Features of Whiskas cat food

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Despite all the words of veterinarians, some people still continue to wonder whether Whiskas is harmful for cats. There is only one answer to it, it is not just harmful, but extremely harmful. The arguments of some owners that their pets have been living on Whiskas for several years and are still alive are erroneous. The fact is that the body of a young pet first copes with all the harm that nutrition causes, and developing diseases have not yet had time to manifest themselves outwardly; but this does not mean that their cat will live its required 15-20 years.

When Whiskas is the main, and worse, the only food, with such feeding only some very strong individuals live to be 10 years old, while the rest of the cats on such a menu die at 5-7 years of age from serious diseases that cause the pet such severe suffering that euthanasia is the most humane solution.

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general information

Whiskas is an economy class food produced by the American company Mars. The company has been producing cat products since 1958. During this time, Whiskas became widespread on the market and became world famous, but not very positive reviews from veterinarians.

Cats eat with pleasure and love this food; many owners note that it is quite difficult to wean their pet off Whiskas. Couldn't this be an indicator of good selection and quality? Before deciding whether Whiskas is beneficial or harmful to your pet’s body, you must carefully study the composition of the product and draw the appropriate conclusions. After analyzing the composition, it will become clear whether it is possible to feed a cat Whiskas.

Pros and cons of Whiskas food

As mentioned above, Whiskas food is produced in dry and wet form, giving kitten owners a choice. But only the owner, and not his pet, can discover any advantages in food that belongs to the economy class. And the statement “your pussy would buy Whiskas” has nothing to do with the truth. A kitten who eats budget food with great appetite does so only because of the presence of various chemicals in it, which cause gradual addiction to this food and a desire to eat it. It's similar to how people get addicted to drugs.

According to kitten owners, the advantages of Whiskas include:

• Ease of feeding. If you don’t have enough time, feeding your kitten with ready-made food is very convenient; you only need to spend a couple of minutes on the whole process. Since the food is already ready, all you need to do is open the pack and put it in a bowl. Even a child can cope with feeding a kitten.
• Avoiding food spoilage. Those who have a kitten left alone for the whole day put a portion of dry food in a bowl designed for this time, and can rest assured that the food will not spoil and the kitten will not be poisoned after eating it.
• Eating food with gusto. A kitten may adore Whiskas, but not for its quality composition, but for the chemical components contained in the food in large quantities.
• Low cost of feed. The kitten owner may like this because he won't have to spend a lot of money on his pet. But this is only an appearance, but in fact, having carefully calculated the funds spent on the purchase of ready-made food, it will become clear that natural food will be much cheaper.

As for the disadvantages of Whiskas, they are associated with the condition of the kitten. If he feeds only on it, his health will be undermined in a short time. An animal that grew up on such food will no longer be able to live a full life, even if the owner later switches it to feeding high-quality natural food.

So, the main disadvantages are:

• Bad composition. He will not be able to saturate the kitten with the required amount of proteins, microelements and vitamins, so with such a diet there will be no full development. And if the kitten grows well outwardly, then its insides are still not formed correctly. Sooner or later, problems will begin with the baby's health.
• Presence of addictive chemical components. Eating only Whiskas, the kitten gets used to these substances, and then it will be very difficult to switch it to nutritious food.
• Development of urolithiasis. This is due to an increase in the level of mineral salts in the urine. Normally, a kitten should drink a glass of water after eating 100 g of food. But it is clear that this is impossible, and the baby gradually begins to develop this disease from childhood.

What's in stock

The Whiskas food range includes both dry and wet food. The dry product is mainly represented by pillows with milk or pate filling. Wet food has a much greater variety - the manufacturer produces jelly, stew, pate, cream soup and other products. The manufacturer recommends feeding your pet wet food in the morning and evening, and dry food during the day. The main thing is not to mix different types in one bowl.

The division also concerns the age principle. You can choose separate food for a kitten, an adult cat, and also for an older pet. This division makes it possible to take into account all the nutritional characteristics of animals at different ages. Kittens require a higher intake of protein, vitamin D and calcium for the normal development of the musculoskeletal system. Elderly pets require additional intake of chondroprotectors from food, as well as a different ratio of macronutrients.

