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Horizon Cat Food Review

Company HQ

LocationSaskatchewan , Canada ca-flag

Parent company

Horizon Pet Nutrition

Sourcing and Manufacturing

LocationCanada ca-flag

Type of food

Dry Cat Food

Ratings

68%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 60%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 81%
? 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 77%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 50%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 40%
Pros
  • High protein content
  • To our knowledge, Horizon has never had a product recall
  • Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
  • Affordable
  • All protein comes from animal sourced ingredients
  • All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
Cons
  • None

Brand Overview

Horizon is a family owned company that was established in 2006, with the goal of offering high-quality pet foods. The company offers several different lines including Pulsar, Taiga, Amicus, and Complete. There are a variety of flavors available for dogs and cats with grain free options and choices for pets of every age.

How Much Does Horizon Cat Food Cost

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

Horizon Dry Cat Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per lb$3.87$4.85-20%
Price per 100 kcal$0.23$0.36-37%
Price per day$0.14$0.22-36%

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

Horizon Nutrient Profile Comparison

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

Dry Cat Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 39.76% 38.63% +3%
DM Fat 20.44% 16.64% +23%
DM Fiber 3.66% 5.22% -30%
DM Carb 26.44% 38.21% -31%

All of Horizon cat food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.

Recall History

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

Since 2011 Horizon has never been recalled.

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FAQ

faq-item-image Who owns Horizon cat food?

Horizon is owned by Horizon Pet Nutrition.

faq-item-image Where is Horizon cat food made?

Horizon is manufactured in Canada ca-flag.

faq-item-image Is Horizon AAFCO approved?

Yes, all of Horizon recipes are AAFCO approved.

faq-item-image Has Horizon cat food been recalled?

No Horizon has never been recalled.

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