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Natural Balance Platefulls Cod

Natural Balance Platefulls Cod
Company info
Company HQ
San Francisco, California us-flag
Parent company
J.M. Smucker Company
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Wet Cat Food
Cost per day: $1.01
Primary proteins
  • Cod
  • Chicken Liver
  • Chicken
  • Sole

Ingredients

Fish Broth, Cod, Chicken Liver, Chicken, Carrots, Sole, Shrimp, Peas, Dried Egg Whites, Ground Dried Peas, Potato Starch, Natural Flavor, Guar Gum, Canola Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Salmon Meal, Ground Flaxseed, Salmon Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Potassium Chloride, Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate, Tetrasodium Pyrophosphate, Minerals (Iron Proteinate, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenite), Sodium Carbonate, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Source of Vitamin K Activity), D-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin), Spinach, Parsley, Dried Kelp, Choline Chloride, Cranberries, Taurine, Sodium Phosphate, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Rosemary Extract.

Overall Score

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64%

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 69%
? 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 34%
? 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 71%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 81%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 50%

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: 8%

Fat: 3.5%

Fiber: 1%

Moisture: 82%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 5.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 44.44%

Fat: 19.44%

Fiber: 5.56%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 30.56%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 36.36%

Fat: 38.64%

Carb: 25%

Our Review

Pros
  • High moisture content
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains health promoting ground flaxseed for fiber
  • Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Affordable
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
Cons
  • Low protein content
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • 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 Natural Balance since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Natural Balance - Sweet Potato & Chicken Dry Dog Food (06/18/2010) -+
Date:06/18/2010
Company Name:Natural Balance Pet Foods
Product Description:Sweet Potato & Chicken Dry Dog Food
Recall Reason:Salmonella
Natural Balance - Dog Food (05/04/2012) -+
Date:05/04/2012
Company Name:Natural Balance Pet Foods
Product Description:Dog Food
Recall Reason:Salmonella
Natural Balance - Ultra Premium Chicken & Liver Paté Formula (07/03/2020) -+
Date:07/03/2020
Company Name:Natural Balance Pet Foods
Product Description:Ultra Premium Chicken & Liver Paté Formula
Recall Reason:Due to elevated levels of choline chloride
Natural Balance - L.I.D. Green Pea & Chicken Dry Cat Formula (05/20/2021) -+
Date:05/20/2021
Company Name:Natural Balance Pet Foods
Product Description:L.I.D. Green Pea & Chicken Dry Cat Formula
Recall Reason:Potential Salmonella Contamination

Ingredient Review

Our review of Natural Balance Platefulls Cod begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Fish Broth. Fish broth is a byproduct of the seafood cooking process, and can contain fish of any kind. In pet food, fish broth adds flavor and aroma, along with some nutrients.

The second ingredient is Cod. Cod is a general term for the meat from any species of codfish. In pet food, cod can be an important source of protein, vitamins, and minerals, as well as Omega-3 essential fatty acid.

The third ingredient is Chicken Liver. Chicken liver is one of a few organ meats that come from a chicken. In pet food, chicken liver serves as a source of protein, iron, and amino acids.

The fourth 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 fifth ingredient is Carrots. In pet food, carrots serve as a source of easily digested carbohydrate and fiber. Carrots contain many essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can help support your pet’s health.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Natural Balance Platefulls Cod, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per oz

Product Price

$0.35

Market Price avg.

$0.57

% From the Avg

-39%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$1.69

Market Price avg.

$2.38

% From the Avg

-29%

Price per day

Product Price

$1.01

Market Price avg.

$1.43

% From the Avg

-29%

Natural Balance Platefulls Cod is priced below the average market price for wet 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 Natural Balance Platefulls Cod to the other 1882 wet cat food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

44.44%

All Products avg.

53.3%

% From the Avg

-17%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

19.44%

All Products avg.

17.51%

% From the Avg

+11%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

5.56%

All Products avg.

6.58%

% From the Avg

-16%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

30.56%

All Products avg.

13.97%

% From the Avg

+119%

Analysis Overview

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

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