ACANA vs Purina Pro Plan
ACANA and Purina Pro Plan are compared using the VetKriter scientific scoring system. ACANA has 122 products with an average VetKriter™ score of 81.2, while Purina Pro Plan has 119 products with an average VetKriter™ score of 78.4.
ACANA leads with a 2.8 point higher average VetKriter™ score.
Higher Score
ACANA
122 Products
VS
Purina Pro Plan
119 Products
78.4
Average VetKriter™
Protein
22.3%
Fat
10.7%
VetKriter™ Min–Max
67.00 – 89.00
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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 | Highest Protein, Indoor Cat Recipe Dry Cat Food | 95 | 38.0% |
| 5 | ACANA Premium Pâté, Chicken & Tuna Kitten Recipe Wet Cat Food | 95 | 10.0% |
| 6 | Chunks in Broth Beef & Tuna Recipe Wet Cat Food | 94 | 9.0% |
| 7 | Chunks in Broth Chicken & Tuna Recipe 3oz Wet Cat Food | 94 | 9.0% |
| 8 | Chunks in Broth Lamb & Kidney Recipe 3oz Wet Cat Food | 94 | 8.5% |
| 9 | Chunks in Broth Salmon & Chicken Recipe 3oz Wet Cat Food | 94 | 10.0% |
| 10 | Chunks in Broth Chicken & Salmon Recipe for Kittens | 94 | 11.0% |
Purina Pro Plan Top Products
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VetKriter analysis, ACANA has an average VetKriter™ score of 81.2 (122 products), while Purina Pro Plan has 78.4 (119 products). Individual products should be compared based on your pet's specific needs.
ACANA products average 26.5% crude protein, while Purina Pro Plan averages 22.3%. Both values should be evaluated in the context of the overall nutritional profile.
Both ACANA and Purina Pro Plan 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, ACANA leads: ACANA averages 86.7 VetKriter™ score across 13 formulas, while Purina Pro Plan averages 81.8 across 27.
For senior pets, ACANA leads: ACANA averages 82.9 VetKriter™ score across 3 formulas, while Purina Pro Plan averages 78.4 across 14.
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Scientific Analysis by
Doc. Dr. Mehmet COLAK
VetKriter™ · AAFCO / FEDIAF / NRC 2026