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Purina · Pro Plan Vital Systems · Salmon & Egg Formula

Dry food · Adult Maintenance

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This product appears to be discontinued or no longer sold — the analysis stays up for reference.

Furry PI's verdict

Our investigation turned up real problems with Purina Pro Plan Vital Systems. It contains phosphoric acid. To be fair, salmon 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 phosphoric acid — an ingredient our database flags as genuinely problematic for cats.
  • A high carbohydrate load for an obligate carnivore — a cat's natural prey is almost carb-free.
  • Several other ingredients on the label raise quality questions — the full flagged list is in the app.

What works

  • Salmon leads the ingredient list — the right start for an obligate carnivore.
  • No grains on the label.

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Nutrition from the label (as fed)

Protein40%
Fat16%
Fiber3%
Moisture12%
Ash*8%
Carbs (estimated)*21%

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 Purina Pro Plan Vital Systems grain-free?
Yes — no grains appear on the ingredient list.
What are the first ingredients in Purina Pro Plan Vital Systems?
The label opens with salmon, chicken meal and pea protein. 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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