Purina Pro Plan High Protein Adult
Manufacturer: Purina Pro Plan
The Purina Pro Plan High Protein Adult (Purina Pro Plan) earned a technical score of 78.2/100 (rated ⭐ High Standard) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (66 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (87 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for cats delivers 40.91% protein and 18.18% 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 | 36 % |
| Crude fat | 16 % |
| Crude fiber | 2 % |
| Moisture | 12 % |
| Metabolizable energy | 4358 kcal/kg |
How much to feed per day
Estimated daily serving (g/day) based on the metabolizable energy of this food (4358 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 | 34 g/day |
| 4 kg | 177 kcal/day | 41 g/day |
| 5 kg | 206 kcal/day | 47 g/day |
| 6 kg | 233 kcal/day | 53 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
- 2rice
- 3corn protein meal
- 4poultry by-product meal
- 5wheat flour
- 6dried egg product
- 7beef fat preserved with mixed tocopherols
- 8soy protein concentrate
- 9natural flavor
- 10fish meal
What we like
- ✓conservantes naturais
- ✓taurina declarada
- ✓probióticos
- ✓carnes frescas
Points of concern
- ⚠proteína anônima
shop.purina.com — verificado 2026-08-30
Frequently asked questions about Purina Pro Plan High Protein Adult
- What is the technical score of Purina Pro Plan High Protein Adult?
- Purina Pro Plan High Protein Adult (Purina Pro Plan) scores 78.2/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (66 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (87 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 Pro Plan High Protein Adult have?
- On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Purina Pro Plan High Protein Adult has 40.91% protein and 18.18% fat. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for cats with different moisture levels.
- Is Purina Pro Plan High Protein Adult a good food for cats?
- Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Purina Pro Plan High Protein Adult is "High Standard" (score 78.2/100). Strengths: conservantes naturais, taurina declarada, probióticos. Points of concern: proteína anônima. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your cat.