Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older)
Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) scores 2.5/5 on Moesonson's label-based analysis. Its strongest factor is animal-protein content (moderate — 72% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources); its weakest is protein clarity (moderate — 50% of the recipe's protein panel is clearly named).
Rating
Updated Aug 2026
How this score is made
This score isn’t a hand-wavy impression: it reads what the label actually prints — the ingredient list, guaranteed analysis and AAFCO adequacy statement — and runs it through the same algorithmic rubric as every other product. No brand pays for placement, and there are no affiliate links on reviewed products.
Is Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) dry cat food good?
Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) is a dry cat food rated 2.5 stars, with moderate ingredient transparency and moderate animal protein content. Real muscle meat appears as a primary protein source, supported by whole-food ingredients. However, most minerals are supplied in inorganic forms that may be less well absorbed. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Dairy, Egg, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish but contains Grains (gluten-free), Legumes, Poultry, Fish, Unknown Fish Meal.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Contains organ meats that provide natural vitamins and minerals.
Cons
- Some non-animal ingredients are not clearly identified, which reduces formula transparency.
- Relies mostly on inorganic mineral supplements, which may be less bioavailable.
Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 40% |
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| Fat | 14% |
| Est. Carbs | 28% |
| Fiber | 4% |
| Ash | 13% |
Moisture (10%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 36% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 13% |
| Est. Carbs | 26% |
| Fiber | 4% |
| Moisture | 10% |
| Ash | 12% |
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is High (40% 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 (14% 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
43 of 43 matched
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1 Corn
CarbsDescription
A grain that is often referred as "cheap filler" in pet foods, mainly due to its high carbs content and low to moderate nutrition profile.
Why Concerned?
A controversial filler with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.
Allergen Concern
One of the most reported ingredients to be the likely cause of allergies. This could be due to the undiscovered contaminants within corns. Contrary to the real situation, studies show that the chance of getting corn allergy is 14% and only accounts for 3% of allergies.
Digestion Concern
It is high in cellulose, which is an insoluble fiber that is hard to digest.
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2 Corn Gluten Meal
Plant Protein ConcentrateDescription
Produced during wet milling of corn by separating protein from the starch. It contains 60% of protein, a relatively inexpensive source to boost up the protein level of pet foods.
Why Notice?
High level of plant-based protein is not easy to digest and offers less biological value. Good quality pet foods should obtain sufficient protein from animal sources.
Allergen Concern
Made with corn, which is one of the most reported ingredients to be the likely cause of allergies. This could be due to the undiscovered contaminants within corns. Contrary to the real situation, studies show that the chance of getting corn allergy is 14% and only accounts for 3% of allergies.
Digestion Concern
A high dose of plant-based protein is hard for digestion and offers much less biological value (less absorbed by the body) to pets compared to animal protein.
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3 Meat Meal
Animal ProteinDescription
The dehydrated form of meat from unnamed animals, contains up to 400% more protein than the fresh form.
Why Notice?
Unspecified animal products from unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Could be made from any animals, including "4-D animals" (dead, diseased, disabled, or dying prior to slaughter). Contaminated meats can lead to severe illnesses.
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4 Chicken Meal
Animal ProteinDescription
A 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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5 Chicken Liver Powder
Animal ProteinDescription
A concentrated powder from chicken livers, rich in vitamin A, B12, iron, and flavor.
Why Prefer?
Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.
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6 Animal Fat
FatDescription
Leftover fat during the production of unknown animal meat meal.
Why Notice?
Unspecified animal products from unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Could be made from any animals, including "4-D animals" (dead, diseased, disabled, or dying prior to slaughter). Contaminated meats can lead to severe illnesses.
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7 Okara
Plant ProteinDescription
Okara is the soy pulp remaining after soy milk production. As a soy derivative, it is a potential allergen.
Why Concerned?
Okara is a soy-derived ingredient — a potential allergen for sensitive pets.
Allergen Concern
Soy-derived ingredient that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive pets.
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8 Defatted Soybeans
(Detected): Defatted Soybean
Carbs Plant ProteinDescription
One of the legumes with the highest protein content (more than 30%!), a low-cost substitute for animal protein.
Why Concerned?
High level of plant-based protein is not easy to digest and offers less biological value. Good quality pet foods should obtain sufficient protein from animal sources.
Allergen Concern
Soy is one of the most reported allergens, causing itchy skin, hair loss, and excessive scratching.
