Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized
Rating
Updated Jun 2026
Is Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized dry cat food good?
Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized is a dry cat food rated 4.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. The recipe lists most animal ingredients by name and features real muscle meat as a primary protein source. However, most minerals are supplied in inorganic forms that may be less well absorbed. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Nuts, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Egg, Legumes, Poultry, Red meat, Fish.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
- Includes plant ingredients that can provide fiber and natural antioxidants.
Cons
- Relies mostly on inorganic mineral supplements, which may be less bioavailable.
Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 46% |
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| Fat | 15% |
| Est. Carbs | 26% |
| Fiber | 3% |
| Ash | 10% |
Moisture (8%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 42% |
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| Fat | 14% |
| Est. Carbs | 24% |
| Fiber | 3% |
| Moisture | 8% |
| Ash | 9% |
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is High (46% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This is generally more aligned with cats' higher protein needs than lower-protein recipes, assuming the food is complete for the cat's life stage.
- Fat is Medium (15% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This is a moderate energy-density signal for many cats, but total calories and body condition still matter.
Ingredients Analysis
46 of 46 matched
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1 Fresh Chicken
Animal ProteinDescription
The dominant animal protein source in pet foods. Other than protein, it is also high in iron, zinc, selenium, and B vitamins.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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2 Fresh Turkey
Animal ProteinDescription
Fresh turkey meat, high in protein, packed with vitamin B3, B6, B12, selenium, zinc, and phosphorus.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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3 Dehydrated Chicken
Animal ProteinDescription
Dehydrated form of chicken. it is a meat concentrate that contains up to 4 times more protein than fresh chicken on dry matter basis.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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4 Dehydrated Pork
Animal ProteinDescription
A dehydrated form of pork, a meat concentrate that could contain 400% more protein than fresh pork. It is an excellent amount of vitamin B1. Compared to beef and chicken, pork has the highest fat content.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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5 Cassava Root
CarbsDescription
Known as tapioca, a starchy ingredient that is high in carbs and used as a filler in grain-free pet food.
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6 Whole Peas
Carbs Plant ProteinDescription
A type of legume that is added to boost up the protein content and acts as an alternative carb. It contains around 22% protein.
Digestion Concern
Legume contains oligosaccharides, which is a 3 - 5 carbon short-chain sugar that are indigestible by dogs / cats.
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7 Dehydrated Salmon
Animal ProteinDescription
The dehydrated form of salmon, a meat concentrate that could contain up to 400% more protein compared to fresh meat. It is one of the most nutrient-dense fish, high in protein, packed with omega 3s, B vitamins, and it is a good source of potassium selenium, and antioxidants.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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8 Dehydrated Potato
CarbsDescription
Contains mainly carbs, often used as an alternative filler for grain-free pet foods.
Why Concerned?
An inexpensive filler without gluten, with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.
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9 Dehydrated Anchovy
Animal ProteinDescription
Dehydrated anchovy, a concentrated source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
Why Prefer?
A named fish protein with omega-3 benefits.
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10 Dehydrated Horse Mackerel
Animal ProteinDescription
Dehydrated horse mackerel, a concentrated fish protein source.
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11 Dehydrated Mackerel
Animal ProteinDescription
A dehydrated form of mackerel, a meat concentrate contains up to 400% more protein than the fresh form. It is a greenish-blue back silverfish, high in protein, vitamin B12, and selenium. It is also an excellent source of omega 3s, similar to salmon.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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12 Brewer´s Yeast
(Detected): Brewer's Yeast
Plant Protein ConcentrateDescription
Made from fungus and often used to make beer, a rich source of minerals such as selenium. B-complex vitamins, and chromium. It contains around 40% protein.
Why Concerned?
A controversial ingredient, some believe it can support the immune system, while others say it can be linked to allergies and bloating. However, no scientific research can provide a concrete conclusion.
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13 Beet Pulp
CarbsDescription
The leftover pulp after sugar is extracted from sugar beets, contains higher fiber and less sugar compared to whole beets.
Why Concerned?
Controversial - Some say it is a good dietary fiber source, some believe it is just an inexpensive filler.
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14 Poultry Fat
FatDescription
Leftover fat during the production of unknown poultry meat meal. Poultry is a generic name that could include any domestic fowl like chicken, turkey, or duck of any condition.
