Iams Proactive Health Healthy Adult Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food Purina Cat Chow Cat Chow Naturals Original Dry Cat Food
Iams Proactive Health Healthy Adult Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.2 to 7.8. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Iams Proactive Health Healthy Adult Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food and Purina Cat Chow Cat Chow Naturals Original Dry Cat Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 22, 2026 |
Verified Jul 19, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.2 / 10 | 7.8 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
32.00% | 34.00% |
| Fat | 15.00% | 13.00% |
| Fiber | 3.00% | 3.00% |
| Calcium | 0.80% | 1.10% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 1.00% |
| Omega-3 | 0.30% | Not listed |
| Omega-6 | 3.00% | Not listed |
| Taurine | 0.15% | 0.15% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 12.00% |
| Calories | 3746 kcal/kg | 3740 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, Chicken By-Product Meal, Ground Whole Grain Corn, Corn Grits, Corn Gluten Meal, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Flavor, Dried Egg Product, Sodium Bisulfate, Potassium Chloride, Brewers Dried Yeast, Fish Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Calcium Carbonate, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Fructooligosaccharides, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin A Acetate, Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (source of Vitamin B1), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (source of Vitamin B6), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (source of Vitamin B2), Inositol, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Taurine, Minerals (Zinc Oxide, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide), L-Carnitine, Rosemary Extract Show full list Show less |
Chicken, corn gluten meal, chicken by-product meal, rice, soybean meal, ground yellow corn, ground whole wheat, beef tallow preserved with mixed-tocopherols, salmon, natural liver flavor, calcium carbonate, phosphoric acid, salt, natural flavor, dried spinach, choline chloride, taurine, VITAMINS [Vitamin E supplement, niacin (Vitamin B-3), Vitamin A supplement, calcium pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), thiamine mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), riboflavin supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin B-12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), folic acid (Vitamin B-9), Vitamin D-3 supplement, biotin (Vitamin B-7), menadione sodium bisulfite complex (Vitamin K)], MINERALS [zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite], potassium chloride. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | High energy, Heart care, Digestive health, Dental care, Skin coat health | Not listed |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult | All Life Stages |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | All Breed Sizes |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Yes | Yes |
| Life stages | Adult Maintenance | All Life Stages |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Not listed | Formulation |
| Maker standards | ||
WSAVA guidelinesThe World Small Animal Veterinary Association publishes criteria for evaluating a manufacturer: qualified nutritionists on staff, feeding trials, and published research. It does not certify or endorse brands. |
Yes | No |
PSC accreditedThe Pet Sustainability Coalition is a nonprofit that accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact through third-party verification. It reflects sustainability practices, not food quality. |
No | No |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordKibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Chicken
- Chicken By-Product
- Corn Gluten
- Mixed Tocopherol
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Iams Proactive Health Healthy Adult Chicken Recipe Dry Cat Food scores higher, 8.2 to 7.8 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Chicken By-Product, Corn Gluten, Mixed Tocopherol.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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