For adult pets

Products for adult pets are represented in several lines. First of all, this concerns the division by age. The body of a 3-year-old cat is significantly different from that of an 8-year-old cat, which is also due to the special needs of older pets. Whiskas takes these features into account and produces separate products for adult cats (up to 7 years) and elderly cats (after 7 years).

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The line for adult pets is represented by the following products:

1. Wet food in the form of a stew. It comes in turkey, fish, rabbit, beef and lamb flavors. Flavors can be combined.
2. Mini fillet of chicken, rabbit or beef.
3. Cream soup with beef or chicken flavor.
4. Jelly with meat or fish.
5. Pads with pate filling.
6. Pate with the taste of poultry, fish or beef.

Separately, Whiskas has a line for sterilized and neutered pets. It is presented only as dry food in the form of pads with different fillings. Such nutrition allows you to take into account the pet’s condition and its changing needs. Therefore, before spaying or neutering your pet, take care of switching to a new diet.

For kittens

Whiskas for small kittens can also be presented in several types:

1. Wet food in the form of jelly. It comes in turkey or veal flavor.
2. Stew with lamb, salmon, chicken.
3. Chicken pate.
4. Dry pads with milk filling and turkey flavor.

You can feed a kitten with such products from the age of one month. Until this period, the kitten should be fed exclusively on mother's milk. After 1 year, the pet is transferred to adult food.

Benefits and harms of economical food for cats

Fluffies are usually delighted with such food and gobble it up with pleasure.
The main advantage of Whiskas is its availability and low price per pack. It is very tasty for cats and they eat it with pleasure, quickly getting full. The owner does not need to spend time preparing food for the pet or developing its diet. Dry food lasts a long time. A wide range will allow you to choose a diet for pets with special needs.

Disputes about the dangers and benefits of Whiskas continue constantly. Doctors believe that these products cannot provide a pet with a balanced diet, since they consist of plant proteins and contain very little meat. In addition, the abundance of food additives and dyes harms the cat’s gastrointestinal tract. The American Veterinary Association has obtained information that the food is made from poor quality by-products, meat from the corpses of killed or euthanized animals, so there is no talk of benefits. After regularly consuming Whiskas in their pads, many cats develop urolithiasis. Liquid cat food in pouches is less harmful, but expensive. Pets quickly get used to the food and refuse natural food, and it is impossible to combine homemade food with factory-made food.

What you need to know about the composition

The composition is the first thing you need to pay attention to when choosing a diet for your pet. Important factors are the quantity and quality of protein, the percentage of meat, the presence of harmful substances (flavors, flavor enhancers), sources of carbohydrates and fats, and the presence of additional nutrients.

Below is an analysis of the composition of Whiskas pillows with pate (salmon):

1. The total amount of protein is 36 g (per 100 g of product).
2. Proteins of animal origin are represented by the following components: poultry flour (without indicating a specific source and percentage), fish flour (up to 4%), shrimp flour (up to 4%), chicken and pork liver (without indicating a percentage).
3. Carbohydrates are represented by wheat flour and a small amount of rice (again, without specifying their quantity).
4. The fat component is represented by animal fat (source not specified) and vegetable oil.
5. Additionally contains vitamins, minerals and brewer's yeast.

Types of Whiskas feed

The company produces 4 types of food: for kittens (from 1 to 12 months), for adult cats (from 1 to 7 years), for older animals (over 7 years) and for sterilized pets. Additionally, they produce products from the “Appetizing Mix” line. They produce both spiders and granulated dry food.

The company is ready to offer many different types of food, but in reality there are no significant differences between them

The lines contain only everyday ready-made diets. There are no medicinal feeds. The composition of different products from the same line differs slightly, so it is not advisable to consider the list of ingredients for each ready-made diet.

Kitten food

The line of food for kittens includes spiders and pads with filling. The first option is better, because it is easier for animals to digest a wet product.

Dry food

Whiskas pads for kittens with carrots, turkey and milk are suitable for animals from 2 to 12 months. This is due to their texture and relatively high fat content. It is not recommended to give dry food to small kittens under 2 months, as the dense consistency will cause digestive upset. As a last resort, the granules are first soaked so that the stomach and mouth are less injured by dry pieces. After 12 months, it is recommended to switch your pet to a different diet so as not to cause the development of obesity.

