ACANA vs Advance
ACANA and Advance are compared using the VetKriter scientific scoring system. ACANA has 210 products with an average VetKriter™ score of 82.1, while Advance has 34 products with an average VetKriter™ score of 80.4.
Both brands show very similar overall quality.
Higher Score
ACANA
210 Products
VS
Advance
34 Products
80.4
Average VetKriter™
Protein
31.6%
Fat
16.2%
VetKriter™ Min–Max
63.70 – 88.90
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ACANA Top Products
| # | Product | VetKriter™ | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highest Protein, Grasslands Dry Cat Food | 96 | 36.0% |
| 2 | Highest Protein, Kitten Recipe Dry Cat Food | 96 | 38.0% |
| 3 | Highest Protein, Meadowlands Dry Cat Food | 96 | 36.0% |
| 4 | Acana Indoor Yüksek Proteinli Tavuk ve Balıklı Kedi Maması 4,5kg | 96 | 38.0% |
| 5 | Highest Protein, Indoor Cat Recipe Dry Cat Food | 95 | 38.0% |
| 6 | ACANA Premium Pâté, Chicken & Tuna Kitten Recipe Wet Cat Food | 95 | 10.0% |
| 7 | Chunks in Broth Beef & Tuna Recipe Wet Cat Food | 94 | 9.0% |
| 8 | Chunks in Broth Chicken & Tuna Recipe 3oz Wet Cat Food | 94 | 9.0% |
| 9 | Chunks in Broth Lamb & Kidney Recipe 3oz Wet Cat Food | 94 | 8.5% |
| 10 | Chunks in Broth Salmon & Chicken Recipe 3oz Wet Cat Food | 94 | 10.0% |
Advance Top Products
| # | Product | VetKriter™ | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AdvanceTavuklu Yavru Kedi Maması 1,5kg | 89 | 41.0% |
| 2 | Advance Kanatlı Yetişkin Kedi Maması 1,5kg | 88 | 35.0% |
| 3 | Advance Kanatlı Yetişkin Kedi Maması 3kg | 88 | 35.0% |
| 4 | Advance Kanatlı Yetişkin Kedi Maması 15kg | 88 | 35.0% |
| 5 | AdvanceTavuklu ve Pirinçli Küçük Irk Yavru Köpek Maması 7kg | 86 | 30.0% |
| 6 | AdvanceTavuklu ve Pirinçli Küçük Irk Yavru Köpek Maması 3kg | 86 | 30.0% |
| 7 | Advance German Shepherd Hindili Yetişkin Köpek Maması 12kg | 86 | 26.0% |
| 8 | AdvanceMini Senior Tavuklu ve Pirinçli Yaşlı Köpek Maması 3kg | 85 | 28.0% |
| 9 | AdvanceTavuklu ve Pirinçli Büyük Irk Yavru Köpek Maması 12kg | 85 | 30.0% |
| 10 | AdvanceTavuklu ve Pirinçli Büyük Irk Yavru Köpek Maması 3kg | 85 | 30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VetKriter analysis, ACANA has an average VetKriter™ score of 82.1 (210 products), while Advance has 80.4 (34 products). Individual products should be compared based on your pet's specific needs.
ACANA products average 28.8% crude protein, while Advance averages 31.6%. Both values should be evaluated in the context of the overall nutritional profile.
Both ACANA and Advance contain products evaluated by VetKriter using AAFCO, FEDIAF, and NRC standards. We recommend consulting your veterinarian to find the most suitable food for your pet.
For kittens and puppies, the brands are nearly equal: ACANA averages 84.4 VetKriter™ score across 25 formulas, Advance averages 83.1 across 11. Compare individual products for this life stage.
For senior pets, the brands are nearly equal: ACANA averages 80 VetKriter™ score across 6 formulas, Advance averages 80.2 across 3. Compare individual products for this life stage.
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