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Every owner of a purring pet tries to monitor its diet.
Both long-haired ( Neva Masquerade cat , Kurilian Bobtail , Turkish Van ) and short-haired cat breeds ( Toyger , American Shorthair , Thai and Oriental ) need a balanced diet.
If you want to learn about other popular cat breeds, we recommend that you read the article
When choosing, they are guided not only by reviews from veterinarians, but also by how the animal behaves after eating.
In particular, the choice of many owners is Purina Van cat food.
- 2 Composition
- 3 Pros and cons
- 4 Specifics
- 5 Reviews
- 6 Conclusion
For small kittens
Caring for kittens is always associated not only with joy, but also with great responsibility. Cat owners and breeders are well aware of how important it is to choose a complete food for small kittens, because feeding animals at this age lays the foundation for the future health of the pet throughout its life.
The Purina ONE diet for kittens is designed specifically to ensure the active growth and development of the baby during the first year of his life. The food is easily digestible, has a high protein content and has a beneficial effect on the development and strengthening of muscles and bones. In addition, the food contains a source of DHA. This substance is found in the milk of a nursing cat and is necessary for the proper development of the kitten.
At the age of 1 month, kittens are usually close to their mother. However, this is when it is recommended to start accustoming your baby to adult food. Dry food for kittens can be diluted with water, turning it into a liquid paste, and given to the kitten. The amount of water should be gradually reduced so that the kitten can learn to eat increasingly solid food. At the same time, it is necessary to ensure that the animal always has access to fresh and clean drinking water.
Cat owners and breeders are well aware of the importance of choosing complete food for small kittens.
Due to its high nutritional value and optimal combination of healthy ingredients, kitten food is recommended for feeding lactating and adult cats during pregnancy. Reviews of kitten food are mostly positive. Owners note the energy, playfulness and mobility of their pets.
Compound
The “Van” series was specially designed in such a way that it is suitable for the complete saturation of domestic cats at all stages of life.
Manufacturers claim that in order to notice an improvement, it is enough to feed the cat with suitable food for three weeks.
At the same time, her internal processes will not just improve or normalize.
The result will be visible externally: shiny fur, activity, playfulness.
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In addition to the optimal ratio of all necessary components, Purina Van food for cats uses a special Actilea formula, which differs in the content of the following substances:
- prebiotics: responsible for maintaining normal intestinal microflora;
- yeast: are a natural source of vitamins and minerals, also beta-gluten and protein;
- Antioxidants: responsible for neutralizing free radicals.
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The composition of each food in the line is unique.
For example, the diet of dry food for sterilized cats Purina Van includes:
- salmon – at least 15%;
- wheat – 15%;
- corn gluten;
- dry poultry protein;
- animal fat;
- yeast – 1%;
- corn;
- dry fish protein;
- soy flour;
- dried beet pulp;
- dried chicory root;
- flavoring feed additive;
- vitamins;
- minerals.
In addition to the main composition, the manufacturer adds vitamins A, D, E, C, as well as taurine, iodine, manganese, iron, copper, zinc and selenium to the feed.
For adult cats
Starting from the second year of life, the animal should be switched to food for adult cats. During this time, Purina offers dry food with beef and wheat or chicken and whole grains. The food contains vitamin D, which helps strengthen bones and joint mobility. Zinc and special fatty acids have a beneficial effect on the health of the skin and coat, which is confirmed by reviews from the owners.
Animals suffering from digestive disorders can cause a lot of trouble for their owners. The choice of food in such cases should be especially careful. When studying the composition of the food, you need to make sure that it does not contain components that provoke allergic reactions. Purina specialists followed this approach when developing food for cats with sensitive digestion. The main ingredients of the food are hypoallergenic turkey and rice. The food is easily digestible and restores the upset digestive system. Those who bought the food leave reviews in which they note that over time the unpleasant odor from the tray disappears, this is important for owners of several cats.