Cardboard packaging is not completely sealed and allows air to pass through, so this is a controversial decision

The composition includes the following ingredients:

• Wheat flour;
• animal flour: poultry meal, turkey meal (at least 4% turkey in yellow, brown and red granules), meat and bone meal;
• rice;
• protein plant extracts;
• animal fat;
• sunflower oil;
• Brewer's yeast;
• vegetables (including carrots at least 4% in yellow, brown and red granules);
• dairy products (including milk powder, minimum 4% in pillows);
• vitamins;
• minerals and taurine.

The manufacturer claims the following benefits of the formula:

1. Strengthening the immune system. The composition contains zinc and vitamin E, which help the kitten’s body synthesize its own antibodies after the loss of maternal antibodies obtained with milk.
2. Improving the condition of coat and skin. Zinc, vitamins A and E, as well as omega-6 unsaturated fatty acids help increase the production of skin secretions. The lipid film retains moisture in the skin and acts as a lubricant, enhancing the shine of the coat.
3. Strengthening vision. Taurine and vitamin A promote normal organ development and prevent the development of eye pathologies.
4. Improved bone health. Calcium and phosphorus strengthen the musculoskeletal system. The risk of fracture is reduced.
5. Normalization of digestion. Plant ingredients (cereals and carrots) contain fiber, which enhances peristalsis and prevents constipation.
6. Cleansing the oral cavity. Dry granules help remove plaque and prevent the formation of tartar.

There are 2 packaging options: 350 g and 1.9 kg. Large packages are more economical, but with slow consumption, the food will begin to deteriorate due to contact with air. For small kittens, it is more advisable to purchase packages of 350 g.

I would not give my kitten this food. I am personally familiar with cases where animals developed pancreatitis after such feeding. Childhood is an important period for a kitten’s body. At this time, the formation of many internal systems is completed, so the animal requires enough nutrients. There are too few of them in Whiskas products. The balance is artificially brought to normal with the help of mineral supplements, fats and vegetable protein, but in fact the nutritional value is low. There is almost no meat. This is the same as feeding a cat machine oil, calfskin and millet: it looks like there are carbohydrates, proteins and fats, but there is zero benefit.

Wet food

Wet food can be given to animals from 1 month. The increased water content and soft consistency facilitate digestion. The line contains the following products:

• lamb stew;
• chicken stew;
• salmon stew;
• veal jelly;
• turkey jelly;
• chicken pate.

Feeds differ in texture. Ragout consists of pieces of meat with a liquid sauce. The gravy in jelly is thicker. The paste is homogeneous in consistency.

It’s easier for kittens to eat wet food because it’s easier to chew it with their baby teeth

The composition differs slightly, so for example, consider the list of ingredients for chicken stew. The food contains the following components:

• meat and offal (including chicken at least 4%);
• cereals;
• vegetable oil;
• taurine;
• vitamins;
• minerals.

The manufacturer claims the following advantages:

1. The presence of vitamin E in the composition. Tocopherols are essential for the proper functioning of the immune system and the maintenance of optimal skin and coat condition. Vitamin E is involved in the synthesis of new cells and enhances the production of sebaceous secretions.
2. Presence of calcium. The mineral helps strengthen bones and teeth.
3. High content of zinc and omega-6. The substances cause increased activity of the excretory glands, which protects the skin from drying out and peeling.
4. The presence of taurine and vitamin A. Useful substances are necessary for the formation of visual organs.

Wet food for kittens contains more fat, so it can be used to feed malnourished animals.

Cats are not able to synthesize taurine from other compounds on their own, so it must be present in the food.

Spiders weigh 85 g. Sometimes you can find packages of several packs on sale. This allows you to save a little due to a discount for bulk purchases.

Large packages are more common in online stores

Not the best option for a kitten. The manufacturer suggests giving ready-made diets from 1 month, i.e. practically as the first complementary food. Once, due to my own inexperience, I offered such food to a street kitten I took home. He started vomiting. If there are no other options, it is advisable to give spiders to animals only after 2 months, when digestion has improved a little. Until this point, even a single feeding can cause serious disruption, including dehydration due to vomiting and diarrhea. In some cases this leads to death.

Food for adult cats

Food for adult cats is available in 2 versions: wet and dry. It is recommended to give granules only to those animals that independently comply with the drinking regime and do not suffer from diseases of the genitourinary system. A cat should consume at least 20–40 ml per 1 kg of weight per day.

