Pretty Wild
Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley
Rating
Is Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley dry cat food good?
Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley is a dry cat food rated 3 stars, with moderate ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. However, animal by-products make up a significant share of the protein. This recipe is free from Grains (gluten-free), Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Gluten grains, Dairy, Poultry, Fish.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Includes plant ingredients that can provide fiber and natural antioxidants.
Cons
- Relies heavily on animal by-products, which can vary in quality.
- Uses more animal by-products than muscle meat as protein sources.
- Some non-animal ingredients are not clearly identified, which reduces formula transparency.
Ingredients Analysis
21 of 21 matched
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1 Cereals and Grains
CarbsDescription
Unspecified mixture of cereals and grains.
Why Notice?
Does not specify which grains are used, reducing transparency. Often seen in low quality pet foods.
Allergen Concern
May contain gluten-containing grains.
Digestion Concern
Unspecified grains may cause digestive issues.
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2 Meat And Meat By-products
Animal ProteinDescription
Made of unnamed animal parts leftover after muscle meat is removed in the slaughterhouse. It could include anything from necks, undeveloped eggs, feet, and internal organs.
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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3 Plant By-Products
CarbsDescription
Unspecified by-products from plant processing.
Why Notice?
Vague ingredient with no specific plant source identified. Often low quality filler.
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4 Sweet Potato Powder
CarbsDescription
An alternative high carbs filler with an excellent amount of vitamin A, C, B6.
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5 Animal Digest
(Detected): Animal Digests
Animal ProteinDescription
A broth of unspecified parts of unspecified animals after a long process of cooking. It is mainly used to improve the flavor of pet foods.
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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6 Vegetable Oil
FatDescription
Could be oil extracted from any type of vegetables, usually refer to less appealing oils like grapeseed or corn oil, as a substitute for more expensive and nutritious like animal fats.
Why Concerned?
Unspecified plant products made of unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Without specifying the source, by-products and contaminated plant parts could be used to produce unnamed plant products.
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7 Vitamins and Minerals
SupplementDescription
A generic blend of vitamins and minerals to ensure complete nutrition.
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8 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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9 Fish And Fish By-products
Animal ProteinDescription
A generic by-product meat meal that does not specify the sources of the fish. It is often made from the residue of animals after removing the parts for human consumption.
Why Notice?
An inexpensive, low-quality animal protein source with low digestibility compared to normal muscle meats. By-products are often seen in inferior grade pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
It could be made of parts that are unsafe for humans, such as contaminated dead bodies, which could cause severe illness.
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10 Brewers Dried Yeast
(Detected): Brewer Dried 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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11 Cheese Powder
Animal ProteinDescription
Dried cheese in powder form, a source of protein and calcium.
Why Concerned?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value. However, dairy products are best avoided for pets with sensitive digestion.
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12 Vegetables
CarbsDescription
Could be any type of vegetables and legumes, such as beets, potatoes, or soybeans.
Why Concerned?
Unspecified plant products made of unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Without specifying the source, by-products and contaminated plant parts could be used to produce unnamed plant products.
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13 Amino Acid
SupplementDescription
Building blocks of proteins, usually added to improve the protein quality and amino acid profile of pet foods.
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14 Fruits
CarbsDescription
A general term for fruit ingredients, specific sources not identified.
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15 Collagen
Animal ProteinDescription
Collagen is one of the major building blocks of bones, skin, and muscles. In pet food, it is a general belief that it can help to maintain pet's bone and joint health.
Why Prefer?
A safe supplement to improve the quality of protein.
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16 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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17 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.
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18 Evening Primrose Oil
FatDescription
The oil extracted from the seed of the "Evening Primrose" flower. Its content of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an omega 6s fat, was said to beneficial to skin health.
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19 Propionic Acid
Food AdditiveDescription
A food additive used as a preservative for food.
Why Concerned?
A food additive that might cause health issues.
Uncertain/Risky
It is classified as a corrosive chemical, which can cause headaches, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
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20 Duck Flavor
(Detected): Duck Flavour
SupplementDescription
A flavor made of duck parts, it is used to make pet food more tasty and palatable.
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21 Rosemary Extract
CarbsDescription
A common herb used for cooking, it is rich in antioxidants to fight off radical damages in the body.
Tips
- Some protein sources are less clear: Fish And Fish By-products appear near the top without a clearly defined animal source.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Cereals and Grains, Meat And Meat By-products, Plant By-Products.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Meat And Meat By-products, Animal Digest, Vegetable Oil, and 4 more have caution notes in the ingredient database.
- Possible allergy triggers: Cereals and Grains have allergen notes; review them if your pet has sensitivities.
- Possible digestion triggers: Cereals and Grains, Cellulose have digestion notes; watch tolerance if your pet has a sensitive stomach.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
Low- Named 33%
- By-products 67%
Low clarity: only 33% of Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named. 0% use vague terms such as "meat meal" and 67% are by-products. Named protein ingredients let you verify the source and spot allergens; vague ones don't.
Contributing ingredients
Named
By-products
Animal Protein
High- Animal 97%
- Auxiliary 3%
Meat-forward: 97% of the weighted protein in Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley comes from animal sources. Plant signals are modest (0% whole plants, 0% plant concentrates), so the protein profile leans on real meat.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
Auxiliary
Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley dry cat food Review
Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley is a solid mid-tier dry cat food at 3 stars, with moderate ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. It has clear strengths alongside a few trade-offs worth weighing.
Avoid if
- Your pet has a grain or gluten sensitivity
- Your pet is allergic to dairy
- Ingredient transparency is non-negotiable
Key takeaways
- Animal by-products account for 67% of the protein, which can vary in quality.
- Contains common allergens: Gluten grains, Dairy, Poultry, Fish.
- 97% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Grains (gluten-free), Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
- Overall rating: 3 stars, based on transparency, protein source, and macro balance.
Frequently asked questions
Is Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley good for cats?
Mostly — a solid mid-tier pick at 3 stars, with moderate ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. Best paired with knowledge of your pet's needs.
Does Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley contain Dairy?
Yes — based on the ingredient list, Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley contains Dairy, so pets sensitive to Dairy should generally avoid this product or consult a vet first.
Does Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley contain Egg?
No — based on the ingredient list, Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley doesn't include Egg or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley contain Legumes?
No — based on the ingredient list, Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley doesn't include Legumes or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley contain Nuts?
No — based on the ingredient list, Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.
Is Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley grain-free?
No — the recipe contains Gluten grains.
What are the main protein sources in Pretty Wild Crunch Collection Dental Treat Medley?
The top animal proteins are Cheese Powder — clearly named, so you can verify the source.
