Castor & Pollux PRISTINE Grain-Free Grass-Fed Beef
Company info
Company HQ
Amarillo, Texas
Parent company
Nestlé Purina PetCare CompanyProduct info
Primary proteins
- Beef
- Chicken
- Organic Pea Protein
- Organic Chicken Liver
Ingredients
Breed sizes
Toy
Small
Medium
Large
Giant
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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
Protein: 8%
Fat: 6%
Fiber: 1.4%
Moisture: 81%
Ash: 2.5%
Carb: 1.1%
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 42.11%
Fat: 31.58%
Fiber: 7.37%
Ash: 13.16%
Carb: 5.79%
Calorie Weighted Basis
Protein: 33.8%
Fat: 61.56%
Carb: 4.65%
Our Review
- Low carbohydrate content
- High moisture content
- Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
- Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
- Affordable
- A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
- Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
- Some dogs may be allergic to fish
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Castor & Pollux since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
| Date: | 05/23/2018 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Merrick Pet Care |
| Product Description: | Beef dog treat varieties |
| Recall Reason: | Ingredient Level |
Ingredient Review
Our review of Castor & Pollux PRISTINE Grain-Free Grass-Fed Beef begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.
The first ingredient is Beef. Beef is meat from any cattle breed. In pet food, beef can be fresh, freeze-dried, dehydrated, ground, or finely processed into beef meal.
The second ingredient is Beef Broth. Beef broth is the liquid that remains after beef has been cooked. The beef broth in pet food isn’t a major source of nutrients however it does add flavor and aroma to appeal to your companion.
The third 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 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 Organic Pea Protein. Organic pea protein comes from peas that have been grown without chemical fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides. It is a good source of amino acids, vitamins, and minerals. While the pea protein in pet food isn’t normally a primary protein source, it is easy to digest and it’s also a good source of fiber.
When we analyzed the ingredients in Castor & Pollux PRISTINE Grain-Free Grass-Fed Beef, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.
Price Analysis
Price per oz
Product Price
$0.26
Market Price avg.
$0.38
% From the Avg
-32%
Price per 100 kcal
Product Price
$0.73
Market Price avg.
$1.36
% From the Avg
-46%
Price per day
Product Price
$0.44
Market Price avg.
$0.81
% From the Avg
-46%
Castor & Pollux PRISTINE Grain-Free Grass-Fed Beef is priced well below the average market price for wet dog food.
Nutritional Analysis
Your adult dog needs a balance of macro and micronutrients to thrive. A food formulated for adult maintenance or all life stages is made to meet these needs. While there can be a lot of variation in actual calorie density, adult dog foods are generally intended to provide for basic calorie needs of the average active dog. In addition to satisfying their energy needs, these foods provide the protein, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, and other nutrients your adult dog needs to survive. Again, not all adult foods are the same, so you may have to search around for the right fit for your dog.
With that in mind, we’ve compared Castor & Pollux PRISTINE Grain-Free Grass-Fed Beef to the other 1212 wet dog food recipes in our database:
DM Protein
Product info
42.11%
All Products avg.
42.93%
% From the Avg
-2%
DM Fat
Product info
31.58%
All Products avg.
22.91%
% From the Avg
+38%
DM Fiber
Product info
7.37%
All Products avg.
7.12%
% From the Avg
+4%
DM Carb
Product info
5.79%
All Products avg.
26.28%
% From the Avg
-78%
Analysis Overview
Overall, this is a meat based food that’s moderate in protein with high fat and low carbohydrate content relative to other wet dog foods.
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