Review of lines and assessment of the composition of Monge cat food

general information

Today, Monge industrial food is produced in significant volumes at the factories of the Italian company Monge & CS pa. Wet and dry food lines have been produced since the 1970s. And the product appeared completely unexpectedly, as a result of the need not to produce a new product, but to profitably use the remnants of the old one. Thus, environmentally friendly chicken waste has turned into a quality product that not only managed to conquer the market, but is still in demand.

The Italian brand of food is not as popular as other products of this class from Canadian or American brands. However, the product, experimentally tested by cat owners, firmly occupies its niche in the pet food product segment. And all thanks to the fact that the manufacturer does not deviate from the basic rule: follow the nature of the cat.

The cat is a carnivore, so its diet should consist of the maximum amount of protein, vitamins and only a small percentage of plant components. At the same time, all derivatives must be of high quality and fresh. Based on these needs of a small predator, the manufacturer included only a meat product enriched with vitamins, taurine and carbohydrates of plant origin.

The quality of Monge quickly became famous among breeders and cat lovers and fully met their expectations. Due to its high quality, safety, naturalness and balanced composition, Monge is classified as a super premium food. The high quality of the product is supported by the conditions of its production: the plant is located in an ecologically clean region of the country and is under careful control.

Taking care of the safety of the raw materials used, the basic products are grown without the addition of antibiotics and growth hormones. It is this quality and diversity of the presented lines that make it possible to satisfy the needs of pets of different breeds and age groups.

Monge Vetsolution for cats. Review

The Monge Vetsolution line of medicinal food for cats includes:

Urinary Oxalate

- to prevent the development and treatment of oxalate-type urolithiasis, slows down the growth of crystals and uroliths;

Urinary Struvite

— for the treatment of struvite-type urolithiasis, accelerates the dissolution of crystals and uroliths;

Gastrointestinal

— to maintain the health of the gastrointestinal tract in case of gastroenterological pathologies and poisoning.

Dermatosis

— for optimal regeneration of skin and coat in case of dermatological diseases and allergies;

Obesity

— to reduce excess body weight and maintain optimal physical shape;

Renal

- to maintain kidney function in case of renal failure;

Renal and Oxalate

- to maintain kidney function in chronic or acute renal failure, as well as to reduce the formation of oxalate stones;

Hepatic

— for regeneration and functional support of the liver;

Diabetic

— for the prevention of excess body weight gain and metabolic disorders, as well as for feeding cats suffering from diabetes;

Recovery

- nutrition for maintenance and recovery during the recovery period, anorexia, and the postoperative period.

Uniqueness of Monge Vetsolution for cats

1. Grain and gluten free.

   A grain-free and gluten-free diet reduces the risk of intestinal irritation and helps reduce gastrointestinal stress, enhancing the therapeutic effect of each dietary food. The usual sources of starch are replaced with highly digestible ones: tapioca, potato and pea starch.

2. New generation prebiotics.

   Xylooligosaccharides (XOS) are hard-to-digest carbohydrates that cannot be broken down during digestion and reach the large intestine, where they stimulate the growth and activity of beneficial microflora. Xylooligosaccharides have a beneficial effect on the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, prevent the occurrence of putrefactive processes and excessive gas formation in the intestines, and help strengthen the immune system.

3. Melon juice concentrate (dry food)

   . Animals with special nutritional needs are most prone to the formation of free radicals. Excess free radicals are associated with a direct effect on lipids, proteins and cellular DNA and contribute to the development of harmful metabolic processes. Melon juice concentrate is a natural source of powerful first-order antioxidants (superoxide dismutase - SOD) neutralizes free radicals and prevents cell and tissue damage.

4. Nucleotides (wet food).

   Dietary nucleotides are involved in the most important functions of cellular metabolism: they enhance the immune response, improve the digestion process, and promote a speedy recovery. Free nucleotides obtained from hydrolyzed yeast play an important role in rapidly proliferating cells, where they are necessary for gradual regeneration. It has been scientifically proven that the use of nucleotide supplements in animals helps restore the gastrointestinal tract and strengthen the immune system.

5. Fit-aroma® formula.

   The advanced production technology of Monge Vetsolution contains a combination of phyto-ingredients and natural fatty acids, which simultaneously ensures the palatability of the food and has a beneficial effect on the health of the pet. Previously, this formula was used only in the pharmaceutical industry. Fit-aroma® has high biological activity at low dosages due to its gradual and continuous entry into the body through the intestinal walls.

Guaranteed composition of Monge Vetsolution for cats

Monge Vetsolution Diet for cats is complete and is intended for daily consumption without the use of additional food additives. The composition of Monge Vetsolution cat food meets international quality requirements for pet food:

• Optimal amount of high quality animal protein

  . In the production of Monge food, fresh meat and dehydrated meat (meat meal) are used. By fresh meat we mean only muscle tissue, not any offal, tendons or cartilage. Crude protein ranges from 26% to 32% depending on the type of diet, with a minimum of 26% for maintenance and 30% for reproduction.

