Dry Cat Food With Savory Farm-Raised Chicken & Turkey
Verified Jun 4, 2026
This is a dry kibble formulated for cats of all life stages, using poultry by-product meal, chicken, and turkey as its main animal protein sources. It provides a moderate protein and fat level for everyday maintenance, with rice and corn as the primary carbohydrates and added fish oil, taurine, and a full vitamin–mineral blend. It’s designed to be a complete and balanced option for kittens, adults, and breeding cats when fed as the main diet.
This diet offers complete and balanced nutrition for all life stages with a reasonable 34% protein and 17% fat, which is appropriate for most healthy cats. It uses poultry by-product meal along with chicken and turkey, which can be very nutrient-dense protein sources, and includes fish oil and taurine to support overall feline health. It’s a practical everyday dry food choice for cats without specific medical or highly specialized dietary needs, as long as portions are controlled due to the relatively high calorie density.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages by formulation, so it is suitable for kittens, adults, and reproducing cats when fed as directed.
- 34% protein and 17% fat are appropriate levels for a typical dry cat food, supporting energy and lean body mass in most healthy cats.
- Uses poultry by-product meal plus chicken and turkey, which can provide a good range of amino acids and nutrient-dense organ components.
- Includes fish oil, taurine, and a comprehensive vitamin and mineral premix to cover essential micronutrient needs.
Considerations
- Contains multiple common allergens for some cats, including chicken, turkey (poultry), beef fat, corn, and soy, so it may not be ideal for cats with known food sensitivities to these ingredients.
- Carbohydrate sources (rice, corn, soybean meal) appear high in the ingredient list, which may not suit owners aiming for a lower-carbohydrate diet for their cat.
- The calorie density is fairly high at about 520 kcal per cup, so careful portion control is important to help prevent weight gain, especially in indoor or less active 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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Rice
Rice is a common carbohydrate source and binder in dog and cat foods, supplying readily digestible energy and often used in formulations for sensitive stomachs or hypoallergenic diets. White rice is gentle and easy to digest while brown rice provides more fiber and micronutrients, but rice is low in essential amino acids, has a relatively high glycemic index, and can accumulate trace arsenic, so it should not be relied on as a primary protein and portions should be considered for diabetic or weight‑management pets.
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Poultry By-Product
Poultry by-product is used primarily as a concentrated protein, fat and micronutrient source in pet foods and consists of rendered poultry parts such as internal organs, bones and connective tissues that supply amino acids, minerals (notably calcium and phosphorus) and B‑vitamins. It can be a cost‑effective source of bioavailable nutrients, but composition and quality vary by source and processing—owners of pets with poultry allergies or who prefer named-meat ingredients may choose alternatives, and safety depends on reputable rendering and adherence to regulatory standards.
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Corn Protein Meal
Corn protein meal is a concentrated plant-based protein ingredient commonly used to raise crude protein and energy in dry kibbles, treats and some wet diets as a cost-effective alternative to animal protein sources. It provides digestible amino acids for dogs but has an incomplete amino acid profile (notably low in lysine and lacking taurine), so it should be balanced with higher-quality animal proteins for growing animals and obligate‑carnivore cats; some pets may also be sensitive to corn and quality/sourcing can affect safety and nutrient content.
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Beef Fat
Beef fat (tallow) is used in pet foods as a concentrated energy source and flavor/palatability enhancer that also helps with absorption of fat‑soluble vitamins and can support skin and coat condition. It is rich in saturated and monounsaturated fats and provides animal‑derived omega‑6 fatty acids but is low in omega‑3s, so overall fatty acid balance matters; because it is calorie‑dense and can cause digestive upset or contribute to obesity and pancreatitis in susceptible animals, amounts should be controlled and rendered fats stabilized to prevent rancidity.
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Mixed Tocopherol
Mixed tocopherols are a blend of natural vitamin E compounds (alpha, beta, gamma and delta tocopherols) used in pet foods primarily as a natural antioxidant and preservative to protect fats and fat‑soluble nutrients and extend shelf life. They also supply dietary vitamin E—an essential antioxidant for immune function, skin and coat health and cellular integrity in dogs and cats—and are generally safe at typical use levels, though they are not a substitute for a complete vitamin formulation and may be less effective in animals with fat‑absorption disorders.
Nutritional Breakdown
How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter
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How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
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
Fancy Feast is a premium cat food brand known for its gourmet-style wet foods and variety of textures designed to appeal to feline palates. It targets owners seeking indulgence and variety for their pets.
Visit Fancy FeastManufacturer
Nestlé Purina operates its own manufacturing facilities in the United States and globally with rigorous quality assurance programs. Facilities comply with FDA and USDA standards and implement HACCP-based food safety systems. The company conducts AAFCO feeding trials and employs board-certified veterinary nutritionists.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
Fancy Feast Dry Cat Food With Savory Farm-Raised Chicken & Turkey has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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Has Fancy Feast ever been recalled?
We have no recalls on record for Fancy Feast. We monitor the FDA Pet Food Recall Database daily.
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