Grandin cat food: reviews, composition analysis, price

Grandin cat food review

Dry cat food from the Grandin brand is produced in Europe, more precisely in the Czech Republic, at the industrial facilities of the company Dibag as, commissioned by the Russian company. High-quality raw materials are used for production, thanks to which industrial feed belongs to the super-premium class of feed. The full name of the product is “Grandin Holistic”.

Logo for Grandin holistic cat food

Note! This brand also produces dry and wet dog food.

The manufacturer offers a wide range of products, taking into account the individual characteristics of the pet’s body, as well as its age, breed and size. Company employees assure every potential buyer that the main advantage of Grandin is the high concentration of fresh meat in the composition; there are no artificial preservatives or harmful substances.

Composition analysis

Grandin cat food has a different composition depending on the product line. In this case, it will be considered using the example of a lamb-flavored diet for adult domestic cats.

"Grandin" (dog food): dry and canned

The main component used in the production of feed is meat and fish, as well as their by-products. These ingredients are proteins of animal origin. The manufacturer indicates that the percentage concentration of lamb meat in the feed is 25%, dried chicken meat 21%, dried lamb meat 8%, as well as 4% pork liver and 3% cod meat. Additionally, the feed composition is enriched with sardines and conger eel.

Note! The composition is high quality and quite balanced. Veterinarians and cat owners leave mostly good reviews about this manufacturer.

Potatoes are used as the main source of carbohydrates. There are no grains in the composition at all; the auxiliary component is fresh green peas. To compensate for the deficiency of polyunsaturated fatty acids in domestic cats, cold-pressed Norwegian salmon oil and chicken fat are used.

The main sources of fiber are apples and beet pulp. Chicken eggs contain a high concentration of animal protein. Brewer's yeast is a source of B vitamins. It is also worth mentioning flaxseed oil, enriched with unsaturated fatty acids and fiber.

Line of dry cat food "Grandin"

Additionally, to compensate for the pet's deficiency of vitamins, minerals, macro- and microelements, various medicinal herbs are used - chicory and ginger root, Yucca Schidigera to reduce the unpleasant odor of excrement.

Types of feed and their composition

The structure of Grandorf feed was selected to improve the health of pets, is diverse, and includes minimal volumes of grain components. Classification into the holistic group confirms the high quality of nutritional mixtures and their balance. The basis of the food is meat, the remaining percentage is supplemented with vitamins and minerals necessary for life.

Cats are offered 4 product options in an assortment for each type. They take into account the activity of the animal, age, and health status of the cats. The company offers:

• wet food;
• dry - with the addition of live probiotics;
• with a reduced amount of grains;
• without the inclusion of grain additives.

Reducing the risk of developing allergies in cats is achieved by eliminating artificial ingredients, dyes, vegetable protein, and GMOs from the food composition. Corn and wheat (the main causes of allergic reactions) are excluded from the composition. The source of carbohydrates is rice - white and brown.

For kittens

Good nutrition for small pets allows them to grow and get sick less. It should contain a sufficient amount of vitamin and mineral components. Grandorf Kitten products contain only natural ingredients:

• turkey and lamb meat;
• chicory;
• standard amount of vitamins and minerals.

The choice of dietary types of meat products is related to the digestion of babies - at a young age, kittens have a sensitive stomach, and rough food seriously harms them. The component composition is hypoallergenic and easily absorbed by the gastrointestinal tract. Chicory supplies the body with inulin, a vitamin-mineral complex that helps kittens develop their skeletal system properly. Grandorf food is introduced into the diet from the age of one month; earlier transition to independent feeding is not recommended.

For adult cats

Animals aged from one to 6 years are fed the Grandorf Indoor line. It includes turkey, lamb - low fat content and a sufficient amount of protein allows you to quickly satisfy hunger and maintain an optimal weight for your cat. The bone section is supported by phosphorus - meat is enriched with it.

The food does not cause obesity in the animal due to the small amount of lipids and natural ingredients. The sweet potato included in the composition prevents the accumulation of harmful cholesterol. Brewer's yeast and a vitamin-mineral complex improve the condition of the coat and give it a natural shine.

For spayed and neutered pets

The line for emasculated animals is presented in two types: Grandorf and Grandorf 4 Sterilized. Both options are intended for daily feeding and have differences in composition:

• Grandorf 4 Sterilized product – includes 4 types of meat, salmon oil;
• Grandorf Sterilized - contains poultry, turkey, rice cereal.

Both Grandorf products include a complete complex of vitamins, minerals, brewer's yeast, fruits and vegetables, and berries. The food is easily absorbed by the body and prevents excess body weight gain and genitourinary pathologies. Veterinarians confirm the safety of this food line for sterilized cats.

For cats with allergies

Allergic reactions in pets are quite common; the problem can be solved with the help of hypoallergenic Grandorf Sensitive food. It excludes grain crops - possible sources of non-standard reactions of the body. Diet components are presented:

• cod, herring, turkey fat;
• flaxseed, brewer's yeast;
• fruit and berry crops;
• sweet potatoes, krill.

