Reviews of Arden Grange cat food

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1. Arden Grange feed types
2. Advantages and disadvantages of food
3. Which food should you choose for your pet?
4. Reviews of Arden Grange cat food
5. Feed cost

What is food with an unblemished reputation? This is Arden Grange cat food.

English origin, super-premium level and European popularity speak for themselves.

The manufacturing company is located in Elburn and has been specializing in animal feed for several decades.

Without intending to lower the bar, Arden Grange for cats fundamentally does not use hypoallergenic ingredients, artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.

We not only feed, but also treat – the company’s unspoken slogan.

Manufacturer

Arden Grange food has been produced on the shelves by the British company Leander International Pet Foods Ltd for decades. By looking at the company's official website - www.ardengrange.com - you can find out all the most important information about the product (history of origin, composition, line, feeding rates, etc.). Please note: the site is in English.

Initially, this brand produced food for dogs, but over time, managers decided to expand the range and developed a line of food for cats.

This company does not produce special medicinal food, but a good composition allows Arden Grange to feed both weakened and sick animals. Currently, this food is one of the thirty most popular foods not only in the UK, but also in many European countries, as well as in Russia.

history of the company

The Arden Grange brand was released just over 20 years ago - in 1996, but its history goes back to the very beginning of the 1980s, when Graham and Wendy Stephens, famous dog breeders from England, decided to found two of their own companies. One of them was organizing hotels for pets, and the second was distributing food for them. The company did not have its own feed production - it was only a seller selling feed from third-party manufacturers to large and small wholesale buyers. By 1987, the Stephens' business had grown significantly: their company began supplying feed to the UK from the USA and became one of the largest distributors not only in their homeland, but also in Ireland. And only 9 years later, the trading company had its own production and brand, as you might guess, called Arden Grange.

Feed class

Super-premium food has the following characteristics:

• it does not use corn gluten;
• the source of protein is meat and meat ingredients, and the source of carbohydrates is potatoes, barley, oats and rice (these components are less allergenic than corn and wheat);
• preservatives and antioxidants - only natural (mixture of tocopherols, rosemary);
• suitable for all categories of animals, including older ones;
• allowed for nutrition during the postoperative period;
• do not contain artificial preservatives or dyes.

As we can see, Arden Grange food meets all these requirements. It contains enough meat ingredients, more vegetables and herbs, and a good vitamin and mineral supplement.

Cellulose

The diet contains one type of fiber: beet pulp (No. 6 in the list of ingredients).

In small quantities, this component is quite acceptable and beneficial for the intestines of dogs and cats, but here beet pulp follows immediately after the first five ingredients - which means there is a lot of it in the composition, and it serves not only as a source of fiber, but also as a ballast filler.

Plant products are poorly absorbed by the body of carnivores. A large amount of fiber in the food increases the volume of the food bolus - dogs experience a deceptive feeling of fullness, but the fiber is not digested in their body and leaves it without bringing any benefit.

Range

The range of Arden Grange food is wide: there is both dry and wet food.

Types of dry food:

Adult Cat Grain-Free - food for cats older than one year with intolerance to grains. Ingredients: chicken meal (25%), fresh chicken, potatoes (26%), chicken fat, chicken egg, chicken digest, salmon fat, pea fiber (2.2%), minerals, prebiotics FOS and MOS, cranberry extract, glucosamine, MSM, chondroitin, non-cleotides, vitamins A, E, D3, minerals (calcium - 1.3%, phosphorus 0.8%), inactivated yeast, rosemary.

Adult Cat Hypoallergenic - for additional care of your pet's coat and skin. Ingredients: salmon (26%), cranberry extract, potatoes (26%), vitamins and minerals (calcium - 1.3%, phosphorus - 0.8%), salmon meal (25%), ash (7%), fiber (2.2%), beets, chondroitin sulfate.

Adult Cat Sensitive (sensitive) - for cats with a tendency to allergic reactions, dermatitis, as well as animals with impaired digestion. Ingredients: ocean fish (26%), potatoes (26%), vitamins and minerals (calcium - 2.2%, phosphorus - 1.6%), fiber (2%), fish bone meal (24%), chicken fat, glucosamine.

