general information
Perfect Fit ready-made food for domestic cats is created by the American company Mars. The manufacturer produces several lines in Russia, Hungary and Germany. Among them there is both dry and wet food.
The brand's products are popular among owners of furry and not so four-legged animals, as they contain healthy ingredients. The cost of food is considered not very high compared to premium products, only slightly falling short of its quality.
Manufacturer
Perfect Fit food is produced by Mars. Its founder, France Mars, founded the company in 1911 and initially was engaged in the manufacture and sale of confectionery and chocolate bars. The success was enormous and Frank began to wonder: isn’t it time to do something else? The first animal products were produced in 1935; Whiskas food appeared on the markets in 1958. Russian consumers saw cat food in 1991. In 2007, the first feed production factory appeared in the Ulyanovsk region.
In addition to Perfect Fit food, the company produces Sheba, Royal Canin, Kitekat, and Pedigree food lines.
What does the manufacturer offer?
Ready-made cat food "Perfect Fit" is available in a variety of flavors, as well as in various formats (dry, liquid, etc.). All products are divided into lines. Thanks to this sorting, animals receive a balanced diet that fully satisfies their needs for nutrients. Let's look at each line in more detail.
In-home
In-home dry food is suitable for pets who enjoy a sedentary lifestyle. The food was created with the goal of reducing the risk of obesity. The food contains yucca, which has a positive effect on digestion, neutralizing unpleasant odors from animal waste products.
Stimulation of metabolic processes in the animal’s body occurs due to the content of biotin and omega acids. The presence of fiber improves digestion and promotes the removal of hair along with food.
Active
The Perfect Fit Active line is designed for active animals. Therefore, this food is high in calories and contains many vitamins. The diet of the presented direction allows pets to remain cheerful and active due to quick and prolonged saturation.
A distinctive feature of the composition is the presence of a large amount of proteins (promote muscle growth) and vitamin A (improves vision).
Junior
Growing cats and cats should receive a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals. At the same time, the kitten needs gentle nutrition, otherwise it may develop a food allergy.
The composition necessary for such animals includes the Perfect Fit Junior line. There are not only minerals and vitamins E, C, calcium, phosphorus, but also many proteins necessary for the full growth of animals.
Senior
The line is intended for aging pets aged 8 years and older. The food is rich in nutritional ingredients: antioxidants, taurine, glucosamine. These components give the animal vigor and energy.
Sensitive
This food is created for pets with a sensitive digestive system. Therefore, soy and wheat are not used to create it. Both components can cause food allergies.
The composition contains minerals and plant extracts designed to improve intestinal function. They also ensure a normal urine pH level, which reduces the risk of an animal developing urolithiasis.
Sterile
This line is prescribed by veterinarians when a pet needs to be spayed or neutered. A carefully selected composition allows you to maintain the functionality of the genitourinary system, reducing the risk of developing urolithiasis. It also contains fructooligosaccharides, which improve intestinal function.
Feed line
The Perfect Fit brand offers 8 lines of finished product:
- Junior – a series for kittens and teenagers up to six months. A young body requires an increased dose of vitamins and mineral supplements for intensive development. The diet contains an increased dose of vitamin C, E and some microelements for brain and vision development. The size of the granules has been reduced to make it easier for small teeth and delicate gums. Also available wet in pouches.
- Active – for active pets. An increased dose of protein, vitamins A and B helps keep muscles toned and in physical shape.
- Indoor – suitable for couch potatoes or those whose owners do not let them go outside. The diet will prevent the development of obesity and maintain proper metabolism. The composition contains an extract of the evergreen Yucca, which protects against the bad smell of feces. Fiber helps cleanse the esophagus of hair.
- Sensitive – for cats with allergies and gastrointestinal problems. Contains natural plant ingredients, excludes soy protein and wheat waste. Recommended for diet for liver and kidney diseases. The wet diet contains prebiotics to support the natural intestinal microflora.
- Adult – for adult cats. A balanced combination of nutrients, vitamins, minerals, fatty acids have a positive effect on the condition of the animal’s skin, coat and body as a whole.
- Senior – will be needed for elderly individuals over 7 years old. Taurine, which is part of the menu, supports cardiac activity. Omega-3 acids and glucosamine are responsible for joint health.
- Hair & Beauty – designed for furry pets. Soy is excluded, the volume of meat products, vitamin A and taurine is increased. Added chicory and cellulose. The coat becomes shiny and silky.
- Sterile – recommended for sterilized and neutered cats. The content of iron and B vitamins keeps the body active. Prebiotics will take care of intestinal function, and the nutrient profile will maintain weight balance.
Feed composition
Perfect Fit products belong to the premium class. However, its composition does not always meet class quality standards, despite a good list of ingredients.
The meat content here is 21-24%. In this case, not only poultry meat is used, but also its remains (cartilage, fat). The composition also contains soy flour, cereals (wheat, corn, rice), vegetables and additional components.
The manufacturer adds dehydrated chicken protein, vegetable protein (soy protein concentrate), sunflower oil, cellulose, yeast, sugar beet pulp, potassium chloride, yucca and flavorings to the feed.
Despite the advertising and assurances of the manufacturer, the composition of this food is only close to natural, and does not always fully satisfy the needs of the animal.