• Balanced content of healthy fats.
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  The sources of fat in Monge foods are chicken and salmon fat, as well as chicken and salmon oil. In addition, the level of fat in Monge Vetsolution food is supplemented with vegetable oils and polyunsaturated fatty acids Omega-6 and Omega-3. The amount of crude fats and oils depends on the type of diet and is 10-20% with a norm of at least 9%.

• Required amount of fiber

  . Monge Vetsolution uses medium fermentation fiber that is digested at a moderate rate. It is moderately fermented fiber that restores the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract and promotes the formation of normal stool. The source of such fiber is, for example, sugar beet pulp. The percentage of crude fiber is about 2.9-8%. In a cat's diet, the average share of crude fiber should be about 3%; increased levels of fiber are necessary for diabetes, obesity, constipation and the formation of hairballs.

• Optimal ash level

  . The percentage of ash in feed indicates the total amount of minerals (calcium, phosphorus, iron, sodium, zinc, etc.) in its composition. In Monge Wetsolution, the share of raw ash is 5.9-7% with a norm of up to 9.2%. These are excellent indicators that allow you to avoid both deficiency and excess of minerals in the body.

• Sufficient amount of vitamins and amino acids.

  Monge Vetsolution cat food completely satisfies pets' daily needs for vitamins A, B, C, D, E and the amino acids taurine and L-carnitine, without requiring the use of additional vitamin and mineral complexes.

Reviews of Monge Vetsolution for cats

Reviews from owners confirm the effectiveness and speed of action of Monge medicinal food for cats. The owners also note the following advantages:

• balanced composition
• excellent palatability
• optimal granule size
• good price-quality ratio.

The only negative of the Monge diet for cats in the reviews is its low prevalence, sold only in veterinary clinics. This is justified by the fact that the food is medicinal and its use is possible only under the supervision of a veterinarian.

Feed range

Italian cat food is presented in five main lines, which allow you to choose the best option for any pet.

Daily

Daily Line Cat is the main classic line of dry food for cats. It is represented by basic food of three main varieties: for kittens (Kitten), adults (Adult) and elderly (Senior) pets. The composition of the diet, which focuses on increasing or decreasing certain components necessary for the animal, also depends on the age category. However, any of them includes only high-quality and environmentally friendly meat.

The diet is not burdened with any chemical elements (flavors, taste enhancers, etc.). In addition to meat, the product contains natural substances, complexes of vitamins and microelements necessary for the normal functioning of the pet’s body.

Natural

A super-premium canned product, the only line of Monge food, represented by a series of wet delicacies. The composition includes exclusively pure poultry and fish. This food is not only of excellent taste, but is also rich in useful substances in its composition. Canned food is presented in six varieties with different combinations of products (tuna, salmon, seafood). Among them there is a delicacy for every taste, even the most demanding ones.

Functional

Functional Line Cat is a functional line of food that includes several of the most necessary varieties. It contains: a product for removing hairballs; for those pets who constantly stay indoors; for sterilized animals. Not all cat owners know that if they sterilize their pet, they immediately need to take care of a special menu for it. A feature of this diet is its reduced energy value so that animals do not gain excess weight. In addition, you can find special food for the prevention of urolithiasis.

BWild Cat

A variety of this type of feed is a real revolutionary discovery in the feed market. This product is intended for the menu of wild (domesticated) breeds of the cat family: caraquets, caracals, servals. The composition of the diet is as close as possible to the type of food of big cats in the wild. Today it is available in two varieties: with anchovies and hare meat.

Grain Free Veterinary Diet

Grain-free therapeutic diet intended for cats suffering from various diseases: urolithiasis, skin infections, gastroenterological, kidney and liver diseases, diabetes.

Advantages and disadvantages

• The source of protein is fresh meat.
• An acceptable combination of phosphorus and calcium, due to which the slightly acidic pH of urine is maintained (prevention of urolithiasis), salt crystals dissolve. Urine does not stagnate, there is no heavy load on the kidneys.
• The amount of protein, crude fat and fiber is within the recommended limits.
• The size and shape of Monge granules are convenient for cats: they can be chewed without much effort, but at the same time their gums are massaged and their fangs are cleaned of plaque.
• New generation probiotics maintain normal intestinal microflora, not only restoring it if necessary, but also stopping putrefactive processes in the intestines, eliminating gas formation and strengthening the immune system.
• L-carnitine added to food helps the formation of a strong muscle corset.
• Vitamin C is used as an antioxidant, rosemary and tocopherols are used as preservatives.
• Antibiotics, growth hormones and harmful chemical compounds are not used when raising birds.
• According to research by Roskachestvo, no intestinal or other bacteria that cause dangerous infectious diseases were identified in the samples submitted for research; there are no anaerobes, mytoxins or GMOs. There are no traces of radionuclides, heavy metals, or pests.
• The peroxide and acid numbers of fat correspond to those indicators. that were declared, which means complete preservation of all taste and quality characteristics until the end of the product’s shelf life.
• A good vitamin complex supplement.
• The range of food is large.

