Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 28% | 31.82% |
| Fat | 9% | 10.23% |
| Carbohydrate | 40.35% | 45.85% |
| Crude Fiber | 3% | 3.41% |
| 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.
9Lives
Daily Essentials Dry Cat Food
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Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 28% | 31.82% |
| Fat | 9% | 10.23% |
| Carbohydrate | 40.35% | 45.85% |
| Crude Fiber | 3% | 3.41% |
| 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
Whole Ground Corn, Chicken By-Product Meal, Soybean Meal, Corn Protein Meal, Whole Wheat, Animal Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Meat And Bone Meal, Natural Flavor (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Salmon Meal, Phosphoric Acid, Salt, Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Source Of Vitamin K Activity), Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Titanium Dioxide, Taurine, Yellow 5, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Manganous Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Red 40, BHA (Used As A Preservative), Lactic Acid, Yellow 6, Blue 2, Rosemary Extract.
Nutrient Profile (DM)
VetKriter™ Nutrition Guide
Key Nutrition Highlights
Offers content at a level that can meet basic protein needs.
Functional Components
Useful Notes
Cats adapt better to low-carbohydrate diets. This ratio may need to be evaluated from a digestive or metabolic perspective in some cats.
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 first ingredient in this food is plant-based (whole ground corn). Plant proteins generally have lower bioavailability for carnivorous animals. However, some negative factors were detected in the ingredient profile. Overall protein quality class: F (15/100).
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.