Dry food

The company produces pate pillows in 3 flavors: salmon, chicken and turkey, and beef and rabbit. Generally speaking, the food is suitable for healthy animals from 1 to 7 years old.

The range of wet and dry Whiskas food for adult animals is the widest

The composition of different products is identical. Minor differences are associated with the types of meat used. For example, consider the composition of pillows with beef and rabbit meat. The list of ingredients contains the following components:

• Wheat flour;
• animal flour: poultry meal, beef meal, lamb meal, rabbit meal (beef, lamb and rabbit at least 4% in red-brown granules);
• plant protein extracts;
• cereals;
• animal fats and vegetable oils;
• dried chicken and pork liver;
• Brewer's yeast;
• beet pulp;
• carrot;
• mineral and vitamin mixtures.

The benefits declared by the manufacturer are the same: the presence of vitamins and minerals in the composition, strengthening the immune system and bones, supporting the development of the visual organs, etc. There are 3 packaging options: packages of 350 g, 800 g, 1.9 kg and 5 kg.

One day, a neighbor who had 2 cats at home came to me for advice. She said that the pets were in terrible condition and asked for help. The animals' fur fell out in clumps, leaving bald patches with itchy red spots. The skin came off in layers. There was no dandruff only on the stomach. I advised her to contact a veterinarian, but during the conversation it turned out that the neighbor gives her cats Whiskas food. She was very surprised to find out that this was one of the worst products, and the next day she began switching the animals to a super premium diet. During the examination, the veterinarian said that this was a severe allergy and supported the decision to change the food. After 2 weeks, the cats stopped scratching themselves until they bled, and the spots disappeared. After a month, the wounds healed, and hair began to grow on the bald areas.

Wet food

Based on consistency, wet food is divided into stews, pates, jellies, cream soups and mini-fillets. The cream soup additionally includes plant-based dry cream. The mini fillet has a consistency similar to stew. Flavorings include salmon, trout, veal, beef, turkey, etc.

There are no fundamental differences in composition, so for example, let’s look at jelly with turkey and vegetables. The list of ingredients contains the following items:

• meat and offal (including turkey at least 4%);
• vegetables (carrots at least 4%);
• cereals;
• taurine;
• vitamins;
• minerals.

The benefits declared by the manufacturer are the same. One spider weighs 85 g.

On average, pets need 2-3 spiders to get enough food

I am glad that the composition contains animal products in the first place, but I would not rush to boldly call this a full-fledged plus. Once upon a time, a friend of mine worked at one of the factories producing economy-class feed. She said that if people knew what was included in such products, they would never buy ready-made diets in their lives. I don’t know whether to believe it or not, but the general definitions (“meat,” “offal,” “turkey,” “vegetables,” and “grains”) are confusing. Among the same offal there may be liver, kidneys or hearts, as well as bladders or intestines. Many super-premium and holistic food manufacturers specify a specific type of ingredient. In the case of Whiskas products, everything is not so transparent. This makes you think: if everything in the composition was good, the manufacturer would have nothing to hide.

Food for older cats

The line of food for older cats is smaller: it contains only one granular product and 3 types of spiders. Ready-made diets are suitable for animals over 7 years old.

Dry food

The only representative is pillows with poultry pate. Theoretically, the porous texture with soft contents helps reduce stress on the teeth. The pet has to make less effort to break the granule, which partially prevents damage to the enamel and roots.

Your pet does not need to be switched to a different diet if it receives vitamin and mineral supplements as prescribed by a veterinarian

The food contains the following ingredients:

• Wheat flour;
• animal meal: poultry meal (minimum 4% in brown granules), meat and bone meal;
• protein plant extracts;
• rice;
• animal fat;
• sunflower oil;
• Brewer's yeast;
• vitamins;
• minerals and taurine.

The manufacturer claims that the composition contains glucosamine, which is necessary to maintain healthy joints. One of the advantages is a special formula to improve appetite, but the composition of the product is identical to others. Buyers can only guess what exactly keeps animals interested in the product. Most likely, these are artificial flavors that do not provide any benefit, but can cause harm. Theoretically, the caloric content of the food is lower than that of others, since weight maintenance is stated among the benefits, but the manufacturer does not disclose the nutritional value of the product on the website.

