Sardine Meal
Our ingredient score: 5 / 5 · Named animal protein · How We Score
Mackerel and sardines are among the richest fish sources of omega-3 fatty acids. Small fish such as sardines and Atlantic mackerel build up very little mercury; high mercury is found in large species such as king mackerel. These fish have a strong flavor that many cats accept readily.
Common Questions
Is sardine meal safe for cats?
Sardine meal is made from sardines, small oily fish, that have been cooked, dried and ground. It supplies animal protein and omega-3 fatty acids. The Merck Veterinary Manual names fish as one of the most common food allergens in cats. If your cat has a food allergy or another medical condition, ask your veterinarian before changing foods.
Source: merckvetmanual.com
What is sardine meal?
Sardine meal is a dry protein powder made from whole sardines. Cooking and drying remove most of the water, so the meal is far more concentrated than fresh fish. It carries protein, minerals from the bones and some of the fish's natural oil. Its strong flavor is one reason pet food makers use it, since many cats eat it readily.
Are sardines high in mercury?
No, sardines are among the lowest mercury fish. FDA and EPA fish advice, written for people, lists sardines under Best Choices, the group lower in mercury. Fish like swordfish, shark and king mackerel are at the other end of that chart, on the list of choices to avoid with the highest mercury levels.
Source: fda.gov
Can cats eat canned sardines?
Canned sardines made for people are different from sardine meal in a complete cat food. Cornell's Feline Health Center reports that some cats fed canned fish products meant for humans developed potentially serious neurological problems. Human canned fish is also not balanced for cats. If you want to give sardines as a treat, ask your veterinarian first, especially if your cat has a health condition.
Source: vet.cornell.edu
How does Pettings score sardine meal?
Pettings gives sardine meal 5 out of 5 and lists it as a named animal protein. It appears on 1 of the 149 dry cat foods we list. It earns the top score as a named fish protein. Each food's page shows how the whole recipe scores overall.
How Foods With Sardine Meal Compare
Sardine Meal is on the label of 1 of the 149 dry cat foods we list.