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Acana (US) First Feast Kitten · With Free-Run Chicken & Whole Herring

Dry food · Growth & Reproduction

US formulation — recipes for the same product can differ by region.

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Furry PI's verdict

Acana First Feast Kitten doesn't hold up well under the magnifying glass. The "fish oil" on the label doesn't name its species. To be fair, chicken leads the ingredient list — the right start for an obligate carnivore. On balance, most cats are better served by stronger options — the app can suggest better-graded foods of the same type.

What's concerning

  • Contains unnamed "fish oil" — the species isn't specified.
  • A high carbohydrate load for an obligate carnivore — a cat's natural prey is almost carb-free.
  • A modest share of calories comes from protein.

What works

  • Chicken leads the ingredient list — the right start for an obligate carnivore.
  • Includes genuinely beneficial ingredients such as chicken and chicken fat.

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Nutrition from the label (as fed)

Protein36%
Fat18%
Fiber4%
Moisture10%
Ash*8%
Carbs (estimated)*24%

Label: guaranteed analysis (min/max). * not printed on the label — carbs are calculated, ash/moisture estimated from typical values. How these numbers translate into calories from protein vs carbs — and how this food scores on each pillar — is shown in the app.

Quick answers

Is Acana First Feast Kitten grain-free?
No — the label lists oat groats.
What are the first ingredients in Acana First Feast Kitten?
The label opens with chicken, chicken meal and herring meal. Ingredients are listed by weight, so the first few carry the most.
Does it contain artificial colours or preservatives?
None appear on the ingredient list.

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