Cat food Probalance – review, composition, reviews, prices

Wet and dry food "ProBalance" is recommended for cats for daily feeding. It is a complete, balanced, premium food produced by the Danish company Aller Petfood A/S. Premium diets also include “Monge”, “Prokhvost”, “Gina”. Under the ProBalance brand, cat food is produced in Russia in full compliance with the license. Reviews about this diet for cats are mostly positive, but you can also find negative opinions, so before giving it to your pet, it is better to consult with a veterinarian and independently weigh the pros and cons of ProBalance food.

Food "Probalance" for cats

“Probalance” is a popular brand of food for cats and kittens in Russia. The brand belongs to the Danish organization Aller Petfood A/S, but these foods are produced in Russia (Velkorm LLC). Probalance has been produced in Russia since 2009; there are factories in St. Petersburg and Tver.

Probalance food is sold not only in pet stores and veterinary pharmacies, but also in regular grocery supermarkets

"Velkorm" produces another line of food - "Rogue". Both foods are available for both cats and dogs of all ages.

What class does Probalance food belong to?

The manufacturer positions Probalance food as a premium product. This is due to the characteristics of the feed:

• dry food contains at least 30% animal protein (including raw meat);
• the ingredients include vegetables and cereals (fiber is good for cat digestion);
• Only natural flavorings and aromas are used;
• no dyes or GMOs.

In addition, the lack of bright advertising indicates that this food belongs to the premium class (economy class products are aggressively advertised).

Reviews

Many dog ​​lovers, having given preference to domestic products, were quite satisfied and shared their impressions:

Elena: “My pug pet has a terrible allergy, and as it turned out, it was caused by flax - the oil or seeds of which are included in most diets. When feeding, my usually well-fed pet lost weight, and he was also often tormented by constipation. Naturally, in such a situation it was necessary to meticulously study the composition of the feed and discard most of it as unsuitable. When the turn came to the hypoallergenic ProBalance, without flax in the composition, we managed to forget about the above problems. My dog ​​is healthy, cheerful, cheerful, and has shiny fur. One caveat: I reduce the daily portion, otherwise problems with the toilet will arise.”

Larisa: “I have two dogs that I fed Proplan for a long time, however, there were supply shortages and I had to look for an alternative. The pet store recommended ProBalance, a Russian food with an attractive price and good composition. One of my dogs liked it - he gobbles it up, it just makes a noise, but the second one is more picky and didn’t get into it much - often the granules remained in the cup. Now I’m at a crossroads - should I buy the dogs one food or different ones, but I can recommend ProBalance - it’s worth taking it for testing, and then we’ll see how the dog reacts.”

Natalya: “I chose the ProBalance Maxi Adult diet for very prosaic reasons - I couldn’t afford to feed two Labradors with foreign Acana. Luckily for us, the food worked the first time, and subsequently no complications arose. My labs eat it with pleasure, remain playful and have no problems with stool. It’s a pity that you can’t buy a bag of such food in a store, but I found an online store where I order it regularly.”

ProBalance is one of the first, but already confident steps towards the production of high-quality dry food for pets in Russia. Naturally, they cannot yet fully compete with many world-famous brands, but these diets have undeniable advantages.

Assortment and features of feed

All Probalance cat food can be divided into 2 groups - for adult cats and kittens. Food for the smallest is limited to one line of complete food (crickets and canned food), while food for adult cats includes several lines of dry and wet food.

Probalance food for adult cats

All wet food of this brand for adult cats are available in the form of pouches and canned food. Each series of food is available in several flavors (salmon, chicken, veal and rabbit). Current assortment:

• “Sensitive” (for cats with capricious digestion);
• “Active” (for energetic cats);
• “Sterilized” (for sterilized and neutered cats);
• "Immuno Protection" (to maintain immunity).

Dry food is represented by the following products:

• "Immuno Protection";
• "Sterilized";
• "Sensitive";
• “Hair and Beauty” (to maintain the beauty of the coat and healthy skin of cats).

