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Iams Advanced Health Immune Health Salmon & Chicken Recipe Adult Dry Cat Food

Iams Advanced Health Immune Health Salmon & Chicken Recipe Adult Dry Cat Food
Company info
Company HQ
McLean, Virginia us-flag
Parent company
Mars Petcare US
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Cat Food
Cost per day: $0.12
Primary proteins
  • Salmon
  • Chicken By-Product Meal
  • Chicken Meal
  • Chicken

Ingredients

Salmon, Chicken By-Product Meal, Ground Whole Grain Corn, Chicken Meal, Chicken, Brewers Rice, Corn Grits, Ground Whole Grain Sorghum, Corn Gluten Meal, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavors, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Sodium Bisulfate, Caramel Color, Potassium Chloride, Dried Egg Product, Choline Chloride, Fructooligosaccharides, Calcium Carbonate, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Ascorbic Acid, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), Folic Acid), Taurine, Minerals (Zinc Oxide, Manganese Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Potassium Iodide), Citric Acid (preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), L-Carnitine, Rosemary Extract.

Overall Score

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59%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 56%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 64%
? 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 25%
? 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 81%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 91%
? 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: 34%

Fat: 15%

Fiber: 3%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 38%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 37.78%

Fat: 16.67%

Fiber: 3.33%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 42.22%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 31.36%

Fat: 33.6%

Carb: 35.05%

Our Review

Pros
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • Affordable
  • Most customers have good experiences with this food
Cons
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Contains artificial food dyes
  • Contains Chicken by products
  • The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish

Recall History

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

Iams - Canned cat food (06/09/2010) -+
Date:06/09/2010
Company Name:The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description:Canned cat food
Recall Reason:Low thiamine levels
Iams - Cat food (07/25/2010) -+
Date:07/25/2010
Company Name:The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description:Cat food
Recall Reason:Salmonella
Iams - Dry cat food (08/31/2010) -+
Date:08/31/2010
Company Name:The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description:Dry cat food
Recall Reason:Salmonella
Iams - Dry dog food (12/06/2011) -+
Date:12/06/2011
Company Name:The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description:Dry dog food
Recall Reason:Aflatoxin
Iams - Dog treats (03/22/2013) -+
Date:03/22/2013
Company Name:The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description:Dog treats
Recall Reason:Potential for mold
Iams - Dog and Cat foods - Dry (08/14/2013) -+
Date:08/14/2013
Company Name:The Procter & Gamble Company
Product Description:Dog and Cat foods - Dry
Recall Reason:Potential for salmonella

Ingredient Review

Our review of Iams Advanced Health Immune Health Salmon & Chicken Recipe Adult 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 Chicken By-Product Meal. In pet food, chicken by-product meal is often listed as a source of protein. Chicken by-product meal is produced by baking and grinding chicken parts that might not be used for human consumption including necks, feet, entrails, and undeveloped eggs.

The third ingredient is Ground Whole Grain Corn. Ground whole grain corn is made with cooked and/or dried kernels from any corn species. In pet food, ground whole grain corn can be a filler as well as source of inexpensive protein, carbohydrates, and fiber.

The fourth 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 fifth 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.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Iams Advanced Health Immune Health Salmon & Chicken Recipe Adult Dry Cat Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$3.2

Market Price avg.

$4.82

% From the Avg

-34%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.19

Market Price avg.

$0.39

% From the Avg

-50%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.12

Market Price avg.

$0.23

% From the Avg

-50%

Iams Advanced Health Immune Health Salmon & Chicken Recipe Adult Dry Cat Food is priced well 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 Iams Advanced Health Immune Health Salmon & Chicken Recipe Adult Dry Cat Food to the other 631 dry cat food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

37.78%

All Products avg.

38.78%

% From the Avg

-3%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

16.67%

All Products avg.

16.69%

% From the Avg

-0%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

3.33%

All Products avg.

5.22%

% From the Avg

-36%

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 moderate fat and high carbohydrate content relative to other dry cat foods.

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