Class Description
Many owners buy premium food for their pets because they occupy the top positions on such lists. However, the best for feeding on an ongoing basis are still considered to be holistic foods, which have a more useful and high-quality composition. The word “holistic” is translated as “whole.” In the context of cat food, this means that even the dry product is made entirely of natural ingredients that are healthy for your cat.
Feeds representing this class are fully balanced, containing all the necessary nutrients and vitamin supplements, which is very beneficial. You just need to buy a bag of food to keep your pet fed, healthy and energetic. Among breeders, holistic nutrition is considered professional nutrition. This food is given to breeding and show cats, as well as to sick, weakened and those who are about to be sterilized.
The high quality of holistic products is ensured by a 100% natural composition:
- protein products (form the basis - 70–80%): selected chicken, turkey, lamb, as well as fish fillet. No plant proteins are used;
- carbohydrates are represented by potatoes and gluten-free grains: rice, lentils (grain-free options are also available);
- To preserve the product, natural preservatives are used, usually tocopherols (vitamin E and its derivatives), herbs and spices. Flavorings and flavor enhancers are not used;
- sources of fiber are dried vegetables, berries and fruits (apples, carrots, rarely beet pulp).
Some companies have developed entire concepts for the ideal healthy food formula for cats. For example, the Italian concept is that the correct diet of an animal should consist of 40% dry food and 60% wet food. Accordingly, a wide variety of dry and canned food is produced for cats, designed for all age groups, be it a kitten, an adult or a pregnant cat. This series also includes a high-quality hypoallergenic product.
Carnilove
Complete grain-free food Carnilove is produced by the Czech company Vafo Ptaha, which is known for Brit and Brit Care food. Food for kittens belongs to the holistic class, and is prepared using modern technologies to preserve all the beneficial properties of the product. Half of the food composition is animal protein - salmon meal and turkey meal. Game is supplemented with plants, herbs and berries such as rosemary, chicory root, thyme, seaweed, raspberries, blueberries, etc. High quality fat sources include chicken fat, fish oil and olive oil. The product contains 18% yellow peas, which is a good source of fiber, vegetable protein and a lot of vitamins and nutrients. In addition, flaxseeds in the composition improve hair and skin, and beet pulp promotes normal digestion.
Variety of assortment : A special food, CarniLove into the wild, with salmon and turkey flavors, has been released for kittens.
Pros:
-The basis of the feed is animal protein
-There are no grains in the composition that could cause allergies in a kitten
-Lots of herbal ingredients, as well as vitamins and minerals
-Uses natural preservatives and antioxidants
Minuses:
-High price
-Difficult to find in pet stores, better to order online
-It’s not entirely clear what animal parts flour is made from
Compound
The composition of holistic-class cat food is characterized by a high content of meat and fish.
The ingredients include beef, turkey, chicken, lamb and duck.
Based on the analysis of the feed, the content of meat and fish in it is 70%, healthy protein is 30%.
As a source of plant proteins, holistic cat food includes brown rice, peas, and lentils.
To provide the cat's body with vitamins and fiber, herbs, berries, fruits and vegetables are added.
As a result, the pet receives a balanced diet, which has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the digestive system.
Holistic class food does not contain artificial flavors, preservatives or taste enhancers.
For example, you can consider the composition of the food from the Holistik Blend rating with chicken and salmon for kittens and adult cats.
List of ingredients:
- chicken meat;
- chicken meal;
- whole barley;
- brown rice;
- chicken fat;
- wild salmon meat;
- natural flavor (chicken);
- whole millet;
- flaxseed flour;
- yeast;
- cranberry;
- apples;
- chopped garlic;
- chopped cinnamon;
- alfalfa;
- rosemary extract;
- Yucca Schidigera extract;
- taurine;
- vitamins: E, A, B6, B12, L-ascorbyl, d-calcium pantothenate, biotin, choline;
- minerals: zinc, iron, copper, manganese, calcium.
This food contains a minimum of 32% protein, 18% fat and 3% natural fiber.
It is also enriched with Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids.
No artificial preservatives are used to preserve the food.
Rosemary extract has been added instead.
Food from Canadian manufacturer Holistik Blend
Interesting! Canadian company Holistik Blend's motto goes something like this: If we can't eat it, why should our pets? The embodiment of this idea is the use of only products suitable for human nutrition.
The following is the composition of the holistic food from the Go! with chicken, vegetables and fruits:
- chicken fillet;
- chicken meal;
- chicken fat;
- brown rice;
- White rice;
- salmon meal;
- oat flour;
- natural flavor (chicken);
- sunflower oil;
- rice bran;
- apples;
- potato;
- carrot;
- cranberry;
- linseed oil;
- whole dry egg;
- salmon oil;
- alfalfa;
- dried rosemary;
- dried chicory root;
- Yucca Schidigera extract;
- vitamins: E, L-ascorbyl, A, B1, B12, D3, biotin;
- minerals: zinc, iron, copper, manganese, calcium, sodium (in various compounds).