Results: pros and cons of food
We analyzed the composition of the food and its features. Now we can summarize. The advantages of Purina One include:
- protein content;
- presence of vitamins and minerals;
- no dyes;
- low price;
- prevalence;
- line of flavors.
The disadvantages of food are typical for any economy or premium class option. Namely:
- use of offal and meat waste;
- adding flavorings;
- a large percentage of plant proteins;
- adding corn and wheat;
- it is not specified what antioxidants were used;
- relatively small amount of vitamins.
Based on the pros and cons of the food, it becomes clear that Purina is suitable for many cat owners. It is cheap, satisfies basic needs and can even be prescribed by a veterinarian as a remedy. This is a good food, the best among economy class options. It is definitely better than Purina Friskies, which is produced by the same company.
Conclusions about this food
There are both good and negative reviews about Purina Van cat food. But our conclusion is the following - its composition is far from the best, so this food can be a temporary solution, but the Murlo website does not recommend it as a permanent food for your cats.
Purina One food price
- Dry cat food Purina One
- Purina One dry food for cats
- Dry cat food Purina One
The indicated prices are indicative, current as of May 2022 and may differ depending on the store and option, and may also change significantly over time.
Owners' opinion
Owners of four-legged animals react differently to Purina products. Some complain of complete denial by cats, for others it is the ideal solution to the problem of daily feeding.
Fedor, 43 years old, Volgograd:
“After buying a Persian cat, we became acquainted with the problems of this breed. She suffers from allergies; any natural product or ready-made food causes hair loss and skin ulcers. After a month of taking special hypoallergenic food from Purina, the cat stopped itching, and the defects on the skin began to heal. Now we visit the veterinarian’s office less often.”
Maria, 19 years old, Omsk
“I bought the vaunted Purina and treated my cats for diarrhea for a week. I can’t say that the food is disgusting, but my animals’ bodies reject some of its substances. I won’t risk purchasing this “happiness” a second time.”
Purina brand food is intended for feeding cats living in low- and middle-income families. You should not expect from them quality equal to holistic specialists. For their price level they are quite balanced and safe.
*Prices in the article are indicated for October 2022.
Who produces food under the Purina brand?
The parent company is located in the USA, it is registered under the name Nestle Purina. Subsidiaries produce goods in different parts of the world:
- in Europe;
- Africa;
- Australia;
- Asia;
- Oceania;
- South and North America.
Purina is a popular brand in pet stores.
The company's specialists are constantly developing new varieties of food necessary for the normal life of pets.
Important! Purina brand products entered Russia in 1997. On the official website you can familiarize yourself with all types of products and choose the appropriate option
Features of Purina food
First, let's talk about the manufacturer. The company that produces these pet products has been on the market for over a hundred years. During this time, the company changed its name more than once, experiencing mergers and acquisitions by larger corporations. Currently, Purina is one of Nestle's brands. It all started back in 1894, when a company called Robinson-Danforth arose in America.
At the beginning of the twentieth century, the company changed its name to Ralston Purina and began active industrial production of animal feed. The company's owners quickly realized that this industry was becoming increasingly popular among dog and cat breeders, so they began working hard to improve the technology. Already in 1931, a research center was opened that studied the characteristics of pet food. Purina continues to maintain this scientific approach to this day, collaborating with scientists, veterinarians and technologists.
At the end of the twentieth century, Nestle and Purina merged. As a result, the world learned about a company that declared caring for pets as the principle of its activities. Today, the Nestle corporation has several brands that produce food for cats and kittens: One, Pro Plan, Friskies.
Each type of food is designed for the characteristics of a certain type of pet, taking into account the breed and age. The company produces both dry food and canned food. There are also medicinal foods that receive good reviews from veterinarians. If your pet is on a special diet, then one of the Purina foods will come to the rescue.
Reviews
When you open a pack of Purina Van food for cats, your pet will certainly come running to sniff the new treat.
And what’s more, she will eat it with pleasure.
After a delicious lunch
Cat owners say that after introducing Purina food into the diet, the first thing they notice is that the amount of hair lost decreases significantly.