These products can be combined with each other, but it is not recommended to confuse this food with a product from another manufacturer. For example, I buy Sterilized dry food for my older cat, and Active canned food for my younger cat (she is more active and spends more energy). But if I run out of crickets for a sterilized cat, I can safely give her wet food, since they are not mutually exclusive.

Photo gallery: Probalance food for adult cats

Probalance Active food is available only in the form of pouches and canned food.

415 g cans are equipped with a convenient lid with a ring opener

Large bags of Probalance feed have a convenient cut line

Hair&Beauty food is produced only in the form of crickets

Wet food "Probalance" is also complete (no additional feeding is required)

Composition of “adult” food

The content of food components may vary depending on the type and line of food. Ingredients listed:

• raw protein (including raw meat);
• crude fat, fiber and ash;
• vitamins A, D, E, group B, H, taurine;
• minerals: calcium, phosphorus, iron, manganese, copper, iodine, selenium;
• flaxseed is a source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids;
• lysine (responsible for the animal’s immunity);
• L-carnitine (for weight control);
• prebiotics;
• phytocomplex Fitocare for cats;
• Yucca Schidigera extract (reduces fecal odor).

Fitocare is a special complex of herbal components that helps strengthen the immune system. In addition, plant fibers have a beneficial effect on the digestive system. The complex includes cranberry, calendula, horsetail, Icelandic moss and chamomile. The rarest of these is Icelandic moss. It was first used by medieval Icelanders as an anti-inflammatory agent. It contains rare enzymes and lichen acids that have an antibacterial effect.

Fitocare for cats is a patented set of medicinal herbs that has a general strengthening and tonic effect

Table: characteristics of food for adult cats

Food "Probalance" for kittens

Baby food of this brand is represented by only 1 line - Kitten 1`st diet. It can be fed to kittens of any breed. There are dry and wet complete food Kitten 1`st diet.

Baby food "Probalance" is available in only 3 packaging options - 85 g pouches, as well as 400 g and 10 kg bags of dry food

Table: characteristics of dry and wet food for kittens

Probalance for kittens contains the same components as the product for adult cats, only in a different percentage. Some baby owners are afraid to accustom their pet to ready-made food since childhood, so the Kitten 1`st diet packaging contains special instructions, including a table for calculating the daily diet.

When I introduced my kitten to store-bought food, I first went to the vet. He calculated the approximate amount of calories required for the normal development and growth of a kitten, and compiled an approximate feeding schedule for several months. I hung these recommendations on the refrigerator, so all feedings took place “on the clock.”

On the bags and 400 g bags there is a table of the daily diet and recommendations for feeding adult cats and kittens

Feeding recommendations

How much food you should give your pet per day is described in detail in the instructions on the package. The daily dosage of the product is selected taking into account the general health and weight of the animal.

For kittens

• if the cat’s weight is 2-2.5 kg, it can be given a maximum of 60 g of food per day, dividing the amount by 2 times;
• It is recommended to give pets weighing from 3 to 5 kg 70-75 g of food;
• if the cat's weight is more than 6 kg, the daily dosage increases to 100 g.

In order for the animal to have a complete diet and not get bored, dry food must be combined with wet food. It is recommended to give your cat wet canned food at least once every 3 days.

Other feeds to replace “Probalance”

Depending on the capabilities and financial situation, the cat owner can replace “Probalance” with foods of different classes:

• premium (Royal Canin, Hills, Eukanuba, Brit, etc.);
• super premium (Bosch, First Choice, Gina, Pronature, etc.);
• holistic (“Leonardo”, “Innova”, “Almo Nature”, “Chicken Soup”, etc.).

The quality of Probalance can be rivaled by higher-class feeds. Some veterinarians equate Probalance to super premium foods (for example, Gina and First Choice). And in terms of the presence of plant components, this food is close to some holistic foods.