Why Notice?
Often times generic name like poultry is used to cover the inferior meat quality from unknown sources, commonly found in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Unnamed poultry products could be made of "4-D animals" (dead, diseased, disabled, or dying prior to slaughter), turkey, chicken, roadkill, birds, which are not safe for consumption.
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15 Hydrolyzed Chicken Protein
Animal ProteinDescription
Chicken protein is broken down into smaller parts by using enzymes in a process called "Hydrolysis". MSG (food enhancer) is formed during the process.
Why Concerned?
An animal protein with high digestibility. However, MSG could be linked to several side effects including headache, nausea, and weakness.
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16 Dried Egg
Animal ProteinDescription
A dehydrated form of eggs, it contains almost every nutrient the body needs. It also has the highest biological value (protein absorption) among other animal proteins.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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17 Fresh Apple
CarbsDescription
Fresh apple providing carbs, fiber, and antioxidants.
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18 Fish Oil
FatDescription
Oil derived from fish, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, DHA, and EPA.
Why Concerned?
A high-quality animal fat with high digestibility and biological value.
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19 Rock Salt
Food AdditiveDescription
Natural mineral salt, a source of sodium and trace minerals.
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20 Dehydrated Alfalfa
Carbs Plant ProteinDescription
Typically used in horse feed, high in fiber, and contains around 20% plant protein.
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21 Fructo-oligo-saccharides
(Detected): Fructooligosaccharides
PrebioticsDescription
Known as FOS, a type of fiber derived from chicory roots, beets, or cane. It is added as prebiotics for good bacteria growth in the colon, which aids digestion.
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22 Mannan-oligosaccharides
(Detected): Mannanoligosaccharides
PrebioticsDescription
Known as MOS, a sugar extracted from yeast, added as a prebiotic. It is well known for its ability to bind pathogenic bacteria, such as E. coli and Salmonella, preventing them from growing in the intestine.
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23 Dehydrated Seaweed
CarbsDescription
An excellent source of various minerals including calcium, iron, magnesium. Rich in rare mineral iodine essential for healthy thyroid function.
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24 Glucosamine
SupplementDescription
The most common joint supplement for reducing the level of pain and inflammation.
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25 Chondroitin
SupplementDescription
Derived from animal parts containing cartilage, as a supplement to support joint health.
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26 Yucca
CarbsDescription
Yucca schidigera is a desert plant found in the arid southwestern US and Mexico. It has been shown to reduce fecal aroma (poop's smell) without any harmful effect.
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27 Cranberry
CarbsDescription
High in vitamin C and antioxidants, it is also best known for fighting Urinary Tract Infections. While it could be true for humans, the effect on pets is yet to be confirmed by further research.
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28 Thyme
CarbsDescription
A herb often used for cooking, a great source of vitamin C, A, copper, iron, and manganese.
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29 Chamomile Flower
CarbsDescription
Chamomile flowers with calming and anti-inflammatory properties.
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30 Fennel
CarbsDescription
Contains vitamins A and C, calcium, iron, and potassium. It is said to aid digestion for pets. More research is needed for confirmation.
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31 Echinacea
CarbsDescription
A herb used to support immune function.
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32 Green Tea
OthersDescription
One of the most healthy tea in the world. It contains catechins, which are natural antioxidants that help prevent radical damages to the body and offer many health benefits.
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33 Vitamin A
SupplementDescription
Supplement of vitamin A, it is essential for healthy skin, normal vision, and immune function.
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34 Vitamin D3
SupplementDescription
Supplement for vitamin D3 (animal-derived), which is essential for calcium homeostasis - to maintain a constant concentration of calcium. A deficiency will result in osteopenia (lower bone mass).
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35 Vitamin E
SupplementDescription
Supplement for vitamin E, which is an important antioxidant that protects oxidative damages on cellular membranes by free radicals. A deficiency will result in symptoms like anorexia, depression, and dermatitis.
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36 Vitamin C
SupplementDescription
Supplement for vitamin C, which can help to prevent oxidative damages by radicals, maintain healthy skin, and boost the immune system.
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37 Taurine
SupplementDescription
An essential amino acid (building blocks of protein) to maintain a healthy brain and heart functions.