Digestion Concern
Legume contains oligosaccharides, which is a 3 - 5 carbon short-chain sugar that are indigestible by dogs / cats.
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9 Fish Meal
Animal ProteinDescription
A dehydrated form of unnamed fish. It is a meat concentrate that contains up to 4 times more protein than fresh fish on dry matter basis.
Why Notice?
It does not state what kind of fish is used to make the ingredient. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Unnamed fish products could source from sick, deadly animal bodies. It is a potential risk for severe illness.
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10 Fish Extract
Animal ProteinDescription
A flavor made of unnamed fish, it is used to make pet food more tasty and palatable.
Why Notice?
It does not state what kind of fish is used to make the ingredient. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Unnamed fish products could source from sick, deadly animal bodies. It is a potential risk for severe illness.
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11 Cellulose
CarbsDescription
The substance provides strength and rigidity to plants, which are mostly made of insoluble fiber. It is commonly added to pet foods to reduce the calorie content for the "weight management" type.
Why Notice?
Unspecified plant products made of unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Digestion Concern
Dogs and cats lack the enzymes capable of digesting cellulose. A high level of fiber could interfere with the digestion of protein and other minerals.
Uncertain/Risky
Could be made up of cheap and unwanted fiber by-products. However, from our research, most cellulose used in pet food is made up of pine trees.
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12 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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13 Beta-Glucan
Food AdditiveDescription
A polysaccharide that supports immune function and gut health.
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14 Vitamin A
SupplementDescription
Supplement of vitamin A, it is essential for healthy skin, normal vision, and immune function.
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15 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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16 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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17 Vitamin K3
SupplementDescription
Menadione, a synthetic form of vitamin K essential for blood clotting.
Why Concerned?
A synthetic vitamin that has been controversial due to potential toxicity at high doses.
Uncertain/Risky
Synthetic form with potential toxicity concerns at high doses.
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18 Vitamin B1
SupplementDescription
Supplement for vitamin B1, which is important for energy production and glucose metabolism.
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19 Vitamin B2
SupplementDescription
Supplement for vitamin B2, which is vital for breaking down food and absorbing nutrients. A deficiency will result in symptoms like anorexia and weight loss.
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20 Pantothenic Acid
SupplementDescription
A water-soluble dietary supplement for vitamin B5, which is essential for energy metabolism in the body.
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21 Niacin
SupplementDescription
Known as vitamin B3, essential to maintain healthy GI tracts, skin/coat, and nervous system.
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22 Vitamin B6
SupplementDescription
Supplement for vitamin B6, which is vital for producing glucose, red blood cells, and synthesis of niacin, taurine, dopamine. A deficiency will result in symptoms like anemia, seizures, and heart-related issues.
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23 Folic Acid
SupplementDescription
A synthetic form of folate, which is also known as vitamin B9. It plays an important role to support the body's functions, such as cell growth.
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24 Biotin
SupplementDescription
A water-soluble vitamin B that is important for maintaining healthy skin, coat, and nails.
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25 Vitamin B12
SupplementDescription
Supplement for vitamin B12, which is vital for carbon transfer and propionate metabolism. A deficiency will result in symptoms similar to gastrointestinal disorders, such as diarrhea and weight loss.
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26 Choline
SupplementDescription
Vital molecule for various functions in the body, lack of choline can result in weight loss, vomiting, and fatty liver.
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27 Inositol
SupplementDescription
Also known as vitamin B8, is a micro-nutrient currently not required by AAFCO. It is said to facilitate other vitamin B actions. The evidence to support the benefit of this supplement is still lacking currently.
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28 Calcium
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of calcium, it is essential in the formation of bones / teeth and different cellular functions. Compare to organic form, it has 5 - 15% less absorption rate to the body.
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29 Phosphorus
SupplementDescription
An inorganic form of phosphate, has 5 - 15% less absorption rate compared to the organic form. Phosphorus is essential for various body functions, especially critical to maintain normal metabolism.
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30 Sodium
OthersDescription
Mainly added to enhance the flavor, might cause kidney and blood pressure issues in a larger dose. High-quality pet foods should get a sufficient amount from raw meat, additional salt is not necessary.
Why Concerned?
A controversial ingredient that might cause health issues, unnecessary for the risk.
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31 Potassium
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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32 Chlorine
SupplementDescription
A mineral element, likely referring to a chloride compound for mineral balance.
