Purina ONE Tender Select Blends Dry Cat Food, Chicken
Dry food for cats · by Purina ONE
The label states it is complete and balanced (AAFCO).
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What to watch for
- Peas Moderate risk
Peas add plant protein, starch and fiber. The FDA has been investigating reports of heart disease (DCM) in dogs eating diets high in peas, lentils and other legumes, often grain-free. No cause has been proven, but it is worth knowing when legumes sit near the top of the list. - Menadione sodium bisulfite complex Moderate risk
A synthetic form of vitamin K (K3). EFSA concluded it is safe for dogs at the levels used in feed, but it is flagged as a precaution: it is a synthetic form not used in human supplements, and natural vitamin K1 is an alternative. - Soybean meal Low risk
Ground soybeans after oil extraction, a cheap plant protein. Soy is a recognised food allergen in some dogs and can cause gas. - Corn Low risk
Cooked corn is a digestible source of energy and some protein. It is often criticised but is not a common allergen; its main risk is mould toxins (aflatoxin) when quality control is poor. - Wheat flour Low risk
Ground wheat, common in treats and biscuits as a binder. Wheat is a known allergen for some dogs. - Soy protein isolate Low risk
Concentrated soy protein used to raise the protein number. Soy is a recognised allergen for some dogs. - Natural flavor Low risk
Flavoring from natural sources. Normally safe, but the term can hide which animal or plant it came from, which matters for allergies. - Glycerin Low risk
A sweet-tasting liquid that keeps soft treats moist. EFSA considers it of low safety concern; it adds calories without nutrients.
What it does well
- Complete & balanced
Meets an AAFCO nutrient profile. - Named meat first
First ingredient is chicken. - Taurine added
Cats need taurine in their diet; this label lists it.
Ingredients
Chicken, rice, chicken by-product meal, corn protein meal, beef fat preserved with mixed tocopherols, soybean meal, whole grain corn, wheat flour, soy protein isolate, soy protein concentrate, natural flavor, dried chicory root, glycerin, calcium carbonate, phosphoric acid, salt, potassium chloride, choline chloride, dried carrots, dried peas, sodium bisulfate, malted barley extract, taurine, MINERALS [zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite], VITAMINS [Vitamin E supplement, niacin (Vitamin B-3), thiamine mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), calcium pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), riboflavin supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin A supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Vitamin B-12 supplement, folic acid (Vitamin B-9), biotin (Vitamin B-7), Vitamin D-3 supplement, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (Vitamin K)], L-Cysteine, L-Lysine monohydrochloride, DL-Methionine.
Guaranteed analysis
| Crude protein (min) | 34% |
|---|---|
| Crude fat (min) | 15% |
| Crude fiber (max) | 10% |
| Moisture (max) | 12% |
| Calcium (min) | 1% |
| Phosphorus (min) | 0.9% |
What the label cannot tell you
- Ingredient order is by weight before cooking; fresh meat counts water.
Sizes and barcodes
- Purina ONE Tender Select Blends Dry Cat Food, Chicken, 22 lb Bag - 22 lbs UPC 017800144100
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