Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 40% | 44.44% |
| Fat | 15% | 16.67% |
| Carbohydrate | 22% | 24.44% |
| Crude Fiber | 4% | 4.44% |
| Crude Ash | Not declared | 10% |
| Moisture | 10% | - |
When comparing foods, please consider the moisture-free Dry Matter (DM) values.
Ash is not declared on the label. VetScore used a brand-level estimate of 9% based on 6 products for carbohydrate calculation.
Orijen
Guardian 8™ Senior Dry Cat Food
92.0
Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 40% | 44.44% |
| Fat | 15% | 16.67% |
| Carbohydrate | 22% | 24.44% |
| Crude Fiber | 4% | 4.44% |
| Crude Ash | Not declared | 10% |
| Moisture | 10% | - |
Use Dry Matter (DM) values for comparison.
Ash is not declared on the label. VetScore used a brand-level estimate of 9% based on 6 products for carbohydrate calculation.
Product Features
Ingredients
Salmon, duck, chicken, turkey, flounder, whole herring, chicken liver, eggs, dehydrated egg, dehydrated chicken, dehydrated sardine, dehydrated chicken liver, dehydrated mackerel, turkey giblets (liver, heart, gizzard), whole red lentils, whole pinto beans, whole green peas, ground whole flaxseed, whole green lentils, whole chickpeas, whole yellow peas, whole navy beans, hydrolyzed blue whiting, hydrolyzed salmon, chicken fat, chicken hearts, whole cranberries, choline chloride, dried kelp, vitamin E supplement, mixed tocopherols (preservative), whole pumpkin, whole apples, collard greens, whole butternut squash, whole pears, zinc proteinate, dried chicory root, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, copper proteinate, turmeric, sarsaparilla root, althea root, rosehips, juniper berries, citric acid (preservative), rosemary extract, dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, dried Bifidobacterium animalis fermentation product, dried Lactobacillus casei 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 (9.00%) via brand average (6 products) 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 (salmon). Animal protein is a high-quality, highly bioavailable source for cats and dogs. Overall protein quality class: A+ (100/100).
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.