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Vet Diet Gastrointestinal Adult Cat Food

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Royal Canin

Vet Diet Gastrointestinal Adult Cat Food

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19 ingredients32% protein4,214 kcal/kg

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Ingredients

20 ingredients

6 beneficial · 2 under research review · 9 contextual · 3 standard

Nutritional adequacy

Complete & Balanced

Labelled complete and balanced (no recognised standard cited), brand statement

Brand transparency

4 of 5 disclosed

PFIAA

Data completeness

88%

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Ingredients

20 listed by weight, heaviest first · tap any ingredient for its research notes

6 beneficial2 under research review9 contextual3 standard ingredients

What do these mean? ▾

Beneficial. Linked to benefits in published research. Tiers show evidence strength.

Restricted or banned. Restricted or banned by a regulator in at least one country.

Under research review. Being studied or re-evaluated by researchers or regulators.

Contextual. Not flagged, but there is a note worth reading.

Standard. Everyday components like vitamins and minerals.

Guaranteed analysis

as declared by the manufacturer

✓Labelled complete and balanced (no recognised standard cited)

Protein32%moisture not declared, no AAFCO comparison

Fat22%moisture not declared, no AAFCO comparison

Fibre4.8%no AAFCO reference

4,214 kcal/kg≈ 1,763 kJ / 100g energy densityBrand states 4,214 kcal/kg

Moisture is not declared on the label, so no dry-matter comparison against AAFCO minimums is shown.

Taurine is an essential amino acid for cats. This product does not appear to list taurine as a supplemented ingredient. You may wish to verify with the manufacturer or your vet.

Values as declared by the manufacturer (as fed). AAFCO minimums are published on a dry-matter basis and converted using the declared moisture before comparison; the comparison is shown for context only. Consult your vet for diet decisions.

Brand transparency

Royal Canin · what the manufacturer discloses, not a rating

Recall historyon record2020: Voluntary quarantine of a prescription diet product in AU following consumer complaints. Resolved. 0 APOG consumer reports.

AS5812 accreditationnot confirmed

PFIAA membershipconfirmed

Quality certificationsconfirmedBRC · ISO 22000

Parent companydisclosedMars Petcare Australia

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1Dehydrated poultry proteins**Poultry (bird species not specified)▾

● Contextual noteA poultry ingredient where the bird species (chicken, turkey, duck, etc.) is not identified. Covers generic terms like poultry, poultry meal, poultry protein, and poultry by-products. Limits traceability compared to named species; treated as a possible chicken source for allergy checking.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

2rice**Rice / brewer's rice▾

● Contextual noteA highly digestible carbohydrate. Brewer's rice is a milling by-product but still provides nutritional value.Sources: NRC 2006

3animal fats (poultry)1 components▾

● Under research reviewGeneric animal fats without species identification. The source animal(s) cannot be confirmed, which limits traceability and is relevant for pets with food sensitivities or allergies.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions · FDA CVM documentation

The label lists this premix's contents, each piece classified on its own:

4wheat gluten**Wheat / wheat gluten▾

● Contextual noteA protein and carbohydrate source. Wheat gluten is a high-quality plant protein. Note: true gluten intolerance is uncommon in dogs compared to humans.Sources: AAFCO 2024 · NRC 2006

5vegetable fibres▾

● Contextual noteA generic term for plant-derived fibre sources. The specific source plant is not identified, limiting traceability.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

6hydrolysed animal proteins (poultry fish)1 components▾

● Under research reviewGeneric animal proteins or hydrolysed animal proteins without species identification. The source animal(s) cannot be confirmed, which limits traceability.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions · FDA CVM documentation

The label lists this premix's contents, each piece classified on its own:

7maize gluten***Corn / corn gluten meal▾

● Contextual noteA digestible carbohydrate and protein source for most dogs. Commonly characterised as filler in consumer discussions, but veterinary nutrition research supports its nutritional value.Sources: AAFCO 2024 · NRC 2006

8mineralsMinerals (generic)▾

● Standard ingredientA generic term for a mineral premix. Where the label lists the specific mineral compounds in brackets, each is shown and classified below; otherwise the individual minerals are not disclosed. European-style labels declare added trace minerals as numbered additives with doses (e.g. "E4 (copper): 10 mg").Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

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9beet pulp▾

● Beneficial (supported)A well-studied moderately fermentable fibre source associated with stool quality benefits in dogs.Sources: NRC 2006 · Fahey et al. 1990

10soya oil***Soy / soybean meal▾

● Contextual noteA plant-based protein source. Contains phytoestrogens (isoflavones). A common allergen in some pets.Sources: NRC 2006 · AAFCO 2024

11yeasts productsYeasts / yeast products (generic)▾

● Contextual noteA generic term for whole inactivated yeast or unspecified yeast-derived products (usually Saccharomyces cerevisiae). Can supply protein, B vitamins, and cell-wall fractions (MOS, beta-glucans), but the specific form and processing are not disclosed. Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions · Nutritional composition data

12fish oilEPA + DHA (marine-source omega-3)▾

● Beneficial (well-established)Marine-source omega-3 fatty acids associated with anti-inflammatory, skin/coat health, joint support, cognitive function, and cardiac and renal support in multiple peer-reviewed studies.Sources: Bauer 2011 JAVMA · NRC 2006 · Multiple RCTs in dogs for skin/joint conditionsPosition on the ingredient list suggests a moderate to small inclusion level.

13vitaminsVitamins (generic)▾

● Standard ingredientA generic term for a vitamin premix. Where the label lists the specific vitamins in brackets, each is shown and classified below; otherwise the individual vitamins are not disclosed.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

14amino acidsAmino acids (generic)▾

● Standard ingredientA generic term for an amino acid supplement blend. Where the label lists the specific amino acids in brackets, each is shown and classified below; otherwise the individual amino acids are not disclosed.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

15psyllium husksPsyllium husk▾

● Beneficial (emerging)A well-characterised soluble fibre source commonly recommended by veterinarians for digestive support.Sources: NRC 2006Position on the ingredient list suggests a moderate to small inclusion level.

16seedsSeeds (generic/unspecified)▾

● Contextual noteA generic seed declaration. Where the label names the seeds in brackets, each is shown and classified below. Unnamed seeds limit traceability and allergen assessment.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

17fructo-oligosaccharidesFOS (fructo-oligosaccharides)▾

● Beneficial (supported)A prebiotic fibre associated with gut microbiome support in published studies. Promotes beneficial bacteria growth.Sources: Swanson et al. 2002Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.

18algal oil Schizochytrium sp. (source of EPA and DHA)***2 components▾

● Beneficial (emerging)A plant-based source of DHA omega-3 derived from microalgae (often Schizochytrium sp.). Provides DHA without fish-derived ingredients.Sources: Algal oil DHA bioavailability studiesPosition on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.

The label lists this premix's contents, each piece classified on its own:

19yeasts (source of mannooligosaccharides)Yeasts / yeast products (generic)▾

20marigold mealMarigold extract (source of lutein)▾

● Beneficial (emerging)Marigold extract is a natural source of lutein, a carotenoid antioxidant. Some studies have explored lutein for eye health and immune function support in dogs and cats.Sources: Kim et al. 2000 (Journal of Nutrition) · Nutritional composition dataPosition on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.