Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 42% | 47.73% |
| Fat | 19% | 21.59% |
| Carbohydrate | 16.85% | 19.15% |
| Crude Fiber | 2.5% | 2.84% |
| Crude Ash | Not declared | 8.69% |
| Moisture | 12% | - |
When comparing foods, please consider the moisture-free Dry Matter (DM) values.
Ash is not declared on the label. VetScore used a species-and-form baseline estimate of 7.65% for carbohydrate calculation.
Purina Pro Plan
Complete Essentials Kitten Dry Food - Chicken & Rice
88.8
Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 42% | 47.73% |
| Fat | 19% | 21.59% |
| Carbohydrate | 16.85% | 19.15% |
| Crude Fiber | 2.5% | 2.84% |
| Crude Ash | Not declared | 8.69% |
| Moisture | 12% | - |
Use Dry Matter (DM) values for comparison.
Ash is not declared on the label. VetScore used a species-and-form baseline estimate of 7.65% for carbohydrate calculation.
Product Features
Ingredients
Chicken, Rice, Chicken By-Product Meal, Corn Protein Meal, Beef Fat Preserved With Mixed-Tocopherols, Soybean Meal, Soy Protein Isolate, Poultry By-Product Meal, Dried Egg Product, Fish Meal, Natural Flavor, Wheat Flour, Soybean Oil, Sodium Caseinate, Phosphoric Acid, L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Fish Oil, Sodium Bisulfate, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Choline Chloride, 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)], MINERALS [Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite], Potassium Chloride, Taurine, DL-Methionine, Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product
Nutrient Profile (DM)
VetKriter™ Nutrition Guide
Key Nutrition Highlights
Provides adequate protein for daily maintenance nutrition.
Helps meet energy needs while providing a balanced nutritional profile.
Contains carbohydrates as a balanced energy source.
Functional Components
Useful Notes
For carbohydrate calculation, a crude ash estimate (7.65%) via standard estimate was used. This is done to ensure fair score comparison between labeling regimes.
Who Might This Product Be Suitable For?
Note: This information is advisory, not a prescription. Consult your veterinarian for special nutritional needs.
Protein Quality Index
This index evaluates protein source quality, clarity, and bioavailability rather than the crude protein percentage on the label. A lower result may indicate greater reliance on cereals, by-products, or plant concentrates, so it should be read together with the overall VetKriter score and the product's intended use.
Academic Assessment
The main protein source of this food is animal meat (chicken). Animal protein is a high-quality, highly bioavailable source for cats and dogs. However, some negative factors were detected in the ingredient profile. Overall protein quality class: A+ (85/100).
Recommended Guides
All ArticlesScientific Sources and Standards
The VetKriter™ scoring system has been developed based on nutrition standards set by the following international authorities and academic literature:
AAFCO Cat Food Profiles 2024
Current cat nutrition profiles established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials.
FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines 2023
Nutritional guidelines from the European Pet Food Industry Federation.
NRC 2006 Nutrient Requirements
Gold standard nutrient requirements for dogs and cats established by the National Research Council.
WSAVA Global Nutrition Guidelines
Global nutrition guidelines from the World Small Animal Veterinary Association.
Not Medical Advice
These analyses and VetKriter™ scores are a decision support system based on scientific algorithms and label data. No result replaces a physical veterinary examination or laboratory analysis. Always consult your veterinarian for treatment and nutrition planning of sick animals.