Skin + Coat Care Chicken Recipe With Grains Dry Cat Food
Verified Jun 15, 2026
A high-protein, chicken-based dry cat food designed for all life stages, with added grains like brown rice and oatmeal for balanced energy. It includes salmon meal, salmon oil, and flaxseed to supply omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids that support skin and coat, along with probiotics and antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables. This formula suits kittens through seniors who do well on a chicken-and-grain diet and may benefit from extra skin and coat support.
This is a well-balanced, higher-fat, higher-protein dry food for cats of all ages, built around chicken with supportive grains like brown and white rice and oatmeal. The addition of salmon meal, salmon oil, and flaxseed provides a good omega profile for skin and coat, and the formula includes probiotics and a solid vitamin-mineral package. It’s a strong option for many healthy cats who tolerate chicken, especially those who may need a bit more caloric density or coat support.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Named animal proteins (chicken meal, deboned chicken, salmon meal, whole egg) supply quality, highly digestible protein for all life stages.
- Robust fat and calorie levels (20% fat, 552 kcal/cup) provide concentrated energy, helpful for active cats, growing kittens, or hard keepers.
- Includes multiple omega sources (chicken fat, salmon oil, flaxseed) plus an explicitly listed omega-6 and omega-3 minimum, supporting skin and coat health.
- Contains probiotics, chicory root (prebiotic fiber), and antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables, which can support digestion and overall wellness, and is AAFCO complete and balanced for all life stages by formulation.
Considerations
- Contains several common allergens (chicken, egg, fish), so it would not be appropriate for cats with known sensitivities to these proteins.
- The calorie density is quite high, so portion control is important for indoor or less active cats to help prevent weight gain.
- Grain-inclusive with rice and oatmeal, which is fine for most cats but may not suit cats that require a grain-free prescription or specific veterinary diet.
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.
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Deboned Chicken
Deboned chicken is a common primary animal protein in pet foods, providing highly digestible essential amino acids and nutrients such as B vitamins and iron that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health in both dogs and cats. It is generally palatable and relatively lean, but can be a common food allergen for some animals and its nutritional and fat content varies with inclusion of skin or fat—ensure proper sourcing and handling to reduce contamination risk and consult a veterinarian if you suspect a food sensitivity.
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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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White Rice
White rice is a highly digestible carbohydrate commonly used in pet foods as an energy source, binder or filler and is often included in bland diets to help manage gastrointestinal upset. It supplies readily available calories but contains little protein, fat, fiber or micronutrients (so complete diets must be balanced), and should be used judiciously in overweight or diabetic pets due to its high glycemic index; prolonged exclusive feeding is not recommended.
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Oatmeal
Oatmeal is used in pet foods as a digestible carbohydrate and source of soluble fiber (notably beta‑glucans), serving as a gentle filler or binder that can support healthy digestion and steady energy release. It provides B vitamins and minerals, is generally well tolerated by dogs and many cats when cooked and plain, but should be free of added sugars or flavorings and used cautiously for overweight or diabetic pets or animals with individual grain sensitivities.
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
GO! Solutions is a premium brand by Petcurean designed for pets with specific dietary needs such as sensitivities, allergies, or digestive issues. The formulations emphasize functional nutrition, incorporating balanced ingredients and specialized proteins.
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Petcurean oversees its manufacturing through trusted, approved partners in Canada and the United States that operate under strict quality control protocols. Facilities adhere to rigid food safety and quality assurance standards, including HACCP compliance and regular third-party audits.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
GO! Solutions Skin + Coat Care Chicken Recipe With Grains Dry Cat Food has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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Has GO! Solutions ever been recalled?
We have no recalls on record for GO! Solutions. We monitor the FDA Pet Food Recall Database daily.
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