Is Friskies Croquettes Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Purina
Friskies Croquettes is one of the pet food products analyzed by Zerotox for Purina. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes animal by-products and plant extracts, which raises concerns about quality. Ingredients like animal by-products and vegetable extracts indicate a mixed quality profile.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes animal by-products and plant extracts, which raises concerns about quality. Ingredients like animal by-products and vegetable extracts indicate a mixed quality profile.
Main concern
Animal by-products may vary in quality and can raise concerns about sourcing and nutritional value.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains a variety of protein sources, including chicken and turkey, which can provide essential nutrients for pets.
- Includes vitamins and minerals like Vitamin A and Zinc, which are beneficial for overall pet health.
Concerns
- Animal by-products may vary in quality and can raise concerns about sourcing and nutritional value.
- Presence of vegetable extracts and fillers may indicate lower quality compared to whole food ingredients.
Who should avoid this product?
This product may be less suitable for:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this pet food.
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Is Cereals safe in this pet food?
Medium
Cereals is used here as base. Cereals serve as a carbohydrate source in this pet food, but their quality can vary based on processing and type used.
Role in formula: base
Original: Céréales
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Is Animal By Products safe in this pet food?
Medium
Animal By Products is used here as base. Animal by-products provide protein but can vary in quality and nutritional value, raising concerns about sourcing.
Role in formula: base
Original: Viandes et sous-produits animaux
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Is Vegetable Protein Extracts safe in this pet food?
Medium
Vegetable Protein Extracts is used here as base. Vegetable protein extracts are used to supplement protein content but may not provide the same quality as whole proteins.
Role in formula: base
Original: Extraits de protéines végétales
Read the full ingredient profile for Vegetable Protein Extracts
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Is Oils And Fats safe in this pet food?
Medium
Oils And Fats is used here as base. Oils and fats are essential for energy but can vary in quality; sourcing is important for overall health.
Role in formula: base
Original: Huiles et graisses
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Is Fish And Fish By Products safe in this pet food?
Medium
Fish And Fish By Products is used here as base. Fish by-products can provide omega fatty acids but may also raise concerns about sourcing and quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Poissons et sous-produits de poissons
Read the full ingredient profile for Fish And Fish By Products
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Is Legumes safe in this pet food?
Medium
Legumes is used here as base. Legumes add fiber and some protein but are often used as fillers, which may dilute overall nutritional quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Légunies
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Is Skimmed Milk Powder safe in this pet food?
Medium
Skimmed Milk Powder is used here as base. Skimmed milk powder can provide protein and calcium but may not be suitable for all pets, especially those lactose intolerant.
Role in formula: base
Original: lait écrémé en poudre
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Is Yeasts safe in this pet food?
Medium
Yeasts is used here as base. Yeasts can contribute to flavor and may provide some nutrients, but their overall benefit can vary.
Role in formula: base
Original: Levures
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Is Minerals safe in this pet food?
Good
Minerals is used here as base. Minerals are essential for various bodily functions and are included to ensure nutritional adequacy in the diet.
Role in formula: base
Original: Substances minérales
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Is Taurine safe in this pet food?
Good
Taurine is used here as base. Taurine is an essential amino acid for cats, supporting heart and eye health, making it a beneficial addition.
Role in formula: base
Original: Taurine
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 4287141
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