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Fit As A Fiddle Alaskan Pollock Dry Cat Food
Solid Gold

Fit As A Fiddle Alaskan Pollock Dry Cat Food

Verified Aug 21, 2026

Cat · Dry Adult All Breed Sizes

A lower-fat, grain-free dry food formulated for adult cats, especially those who need help maintaining or losing weight. It uses pollock, turkey meal, and ocean fish meal as the main protein sources, with peas, chickpeas, and potatoes providing most of the carbohydrates and fiber. Added salmon oil, superfood-style fruits and vegetables, and probiotics support skin and coat health, digestion, and overall wellness.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.3 out of 10

Strong Choice

This is a high-quality, lower-calorie dry diet designed for adult cats who need weight management while still getting good protein and balanced nutrition. The 31% protein with multiple named fish and poultry meals should help preserve lean muscle as calories are restricted. It’s best suited for healthy adult cats who tolerate fish and poultry proteins and who are on a portion-controlled, weight-conscious feeding plan.

Nutritional profile 8.4
Ingredient composition 8.0
Adequacy substantiation 7.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 4 of 4 applicable checks. Missing data is skipped, never counted against a food.

The KibbleLab Score (1–10) is assessed from publicly available product data. Our evaluation is science-based, not marketing-based.

Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber on a dry-matter basis, for the stated life stage and format
Adequacy substantiation Complete and balanced substantiation; feeding trials valued higher
Ingredient composition Screened for unnamed sources, artificial additives, and label protein inflation. Not a quality ranking.
Health considerations Pulse-heavy grain-free (DCM) pattern and recall history
Verified manufacturer evidence A small bonus when we can verify evidence addressing WSAVA selection criteria
9.0 - 10 Top Pick
8.0 - 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6.0 Review Carefully

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At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
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Weight Management Immune Support Skin Coat Health
Suitable For
Adult All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Multiple named animal protein sources (pollock, turkey meal, ocean fish meal, chicken meal) provide good-quality, varied amino acids to help maintain muscle, even with reduced fat and calories.
  • Moderate fat (9–12%) and relatively high fiber (up to 9%) make it a reasonable option for weight control when paired with careful portioning.
  • Includes salmon oil and chicken fat for omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids that can support skin and coat health, plus DHA and added taurine for feline-specific needs.
  • Added probiotics (Bacillus coagulans), chicory root (a prebiotic fiber), and a variety of fruits and vegetables may support digestive and immune health, and the formula is AAFCO complete and balanced for adult maintenance.

Considerations

  • Contains multiple common allergens (fish, turkey, chicken), so it would not be appropriate for cats with known sensitivities to these proteins.
  • This is a grain-free formula that relies heavily on peas, chickpeas, pea fiber, and potatoes for carbohydrates; in cats prone to digestive upset with legumes, this may not be ideal.
  • While labeled as weight management, success will still depend heavily on strict portion control and monitoring body condition, given the relatively high calorie density (about 354 kcal per cup).
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Pollock, Turkey Meal, Ocean Fish Meal, Peas, Tapioca, Chickpeas, Pea Fiber, Chicken Meal, Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Potatoes, Natural Flavor, Carrots, Potassium Chloride, Salmon Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Choline Chloride, Pumpkin, Blueberries, Cranberries, Calcium Sulfate, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source Of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Folic Acid), Taurine, Dried Chicory Root, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate), Rosemary Extract, Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product.

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

01
Pollock
Pollock is a lean white fish commonly used in pet foods as an easily digestible animal protein that boosts palatability and supplies essential amino acids. It provides some omega‑3 fatty acids and is generally low in contaminants compared with larger predatory fish, but can be an allergen for sensitive animals and must be properly processed and balanced (e.g., for taurine in cat diets) and preserved to prevent rancidity.
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02
Turkey
Turkey is commonly used as a primary animal protein in dog and cat foods, offering highly digestible, high‑quality protein and supplying essential amino acids along with B vitamins, phosphorus and zinc to support muscle maintenance and metabolism. Its fat level varies by cut so products can be lean or richer; some pets may develop allergies to poultry, cooked bones are hazardous, raw meat carries bacterial risk, and owners should rely on balanced commercial formulations (and ensure adequate taurine for cats) if turkey is a main ingredient.
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03
Ocean Fish
Ocean fish is commonly used in pet food as a high-quality animal protein and flavor ingredient and is valued for providing omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) plus minerals like iodine and selenium that support skin and coat, joint, heart, and cognitive health in dogs and cats. While it offers important nutritional benefits, fish can be an allergen for some pets and may carry environmental contaminants (mercury, PCBs) depending on source, so responsible sourcing, proper processing, and variety in protein choices are recommended.
04
Pea
Pea is a plant-based ingredient used in pet foods as a source of protein, soluble and insoluble fiber, and micronutrients (often included as whole peas, pea flour, or pea protein concentrate) to boost protein content and improve texture. While peas can provide digestible carbohydrates, fiber, and some plant protein useful especially for dogs, they are not a complete protein for obligate carnivores like cats and — when overused, particularly in concentrated forms or as a major component of grain‑free diets — have been scrutinized for a possible association with canine dilated cardiomyopathy and can contribute to nutrient imbalances or excess calories, so balanced formulation and compliance with AAFCO nutritional profiles are important.
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05
Tapioca
Tapioca is a processed starch from the cassava root commonly used in pet foods and treats as a gluten-free carbohydrate, binder and thickening agent, providing easily digestible calories but very little protein, fat, vitamins or minerals. While useful in hypoallergenic or grain-free formulations, it has limited nutritional value and a high glycemic index, so it should be used in moderation—especially for overweight or diabetic dogs and cats—and only in properly processed form to avoid cassava-related toxins.
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Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
31.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
9.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (max)
12.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
9.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
10.00%
Low High
3225
kcal / Kg
354
kcal / Cup
Low
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Kibble
Food type Dry

AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.

Complete & balanced Yes
AAFCO life stages Adult Maintenance
Substantiation Formulation
Solid Gold Fit as a Fiddle With Alaskan Pollock Cat Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles for Maintenance.

Brand

Solid Gold is a holistic pet food brand offering premium natural nutrition for dogs and cats. The brand emphasizes gut health and the use of superfoods, providing grain-free and functional recipes targeting wellness and vitality.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Solid Gold Pet, LLC
Parent company H & H Group (Health & Happiness International Holdings Ltd.)
Founded 1974
Headquarters St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Missouri
Manufacturing oversight

Solid Gold works with trusted manufacturing partners in the United States that adhere to FDA and AAFCO regulations for pet food safety and quality. The company focuses on quality control, ingredient traceability, and third-party testing to ensure nutritional adequacy.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

No recall is listed for Solid Gold Fit As A Fiddle Alaskan Pollock Dry Cat Food.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

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We have no recalls on record for Solid Gold. We 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.

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