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Meow Mix Hairball Control

Manufacturer: Meow Mix

Meow Mix Meow Mix Hairball Control Chicken, Turkey, Salmon & Ocean Fish
55.1Technical Score

The Meow Mix Hairball Control (Meow Mix) earned a technical score of 55.1/100 (rated ❌ Below Standard) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (63 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (27 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for cats delivers 35.23% protein and 12.5% fat. The analysis is computed by algorithm, with no payment or interference from brands.

Is Meow Mix Hairball Control good?

Not the best choice. Meow Mix Hairball Control is in the "Below Standard" band (technical score 55.1/100). See the higher-scoring alternatives on this page. The score combines nutritional density (IDNM 63) and ingredient purity (IPFI 27), with 35.23% protein and 12.5% fat on a dry-matter basis. At 3404 kcal/kg, FEDIAF maintenance needs work out to 56–74 g per day for an adult cat weighing 4 kg (full table below).

Nutritional Analysis

IDNM (Nutrient Density)63 / 100
IPFI (Ingredient Purity)27 / 100
Final Score55.1

Dry-Matter Composition

Protein35.23%
Fat12.5%

Composition and Energy

Values as declared in the manufacturer guaranteed analysis (as-fed basis — as printed on the bag).

Nutritional composition of Meow Mix Hairball Control (metabolizable energy when available in the dataset)
NutrientValue
Crude protein31 %
Crude fat11 %
Crude fiber7 %
Moisture12 %
Metabolizable energy3404 kcal/kg

How much to feed per day

Estimated daily serving (g/day) based on the metabolizable energy of this food (3404 kcal/kg) and the maintenance energy requirement (MER) of an adult cat per FEDIAF 2024, from the lowest value (low-activity dog; neutered or indoor cat) to the moderate one (moderately active dog; active cat). It is a starting point: adjust to your pet's body condition and your veterinarian's advice. The calculation ignores age, neutering (in dogs) and individual clinical conditions.

Recommended daily serving in grams per day of Meow Mix Hairball Control by the weight of the cat
Weight of the catEnergy requirementRecommended serving
3 kg157–209 kcal/day46–61 g/day
4 kg190–253 kcal/day56–74 g/day
5 kg220–294 kcal/day65–86 g/day
6 kg249–332 kcal/day73–98 g/day

Formula: maintenance energy (kcal/day) = coefficient × weight(kg)^exponent. Dogs: coefficient 95 (low activity) to 110 (moderate activity), exponent 0.75 (FEDIAF 2024, Table VII-7, p. 55). Cats: coefficient 75 (neutered or indoor) to 100 (active), exponent 0.67 (FEDIAF 2024, Table VII-9, p. 57). Portion (g/day) = energy requirement ÷ (food kcal/kg ÷ 1000). Source: FEDIAF, Nutritional Guidelines for Complete and Complementary Pet Food for Cats and Dogs, July 2024.

Ingredients

  1. 1Chicken By-Product Meal
  2. 2Corn Protein Meal
  3. 3Ground Corn
  4. 4Brewers Rice
  5. 5Ground Soybean Hulls
  6. 6Beef Tallow (Mixed Tocopherols Used As A Preservative)
  7. 7Powdered Cellulose
  8. 8Soybean Oil (BHA/BHT Used As A Preservative)
  9. 9Natural Flavor
  10. 10Calcium Carbonate

What we like

  • ✓taurine declared
  • ✓rosemary extract

Points of concern

  • ⚠grain splitting
  • ⚠mixed preservatives (partly artificial)
  • ⚠BHA
  • ⚠BHT
  • ⚠artificial colors
✓ Verified data

www.meowmix.com — guaranteed analysis, complete ingredient list, and AAFCO statement read 2026-09-03

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Frequently asked questions about Meow Mix Hairball Control

What is the technical score of Meow Mix Hairball Control?
Meow Mix Hairball Control (Meow Mix) scores 55.1/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (63 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (27 points), by the formula (IDNM × 0.55) + (IPFI × 0.45). The analysis is 100% algorithmic, with no interference from brands.
How much protein does Meow Mix Hairball Control have?
On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Meow Mix Hairball Control has 35.23% protein and 12.5% fat. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for cats with different moisture levels.
Is Meow Mix Hairball Control a good food for cats?
Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Meow Mix Hairball Control is "Below Standard" (score 55.1/100). Strengths: taurine declared, rosemary extract. Points of concern: grain splitting, mixed preservatives (partly artificial). Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your cat.

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