Adult Cat Light is a special food for spayed and neutered animals, obese and sedentary cats. Ingredients: poultry flour (22%), chicken meat (26%); potatoes (26%), starch, egg, yeast, malt extract, prebiotics, vitamins and minerals (calcium - 1.4%, phosphorus - 0.9%), cranberries.

Kitten - food for kittens, pregnant and lactating cats. The composition is identical to the composition of food for adult cats, but the percentages are reduced: chicken meal (30%), chicken (26%), potatoes (26%), egg powder, yeast, malt, cranberry, prebiotic, rosemary extract, fiber (1 .6%), phosphorus (1%), calcium (1.6%).

Wet food

Arden Grange partners canned food in chicken, turkey, salmon, turkey and duck flavours.

Feeding table

The table shows the approximate amount of food that a dog requires, taking into account its weight.

It is worth understanding that it is conditional and the following features of the pet should be taken into account:

1. Activity level.
2. Temperament. If your pet is prone to stress, it requires more calories.
3. Metabolism. Its speed varies, so the food needs of two representatives of the same breed are sometimes different.

When determining the amount of food, it is worth taking into account the appetite, quality of stool, and appearance of the animal. It is necessary to know the exact weight and give the portion in accordance with this factor. For dogs 15 kg and pets 80 kg it will be different.

Let's consider nutrition for older animals:

In order to facilitate the transition to a new type of feed, it is worth dividing its daily intake into two times, gradually increasing the share of Arden Grange. On days 1-2 it should be 25% (most of the previous nutrition), days 3-4 - 50%, days 5-6 - 75%, days 7 - 100%. When transferring, you need to reward the dog with a treat.

Compound

If you look, for example, at the food “Sensitive - Ocean White Fish and Potato” (food developed for animals with sensitive digestion), you will see the following.

Its main ingredients are fresh white fish (26%), white fish powder (24%) and whole chicken egg flour. All 3 components are of animal origin, and this is a big plus of the food, since animal protein is absorbed by the cat’s body better than plant protein.

The composition also contains potatoes: there are 26% of them in the feed. Next: fish fats (from salmon) and chicken (they are sources of unsaturated and saturated acids), pea starch (a natural thickener), as a natural sweetener - malt extract (obtained from sprouted cereal grains). As a flavoring additive - chicken digest (hydrolyzed meat processing waste). There is also a natural supplement that strengthens joints and immunity, making the coat thick.

MSM is a natural supplement that is beneficial for the skin, mucous membranes, coat, joints and immunity of the animal. It prevents the alkalization of urine and prevents the formation of kidney stones. The remaining ingredients are also useful additives.

Hazardous Ingredients

The food contains 19 main ingredients, including vitamin and mineral supplements (indicated in general terms: “minerals, vitamins”). It also contains natural preservatives - a mixture of tocopherols and rosemary extract.

The diet includes yeast extract, but the composition of the raw material is unclear from the name. The ingredient was probably added to the feed as a source of B vitamins, but since this ingredient is listed without specification, it is impossible to evaluate its quality highly.

Prebiotics FOS (fructooligosaccharides) and MOS (mannanooligosaccharides) promote gut health and normalize the balance of good and bad gut bacteria.

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In any case, the exact amount of these substances is not indicated - most likely, this is just a publicity stunt.

MSM (methylsulfanylmethane) is a useful supplement and a source of sulfur. It helps to better absorb glucosamine and chondroitin, promotes healthy joints, skin and fur of the animal, and also strengthens its immunity. The exact amount of MSM in the composition is not specified, however.

Nucleotides are short-chain proteins. The addition of this rare component to the diet is believed to have a beneficial effect on animals under metabolic stress, which can occur at any age.

The Arden Grange line of food for cats with sensitive stomachs also includes a variety of vitamin and mineral supplements. They are needed there partly due to the lack of minerals and vitamins in the raw materials, partly due to the peculiarities of the technological process for the production of dry food (this is the industry norm, and therefore is not a direct indicator of high or low quality of the diet).

Taurine, an amino acid vital for cats, is separately added to the food. However, adding it to the diet as a separate component is an indicator of the low quality of the protein components of the diet or their insufficient quantity. Since they cannot provide the cat’s body with the necessary amount of taurine, the manufacturer has to add it additionally.

