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Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Adult Selected Protein PD Loaf in Sauce Canned Cat Food

Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Adult Selected Protein PD Loaf in Sauce Canned Cat Food
Company info
Company HQ
Aimargues, France fr-flag
Parent company
Mars Inc
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Wet Cat Food
Cost per day: $1.77
Primary proteins
  • Duck
  • Duck Liver
  • Duck By-Product Meal
  • Pea Protein

Ingredients

Water Sufficient For Processing, Duck, Duck Liver, Pea Flour, Duck By-Product Meal, Pea Protein, Glycine, Powdered Cellulose, Carrageenan, Vegetable Oil, Fish Oil, Carob Bean Gum, Calcium Sulfate, Taurine, Natural Flavors, Choline Chloride, Vitamins [Dl-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate (Source Of Vitamin E), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source Of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin A Acetate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement], Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Sodium Carbonate, Trace Minerals [Zinc Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Copper Proteinate, Calcium Iodate], Potassium Chloride, Marigold Extract (Tagetes Erecta L.).

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Overall Score

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65%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 60%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 58%
? 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 43%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 83%
? 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: 9%

Fat: 5.3%

Fiber: 2%

Moisture: 77.5%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 6.2%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 40%

Fat: 23.56%

Fiber: 8.89%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 27.56%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 32.06%

Fat: 45.85%

Carb: 22.09%

Our Review

Pros
  • High moisture content
  • To our knowledge, Royal Canin Veterinary Diet has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
Cons
  • Low protein content
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Contains carrageenan – a potentially inflammatory additive
  • Contains Duck by products
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish

Recall History

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

Since 2011 Royal Canin Veterinary Diet has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Adult Selected Protein PD Loaf in Sauce Canned Cat Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Water Sufficient. In pet food, the term water sufficient typically refers to the amount of water that is needed to process the rest of the ingredients.

The second ingredient is Duck. Duck is meat from any member of the Anatidae waterfowl. In pet food, duck can serve as a primary protein source as well as a source of animal fat, minerals, and amino acids. It is sometimes used as a novel protein, and is often an ingredient in diets formulated specifically for pets with allergies.

The third ingredient is Duck Liver. Duck liver is one of a few organ meats that come from a duck. In pet food, duck liver serves as a source of protein, iron, and amino acids. It can be a source of novel protein in recipes formulated for pets with allergies.

The fourth ingredient is Pea Flour. Pea flour is a fine powder made with peas. In pet food, pea flour is a low-cost source of protein, fiber, and gluten-free carbohydrates.

The fifth ingredient is Duck By-Product Meal. Duck by-product meal is cooked, finely ground protein made with clean, rendered parts of duck carcasses. The duck by-product meal in pet food can contain bones, internal organs, and undeveloped eggs. It offers a wide range of nutrients.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Adult Selected Protein PD Loaf in Sauce Canned Cat Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per oz

Product Price

$0.82

Market Price avg.

$0.57

% From the Avg

+44%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$2.95

Market Price avg.

$2.37

% From the Avg

+24%

Price per day

Product Price

$1.77

Market Price avg.

$1.42

% From the Avg

+25%

Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Adult Selected Protein PD Loaf in Sauce Canned Cat Food is priced above 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 Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Adult Selected Protein PD Loaf in Sauce Canned Cat Food to the other 1884 wet cat food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

40%

All Products avg.

53.31%

% From the Avg

-25%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

23.56%

All Products avg.

17.51%

% From the Avg

+35%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

8.89%

All Products avg.

6.57%

% From the Avg

+35%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

27.56%

All Products avg.

13.96%

% From the Avg

+97%

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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