Purina Cat Chow Complete
Manufacturer: Purina Cat Chow
The Purina Cat Chow Complete (Purina Cat Chow) earned a technical score of 77.7/100 (rated ⭐ High Standard) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (72 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (78 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for cats delivers 36.36% protein and 13.64% fat. The analysis is computed by algorithm, with no payment or interference from brands.
Nutritional Analysis
Dry-Matter Composition
Composition and Energy
Values as declared in the manufacturer guaranteed analysis (as-fed basis — as printed on the bag).
| Nutrient | Value |
|---|---|
| Crude protein | 32 % |
| Crude fat | 12 % |
| Crude fiber | 3 % |
| Moisture | 12 % |
| Metabolizable energy | 3688 kcal/kg |
How much to feed per day
Estimated daily serving (g/day) based on the metabolizable energy of this food (3688 kcal/kg) and the maintenance energy requirement (RER) of the cat by body weight. Adjust according to veterinary guidance — the formula does not account for activity level, neutering or individual clinical conditions.
| Weight of the cat | Energy requirement | Recommended serving |
|---|---|---|
| 3 kg | 146 kcal/day | 40 g/day |
| 4 kg | 177 kcal/day | 48 g/day |
| 5 kg | 206 kcal/day | 56 g/day |
| 6 kg | 233 kcal/day | 63 g/day |
Formula: energy requirement (kcal/day) = 70 × weight(kg)^0.67 [RER — Resting Energy Requirement; the same formula used by the My Pet Magazine cost calculator]. Serving (g/day) = energy requirement ÷ (kcal/kg of the food ÷ 1000). Sources: FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines 2024 / NRC 2006.
Ingredients
- 1Chicken by-product meal
- 2ground yellow corn
- 3corn gluten meal
- 4whole grain wheat
- 5rice
- 6soy flour
- 7beef fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols
- 8chicken
- 9fish meal
- 10liver flavor
What we like
- ✓conservantes naturais
- ✓taurina declarada
www.chewy.com (análise garantida as-fed do rótulo) — verificado 2026-08-30
Frequently asked questions about Purina Cat Chow Complete
- What is the technical score of Purina Cat Chow Complete?
- Purina Cat Chow Complete (Purina Cat Chow) scores 77.7/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (72 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (78 points), by the formula (IDNM × 0.55) + (IPFI × 0.45). The analysis is 100% algorithmic, with no interference from brands.
- How much protein does Purina Cat Chow Complete have?
- On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Purina Cat Chow Complete has 36.36% protein and 13.64% fat. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for cats with different moisture levels.
- Is Purina Cat Chow Complete a good food for cats?
- Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Purina Cat Chow Complete is "High Standard" (score 77.7/100). Strengths: conservantes naturais, taurina declarada. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your cat.