Iams ProActive Health Healthy Senior Dry Cat Food
Company info
Company HQ
McLean, Virginia
Parent company
Mars Petcare USPrimary proteins
- Chicken
- Chicken By-Product Meal
- Dried Egg Product
Age range
Cost per day
Price per oz
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Overall Score
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 37.78%
Fat: 18.89%
Fiber: 3.33%
Carbs: 40%
What We Like
- Affordable
- Free of potentially-harmful ingredients and additives
- A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
What We Did Not Like
- Low in protein
- High in carbohydrates
- Low in moisture
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.
| Date: | 03/22/2013 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Proctor and Gamble |
| Product Description: | Dog treats |
| Recall Reason: | Potential for mold |
| Date: | 08/14/2013 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Proctor & Gamble |
| Product Description: | Dog and Cat foods - Dry |
| Recall Reason: | Potential for salmonella |
Ingredients
Estimated Nutrient Content
Guaranteed Analysis
| Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|
| 34.00% | 17.00% | 36.00% |
Dry Matter Analysis
| Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|
| 37.78% | 18.89% | 40% |
Calorie Weighted Basis
| Protein | Fat | Carbs |
|---|---|---|
| 43.43% | 52.74% | 3.83% |
Ingredient Review
Our review of Iams ProActive Health Healthy Senior Dry Cat Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.
The first 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 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 Corn Grits. Corn grits are made with kernels from any corn variety, ground into a roughly textured meal with particles larger than those found in cornmeal. In pet food, corn grits can be a filler as well as source of inexpensive protein, carbohydrates, and fiber.
The fourth 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 fifth ingredient is Dried Beet Pulp. Dried beet pulp is a byproduct of the beet sugar manufacturing process. The dried beet pulp in pet food is used as a supplemental source of soluble and insoluble fiber to support healthy digestion.
After the fifth ingredient, the list includes all remaining ingredients. It’s worth noting that ingredients (other than nutritional supplements) located this far down on the list aren’t likely to have an impact on the overall rating of this Iams ProActive Health Healthy Senior Dry Cat Food.
Nutritional Analysis
We’ve compared Iams ProActive Health Healthy Senior Dry Cat Food to the other 534 Cat Dry Food in our database:
| Product info | All Products avg. | |
|---|---|---|
| Crude Protein | 37.78% | 37.82% |
| Crude Fat | 18.89% | 16.99% |
| Crude Fiber | 3.33% | 5.15% |
This recipe has:
- 0.04% less crude protein
- 1.90% more fat content
- 1.82% less fiber
cats typically thrive on a diet that includes high protein content, a medium amount of fat, and a comparatively low amount of carbohydrates, along with sufficient moisture. It’s worth noting that specialty diets recommended by veterinarians might prioritize different nutrients based on your pet’s condition and unique needs.
Analysis Overview
Iams ProActive Health Healthy Senior Dry Cat Food is priced above the average market price for Cat Dry Food.
When we analyzed the ingredients in Iams ProActive Health Healthy Senior Dry Cat Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from chicken based sources.
As for the overall quality of the recipe, 4 of the first 5 ingredients are low-quality and controversial ingredients. That’s why we believe that this recipe is not recommended.
