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Optimeal Nutrient Balance Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food

Optimeal Nutrient Balance Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food
Company info
Company HQ
Los Angeles, California us-flag
Parent company
Kormotech LLC
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Dry Cat Food
Cost per day: $0.19
Primary proteins
  • Deboned Chicken
  • Chicken Meal
  • Turkey Meal
  • Potato Protein

Ingredients

Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Poultry Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Barley, Turkey Meal, Potato Protein, Pea Protein, Rice, Brewer's Dried Yeast, Flaxseed, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Chicken Liver, Salmon Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Dried Chicory Root, Dried Egg Product, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Dried Cranberries, Dried Blueberries, Vitamin E Supplement, Dried Pot Marigold, Zinc Sulfate, Fructo-oligosaccharide, Turmeric, Chamomile, Rosemary Extract, Ascorbic Acid (source of Vitamin C), Thyme, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Iron Sulfate, Niacin Supplement, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Acetate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin D3 Supplement.

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 53%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 66%
? 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 63%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 56%
? 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 77%

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: 18%

Fiber: 3%

Moisture: 7%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 38%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 36.56%

Fat: 19.35%

Fiber: 3.23%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 40.86%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 29.38%

Fat: 37.78%

Carb: 32.84%

Our Review

Pros
  • To our knowledge, Optimeal has never had a product recall
  • Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
Cons
  • Low protein content
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish

Recall History

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

Since 2011 Optimeal has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Optimeal Nutrient Balance Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Deboned Chicken. Deboned chicken is chicken meat with the bones removed. In pet food, deboned chicken is a valuable source of protein.

The second 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 third ingredient is Brown Rice. Brown rice is a name for whole-grain rice with its outer hull removed. The brown rice in pet food can be a source of carbohydrates and fiber. Brown rice also contains omega-6 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals

The fourth ingredient is Poultry Fat. Poultry fat is sourced from poultry species including chickens and turkeys. When used in pet food, poultry fat can improve flavor and texture while serving as a concentrated energy source and supporting many of your companion’s bodily functions.

The fifth ingredient is Mixed Tocopherols. Mixed tocopherols are a form of vitamin E. These antioxidants are used as a natural preservative. In pet food, mixed tocopherols help to prevent spoilage and oxidization.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Optimeal Nutrient Balance Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$5.72

Market Price avg.

$4.82

% From the Avg

+19%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.32

Market Price avg.

$0.39

% From the Avg

-18%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.19

Market Price avg.

$0.23

% From the Avg

-17%

Optimeal Nutrient Balance Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food is priced 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 Optimeal Nutrient Balance Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food to the other 631 dry cat food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

36.56%

All Products avg.

38.78%

% From the Avg

-6%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

19.35%

All Products avg.

16.69%

% From the Avg

+16%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

3.23%

All Products avg.

5.22%

% From the Avg

-38%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

40.86%

All Products avg.

37.99%

% From the Avg

+8%

Analysis Overview

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

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