Best Cat Foods of 2018

Everyone knows that cats are carnivores. Therefore, feeding them requires all the necessary nutrients: proteins, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals. All of this is essential for a pet to be active, have a good appetite, and look healthy. Choosing the right diet on your own can be difficult, so to help owners of these purring pets, we offer a ranking of the best cat foods of 2018.

Briefly about feed classes

Economy

This product is designed for unfussy cats. It's available in both dry and wet varieties. This budget-friendly food does an excellent job of keeping your cat happy (as long as you keep the bowl replenished, of course). However, it's typically made from inexpensive soy and plant protein and contains added flavorings, flavor enhancers, and colorings.

Premium

These foods already contain real meat and higher-quality by-products, but most still contain substitutes. It's not that the quality of the products is exceptional, but in terms of balance, they are good. They are perfect for pets without digestive issues or allergies.

Lux

You'll never find this type of food in a regular supermarket, as it's sold only in pet stores or professional online retailers. There are many different types: medicated, hypoallergenic, for kittens, for nursing cats, and so on.
These foods are typically grain-free. They are made only from high-quality meat products and are balanced in protein, vitamins, and minerals.

Holistic

This type of food is developed by leading global veterinarians in specialized laboratories. This food is typically selected for purebred cats, as many of them have health issues. It's worth noting that the composition of holistic foods is very detailed.

Table of popular manufacturers

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Rating of feeds by classes and types

Economy

"Gourmet." This type of food is sold exclusively wet in 85g cans. Canned food has a short shelf life and contains preservatives, flavor enhancers, and flavorings.

"Felix." This product contains natural ingredients, mineral salts, vitamins, and essential minerals. However, veterinarians recommend giving it to cats only occasionally.

"Sheba." Like "Gourmet," it's only available in wet form. The downside of this food is that it's intended solely as a treat.

Friskies. This food is well-advertised and popular, available in almost all stores at an affordable price. It is suitable for kittens, spayed and neutered cats, and indoor cats without any medical conditions or previous surgeries.

Whiskas. Although the company that produces this brand of food has been on the market since 1958, that doesn't mean the quality of all its products is top-notch. It's almost impossible to find any real meat or nutrients in a bag of Whiskas food.

Premium

Acana Grasslands. The most nutritious among competitors. It contains lamb, duck, perch, herring, and pollock, as well as chicken eggs and lamb and duck liver. It also includes legumes like lentils and peas. The producers also included fruits and vegetables like pumpkin, carrots, and apples, as well as seaweed and herbs that help with digestion.

"1st Choice Indoor Vitality for Adult Cats" is from the same manufacturer. It also contains all the essential micronutrients and antioxidants. It also contains brown rice, beets, and even tomatoes.

Arden Grange contains only real meat by-products and rice. It also contains probiotics for digestion benefits. The main advantage of this food is its reasonable price.

"Cimiao" contains exclusively natural ingredients and fiber. This premium food is sold in 2 kg packs for up to 2,000 rubles.

Nutram Grain Free. Contains no grains. It has received very positive reviews from cat owners.

Holistic

Golden Eagle Holistic. Contains no flavor enhancers. It is highly regarded by the international veterinary community. This food is often recommended for the prevention of certain illnesses in pets.

"Go Natural Holistic." This food is quite versatile: a green stripe indicates grain-free ingredients, a pink stripe indicates chicken, fruits, and vegetables, and a purple stripe indicates meat-only ingredients. It helps prevent obesity and gastrointestinal problems.

Grandorf. In 2015, this food was ranked among the best pet foods by veterinarians. The manufacturer states that Grandorf does not contain chicken, making it ideal for pets with allergies to this type of meat.

Acana. This food contains all the necessary nutrients to support life, as well as vitamins and minerals.

Innova. The food's composition is almost perfectly balanced. The manufacturer is one of the first to introduce this class of food.

The best food for kittens

"1st Choice Kitten." This food has only one drawback: it's not always available in pet stores. "1st Choice Kitten" contains all the vitamins and minerals essential for kitten health, salmon oil, and a maximum amount of meat ingredients. It's designed for kittens aged two months to one year.

Hill's Science Plan is available in both dry and wet mousse forms. The latter makes it easy to wean kittens to dry food. One drawback is that it contains plant proteins and carbohydrates, which aren't very beneficial for young kittens.

Royal Canin. The selection is equally diverse: they offer dry food, wet food, and even cat milk replacer. One advantage is the relatively low price compared to other premium foods. However, unfortunately, Russia has different quality standards for cat food, so a bag bought from a Russian factory is inferior in quality to a European one.

For neutered cats

Blue Buffalo is available in both wet and dry versions. It's formulated to meet the specific health needs and age of your pet.

Orijen is a low-carb food. It contains a high amount of protein. Its properties, composition, and ratio of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates make it a natural food.

Hills Neutered Cat. This line includes varieties with therapeutic and preventative properties. Even if your cat experiences complications after surgery, this food will fit harmoniously into their diet.

"Evo." This food is based on whole meat, which is a significant advantage. It doesn't contain any other ingredients.

Natural Trainer. The most optimal and affordable option for neutered cats. Complete nutrition (containing essential micronutrients and vitamins) will ensure your pet stays in top condition.

All pet owners should know that every animal's body, like any other living creature, is unique. A good start would be to have your pet's health checked. A veterinarian can determine if your cat has any allergies, illnesses, or intolerances. They can also help you choose the right nutrition for your pet. Take care of your pet's health just as you would your own!