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Company HQ
McLean, Virginia 
Parent company
Mars Petcare USSourcing and Manufacturing
United States Type of food
Cat Dry Food, Dog Dry Food, Cat Wet Food, Senior Dog Dry Food, Senior Cat Wet Food, Dog Wet Food, Senior Dog Wet Food, Puppy Wet Food, Kitten Wet Food, Kitten Dry Food, Puppy Dry Food, Senior Cat Dry FoodWhere to Buy
Pros
- Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
- Affordable
- All animal protein comes from animal sourced ingredients
Cons
- Lower than average protein content
- The brand has been previously recalled
- Products include meat by-products
Brand Overview
Iams is a premium brand that produces pet food for dogs and cats. Their canine product line includes options for different-size dogs and all life stages, as well as breed-specific food for dogs. Iams cat food comes in different formulas for all life stages, as well as for cats with specific needs.
How Much Does Iams Cat food Cost
We’ve compared Iams cat food to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.
| Brand Price | Market Price Avg | +- From the Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cat Dry Food | $1.55/lb | $3.21/lb | -$1.66/lb |
| Cat Wet Food | $0.37/oz | $0.42/oz | -$0.05/oz |
| Senior Cat Wet Food | $0.38/oz | $0.39/oz | -$0.01/oz |
| Senior Cat Dry Food | $1.48/lb | $3.54/lb | -$2.06/lb |
Iams cat food is priced below the average market price for cat food.
Iams Nutrient Profile comparison
We’ve compared Iams cat food to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.
Cat Dry Food
| Brand Avg | Market Avg | +- From the Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 36.35% | 38.96% | -2.61% |
| Fat | 16.59% | 16.71% | -0.12% |
| Fiber | 4.84% | 5.07% | -0.23% |
Cat Wet Food
| Brand Avg | Market Avg | +- From the Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 45.87% | 52.74% | -6.87% |
| Fat | 21.62% | 17.71% | +3.91% |
| Fiber | 4.88% | 6.33% | -1.45% |
Senior Cat Wet Food
| Brand Avg | Market Avg | +- From the Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 50.00% | 44.13% | +5.87% |
| Fat | 21.05% | 19.32% | +1.73% |
| Fiber | 5.26% | 9.44% | -4.18% |
Senior Cat Dry Food
| Brand Avg | Market Avg | +- From the Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein | 37.78% | 35.32% | +2.46% |
| Fat | 18.89% | 16.18% | +2.71% |
| Fiber | 3.33% | 6.41% | -3.08% |
All of Iams cat food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all cat food recalls related to Iams since 2009. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
Iams - Dog treats (03/22/2013)
| Date: | 03/22/2013 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Proctor and Gamble |
| Product Description: | Dog treats |
| Recall Reason: | Potential for mold |
Iams - Dog and Cat foods - Dry (08/14/2013)
| Date: | 08/14/2013 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Proctor & Gamble |
| Product Description: | Dog and Cat foods - Dry |
| Recall Reason: | Potential for salmonella |
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FAQ
Who owns Iams cat food?
Iams is owned by Mars Petcare US.
Where is Iams cat food made?
Iams is manufactured in the United States .
Is Iams AAFCO approved?
Not, all of Iams recipes are AAFCO approved, the following recipes are not AAFCO approved.
Has Iams cat food been recalled?
Iams has been recalled 2 times in the years 2013.