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The formula of Royal Canin food was developed in France, but it is produced in Russia

Hills food is produced in Russia, the USA, France and the Netherlands

First Choice food is produced in Canada by order of Russian distributors

Gina food is produced in Denmark (dry) and Thailand (canned)

Leonardo food is produced in Germany

Table: replacement feed “Probalance”

Kinds

Thus, the animal owner can choose the most suitable food for his pet.

Yellow series - Immuno. Thanks to the content of antioxidants and lysines, it strengthens the immune system. The prebiotic, which was specially selected by nutritionists, serves to maintain beneficial intestinal microflora. To support joint health, the composition includes glucosamine and chondrotin. An optimally selected composition of minerals and nutrients prevents the development of diseases of the musculoskeletal system.

The blue series is presented in two types: Beauty and Sterilized. Beauty is recommended to be given in preparation for exhibitions. The food contains flax seed - a rich source of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, improves coat growth, making it thick and shiny. The vitamins and minerals included in the complex increase the protective functions of the skin and improve its appearance. Sterilized is for spayed and neutered cats. Prevents the development of urolithiasis, stimulates water consumption, increasing the volume of urine. L-carnitine promotes fat burning and normalizes weight.

The green series - Sensitive is intended for cats who may have allergic reactions, as well as for animals with sensitive digestion. There is no herbal complex in the composition. The set of components included in the composition is limited, which reduces the likelihood of allergic reactions, but at the same time, the cat’s body’s needs for nutrients, as well as vitamins and minerals, are fully satisfied.

General characteristics

Although there is an opinion that Russian food is not of sufficient quality, the new animal food Probalance has a good composition and an affordable price. Its relation to the premium class does not mean that it is of the highest quality, it is a middle class food. Among the existing 4 classes, it ranks second. Probalance is in demand among those who cannot afford really high-quality super premium food.

Features of use

First of all, when buying food for their pet, owners pay attention to its composition. Probalance contains the following ingredients:

1. One of the main elements of the feed is dehydrated (dried) turkey or chicken meat. The meat included in the composition has undergone special processing, during which all the liquid is evaporated, leaving flour containing all the nutrients. The digestibility of this product is 90%. The amount of substances it contains makes it quite nutritious. At the same time, there are no by-products in it. There is also food available that contains salmon instead of meat.
2. The composition includes grains such as rice and barley, which cause a feeling of fullness. They are easily absorbed by the cat's body. Cats love sprouted barley, and rice does not cause allergic reactions and has a beneficial effect on the intestinal mucosa.
3. The beet pulp contained in the beet pulp is not absorbed by the animal's body, but it is included as a nutrient material for the formation of beneficial microflora in the intestines, thereby ensuring good digestion.
4. To improve the condition of the coat and skin, the composition includes sunflower oil and chicken fat.
   Oil is a source of polyunsaturated fatty acids. Medicinal composition of feed
5. An important component is taurine, an amino acid that animals, except cats, synthesize independently. Being part of bile, it ensures high-quality digestion of fats, helps improve metabolic processes in the nervous and cardiovascular systems, and prevents the development of eye dystrophy.
6. Probalance contains the necessary vitamin and mineral complex containing yeast, which is a source of vitamin B12.
7. The high nutritional value of egg powder provides your cat with complete protein, as well as minerals and vitamins.
8. To increase appetite and improve regeneration, the composition includes the amino acid L-carnitine, which regulates metabolism and promotes fat burning.
9. Probalance contains 18 types of medicinal herbs, thanks to which the food has acquired a pleasant smell and therapeutic and preventive qualities: increases immunity, improves metabolism, has anti-inflammatory properties, supports the nervous system and vision.
10. Probalance contains the additive myco carb, which prevents pathogenic microflora and mold from developing in the feed. There are no side effects and the nutritional value of the product is preserved.

The main disadvantage of the food is the content of synthetic antioxidants – E320 and E321. They retain cholesterol in the blood and can cause kidney disease, gastrointestinal tract disease, and cause allergies.