opposed to formulas intended for growth (kitten) and maintenance (adult), there are no special label requirements or legal definitions for “senior” diets. Senior diets are actually only required to meet the same nutritional needs as for adult diets. This means that there can be a lot of variation and interpretation by different food companies on what makes up a senior diet. Senior diets can have varying amounts of protein, fat, carbs, phosphorus, sodium, and fiber.

The assumptions that all senior pets need low protein, low fat and carbs, low phosphorus and sodium, and high fiber across the board are incorrect. The need for higher or lower levels of these nutrients varies greatly from cat to cat. That’s why it’s very important for senior pets for their pet parents to work with their veterinarian to decide what type of diet is most appropriate. For many young senior pets, the adult diets they’ve been on may be just fine to continue.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Chicken Soup for the Soul Weight & Mature Care Ocean Fish to the other 43 wet senior cat food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

40.91%

All Products avg.

44.48%

% From the Avg

-8%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

13.64%

All Products avg.

19.4%

% From the Avg

-30%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

11.36%

All Products avg.

9.32%

% From the Avg

+22%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

23.64%

All Products avg.

20.26%

% From the Avg

+17%

Analysis Overview

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

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