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Essence Ocean & Freshwater Recipe Grain-Free Dry Cat Food

Essence Ocean & Freshwater Recipe Grain-Free Dry Cat Food
Company info
Company HQ
Valencia, California
Parent company
Pets Global, Inc.
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Cat Food
Cost per day: $0.19
Primary proteins
  • Salmon
  • Herring
  • Mackerel
  • Pollock Meal

Ingredients

Salmon, Herring, Sardines, Mackerel, Cod Meal, Pollock Meal, Catfish Meal, Red Lentils, Green Lentils, Olive Oil, Herring Meal, Natural Flavors, Coconut Flour, Navy Beans, Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Choline Chloride, Pumpkin, Taurine, Fructooligosaccharide, Potassium Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin Supplement, D Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), New Zealand Green Mussel, Chia Seed Oil.

Overall Score

72%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 69%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 78%
? 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 42%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 64%
? 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 92%

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: 40%

Fat: 17.5%

Fiber: 5%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 27.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

Protein: 44.44%

Fat: 19.44%

Fiber: 5.56%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 30.56%

Calorie Weighted Basis

Protein: 36.36%

Fat: 38.64%

Carb: 25%

Our Review

Pros
  • To our knowledge, Essence has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Green-lipped mussel is added as a source of glucosamine and chondroitin
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Affordable
Cons
  • 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 Essence since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Essence has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Essence Ocean & Freshwater Recipe Grain-Free Dry Cat Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Salmon. Salmon is meat from any fish in the salmon family, and in pet food, salmon might also refer to other parts of the fish including skin and organs. Salmon is an excellent source of protein, and it is a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids.

The second ingredient is Herring. Herring is a general term for several species of saltwater fish. In pet food, herring can be a good source of protein, plus it offers many other important nutrients including essential fatty acids.

The third ingredient is Sardines. Sardines are small, oily fish that are used for human consumption worldwide. In pet food, sardine serves as a source of protein, fat, vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and Omega-3 essential fatty acid.

The fourth ingredient is Mackerel. Mackerel is meat from a fish belonging to any mackerel species. In pet food, mackerel serves as a source of protein, essential fatty acids, and other important nutrients.

The fifth ingredient is Cod Meal. Cod Meal is derived from clean, dried and ground codfish, bones and organs. It's packed with proteins, iodine, vitamin B12, selenium, phosphorus and omega-3 fatty acids. Cod Meal in pet diet promotes healthy heart function and reduces inflammation

When we analyzed the ingredients in Essence Ocean & Freshwater Recipe Grain-Free Dry Cat Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from fish based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$5.15

Market Price avg.

$4.42

% From the Avg

+17%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.31

Market Price avg.

$0.28

% From the Avg

+12%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.19

Market Price avg.

$0.16

% From the Avg

+16%

Essence Ocean & Freshwater Recipe Grain-Free Dry Cat Food is priced above 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 Essence Ocean & Freshwater Recipe Grain-Free Dry Cat Food to the other 534 dry cat food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

44.44%

All Products avg.

38.91%

% From the Avg

+14%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

19.44%

All Products avg.

16.8%

% From the Avg

+16%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

5.56%

All Products avg.

5.11%

% From the Avg

+9%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

30.56%

All Products avg.

37.83%

% From the Avg

-19%

Analysis Overview

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

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