Balanced food specially designed for cats with food allergies. It contains the required amount of acids, vitamins, minerals, zinc, and phospholipids.

Pros and cons of cat food from a European manufacturer

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Food for kittens "Grandin", despite a large number of positive reviews, has not only advantages, but also disadvantages. Before giving preference to one or another product, it is strongly recommended that you first familiarize yourself with the pros and cons of industrial formulations.

The benefits of Grandin cat food include:

• composition enriched with high-quality vitamin and mineral supplements;
• the main source of animal protein is fish and meat components;
• The composition does not contain cereals - wheat, corn, oats, etc., since they quite often provoke the development of allergic reactions in animals.

As for the disadvantages, the following should be highlighted:

• “Grandin” cannot be classified as inexpensive food; in comparison with analogues, the cost is even slightly higher;
• You can purchase the product only in pet stores of the “Four Paws” chain;
• it is not indicated which preservatives were used in the production of the product (the list of ingredients only says “Technological additives: preservatives, antioxidants”).

Composition of Grandin dry food for cats

Note! The manufacturer has been providing its products to the market for a long time, but cat food was introduced relatively recently.

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Dietary recommendations

Gemon (food for cats and kittens): description and composition

Historically, cats originated from the arid southern regions. They are an obligate predator that has adapted to feed on whole carcasses of small animals. Knowledge of this feature allows us to note the basic principles of cat nutrition. So:

• Cats are comfortable eating small portions, but often.
• Cats do not like to drink, so quite often they refuse to drink clean water from clean dishes.
• The cat's body does not digest carbohydrates of plant origin well, even after the products have been subjected to heat treatment.
• These animals are extremely conservative in their choice of food.

When choosing a diet, it is important to take into account the individual characteristics of each specific animal, as well as its breed, weight and age.

Proper diet for domestic cats

There are three types of diet for pets: homemade, dry and wet. Most owners prefer a combination of both. It is important to follow certain rules and recommendations:

• You cannot give different types of food to an animal at the same time. For example, put wet food and croquettes into a bowl at the same time, or mix cottage cheese into dry food.
• The organs of the gastrointestinal tract of cats adapt to the food they receive regularly. The term “regularly” means every day. It follows that if an animal is mixed-fed, then every day at the same time in the same quantity it should receive different feeds. For example, in the first half of the day, dry food is placed in a bowl, making up 60% of the daily ration, and in the afternoon, in the late afternoon, wet food in the amount of 40%.
• Each component of the diet must fully meet the animal’s requirements and be balanced. For example, you cannot feed an animal only dry food and chicken fillet just because the pet loves it. Ultimately, this will lead to an imbalance of substances in the body.

If a cat owner has difficulty developing a diet on his own, it is better to contact a veterinarian nutritionist. They will take into account all the necessary characteristics of the animal, as well as its needs.

Chain of pet stores "Four Paws"

Note! Most food manufacturers indicate on their packaging the optimal combination of dry and wet formulations.

How to buy Grandin food and how much it will cost

For now, you can only purchase the holistic product from the Four Paws chain of pet stores. The average cost for 400 g of dry food is 360 rubles, 1.5 kg - at least 1150 rubles.

Cat food "Grandin" has not yet become widespread on the Russian market, since it went on sale relatively recently. However, veterinarians note the excellent quality of production and balanced composition, which provides the animal’s body with all the necessary elements for normal life. Perhaps the biggest drawback is the high cost.

Range

The manufacturer offers dry complete food for cats and cats, which can be supplemented with wet pouches or canned food if desired. The variety of assortment allows you to choose food for your pet, taking into account age and physiological characteristics. But Grandin’s assortment does not include medicinal, dietary or other special diets.

Dry diets

The production of Grandin dry food is based in the Czech Republic. Here we produce complete products designed for cats and kittens depending on age:

1. Kitten with chicken for kittens (up to 12 months), pregnant and lactating cats.
2. Sterilized with chicken for sterilized cats and neutered cats.
3. Adult with beef for adult animals (1-7 years).
4. Indoor with lamb for pets (1-7 years).
5. Senior with lamb and rabbit for animals over 7 years old.

Each of the presented products is available in three packaging options: 400 g, 1.5 kg and 10 kg. Thanks to a convenient clasp, the packaging is hermetically sealed, so the product is not exposed to air and does not spread odors in the storage area.

Canned food

The production of Grandin canned food is located in Germany. The line includes 4 canned food options recommended for feeding adult animals

1. Chicken fillet.
2. Turkey fillet with tuna.
3. Chicken fillet with tuna.
4. Chicken fillet with shrimp.

Canned food contains 55% meat ingredients and is available in 70 g cans. The manufacturer recommends using them as a supplement to the main diet of animals.

In addition, wet diets are presented in packs of 85 g. Each of them is a monoprotein product based on one source of meat:

• For kittens with chicken.
• For adult animals with chicken or veal.
• For sterilized animals with turkey or lamb.
• For animals over 7 years old with beef.