Natural Balance Ultra Protein Real Chicken & Chicken Meal Kitten Recipe Dry Cat Food Open Farm Rawmix Open Prairie Grain-Free Cat Kibble Dry
Both score 8.8 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Natural Balance Ultra Protein Real Chicken & Chicken Meal Kitten Recipe Dry Cat Food and Open Farm Rawmix Open Prairie Grain-Free Cat Kibble Dry compared
| Attribute |
Verified Aug 21, 2026 |
Verified Aug 21, 2026 |
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KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.8 / 10 | 8.8 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
40.00% | 38.00% |
| Fat | 14.00% | 14.00% |
| Fiber | 4.00% | 3.00% |
| Calcium | 1.50% | 1.00% |
| Phosphorus | 0.90% | 0.80% |
| Omega-3 | 0.25% | 0.80% |
| Omega-6 | 3.00% | 2.50% |
| Taurine | 0.25% | 0.20% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3530 kcal/kg | 3700 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, Chicken Meal, Turkey Meal, Peas, Chickpeas, Dried Yeast, Chicken Hearts, Chicken Liver, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Flaxseed, Pea Protein, Natural Flavor, Choline Chloride, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Menhaden Fish Oil, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin), Taurine, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), Salt, Potassium Chloride, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
G.A.P. Step 2 Chicken, G.A.P. Step 1 Turkey, Menhaden Fish Meal, Peas, Chickpeas, Ocean Whitefish Meal, Herring Meal, Green Lentils, Coconut Oil, Natural Flavor (fish), Pumpkin, Sunflower Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Cranberries, Apples, Dandelion Greens, G.A.P. Step 2 Chicken Livers, G.A.P. Step 2 Chicken Necks, Choline Chloride, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pantothenic Acid, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin, Potatoes, Tapioca, Salt, Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Organic Butternut Squash, Organic Carrots, Potassium Chloride, Organic Blueberries, G.A.P. Step 2 Turkey Gizzards, Montmorillonite Clay, Magnesium Sulfate, Miscanthus Grass, G.A.P. Step 2 Chicken Bone Broth, Flaxseed, Turmeric, Dried Yucca Schidigera Extract, Organic Spinach, Organic Kale, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Organic Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Sunflower Seeds, Rosemary Extract, Salmon oil Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | High energy | Skin coat health, Digestive health, Immune support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Freeze Dried |
| Life stage | Kitten | Kitten, Adult, Senior |
| 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 | All Life Stages | All Life Stages |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | 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. |
No | 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 | Yes |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordWe track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Chicken
- Turkey
- Pea
- Chickpea
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 8.8 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Turkey, Pea, Chickpea.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
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