Moreover, the coat becomes smoother and shiny.
Thus, hair clippers and furminators less often.
Even Persian , Somali and other breeds of long-haired cats experience a significant reduction in hair loss during shedding.
Improved digestion and normalization of stool are also noted.
Others say that compared to veterinary lines, Purina Van is less useful.
It contains low-quality and unwanted components.
Here are some customer reviews:
Alexandra, Moscow: “We tried giving Murzika Van for domestic cats. In general, he eats well: there is nothing left in the bowl. If some people say that once you switch an animal to dry rations, you won’t be able to feed it anything else – this is not true. Ours still enjoys eating homemade food (porridge, soups).”
Maxim, St. Petersburg: “Our cat was constantly spitting up fur. Changed the diet. They began to give a special one against the formation of lumps from the One series. The result, of course, was not noticed immediately. But if you compare the situation now and then, the difference is noticeable. We see practically no regurgitation, and the fur itself has begun to shed less.”
Alisa, Yekaterinburg: “The cat had urolithiasis and was mainly fed an expensive line of food. But it so happened that I had to leave, and left the baby with my old parents. When the food supply ran out, they bought her Purina Van. It’s impossible to say that our Masya turned up her nose - she ate normally, but her condition worsened quite quickly. So if you have diseases, this food does not help much.”
Comparison of dry food Purina Van and Perfect Fit
Both foods are similar in component ingredients: the amount and types of nutrients in them are not particularly different. The exception is the mineral supplements in Perfect Fit; there are more of them, and they are described in more detail on the packaging.
The price for the Perfect Fit package is lower than the cost of Purina Van, starting from 66 rubles. for 190 g and ends at 740 rubles. for 3 kg. Veterinarians do not see a serious difference between them and believe that they can replace each other without compromising the health of their pets.
Perfect Fit is the main competitor of Purina
Recommended Daily Value
The daily dosage of food is indicated on the product packaging.
- For mature cats weighing 3 kg - 25 g, 4 kg - 40 g, 5 kg - 55 g. If the pet is more than six kilograms, then the calculation is carried out in the proportion: 12 g per kilogram of weight.
- During active growth, kittens require more food. The standard rate is: with a weight of 2 kg - 35 g, 3 kg - 50 g, 4 kg - 70 g, 5 kg - 85 g.
- For cats bearing offspring, their own norms are recommended: with a body weight of up to 5 kg - 55 g, more than 6 kg - 12 g / kg of weight.
Note! Elderly animals often refuse the specified amounts of food. If the cat does not have serious illnesses, then this behavior is normal and should not alarm the owner.
Specifics
The specificity of the Purina Van line lies not only in gradation depending on individual physiological characteristics.
These foods are suitable for large Maine Coons and Ragdolls , as well as for medium-sized Egyptian Mau and Jungle cats , as well as small Munchkins .
In addition, each diet is designed for a specific age of the pet.
If you want to find out how old your cat is by human standards, we recommend reading the article
Proper nutrition is the key to a beautiful figure and good health
Gradation by age:
- From 30 days to 12 months - food for kittens that supports the development of all necessary functions in the body, promotes the proper formation of bone and muscle apparatus and is quickly absorbed.
- From one to 11 years of age, three products are suitable - for adult cats with beef, regular for adult cats, for domestic cats, and food that prevents the formation of hairballs in the stomach. These diets help reduce the risk of tartar formation, prevent the occurrence of diseases of the urinary system, and strengthen bones and muscles.
- From the age of 11, cats are recommended to eat special foods that take special care of the pet’s health. These foods contain a large amount of vitamins and mineral components, which help maintain all vital processes in the body, normalize kidney function, and also have a beneficial effect on the skeletal system, making it stronger.
Master, what is this? Eat your own vegetables!
Interesting fact! The manufacturer recommends giving cat food from 11 years of age (due to the large amount of vitamins and beneficial components) to animals during pregnancy and after childbirth .
For adult cats, it is also possible to choose products that are suitable if the pet is sterilized or has food allergies.