Natural diet for cats and kittens
This diet, developed by experienced nutritionists, is suitable for feeding cats of any age.
Supports urinary tract health due to reduced magnesium content.
Taurine is good for your pet's heart and vision.
According to analysis, this food contains 32% protein, 20% fat and 2.5% fiber.
Reviews
Below are several reviews from owners who switched their pets to holistic food:
Tatyana, Nizhny Novgorod: “I have a cat and a male cat, about a year ago I tried to offer them Go holistic-class food. At first, the cats only sniffed, then decided to crunch. The cat didn’t really like the taste of the fish, but the cat devoured it with pleasure. I buy him chicken pillows.”
Daria, Saratov: “We have been giving our cat Orijen holistic food for several months. I haven’t noticed any weight gain, the coat is in excellent condition. The cat is neutered, but the vet approved our choice and said that he did not need additional mixtures.”
Olga, Samara: “At the pet store I noticed Go! and decided to take it for my pet. To tell the truth, I did not follow the recommendations for switching to a new diet, but the cat tolerated it completely calmly. We prefer mixtures with chicken.”
Age recommendations
Holistic specialists also have different purposes, including depending on the age of the pet. However, there are universal options available for cats of any age.
Holistic treatment for kittens is a good option, suitable for babies from the first months of life. With it, the kitten will receive the necessary vitamins and nutrients important for the growth of bones, teeth, and the formation of the nervous system. The best food contains everything for the proper development of the baby, including probiotics, folic acid, and fatty acids.
Already grown kittens switch to the option for adult animals, which will support their formed body. This is an important stage in nutrition and maturation, requiring a gradual transition. New granules are mixed with old ones, giving the kitten the opportunity to get used to the diet. It is important that they contain enough vitamins to strengthen bones, ensure proper brain function, and keep your pet active. If your cat is overweight, you need to choose a diet with the addition of L-carnitine, which helps with weight loss.
Holistic food brands
Due to the lack of advertising, many may be unfamiliar with holistic foods. However, in fact there are a lot of their varieties. It is worth remembering that despite all the usefulness, holistic food is not a panacea and may also not be suitable for your pet.
Before giving your cat a new product, you should consult your veterinarian . Even natural holistic treatments can harm an animal if its gastrointestinal tract is abnormal or it has urolithiasis. In this case, together with your doctor, you will need to select a dietary food option.
Table: list of holistic class foods
| Trademark | Where is it produced? | Kinds | Rulers | Peculiarities | Approximate price (depending on the type of food) |
| Farmina N&D |
| Dry food |
| Several varieties:
| From 300 to 490 rubles per 300 grams in the manufacturer’s online store |
| Gina Elite | Canada | Dry food |
| The food is enriched with probiotics, which helps maintain the balance of beneficial microflora in the cat’s gastrointestinal tract. | from 240 to 280 rubles per 400 grams in the manufacturer’s online store, the minimum packaging of food for sterilized cats is 8 kg at a price of 3921 rubles. |
| Pronature Holistic | Canada | Dry food |
| For adult cats there are additional varieties:
| From 2074 to 2576 rubles for a 2.72 kg package in the IvankoDostavka online store (Ivanko company is the official distributor in Russia) |
| Acana | Canada | Dry food |
| Acana's holistic food also includes the Orijen brand. | 360 rubles for 340 grams of Acana food, from 410 to 515 rubles for 340 grams of Orijen food in the Akanada online store |
| Grandorf |
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| Dry food lines:
| Some dry foods contain probiotics, which are beneficial for digestion. Dry food is mostly low-grain, but there is grain-free food for adult cats with problem skin and coat or those prone to allergies. All wet food is grain-free. |
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| Barking Heads | Great Britain |
| Dry food lines:
| Additional variety for adult cats: dry and wet food for a healthy and shiny coat “Hey Handsome” |
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| Innova EVO | USA |
| For adult cats and kittens | Completely grain-free food | It is very difficult to find Innova EVO food on sale in Russia. But it can be ordered in online stores of foreign goods, such as Ebay or Shopotam. In the latter, for example, the price per kilogram of dry food will be from 1000 to 1600 rubles (the greater the weight of the package, the lower the price per kg), and a package of 32 cans of wet food will cost approximately 7000 rubles. |
| Go Natural | Canada |
| Dry food lines:
| The Go Natural company produces holistic food series Now Fresh, Go! and Gather. |
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Photo gallery: Holistic class food
Grandorf dry food is produced in Belgium, and wet food is produced in Thailand.
Innova Evo food is difficult to find on sale, but reviews about it are good
Among the variety of Gina Elite lines there is food for any cat
The food produced by Akana also includes the Origin brand.
Farmina N&D food even contains exotic quinoa seeds
Many Go Nature food lines are suitable for both adult cats and kittens
Barking Heads manufacturing technologies allow you to preserve the maximum beneficial properties of all components
Pronature Holistic has a line for older cats
