Name: Special Kitty Chicken Selection Adult Dry Cat Food
Brand: Special Kitty
SKU: 373626

Ingredients & minerals

Cobalt Carbonate

Inhalation toxicity, irritant, sensitizer, potential carcinogen with occupational exposure, toxicity if ingested or inhaled at high levels

Menhaden Fish Oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols)

Potential oxidation and rancidity if not stabilized, high PUFA content with potential oxidative instability

Soybean Meal

GMO sourcing, hexane solvent residues, estrogenic activity, allergenicity, potential endocrine disruption

Animal Fat (Preserved with BHA and Citric Acid)

High saturated fat content, increased risk of cardiovascular disease, BHA is a potential carcinogen, BHA can cause allergic reactions, BHA is controversial and limited in use by FDA regulations

Manganous Oxide

Inhalation toxicity, irritation to respiratory tract and skin, potential neurotoxicity with chronic exposure

Meat and Bone Meal

Potential for contamination with pathogens or prions, heavy metal accumulation, mad cow disease (BSE) risk if improperly processed, not approved for human consumption

Ferrous sulfate

Gastrointestinal irritation, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, risk of iron overdose especially in children

Copper Sulfate

Potential toxicity at high doses, gastrointestinal irritation, liver and kidney damage with chronic exposure, not recommended for direct human supplementation without medical oversight

Folic acid

Excessive intake may mask vitamin B12 deficiency, potential unmetabolized folic acid accumulation

Ground Wheat

Rich in dietary fiber, source of essential nutrients like magnesium and iron, contains B vitamins

Salt

Essential electrolyte, supports nerve transmission, aids fluid balance

Pyridoxine Hydrochloride

Supports normal metabolism, nervous system function, red blood cell formation

Potassium Chloride

Electrolyte balance support, potassium source, helps maintain normal cell function

FD&C Yellow 5 [E102]

Coloring agent improving visual appeal of products

Blue #2

Provides blue color to products for aesthetic appeal

Seafood and turkey flavors

Flavor enhancement enhances palatability, supports product acceptance

Whole Grain Ground Corn

High in dietary fiber, source of essential nutrients such as magnesium and B vitamins, may support heart health

Brewer's Dried Yeast

Rich source of B-vitamins, high protein content, source of minerals such as selenium and chromium, potential cholesterol-lowering effects

Choline chloride

Supports liver function, brain development, neurotransmitter synthesis, cell membrane structure

Taurine

Supports cellular hydration, antioxidant effects, may improve exercise performance

DL-Methionine

Essential amino acid necessary for protein synthesis, methylation reactions, antioxidant support via precursor to glutathione

Vitamin E Supplement

Antioxidant activity, supports immune function, protects cells from oxidative damage

Zinc sulfate

Essential trace mineral for immune function, enzyme activity, wound healing

Zinc oxide

Effective broad-spectrum UV protection, antimicrobial properties, skin barrier support

Niacin Supplement

Supports energy metabolism, can improve lipid profiles at therapeutic doses

Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2)

Supports energy metabolism, prevents riboflavin deficiency, maintains skin and eye health, supports nerve function

D-Calcium Pantothenate

Supports energy metabolism, involved in synthesis of coenzyme A, important for skin and hair health

Thiamine Mononitrate

Essential nutrient, supports energy metabolism, nerve function

Riboflavin Supplement

Supports energy production, antioxidant role, contributes to skin and eye health

Biotin

Supports energy metabolism, coenzyme for key metabolic pathways

Vitamin B12 Supplement

Prevents and treats vitamin B12 deficiency, supports neurological health, aids red blood cell production

Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Source of Vitamin K Activity)

Provides vitamin K activity, supports blood coagulation, bone metabolism

Sodium selenite

Essential micronutrient for antioxidant enzymes and thyroid function, important trace element

Calcium Iodate

Provides dietary iodine essential for thyroid hormone synthesis and normal metabolic function