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Complete Health Age Advantage Deboned Chicken & Chicken Meal Grain Free Dry Cat Food
Wellness

Complete Health Age Advantage Deboned Chicken & Chicken Meal Grain Free Dry Cat Food

Verified Aug 21, 2026

Cat · Dry Senior All Breed Sizes

This is a grain-free dry food formulated specifically for senior cats, with deboned chicken and chicken meal as the primary protein sources. It offers relatively high protein with moderate fat, added omega fatty acids, and supplemental taurine to support overall health in older cats. The recipe also includes glucosamine, chondroitin, L‑carnitine, and probiotics, aiming to support joints, healthy weight, and digestion in aging cats.

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KibbleLab Score
8.9 out of 10

Strong Choice

Nutritionally, this is a high-protein, moderate-fat senior dry diet that should suit many healthy older cats who do well on grain-free formulas. The chicken-based recipe is enriched with joint-support supplements, L‑carnitine for lean body mass, and a nice balance of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. It’s a strong option for senior cats that tolerate chicken and don’t require a therapeutic veterinary diet.

Nutritional profile 8.8
Ingredient composition 8.0
Health considerations 10.0

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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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Joint Care Immune Support Digestive Health Skin Coat Health Dental Care High Energy
Suitable For
Senior All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • High protein level for a dry senior food (40% minimum), with deboned chicken and chicken meal as main ingredients to support muscle maintenance in older cats.
  • Contains added glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate, which may help support joint health in aging cats.
  • Includes a good omega fatty acid profile (omega-6 at 2.5% and omega-3 at 1%), plus salmon oil and flaxseed to support skin and coat.
  • Added taurine, L‑carnitine, probiotics, and a full vitamin/mineral mix provide comprehensive support for heart, metabolism, and digestive health.

Considerations

  • Grain-free and uses peas, potatoes, and lentils among the top ingredients; for dogs, similar legume-heavy diets have been linked to heart disease, but this concern has not been clearly established in cats.
  • Chicken is the primary protein source and a common feline allergen, so this food would not be appropriate for cats with known chicken allergies or sensitivities.
  • At 11% minimum fat, the calorie density is fairly high (421 kcal per cup), so portion control is important for sedentary or overweight seniors.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Peas, Potatoes, Herring Meal, Lentils, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Chicken Fat, Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Salmon Oil, Calcium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Cranberries, Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, Potassium Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, L-Carnitine, Mixed Tocopherols added to preserve freshness, Niacin, Zinc Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Iron Proteinate, Dried Kelp, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Selenite, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Riboflavin, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Calcium Iodate, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus licheniformis Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract.

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.

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Top 5 Ingredients Explained

01
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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02
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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03
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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04
Potato
Potato is commonly used in pet foods as a digestible carbohydrate source and functional binder, supplying starch, fiber, and modest amounts of vitamins (B6, C) and potassium—often included as cooked or dehydrated flakes, starch, or protein concentrates. While it provides energy and helps formulate grain‑free recipes, potatoes are not a primary protein for dogs or cats (and are not nutritionally required for obligate‑carnivore cats), can contribute to excess calories or affect blood glucose in diabetic animals, and must be cooked and free of green skins or sprouts to avoid solanine toxicity; allergies are uncommon but possible.
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05
Herring
Herring is commonly used as a high-quality, palatable fish protein and oil source in dog and cat foods, supplying digestible protein along with beneficial long-chain omega-3s (EPA/DHA), vitamin D, B vitamins and trace minerals. It can support skin, coat and joint health, but may be an allergen for some pets and raw fish can contain thiaminase (typically destroyed by commercial cooking); owners should also consider fat content for pancreatitis-prone animals and look for responsibly sourced, low-contaminant products.
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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)
40.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
11.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
4.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
10.00%
Low High
3480
kcal / Kg
421
kcal / Cup
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

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

Brand

Wellness is WellPet’s flagship brand, offering a full range of natural pet foods including dry, canned, and toppers for dogs and cats. The brand focuses on complete, balanced nutrition using natural ingredients and is positioned within the holistic and premium segment of the market.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Wellness Pet Company
Parent company Clearlake Capital Group
Founded 2021
Headquarters Tewksbury, Massachusetts, USA
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Arkansas; Indiana
Manufacturing oversight

Products are manufactured in company-owned and partner facilities in the United States under strict quality and safety programs, including adherence to FDA and AAFCO standards for pet food production. Wellness Pet Company maintains internal quality assurance teams and ingredient traceability protocols.

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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 Wellness Complete Health Age Advantage Deboned Chicken & Chicken Meal Grain Free Dry Cat Food.

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

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