Plus High Protein Salmon & Ocean Whitefish Skin & Coat Health Dry Cat Food
Verified Jun 16, 2026
This is a high-protein dry food for adult cats, with salmon as the first ingredient and additional chicken by-product meal and chicken meal to support lean muscle. It includes rice flour, corn protein meal, and oatmeal as carbohydrate sources, plus added omega-6 fatty acids, vitamins, and taurine for complete and balanced adult maintenance nutrition. The formula is designed for everyday feeding of healthy adult cats and has been verified through AAFCO feeding trials.
Overall, this is a solid, well-balanced adult dry cat food with a strong emphasis on animal-based protein and a proven track record in feeding trials. It should suit most healthy adult cats who do well on a kibble diet and don’t have specific food allergies to common proteins like salmon, chicken, egg, or beef. The nutrient profile is robust and appropriate for maintenance, with a few considerations for very calorie-sensitive or food-allergic cats.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- High protein level at 38% from multiple animal sources (salmon, chicken by-product meal, chicken meal, ocean whitefish, egg), which supports lean muscle maintenance in adult cats.
- Backed by AAFCO adult maintenance feeding trials, which is the strongest evidence that the diet is complete, balanced, and well-digested in real cats.
- Includes omega-6 fatty acids and animal fat to support skin and coat, along with taurine and a full vitamin-mineral premix for overall health.
- Moderate fiber (2.5%) and use of digestible grains like rice and oatmeal can help support normal stool quality for many cats.
Considerations
- Contains several common allergens for cats (fish, chicken, egg, beef), so it would not be a good fit for cats with known sensitivities to these proteins.
- Calorie density is relatively high (about 557 kcal per cup), so portion control is important, especially for indoor or less active cats prone to weight gain.
- Includes corn protein meal, which is nutritionally useful but concentrates plant protein; while overall protein is high, very protein-sensitive cats might do better on a more strictly animal-protein-focused formula.
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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Salmon
Salmon is commonly used as a high-quality animal protein and rich source of omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) in dog and cat foods, supporting skin and coat condition, joint and cognitive health, and overall muscle maintenance. While very nutritious, salmon can be an allergen for some pets and raw salmon may pose risks from parasites, thiaminase-related thiamine loss, and region-specific pathogens (e.g., salmon poisoning); owners should avoid feeding uncooked bones and consider sourcing to minimize contaminant and sustainability concerns.
02
Chicken By-Product
Chicken by-product is a common protein ingredient in pet foods made from edible parts of the bird not typically consumed by people—such as organs (liver, heart), necks and other tissues—and is used to add protein, flavor and nutrient density. It can provide concentrated protein, essential amino acids, B vitamins and minerals (and may contribute taurine when organ meats are included), but composition and quality vary by source, so pet parents concerned about sourcing, higher ash/fat content or chicken allergies should check the manufacturer’s labeling and quality standards.
03
Corn Protein
Corn protein is a plant-derived concentrated protein (often from corn gluten meal or corn protein isolate) used in dry pet foods to increase crude protein content and aid kibble texture; it supplies digestible plant-based amino acids but is lower in certain essential amino acids, particularly lysine, compared with animal proteins. It is an economical and sustainable ingredient but should be balanced with complementary animal proteins or supplemented amino acids—especially for cats, which need high-quality animal-based protein—and some pets can be sensitive or allergic to corn.
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Rice Flour
Rice flour is a finely milled carbohydrate ingredient commonly used in pet foods as a digestible energy source and as a binder or thickener in kibble, treats, and wet food formulations. It is generally well tolerated by dogs and cats and low in fat, but offers limited protein and essential amino acids (so it should complement animal protein sources), can increase dietary glycemic load which may be relevant for diabetic or weight‑management pets, and may carry low levels of inorganic arsenic depending on sourcing and processing.
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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.
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
Purina ONE is a premium pet food line formulated with real meat as the first ingredient and nutrition backed by Purina’s research. It targets health-conscious pet owners who value ingredient transparency and proven results.
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Manufacturer
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
Purina ONE Plus High Protein Salmon & Ocean Whitefish Skin & Coat Health Dry Cat Food has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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