• Quite expensive.
• Not always and not available for sale everywhere.
• The percentage of calcium is higher than necessary.
• Added wheat and corn - strong allergens.

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Composition of rations

The composition of each type of feed fully corresponds to the specified list and dosage on the product packaging. Each line is balanced strictly according to necessity. Nutritionists have calculated not only the required percentage of meat or fish, but also other components. The consumption of grains is eliminated completely or reduced to a minimum.

Thus, canned food is the only product produced in Thailand, which makes it possible to include only the freshest fish products, with a minimum of grains (1% rice) and the required amount of vitamin E.

The menu for sterilized pets includes taurine, fish oil, and insoluble pea fiber. Many years of experience of cat owners shows that using any of the Monge lines, you don’t have to worry about the health of your pet.

Compound

Monge cat food ingredients:

• meat and meat components (hare, beef, chicken, pork): source of natural protein;
• specially processed animal protein;
• rice, corn, cornmeal, wheat, oats;
• salmon, trout: source of unsaturated fatty acids;
• salmon oil;
• chicken fat;
• starchy potato protein;
• insoluble pea fiber: helps the intestines digest food;
• egg powder;
• flax-seed;
• dry yeast;
• tomatoes;
• carrot;
• dried beets;
• pineapple stem fibers;
• Yucca Schidigera;
• rose hip;
• rosemary;
• L-carnitine, DL-methionine, Taurine, B9, B5, B7, B3, B12, B2, B1, B6, E, C, D3, A;
• iron, zinc, selenium, manganese, xylooligosaccharides and others).

Price and where to buy

You can buy this food at:

"Goods":

• Packaging Monge 0.4 kg - from 339 rubles;
• Packaging Monge 1.5 kg - from 1085 rubles;
• Dry food Monji 10 kg - from 4395 rub.

"Darwin":

• Packaging 0.4 kg - from 125 UAH;
• Packaging 1.5 kg - from 410 UAH;
• Packaging 10 kg - from 1800 UAH.

The prices indicated are indicative (current as of April 2021 and may change over time). For the exact cost today, see pet stores using the links above.

Monge food for cats

Food under the Monge brand has been sold on the Russian market for many years; during this time, many reviews about it have been collected on pet owner forums. Below we've collected some of the newest ones.

Reviews from veterinarians

Unfortunately, we were unable to find direct reviews from veterinarians about Monge brand food. On the Internet there are only mentions in customer reviews of the recommendation of this food by a veterinarian.

Customer Reviews

We have an adult, non-neutered cat on our farm. An excellent pet, it doesn’t cause much trouble. Recently he began to eat poorly and often regurgitate what he ate. After a little searching on the Internet, I found out that most likely his stomach was clogged with wool. Knowledgeable people suggested buying a special food for hair removal and recommended Monge Hairball. The price of the food turned out to be rather high, but I bought it because I need to help the cat. The cat did not react very happily to the new food; he ate as if through hunger. True, I also began to have trouble eating the rest of the food, apparently because of these problems with wool in the stomach, my entire appetite is spoiled.

After about a week, the cat cheered up, became more active and cheerful, but most importantly, he stopped regurgitating food. Now I definitely give him Monge Hairball food 1-2 times a week for prevention. I would feed him constantly, but it would be too expensive.

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Writes Genady

Good day. Today I am sharing a review of the super premium food Monge Bwild Cat Anchovies. Manufactured by an Italian company, the food is stated to contain 65% animal ingredients and low grain content. The packaging is beautiful, made in blue colors with a painted lynx, equipped with a zip fastener (at least the one weighing 1.5 kg). On the back of the package there is a table with feeding norms.

The food smells like herring, not very pleasant. The granules are small, too small for large adult cats, and my Scotsman is quite big. While eating, some of the granules are simply swallowed without chewing, and the other part falls out of the mouth. Therefore, this food is not suitable for large breed cats.

Despite the above difficulties, the cat little by little ate the entire package. During this time, his condition has not changed, he looks great, and his digestion is normal. Next I will try other formulas, maybe they have larger granules.

As for the cost of feed, the price is quite reasonable, about 830 rubles per 1.5 kg). Summing up, I can say that Monge food should be tried by everyone who cannot afford holistic care, but care about the health of their pet.

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Julia writes

Hi all. I once tried Monge Sensitive, I’ll write what I remember about this food. First of all, the packaging contains a lot of text in foreign languages ​​and little information in Russian. There was a lot of corn in the composition, namely corn itself and also corn gluten. For cats, a lot of corn in their food is ballast, not beneficial.

There were also positive aspects, although one “but” can be attributed to each of them. For example, the package is equipped with a ZIP fastener (but not very secure), 40% chicken (but it is not known whether there is meat in it). I think all this is unacceptable for the super premium class.

The cat ate well, became more active than she was on Pro Plan food before, and her eyes were less streaming. But the stool became thinner. As a result, I changed the food to Brit Care, which I still feed to this day.

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Alice writes