Why is protein lower in wet cat food pouches than canned food?

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Hi. I'm feeding my cats both wet and dry. The dry food's crude protein have only 25% while the wet food in pouch have only 7%, but the canned food have 10% of the same brand. The quality of cat food of both wet and dry was good but I'm just worried about its crude protein. Why do you think they low the crude protein when it's in the pouch? Is this ok?

Dr. Strydom, DVM · Accepted Answer

Crude protein is just the name of the laboratory method used to chemically analyze and determine the amount of the protein nutrient. It does not refer to the quality of that nutrient. Look at the "Guaranteed Analysis" on the packaging for more information. If you can post again with the name of the food you are feeding we can maybe help you better. From what you described it sounds like the food you are feeding is just fine. Remember, these are pet cats, not wild animals. Their protein requirements would be lower than that of a wild cat.

Why is protein lower in wet cat food pouches than canned food?

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