Large packages are not available for sale. The food is produced in small cardboard packs of 350 g.

The lack of specifics and general formulations cause distrust in the company. For example, the manufacturer claims that dry food helps clean teeth from plaque. For this purpose, special porous granules are produced that do not crack when pressed with fangs, but fall inside. Because of this feature, surrounding particles clean the surface of the tooth down to the roots. I specifically conducted a small experiment. In the case of Whiskas food, nothing like this was observed: the cat simply bit into the granules while eating. Perhaps the manufacturer is not lying, because such a product also cleans the tips of the fangs, but it is difficult to call this complete care. To prevent the cat from losing teeth in old age, owners will have to additionally use a special brush for animals.

Wet food

The company produces 3 types of wet food for older animals: chicken stew, lamb stew and veal pate. The composition is almost identical, however, in the pate the proportion of the declared meat component is much higher compared to analogues: 24% versus 10% and 4% in different types of stews. It also contains no grains.

It is recommended that older animals be given wet food to reduce the stress on the teeth and gastrointestinal tract.

For example, consider the composition of lamb stew. The list of components mentions the following items:

• meat and offal (including lamb at least 4%);
• cereals;
• vegetable oil;
• taurine;
• vitamins;
• minerals.

The benefits are the same as other foods. The only fundamental difference is the presence of glucosamine and components (possibly flavorings) to enhance appetite.

Food for sterilized animals

The line contains only dry food. There are 2 flavors available to choose from: chicken and veal.

The absence of wet food in the line for sterilized animals is a questionable decision

For example, consider the composition of chicken feed:

• Wheat flour;
• animal flour (including chicken flour at least 4% in brown granules);
• protein plant extracts;
• rice;
• animal fats and vegetable oils;
• dried chicken and pork liver;
• Brewer's yeast;
• vitamins and minerals.

The manufacturer states that the finished diet contains the optimal ratio of substances to maintain the health of the urinary system. However, the company does not specify what exactly helps maintain the normal state of internal organs. The composition does not differ from similar products. Perhaps the special feature of the food is its low salt content, but when it comes to the health of your pet, you don’t want to guess, but to know for sure. The product is available in packages of 350 g, 1.9 kg and 5 kg.

I don’t know how food for sterilized animals differs from regular food, but I suspect it’s only in name. I personally know of 2 cases where cats developed urolithiasis after such a diet, and I regularly encounter negative comments and reviews. After my pet was neutered, the veterinarian told me what the diet should be. If this is a ready-made diet, then it should contain a minimum of salt (only for the natural needs of the body and to preserve moisture), the presence of natural preservatives and additives to normalize the acidity of urine is welcome. It is advisable to prefer wet food, since the liquid promotes timely emptying of the bladder and prevents the increase in the saturation of urine with minerals. This prevents the formation of stones. Whiskas dry food does not meet these criteria, so it is not recommended to give it to animals after sterilization or castration.

Line “Appetizing mix”

The line includes 4 types of wet food: chicken and duck with cheese sauce, lamb and beef with cream sauce, poultry and beef with tomato jelly and shrimp with salmon and cream sauce. The composition is almost identical. The main difference is the flavoring additives. Depending on the type of food, it can be cheese or tomato powder, as well as a milk-containing product.

Tomato jelly with beef and poultry contains the following ingredients:

• meat and offal (including poultry and beef);
• cereals;
• vegetable oil;
• tomato powder;
• taurine;
• vitamins;
• minerals.

The “Appetizing Mix” line of food differs from similar products only in the presence of flavoring additives and, possibly, the percentage of components. While other ready-made diets indicate minimum contents of certain ingredients, these products do not contain specific information.

Advantages and disadvantages of diets

The advantages include the availability of Whiskas. This applies not only to the low cost, but also to the fact that the product can be bought in any store.

The disadvantages of this product include the following:

1. Low content of animal proteins. In addition, the label does not indicate the specific amount and source (is it meat or just offal). This makes the food of poor quality and is the main reason why it should not be used as a daily diet.
2. Insufficient amount of meat (no more than 4%).
3. Contains grains that can cause allergic reactions or indigestion.
4. The composition does not indicate the percentage of almost all components. One can only guess how much meat is contained and how much is grains.

