Is Sterilized Chats - Beef Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Friskies
Friskies's Sterilized Chats - Beef is reviewed here as a pet food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes 10% animal meat and by-products, alongside cereals and vegetable protein extracts. The presence of by-products raises quality concerns.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes 10% animal meat and by-products, alongside cereals and vegetable protein extracts. The presence of by-products raises quality concerns.
Main concern
Animal by-products can vary in quality and may not be as nutritious as whole meats.
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 10% meat and animal by-products, providing some protein content.
- Includes vegetable protein extracts, which can contribute to overall nutrition.
- Cereals provide carbohydrates, which are a source of energy for pets.
- Inclusion of vegetables may offer some additional nutrients.
Concerns
- Animal by-products can vary in quality and may not be as nutritious as whole meats.
- Presence of cereals may not be suitable for all pets, especially those with grain sensitivities.
- Use of unspecified oils and fats raises concerns about quality and source.
- Mineral substances are included, but their specific types and benefits are not detailed.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this pet food, not just listed as a raw label.
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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, providing energy. However, their quality can vary, and some pets may have sensitivities.
Role in formula: base
Original: céréales
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Is Vegetable Protein Extracts safe in this pet food?
Medium
Vegetable Protein Extracts is used here as base. These extracts contribute to the protein content of the food. Their quality can vary, and they may not provide the same benefits as animal proteins.
Role in formula: base
Original: extraits de protéines végétales
Read the full ingredient profile for Vegetable Protein Extracts
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Is Meat And Animal By Products safe in this pet food?
Medium
Meat And Animal By Products is used here as base. Comprising 10% of the product, these ingredients provide protein but can vary in quality, raising concerns about nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: viandes et sous-produits animaux
Read the full ingredient profile for Meat And Animal By Products
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Is Vegetable By Products safe in this pet food?
Medium
Vegetable By Products is used here as base. These by-products can offer some nutritional value but are often less desirable than whole vegetables.
Role in formula: base
Original: sous-produits d'origine végétale
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Is Oils And Fats safe in this pet food?
Medium
Oils And Fats is used here as base. The unspecified oils and fats can provide energy but raise concerns about their quality and source.
Role in formula: base
Original: huiles et graisses
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Is Mineral Substances safe in this pet food?
Medium
Mineral Substances is used here as base. Minerals are essential for pet health, but the lack of specification on types limits the assessment of their benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: substances minérales
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Is Yeasts safe in this pet food?
Medium
Yeasts is used here as base. Yeasts can contribute to the nutritional profile, particularly in B vitamins, but their specific role in this formulation is unclear.
Role in formula: base
Original: levures
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Is Vegetables safe in this pet food?
Good
Vegetables is used here as base. Vegetables can provide essential nutrients and fiber, contributing positively to the overall composition of the food.
Role in formula: base
Original: légumes
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: 4286863
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