Malt extract is an extract from malt, a flavor enhancer and a sweetener. The ingredient is hazardous to animal health.

Advantages and disadvantages

• Completely grain-free. This means that there are no grains in it.
• The preservatives necessary for its preservation are exclusively natural, namely, a mixture of tocopherols that is safe for animals.
• The source of protein is fish fillet and meat.
• Food of this brand is sold in almost all pet stores and animal supply corners, and it is easy to order on the Internet.
• No pests or foreign components were noticed, and the taste of the food was preserved until the end of the shelf life.

• Traces of the pesticide chlorpyrifos, an organophosphate substance used to kill harmful insects (aphids, bedbugs, etc.), were found in one of the feeds. There is a high probability that this is a simple accident, but still, you should be more careful.
• The food does not fall into the category of cheap food (compared to most similar foods).
• The amount of fat indicated on the package is less than what actually occurs.
• The value of calcium is also overestimated.
• Some Arden Grange foods contain fishmeal in appreciable quantities. This product may cause kidney and intestinal problems in particularly sensitive pets.

Expert opinion

Dusheba Vera Ivanovna

In 2010, she graduated from the Moscow State Academy of Veterinary Medicine named after K.I. Scriabin with honors, specializing in veterinary medicine. I regularly attend veterinary conferences, congresses, and webinars.

When choosing food, we strongly recommend visiting a veterinarian. A specialist will examine your pet, take tests if necessary, and, based on the results, select the most suitable product.

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Can it be given to puppies?

Arden Grange food is made to meet the ever-growing needs of puppies. For example, the weight of a German Shepherd in the first year increases by 70-90 times. Therefore, such a pet requires food with a specially selected caloric content and fat content. The food should provide the dog with energy without the risk of gaining extra pounds.

The composition contains a balanced content of phosphorus and calcium and vitamins that are needed for growth and strong bones. Calcium ensures proper blood clotting and helps in the functioning of muscles and the nervous system. Joints become healthy due to methylsulfonylmethane, chondroitin, aminoglycans. Small and medium breeds can switch to food for adults from the age of one year, and large and giant breeds from the age of 1.5.

In the period from 3 weeks to 1.5 months, you need to soak dry food in warm water at a temperature of no more than 40 degrees. Then mash thoroughly with a fork. The consistency should be like not very thick oatmeal. To make it even easier for your pets to eat, you can add a small amount of water.

To individually determine portions, you do not need to remove the remaining food immediately after eating. It is better to wait a quarter of an hour so that the dog can return to the meal if desired. You can then clean the bowl and give the excess to the adults.

Reviews from veterinarians

Maria, St. Petersburg

I have a dog kennel. The breeds are varied: from pugs to English bulldogs. I used to buy Pronature, but then they had problem stools. I bought Arden Grunge Sensitive. There are no complaints at all - no allergic reactions or other pathologies. The only drawback is that food is not easy to find. I buy from the official distributor. Nurseries receive big discounts.

Elena, Moscow

Arden Grange is truly quality food. It lacks the grain filling that many feeds have. It is very poorly absorbed in dogs. There is no chicken added to the lamb diet. It is perfect for animals prone to allergies. Don't be alarmed if your pet is reluctant to eat at first. The food does not contain flavor enhancers, so it does not immediately seem as appetizing.

Alina, Nizhny Novgorod

I am a veterinarian and often recommend Arden Grange to breeders. His dogs love him very much. It does not cause allergies, only in rare cases of individual intolerance. If your pet has stomach problems, excess weight or a tendency to gain weight, you should choose the dietary version of this food.

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Price

The best price in the “Old Farm” online store. Also available at Four Paws and Happy Pet.

Price of dry food Arden Grange for puppies and adults:

• up to 2 kg – from 900 rubles;
• 6 kg – from 1990 rubles;
• 12 kg – from 3600 rubles.

Canned food sells for 196-320 per piece.

Prices are similar to super premium meals. However, they cannot compete in all cases. As a representative of its class, it is worthy of attention. Costs vary depending on the specific store.