Against the Grain Captain's Catch · With Sardine and Mackerel

Name: Against the Grain Captain's Catch With Sardine and Mackerel
Brand: Against the Grain

Wet food · Growth & Reproduction · Adult Maintenance

Furry PI's verdict

Against the Grain Captain's Catch holds up well under the magnifying glass. Sardine leads the ingredient list — the right start for an obligate carnivore. It isn't flawless — palm oil and carrageenan sit high on the list without being animal protein. Even so, the overall picture is good for everyday feeding.

What's concerning

Among its leading ingredients, palm oil and carrageenan aren't counted as animal protein, and the top of the list is where cats need meat most — the main thing that kept it from a higher grade.

What works

Sardine leads the ingredient list — the right start for an obligate carnivore.
A strong share of its calories comes from protein.
As a wet food, it delivers the moisture cats rarely drink on their own.

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Nutrition from the label (as fed)

Protein	10%
Fat	2%
Fiber	0.5%
Moisture	83%
Ash	4%
Carbs	0.4%

Label: guaranteed analysis (min/max). 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 Against the Grain Captain's Catch grain-free?: Yes — no grains appear on the ingredient list.
What are the first ingredients in Against the Grain Captain's Catch?: The label opens with sardine, mackerel and palm oil. 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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