Classic Weight & Mature Care Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food
Verified May 24, 2026
This is a lower-fat, higher-fiber dry food designed for adult and senior cats who need help maintaining a healthy weight. It uses chicken, chicken meal, and turkey meal as the main protein sources, with brown rice, barley, and some legumes for carbohydrates and fiber. Added taurine, omega fatty acids, probiotics, and antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables round out the formula for everyday maintenance in older or less active cats.
Overall, this is a well-balanced, moderate-calorie dry food that suits adult and senior cats, especially those who are prone to weight gain or are less active. It offers good-quality, named animal proteins with controlled fat (8–10%) and higher fiber to help with satiety. The legume content is moderate and there are multiple animal proteins, so it’s best for cats without known food allergies who do well on a mixed-protein diet.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Named animal proteins (chicken, chicken meal, turkey meal) appear at the top of the ingredient list, providing good-quality protein with a solid 34% protein level for a dry senior/weight-care formula.
- Fat is relatively low (8–10%) with added fiber sources like powdered cellulose and tomato pomace, which can help support weight control and help cats feel fuller on fewer calories.
- Includes added taurine, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, and a range of vitamins and minerals appropriate for adult maintenance, plus probiotics (Lactobacillus and Enterococcus species) and chicory root for digestive support.
- Formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for adult maintenance, so it provides complete and balanced nutrition for adult and senior cats not in growth or reproduction stages.
Considerations
- Contains several common animal protein allergens (chicken, turkey, duck, salmon), so it’s not a good choice for cats with known sensitivities to poultry or fish.
- Uses peas, faba beans, and potato protein as part of the carbohydrate and protein mix; while generally safe for cats, these plant proteins may slightly dilute the proportion of protein coming from animal sources.
- Fiber is on the higher side at up to 8%, which is helpful for weight control but may be too much for some cats with very sensitive digestion, potentially leading to softer stools in a minority of cats.
Full Ingredient List
Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.
Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.
Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
02
Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
03
Turkey
Turkey is commonly used as a primary animal protein in dog and cat foods, offering highly digestible, high‑quality protein and supplying essential amino acids along with B vitamins, phosphorus and zinc to support muscle maintenance and metabolism. Its fat level varies by cut so products can be lean or richer; some pets may develop allergies to poultry, cooked bones are hazardous, raw meat carries bacterial risk, and owners should rely on balanced commercial formulations (and ensure adequate taurine for cats) if turkey is a main ingredient.
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Brown Rice
Brown rice is a whole-grain carbohydrate and fiber ingredient commonly used in dog and cat foods to provide digestible energy, dietary fiber, and modest amounts of B‑vitamins and minerals; it typically offers more nutrients and fiber than white rice. It’s generally well tolerated and can help with sensitive stomachs, but because it is high in carbohydrates (not a primary protein source) and can contain trace inorganic arsenic depending on sourcing, it should be included in balanced formulations and monitored in overweight or diabetic pets.
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Pea
Pea is a plant-based ingredient used in pet foods as a source of protein, soluble and insoluble fiber, and micronutrients (often included as whole peas, pea flour, or pea protein concentrate) to boost protein content and improve texture. While peas can provide digestible carbohydrates, fiber, and some plant protein useful especially for dogs, they are not a complete protein for obligate carnivores like cats and — when overused, particularly in concentrated forms or as a major component of grain‑free diets — have been scrutinized for a possible association with canine dilated cardiomyopathy and can contribute to nutrient imbalances or excess calories, so balanced formulation and compliance with AAFCO nutritional profiles are important.
Nutritional Breakdown
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AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional
adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.Brand
Chicken Soup for the Soul Pet Food offers holistic, natural dog and cat foods positioned around wellness and emotional bonding, inspired by the popular Chicken Soup for the Soul brand. The brand targets pet owners seeking wholesome, balanced diets at an accessible premium price point.
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Products are manufactured by contracted co-packers in Utah (dry) and Kansas (canned) under AAFCO and FDA standards.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
Chicken Soup for the Soul Pet Food Classic Weight & Mature Care Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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