Analysis of the composition and comparative characteristics of the “Perfect Fit” feed
Perfect Fit is a good economy class food. This conclusion can be drawn by analyzing its components. The balance of fats, proteins and carbohydrates is well selected and takes into account the age characteristics of pets.
However, it is impossible to understand from the composition what percentage is animal protein and from what quality products it is obtained. For an assortment of economy-class feeds, such a description of the composition is the norm. Therefore, when we see in the first place in the composition the line: “flour of animal origin (including beef - 14%)”, this already indicates good quality of feed for this class of product.
Advantages and disadvantages of Perfect Fit
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All feed mixtures have advantages and disadvantages. The following things are said about Perfect Fit.
Advantages:
- the components included in the composition are able to support all the needs of a pet;
- the product is presented in a wide variety, you can choose according to age;
- There are varieties presented in the form of dry or wet food;
- the components include vitamins and biological additives;
- The company's food can always be found on sale;
- In terms of cost, Perfect Fit is not very expensive.
Flaws:
- the composition clearly contains protein of plant origin;
- the contents of the components are not entirely clear;
- vitamins and minerals are contained in the feed in small quantities;
- Some constituent substances can cause allergies, for example, corn, soy.
Among owners of domestic cats and cats there are adherents of both natural and ready-made feeding. Most professional breeders tend to believe that high-quality, balanced food rarely leads to digestive problems.
Perfect Fit is the optimal combination of price and quality. There are no harmful ingredients in the composition, animal protein is offered in good quantities. You can feed your cat or cat regularly with Perfect Fit food. The animal will be distinguished by activity and longevity.
Cat food Perfect Fit – packaging
Food is conveniently available in different packages. Dry granules are available in packages of 190, 650, 750 g, and another 1.2 and 3 kg. Canned food is available in soft packaging of 85 g. Cat food Perfect Fit for kittens is available in the same packaging as for adults. Wet food for kittens is divided into two parts (for example, half a pouch per day plus dry food). Small packages are suitable for trial (not all food may be to the pet's liking) and for convenience (the daily portion is divided into several parts).
Feed selection
The most popular variety is dry food.
It is easy to use and store. And housewives don’t even have to wash the dishes, since dry croquettes leave no traces. But still, even if the cat eats premium food, it is worth diversifying the diet with pieces of natural boiled beef. Each dry food has its own characteristics. Different shapes of croquettes, different composition, the presence of certain useful ingredients. This could be biotin or antioxidants that prevent premature aging and improve the appearance of the coat. The food may contain additives and vitamins for cats of various breeds and types (for British, Persian, longhair, Purina cat food). However, this is practiced by manufacturers of expensive products. For example, they include Purina food for cats. Reviews from cat owners indicate a preference for this class.
Separate shelves in pet stores are occupied by dry food with a medicinal effect. This includes Purina medicinal food. This is a specialized food, and it is intended to relieve your pet of any ailment, such as urolithiasis, for example. But such foods should only be prescribed by a veterinarian and taken under his supervision.
In addition to dry foods, there are also “wet” cat foods. These are canned goods, first of all. They are sold in cans or sealed dosed bags. Their main advantage is the variety of tastes. There are canned foods with various types of fish, veal, rabbit, turkey, and chicken.
Canned food can also be specialized. There are series for kittens or products for pregnant cats.
Also, when choosing food, you need to take into account the age of your pet. All market offers can be divided into three groups: food for kittens (liquid food, easy to digest and contains many useful substances), for mature cats (there are different specializations, depending on the weight and condition of the animal), for older cats (canned food or dry adapted for fragile teeth).
Advantages and disadvantages
When choosing food, objectively evaluate both its advantages and disadvantages. The positive qualities of Perfect Fit food include:
- Availability. Firstly, the food is widely available and you can buy it not only in a specialized pet supply store, but also in a regular supermarket, where there is at least a small stand for pets. You can also order food via the Internet.
- The presence of a vitamin-mineral complex that provides the cat’s body with a minimum need for microelements and vitamin supplements.
- Low cost of feed, which will not seem burdensome to most of the population.
- Wide range of food options: There are both dry and wet options to suit all ages and health conditions.
- The granules are packed in a convenient bag with a zip system. Tight packaging and a convenient latch prevent air from getting inside and save the food from premature spoilage.
- The most significant disadvantage is replacing meat with chicken flour or chicken protein. These components are made from the remains of chicken production - beaks, paws, feathers, etc. - and cannot be a complete replacement for meat and offal.
- It also contains vegetable protein, and in significant quantities. But, since cats are carnivorous creatures, they need protein not of plant origin, but of animal origin. This is due to the structure of their internal organs (intestines, stomach), and the enzyme system, and the shape of the teeth. Vegetable protein contains few amino acids necessary for animals and your pet, eating such food, will experience a constant deficiency of them. For example, corn is a strong allergen and has no nutritional value, and yeast causes intestinal flatulence. The same applies to soybeans.
- The amount of animal protein is not specified.
- The antioxidants and preservatives used in the feed are also not specified. Are they natural or synthetic? Synthetic ones cause a number of diseases, ranging from disorders of the gastrointestinal tract to urolithiasis.
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