Why Prefer?
A safe supplement to improve the completeness of essential amino acids profile (the building block of protein).
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38 L-carnitine
SupplementDescription
An amino acid that is naturally produced in the body. It is often added to pet foods because the normal cooking process degrades its availability from whole food.
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39 Copper Sulfate
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of copper, which is important for the production of blood cells, hair coat color pigmentation, and maintaining the nervous system. Compare to organic form, it has 5 - 15% less absorption rate to the body.
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40 Copper Amino Acid Chelate
SupplementDescription
An organic form of copper, which is important for the production of blood cells, hair coat color pigmentation, and maintaining the nervous system. Compare to inorganic form, it has 5 - 15% more absorption rate to the body.
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41 Manganese Oxide
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of manganese that has 5 - 15% less absorption rate than the organic form. It is essential for the transport and movement of oxygen around the body.
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42 Zinc Oxide
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of zinc, which is vital in skin function and wound healing, cell replication, the structure and function of biological membranes. Compare to organic form, it has 5 - 15% less absorption rate to the body.
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43 Ferrous Sulfate
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of iron. It is essential for the transport and movement of oxygen around the body. Compare to organic form, it has 5 - 15% less absorption rate to the body.
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44 Zinc Animo Acid Chelate
(Detected): Zinc Amino Acid Chelate
SupplementDescription
An organic form of zinc, which is vital in skin function and wound healing, cell replication, the structure and function of biological membranes. Compare to inorganic form, it has 5 - 15% more absorption rate to the body.
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45 Potassium Iodide
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of potassium, which offers 5 - 15% less absorption rate to the body. It is essential for important functions like nerve impulse transmission, muscle contraction, and carbon dioxide / oxygen transport.
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46 Sodium Selenite
Food AdditiveDescription
An inorganic selenium supplement. It remains controversial as the long term effect of consuming it is not known, and there is a much safer organic alternative available.
Why Concerned?
A food additive that is likely to be safe but unnecessary.
Tips
- Named animal proteins near the top: Fresh Chicken, Fresh Turkey are listed early in the ingredient panel.
- Plant protein is worth closer review for cats: Whole Peas may raise the listed protein percentage without meaning there is more meat.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Poultry Fat.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Poultry Fat have caution notes in the ingredient database.
- Possible digestion triggers: Whole Peas have digestion notes; watch tolerance if your pet has a sensitive stomach.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
High- Named 100%
Strong clarity: 100% of Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named (like chicken or salmon). Only 0% use vague terms such as "meat meal" and 0% are by-products. Named protein ingredients let you verify the source and check for allergens.
Contributing ingredients
Named
Animal Protein
High- Animal 97%
- Plant 3%
- Auxiliary 0%
Meat-forward: 97% of the weighted protein in Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized comes from animal sources. Plant signals are modest (3% whole plants, 0% plant concentrates), so the protein profile leans on real meat.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
Plant
Auxiliary
Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized dry cat food Review
Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized is a strong choice — rated 4.5 stars with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. A confident pick when the ingredient panel matches your pet's needs.
Best for
- Owners who want clearly named protein sources
- Pets avoiding gluten grains
- Pets that thrive on muscle-meat protein
Avoid if
- Your pet is allergic to eggs
- You're avoiding legumes
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 100% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Contains common allergens: Egg, Legumes, Poultry, Red meat, Fish.
- On a dry-matter basis: 46% protein, 15% fat, 26% estimated carbohydrates.
- 97% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Nuts, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized good for cats?
Yes — rated 4.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content.
Does Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized contain Dairy?
No — based on the ingredient list, Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized doesn't include Dairy or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized contain Egg?
Yes — based on the ingredient list, Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized contains Egg, so pets sensitive to Egg should generally avoid this product or consult a vet first.
Does Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized contain Legumes?
Yes — based on the ingredient list, Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized contains Legumes, so pets sensitive to Legumes should generally avoid this product or consult a vet first.
Does Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized contain Nuts?
No — based on the ingredient list, Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.
Is Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized grain-free?
Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.
What are the main protein sources in Ownat Prime Grain Free Sterilized?
The top animal proteins are Fresh Chicken, Fresh Turkey, Dehydrated Chicken — clearly named, so you can verify the source.
