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Purina Pro Plan Cat Food Review

Company HQ

St. Louis, Missouri

Parent company

Nestlé Purina PetCare Company

Sourcing and Manufacturing

United States

Type of food

Dry Kitten Food, Dry Cat Food, Wet Cat Food, Wet Kitten Food, Dry Senior Cat Food, Wet Senior Cat Food

Ratings

67%

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 77%

? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 57%

? 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 74%

? 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 65%

? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 82%

? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 47%

Where to Buy

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Pros

High protein content
Purina Pro Plan makes a diverse range of foods for various ages, sizes, and lifestyles
All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives

Cons

Some recipes contain plant-based protein
The brand has been previously recalled
Price is above market average
Some recipes list unnamed meat by-products

Brand Overview

Purina Pro Plan is based on advanced nutritional knowledge. The brand offers food for dogs and cats, as well as formulations for puppies and kittens, large breeds dogs, small breed dogs, and pets with sensitivities. Purina Pro Plan pet food is available in wet and dry options, and in a variety of flavors.

How Much Does Purina Pro Plan Cat Food Cost

We’ve compared Purina Pro Plan cat food price to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.

Purina Pro Plan Dry Kitten Food Price Comparison

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per lb	$4.96	$5.06	-2%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.25	$0.29	-12%
Price per day	$0.15	$0.17	-12%

Purina Pro Plan Dry Kitten Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Purina Pro Plan Dry Cat Food Price Comparison

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per lb	$5.28	$4.82	+10%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.28	$0.39	-29%
Price per day	$0.17	$0.24	-29%

Purina Pro Plan Dry Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Purina Pro Plan Wet Cat Food Price Comparison

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per oz	$0.49	$0.57	-14%
Price per 100 kcal	$1.91	$2.41	-21%
Price per day	$1.14	$1.44	-21%

Purina Pro Plan Wet Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Purina Pro Plan Wet Kitten Food Price Comparison

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per oz	$0.55	$0.50	+10%
Price per 100 kcal	$1.54	$1.68	-9%
Price per day	$0.92	$1.01	-9%

Purina Pro Plan Wet Kitten Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Purina Pro Plan Dry Senior Cat Food Price Comparison

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per lb	$5.67	$4.77	+19%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.29	$0.38	-24%
Price per day	$0.17	$0.23	-26%

Purina Pro Plan Dry Senior Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Purina Pro Plan Wet Senior Cat Food Price Comparison

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per oz	$0.55	$0.51	+8%
Price per 100 kcal	$1.61	$1.85	-13%
Price per day	$0.97	$1.11	-13%

Purina Pro Plan Wet Senior Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Purina Pro Plan Nutrient Profile Comparison

We’ve compared Purina Pro Plan cat food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.

Dry Kitten Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	46.59%	40.93%	+14%
DM Fat	20.83%	20.41%	+2%
DM Fiber	3.03%	4.05%	-25%
DM Carb	29.55%	32.98%	-10%

Dry Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	44.66%	38.63%	+16%
DM Fat	17.75%	16.64%	+7%
DM Fiber	3.93%	5.22%	-25%
DM Carb	33.07%	38.21%	-13%

Wet Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	50.37%	53.21%	-5%
DM Fat	15.96%	17.63%	-9%
DM Fiber	7.09%	6.56%	+8%
DM Carb	12.78%	14.04%	-9%

Wet Kitten Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	51.67%	50.77%	+2%
DM Fat	24.92%	24.53%	+2%
DM Fiber	6.38%	6.79%	-6%
DM Carb	2.13%	10.56%	-80%

Dry Senior Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	43.18%	35.40%	+22%
DM Fat	19.32%	15.92%	+21%
DM Fiber	2.84%	6.55%	-57%
DM Carb	34.66%	40.66%	-15%

Wet Senior Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	44.32%	44.39%	-0%
DM Fat	30.68%	19.25%	+59%
DM Fiber	6.82%	9.30%	-27%
DM Carb	2.28%	20.67%	-89%

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all cat food recalls related to Purina Pro Plan Cat Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Purina Pro Plan - Wet dog food (03/09/2016) -+

Date:	03/09/2016
Company Name:	Nestle Purina PetCare Company
Product Description:	Wet dog food
Recall Reason:	Inadequate vitamins and minerals

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Purina Pro Plan - Purina Pro Plan Complete Essentials Tuna Entree, Net Wt. 3 oz, UPC 38100-11197 (07/14/2021) -+

Date:	07/14/2021
Company Name:	Nestle Purina PetCare Company
Product Description:	Purina Pro Plan Complete Essentials Tuna Entree, Net Wt. 3 oz, UPC 38100-11197
Recall Reason:	Canned cat food may contain foreign black rubber material

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Overall Score

76%