Pet owners quite often feed their pets ready-made dry food or canned food. This is very convenient: practically does not take up free time preparing food for the cat. In addition, high-quality feeds are balanced, they include vitamins and minerals necessary for the normal development of the animal.
Today, the selection of feed in specialized stores is huge. It is not easy to understand this variety, especially if the word “holistic” is indicated on the packaging, which is unknown to many, and it is not clear what advantages or disadvantages this or that composition has. In this article, we will introduce you feed-holistic for cats. The rating of these products is made up of many publications devoted to the topic of keeping pets. We want to supplement the list with a description of the composition, the presence of nutrients and deficiencies, if any.
Feed Features
The term "holistic" comes from the word "holism" (translated from Greek - "whole", "full"). Holism, in turn, is an everyday philosophy, implying the idyll and unity of the world, the human soul and body. The principle of this philosophy was formed by Aristotle, and he sounds like this: "The whole is more than the sum of its parts."
Holistic feeds for cats, the ratings of which we present to you today, are products that occupy leading positions in sales, reviews of specialists and pet owners. They are as close as possible to cat nutrition in natural, natural conditions.
Holivics contain only fish or meat. Much less often, high-quality offal is included in the composition. But cereals, due to which manufacturers of lower-quality feed reduce the cost of their products, are not in them.
The advantage of holistic
Most of the feed-holiviki contain about 70% of selected meat or fish, there are products in which this figure reaches 95%. Such products are manufactured using a special technology based on minimal heat treatment. Due to this, many useful substances are stored in finished formulations.
Feed-holistic is considered to be professional nutrition. They are ideal for feeding thoroughbred, exhibition and breeding animals, although many lovers have transferred their pets to these feeds. Holivics do not contain flavorings, preservatives, flavor enhancers. The product is preserved thanks to its natural preservatives - rosemary, vitamins E and C.
Features of the feed composition
We have already said that the basis of any holistic is natural meat or fish. These products are a priority for cats in the wild. However, for the harmonious development of one meat, they are not enough. When a wild cat, the ancestor of our pets, was catching game, it primarily ate the contents of the intestines and stomach. It always contained at least a small amount of plant food, also necessary for the animal. Therefore, feed-holiviki incorporate such important components as fruits, vegetables, healthy herbs, berries. Lentils, peas or brown rice have been added to some formulations. But their number is strictly dosed and does not exceed 10%.
The cost of holistic
Given all of the above, we can conclude that the arguments in favor of these feeds are really impressive. Therefore, it is quite natural that they cost more than many advertised products. Their price ranges from 600 rubles for 400 grams to 7,500 rubles for a large package of 7 kilograms.
But if you take into account the high level of digestibility of these feeds, which ensures saturation of the animal with a smaller amount of product, and to calculate its consumption, it will turn out not too expensive. A complete holistic feed allows you to pay money for quality and natural ingredients. Therefore, acquiring such compositions, do not be lazy to read the composition indicated on the package. Responsible feed manufacturers indicate all ingredients on their products.
Cat Food Holistic: Rating
These days, cat food is made by many manufacturers. Some of them are widely advertised and well known to Russian animal lovers, others are less popular, although they produce a really high-quality product.
Our rating list of feeds of super premium class includes:
- Orijen Cat.
- Acana
- Golden Eagle.
- Innova.
- Wellness
- Grandorf.
- GO! Natural Holistic.
Orijen Cat
Origen forage from Canadian manufacturers belongs to the products of the super premium class and is characterized by a high content of protein and vitamins necessary for the development, health and vitality of the animal. It includes about 75% of meat (or fish), chicken eggs.
A unique ingredient is Canadian herbs. Judging by the reviews of the owners, they improve the digestion of animals, have a beneficial effect on their health. Useful and vitamin-rich composition makes Origen food really high-quality. Additionally, anchovies and salmon are added to it as a source of Omega-3 and Omega-6.
Reviews
According to the owners, this holistic is actually a quality product. Animals eat it with pleasure, the condition of the coat improves markedly, digestion is established. But at the same time, the food has some disadvantages: a high price, a small selection of compositions, the absence of canned food and wet options.
Golden eagle
The product of American manufacturers, is the first holistic holistic feed, developed in collaboration with nutritionists, geneticists, and well-known veterinarians. The company offers a wide range of feeds for different age groups of animals, as well as therapeutic diets.
The composition of the feed includes a large amount of meat, fresh vegetables and fruits and other high-quality sources of carbohydrates and minerals and trace elements important for cat health.
Acana
The food from the famous Canadian company Champion Petfoods, which has been producing cat and dog food products for many years, is very popular among owners who are worried about the health status of their pets. This is due to the quality of the ingredients used. A well-known manufacturer exercises strict control at all stages of production.
In addition, in Canada it is almost impossible to write on the package that the feed contains fresh meat, and put only corn and bone meal inside, which, unfortunately, is often sinned by Russian producers. Acana food is a complete, balanced, food-free diet. It contains no crops, allergens, chemical additives.
Reviews
Owners of cats note that pets receiving Acana feed eat much less food than when using cheap counterparts. Cats drink more water, which is beneficial for their kidneys. The disadvantage of this product can be considered a not very large assortment and lack of therapeutic compounds.
Experts believe that the protein content is exceeded in this feed, so it is not recommended for castrated and inactive animals. In addition, the owners note that sometimes an excess of protein provokes food allergies, which is manifested by severe molting and scratching in especially sensitive animals.
Innova
Innova Evo feeds are among the first among holists. They are suitable for feeding kittens from 6 weeks of age. They include: milk, cottage cheese, probiotics and fish oil. The composition of Innova Evo feed is almost perfectly balanced, it is saturated with the necessary nutrients. Even the protein in its composition is of animal origin. A cat needs a very small portion to get enough, and all thanks to the maximum nutritional value of the composition.
Owner reviews
The main disadvantage of this feed, most pet owners call it a high cost, as well as difficulties with the acquisition. Not all pet stores have it on their shelves, so you have to use online stores.
Meanwhile, most buyers believe that this quality product fully justifies its price, so you should not save on the health of your pet.
Wellness core
Wellness is a cat food created by American manufacturers. It contains only high-quality ingredients (especially proteins) and other nutrients necessary to keep your cat in good shape. Each type of feed consists of five varieties of meat, potatoes, cranberries and tomatoes as the main sources of phytonutrients and antioxidants.
Customer reviews about this product are positive, although some owners note a small pellet size, which is not very convenient for adult animals. The large assortment, consisting not only of dry, but also of wet feed, is pleasing.
GO!
Russian animal lovers are well aware of these cat food holivics. The rating is completed by Natural Holistic, a Canadian dry grainless food developed for kittens and adult animals with sensitive digestion. The composition of the product includes all the necessary substances - minerals, vitamins, probiotics. The basis of the diet is duck. This food prevents the onset and development of many diseases of the kidneys and gastrointestinal tract, obesity, significantly prolongs the life of a cat.
Feedback from owners of cats using this food is positive, with the exception of cases of intolerance to certain ingredients in animals. But this happens when using any product from any manufacturer.