Purina^® Pro Plan^® Cat Food

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Because cats are naturally carnivores, their bodies work best with high levels of protein. PRO PLAN brand cat food, with real chicken, lamb, turkey or salmon as the #1 ingredient, gives cats the protein they love and their bodies need. Developed for your cat's unique metabolism, the optimal protein in PRO PLAN cat food helps maintain muscle mass for strength and a healthy energy level.

Protein helps support a range of benefits for your cat. Although only a part of a cat's complex nutritional needs, appropriate levels of protein are necessary for:

• Bright, Healthy Eyes: Taurine, one of the amino acids found in protein, is essential for healthy vision
• Strength and Energy: Protein helps support muscle mass and can be used as an energy source
• Healthy Digestion and a Strong Immune System

Why is a high-protein diet important for cats?

Cats are strict carnivores, so their metabolism and dietary needs are different from most other species, including dogs. As carnivores, their bodies work best with high levels of protein and lower levels of carbohydrates.

How do cats benefit from a high-protein diet?

Cats metabolize protein more efficiently than carbohydrates, which is why protein should be a main nutrient in their diet. High protein levels are required for cats to maintain lean muscle mass for strength and a healthy energy level. Optimal levels of protein in the diet help sustain a healthy skin and hair coat, and a high protein, lower-carbohydrate diet also promotes a healthy weight.

How does protein maintain lean muscle mass?

All mammals need optimal levels of protein in their diets to maintain the strength and function of skeletal muscle. Optimal protein levels also promote optimal protein turnover, or the redistribution of amino acids from the skeletal muscle and other tissues to support key metabolic functions. When cats receive an adequate amount of dietary protein, the amino acids lost from the skeletal muscle are replaced with dietary amino acids and lean body mass is maintained. If they receive an insufficient amount of protein, protein turnover continues but at a slower rate, which can result in a loss of lean body mass.

Dry Formulas

PRO PLAN Dry Cat Food for adult cats delivers a host of benefits:

• Real chicken, salmon, lamb or turkey is the #1 ingredient to satisfy even the most finicky cat
• Provides high levels of protein to help maintain muscle mass for strength and a healthy energy level
• Healthy skin and a lustrous, shiny coat from Purina's combination of Omega fatty acids, plus Vitamin A and high quality protein
• Complete nutrition with antioxidants helps support a strong immune system
• Helps reduce accumulation of plaque and tartar, maintain healthy teeth and promote fresh breath

Wet Formulas

PRO PLAN Wet Cat Food formulas go beyond just being delicious. Our line-up includes a selection of special-needs formulas such as Urinary Tract Health, Hairball Management, and Weight Management Formulas rich in real chicken, turkey or fish.

Made with real chicken, turkey or fish and other wholesome ingredients for exceptional palatability.

• 100% complete and balanced nutrition for cats at each lifestage to help support a strong immune system
• High-quality ingredients for an exceptional taste that cats love
• Rich in omega fatty acids and taurine
• Available in a tender ground variety ideal for older cats, tender bite-sized morsels in gravy or sauce, and classic loaf for cats preferring a food without gravy

Available EXCLUSIVELY at Pet Specialty Retailers.