“Whiskas” cannot be called a high-quality food; it is quite possible that its use may have a negative impact on the pet’s health.

The main advantage is low cost, which is why many owners prefer this product.

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Cost and replacement feed

Prices for Whiskas products are more than fair. On average, a kilogram of dry food costs 130-140 rubles. Spiders cost about 20 rubles. per package. Veterinarians do not recommend changing the diet unless there is an indication for it. If the need arises, it makes no sense to take economy class products, especially since among the premium ones there are rations of similar prices.

Read this review article about the best wet cat food.

Foods that are often chosen as a replacement

Why you shouldn’t feed kittens and adult cats only wet food

In their natural environment, cats eat meat and offal. Their body is adapted to digesting hard food. When eating softened foods, the gastrointestinal tract is the first to suffer. Due to the unusual consistency and lack of natural muscle stimulation, peristalsis is disrupted. Many cats are constipated, and some experience diarrhea and indigestion. In both cases, irritation of the mucous membranes with feces occurs, increasing the risk of developing intestinal diseases.

Wet food is harmful not only to the stomach and intestines, but also to the teeth. The cat's jaw is adapted to tearing small pieces from game. Pets do not chew well, so they swallow the crushed pieces almost entirely. This does not promote natural cleaning of the fangs. In the case of dry food, this problem is partially solved with the help of porous granules, which remove plaque at least from the ends. When eating wet food, oral diseases develop faster.

The first symptoms of deteriorating dental health are the appearance of stones near the roots and redness of the gums

In cats and cats, paraanal glands are located near the anus, which help leave scent territorial marks. This happens through the release of secretions during defecation. Liquid leaves the sacs after exposure to solid stool. When feeding on wet food, feces become less formed. As a result of the lack of stimulation, the secretion accumulates in the sacs, the fluid stagnates, and the cavity stretches. Inflammation occurs. When infected, fistulas form. In later stages it can be fatal. I once had the opportunity to personally observe problems associated with poor nutrition. A neighbor's cat's glands first became inflamed at age 2

At first no one paid attention. It became obvious that something was wrong with the animal when a huge fistula formed in the back

The cat was cured, but from time to time the owners now have to take him to the veterinarian for manual cleaning of the anal glands, because sometimes they become inflamed again. In addition, due to a long course of antibiotics, the pet developed stomach problems.

Inflammation of the paraanal glands can be unilateral or symmetrical

Eating wet food is allowed only in exceptional cases. For example, mousses are given to small kittens at 3-6 weeks as the first complementary food before switching to a natural menu or granules. At first, babies are fed only pates, then they gradually begin to accustom them to a different consistency. Otherwise, the baby’s stomach adapts to only one type of food, and disorders will inevitably arise. Pouches and mousses are sometimes given to animals that have dental problems to avoid injury to the fangs and gums during eating. Wet food is offered after surgery and during exacerbation of inflammatory diseases to prevent soft tissue irritation and dehydration.

Whiskas cat food - reviews

This food has long been present on the shelves of Russian supermarkets and pet stores, and is also actively advertised on TV and beyond. Therefore, many people managed to try it and there are a lot of reviews about Whiskas on the Internet. Below we publish a few of the ones we found.

Reviews from veterinarians

Evgenia Valerievna, a doctor from the Zoovet clinic, writes in response to a question about Whiskas:

Good afternoon Whiskas is certainly not the best food for cats. It is believed that the high content of flavors in economy class food makes it so attractive to animals, so try to switch your cat to a higher quality food. Taking into account the history of urolithiasis, medicinal food is most likely also needed. To prescribe a suitable diet, I recommend taking a urine test.

Customer Reviews

Alya writes:

Hi all! Today I’m writing a review about food for our little brothers, for cats! I feed my cat natural food, but I always keep dry food in stock. Sometimes I’m not at home for a long time and in such cases you can add dry food for the whole day in advance so that the cat doesn’t go hungry.

I usually buy Purina One, but last time I bought Whiskas. The cat reacted unusually to it, ate it very appetizingly and then hovered around the bag asking for more. The food clearly contains strong flavoring and aroma additives.

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Writes IRINA-NIK (source):

In a conversation with my friend, I find out that he was at the factory where Whiskas is made, and so, all the ingredients there are natural, the only difference is that the percentage of protein in Whiskas is lower. The same goes for other indicators. By the way, Whiskas and ROYAL CANIN® are products of MARS. Only premium class and masses, that's all.

