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Solid Gold Cat Food Review

Company HQ

LocationChesterfield, Missouri us-flag

Parent company

Solid Gold Health Products for Pets, Inc.

Sourcing and Manufacturing

LocationUnited States us-flag, Thailand th-flag

Type of food

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

Ratings

64%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 80%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 68%
? 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 71%
? 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 55%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 62%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 49%
Pros
  • High protein content
  • Affordable
  • All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
Cons
  • Some recipes contain plant-based protein
  • The brand has been previously recalled

Brand Overview

Solid Gold was founded in 1974. The company offers a complete line of holistic foods for dogs and cats. Solid Gold pet food comes in a variety of flavors, in both wet and dry formulas. The company also offers nutritional supplements for dogs and cats.

How Much Does Solid Gold Cat Food Cost

We’ve compared Solid Gold cat food price to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.

Solid Gold Wet Cat Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per oz$0.60$0.57+5%
Price per 100 kcal$2.31$2.41-4%
Price per day$1.39$1.44-3%

Solid Gold Wet Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Solid Gold Dry Cat Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per lb$4.79$4.82-1%
Price per 100 kcal$0.31$0.39-22%
Price per day$0.18$0.24-25%

Solid Gold Dry Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Solid Gold Dry Kitten Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per lb$4.83$5.06-5%
Price per 100 kcal$0.30$0.29+4%
Price per day$0.18$0.17+6%

Solid Gold Dry Kitten Food is priced above the average market price for cat food.

Solid Gold Wet Kitten Food Price Comparison

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
Price per oz$0.63$0.50+26%
Price per 100 kcal$1.76$1.68+4%
Price per day$1.05$1.01+4%

Solid Gold Wet Kitten Food is priced above the average market price for cat food.

Solid Gold Nutrient Profile Comparison

We’ve compared Solid Gold cat food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.

Wet Cat Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 54.12% 53.21% +2%
DM Fat 15.15% 17.63% -14%
DM Fiber 6.51% 6.56% -1%
DM Carb 14.67% 14.04% +4%

Dry Cat Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 39.86% 38.63% +3%
DM Fat 17.36% 16.64% +4%
DM Fiber 6.25% 5.22% +20%
DM Carb 36.53% 38.21% -4%

Dry Kitten Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 63.16% 40.93% +54%
DM Fat 31.58% 20.41% +55%
DM Fiber 5.26% 4.05% +30%
DM Carb 0.00% 32.98% -100%

Wet Kitten Food

Brand AvgMarket Avg% From the Avg
DM Protein 55.56% 50.77% +9%
DM Fat 16.67% 24.53% -32%
DM Fiber 5.56% 6.79% -18%
DM Carb 22.22% 10.56% +110%

Recall History

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

Solid Gold - Dog Food (05/08/2012) -+
Date:05/08/2012
Company Name:Solid Gold Health Products for Pets, Inc.
Product Description:Dog Food
Recall Reason:Potential for salmonella

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FAQ

faq-item-image Who owns Solid Gold cat food?

Solid Gold is owned by Solid Gold Health Products for Pets, Inc..

faq-item-image Where is Solid Gold cat food made?

Solid Gold is manufactured in the United States us-flag, Thailand th-flag.

faq-item-image Is Solid Gold AAFCO approved?

Yes, all of Solid Gold recipes are AAFCO approved.

faq-item-image Has Solid Gold cat food been recalled?

Solid Gold has been recalled 1 times in the years 2012.

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