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33 Iron
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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34 Cobalt
SupplementDescription
A trace mineral essential for vitamin B12 synthesis.
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35 Copper
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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36 Manganese
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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37 Zinc
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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38 Iodine
SupplementDescription
Supplement for iodine, a rare mineral essential for healthy thyroid function, usually found in seaweed.
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39 Methionine
SupplementDescription
Added to balance the amino acids profile of pet foods with limited amounts of meat protein. Meat / fish naturally contains methionine, which does not require extra supplements. It is sometimes used to help support urine acidification.
Why Concerned?
A safe supplement to improve the completeness of essential amino acids profile (the building block of protein). However, it could imply the lack of meat protein - usually in lower quality pet foods.
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40 L-tryptophan
(Detected): Tryptophan
SupplementDescription
An essential amino acid (building blocks of protein) required for normal growth.
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41 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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42 Rosemary Extract
CarbsDescription
A common herb used for cooking, it is rich in antioxidants to fight off radical damages in the body.
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43 Mixed Tocopherols
Food AdditiveDescription
A mixture of different types of vitamin E, usually found in plant oils, seed and green vegetables. They are powerful antioxidants used as a natural preservative to slow down the spoilage of food.
Tips
- Some protein sources are less clear: Meat Meal, Fish Meal, Fish Extract appear near the top without a clearly defined animal source.
- Plant protein is worth closer review for cats: Corn Gluten Meal, Okara, Defatted Soybeans may raise the listed protein percentage without meaning there is more meat.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Corn Gluten Meal, Meat Meal, Animal Fat.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Meat Meal, Animal Fat, Fish Meal, and 3 more have caution notes in the ingredient database.
- Possible allergy triggers: Corn, Corn Gluten Meal, Okara, and 1 more have allergen notes; review them if your pet has sensitivities.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
Moderate- Named 50%
- Unnamed 50%
Mixed clarity: 50% of Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older)'s animal-protein ingredients are clearly named, but 50% use vague terms such as "meat meal" and 0% are by-products. Where names are vague, you cannot verify the source or check for allergens.
Contributing ingredients
Named
Unnamed
Animal Protein
Moderate- Animal 72%
- Plant 5%
- Plant concentrate 23%
Mixed protein sources in Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older): 72% animal, 5% whole plants, and 23% plant-protein concentrates. The recipe combines meat with notable plant-protein signals.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
Plant
Plant concentrate
Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) dry cat food Review
Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) is a solid mid-tier dry cat food at 2.5 stars, with moderate ingredient transparency and moderate animal protein content. It has clear strengths alongside a few trade-offs worth weighing.
Avoid if
- You're avoiding legumes
- You need to know the exact animal source of every protein
- You're avoiding plant-protein concentrates like pea or soy isolate
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 50% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Plant-protein concentrates appear in the top 10 ingredients: Corn Gluten Meal.
- Contains common allergens: Grains (gluten-free), Legumes, Poultry, Fish, Unknown Fish Meal.
- On a dry-matter basis: 40% protein, 14% fat, 28% estimated carbohydrates.
- 72% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
Frequently asked questions
Is Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) good for cats?
Mostly — Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) is a solid mid-tier choice at 2.5 out of 5 stars on Moesonson’s label-based analysis, pairing moderate ingredient transparency with moderate animal protein content. It shows real strengths alongside a few trade-offs, so weigh the ingredient list against your cat’s needs — allergies, life stage and protein preference.
Does Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) does not include Dairy or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) contain Egg?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) does not include Egg or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) contain Legumes?
Yes — according to the printed ingredient list, Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) contains Legumes. Pets with a known Legumes sensitivity should generally avoid this recipe, or check with a veterinarian first. Moesonson flags allergens directly from the label’s ingredient panel, so this reflects what the manufacturer actually declares.
Does Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) does not include Nuts or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Is Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) grain-free?
No — Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) is not grain-free: the printed ingredient list includes Grains (gluten-free). That mainly matters for pets with a diagnosed grain sensitivity or allergy; most cats tolerate grains well as an energy source. If your cat must avoid grains, choose a recipe without these ingredients.
What are the main protein sources in Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older)?
The main animal proteins in Medyfas Advance Two Types of Urinary Stone Care Chicken & Fish Flavor (1 Year and Older) are Chicken Meal, Chicken Liver Powder. Each is named by species on the printed ingredient list — a protein-clarity strength in Moesonson’s scoring, because named sources let you verify what your cat is eating and avoid specific proteins when managing food allergies.