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A user with the nickname NewSky writes:

Cat food "Whiskas" stew is very expensive in price, almost 20 rubles per bag. But its quality is noticeably better. Already, as soon as you take Whiskas food in your hands, you feel that the bag itself is pleasant to the touch, soft. It opens easily and is rarely not along the line, i.e., it does not tear askew, as happens with other feeds, for example, with Kitekat.

The smell is really strong and disgusting. In general, the smell of Whiskas canned food surprised me: it smells like dry food, with such a pungent, pungent odor. This is the first time I've seen this. More precisely, I smell it. However, the food itself looks fine, with solid pieces of meat, and the sauce does not spread from it. Sometimes even all the food comes out of the bag in one slab, like Felix.

The cat eats and purrs with joy, but there were no consequences after the “Whiskas” stew. Although it seemed to me that the cat is not very full of Whiskas, since after a bag she immediately asks for more, although I have not observed this with other foods.

And the composition is chemical-free. I take different flavors, but they all smell the same. As for the price. Thus, I recommend "Whiskas" stew for cats.

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Composition analysis

If you read the composition of the food indicated on its packaging, there are no attractants listed. This is what is described in “Whiskas for Kittens”: wheat flour, bone flour, poultry meat ground into flour - 4%, animal fats, plant extracts, vegetables - carrots, milk powder, vitamins and minerals. The manufacturer puts a seal - “recommended by the Association of Practicing Veterinarians.” The packaging also contains information about the absence of artificial additives that enhance the taste and flavor of the food.

Composition of the dry type of Whiskas in question: animal fat, ground wheat, poultry by-products, corn gluten, corn, choline chloride, flavoring additives (turkey and chicken) of natural origin, salt, rice, taurine, brewer's yeast, Vitamins A, B6 and B12 ,E, D and D3, potassium iodide, zinc sulfate, folic acid, magnesium sulfate, calcium carbonate.

In other words, the use of various discarded offal (beaks, fat, heads, kidneys, hooves, intestines, lungs, spleen, tendons, horns, blood) is always practiced in the production of food for mass demand. These ingredients contain concentrations of hormonal substances, carcinogens, antibiotics and tumor formations, including malignant ones.

Dry food with Whiskas chicken: to preserve nutrients in the diet, manufacturers often add special components. For example, the preservative ethoxykin has the task of increasing the shelf life and preserving micronutrients. This component has not been found to have any harmful effects on animals, which is why it is not prohibited by the FDA (USA).

Sodium nitrite (trade name E250) is a food preservative for adding to industrial products for indoor animals. The concentrate does not affect the body, but its pure form in large dosages can cause poisoning. Absorbed into the blood from the stomach, nitrites do not allow oxygen to move and bind hemoglobin. But this reaction is possible only with the absorption of a concentrated dose of the preservative.

Reviews from veterinarians describe diseases caused in cats by immune weakening, which occurs due to improperly selected food for the pet.

There is more information on the American Whiskas packaging (this is established at the legislative level). Let's get acquainted with the composition of Meaty Selections (Whiskas meat selection): protein - up to 36%, animal fat - 14%, fiber - up to 5%, moisture - 13%, phosphorus - 1%, calcium - about 2%, zinc -160 mg per 1 kg, chondroitin sulfate – 310 mg per 1 kg, linoleic acid – 1.5%. Responsible for the nervous state, vision and function of the heart and blood vessels, immunity taurine -0.2%. Vitamins A - 12000 units per 1 kg, E - 160 units. per 1 kg. Glucose (410 mg per 1 kg), like chondroitin, is needed to prevent diseases of cartilage surfaces and bones, to strengthen ligaments and joints. First of all, such components are recommended for representatives of the British breed for development and growth.

About the negative aspects of using Whiskas, they also note the lack of specific indications and numerical quantities of meat components, preservatives and organic dyes. Commonly found additives in cat foods are butylated hydroxyanisole and butylated hydroxytoluene, which are not used in human foods. Their use is necessary for quality and shelf life extension.

Pros: low price, wide distribution in all stores (retail chains and very small stores), availability of a vitamin-mineral complex, rich assortment - wet food, pate, dry food and treats.