Is the COMPANINO Vitalive Original Selection Sauce suitable for all life stages of cats, including kittens and senior cats?

The product is marketed as an adult cat diet and is formulated with nutrient levels appropriate for mature felines; it may not meet the higher protein and calorie needs of growing kittens or the reduced energy requirements of senior cats, so veterinarians usually recommend a diet specifically labeled for those life stages.

What are the primary protein sources in this cat food, and how does its inclusion of grains and animal by-products affect feline digestion?

The main protein sources are minced beef, turkey, lamb, chicken and fish, each contributing roughly 30-36% of the formula, while cereals provide carbohydrates; animal by-products add additional protein and fat but can be less digestible for some cats, whereas the grain component may increase carbohydrate load, potentially impacting cats that thrive on lower-carb diets.

Does this formula contain common cat allergens, and are there any specific feeding guidelines to avoid allergic reactions?

Yes, the recipe includes fish and multiple meat proteins, which are among the most frequent allergens in cats; owners should introduce the food gradually, monitor for signs of itching, gastrointestinal upset, or skin lesions, and consult a veterinarian if an allergy is suspected, possibly opting for a limited-ingredient alternative.

Carrefour • 1,2 kg (12 x 100 g)

COMPANINO Vitalive Original Selection Sauce

Petfood

Product Insights

COMPANINO Vitalive Original Selection Sauce is a wet cat food formulated for adult felines, offering a variety of animal-based proteins such as beef, turkey, lamb, chicken and fish together with cereals, plant-derived inulin, minerals and added sugars. The formula is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA group 4) and contains several nutritional additives, including vitamin D3, vitamin E, biotin, zinc, manganese, copper, iodine and taurine, which provide essential nutrients for cats. However, the high moisture (about 82%) and added sugars, along with the use of animal by-products, may be a concern for cats that require low-carbohydrate diets or have sensitivities to certain proteins.

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Fruits & Vegetables0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical dry cat foods, this wet cat food delivers higher moisture and a broader mix of animal proteins but its added sugars and inclusion of animal by-products place it toward the more processed end of the market.

Ingredients

Emincés en sauce au bœuf : viandes et sous-produits animaux (36%, dont 4% de bœuf), céréales, sous-produits d'origine végétale (dont 0,4% d'inuline de chicorée), substances minérales, sucres. _Emincés en sauce à la dinde :_ viandes et sous-produits animaux (36%, dont 4% de dinde), céréales, sous-produits d'origine végétale (dont 0,4% d'inuline de chicorée), substances minérales, sucres. Emincés en sauce à l'agneau et aux carottes : viandes et sous-produits animaux (32%, dont 4% d'agneau), céréales, poissons et sous-produits de poissons, extraits de protéines végétales, sous-produits d'origine végétale (dont 0,4% d'inuline de chicorée), légumes (0,45% de carottes déshydratées équivalent à 4% de carottes), substances minérales, sucres. Emincés en sauce au poulet et aux petits pois : viandes et sous-produits animaux (32%, dont 4% de poulet), céréales, poissons et sous-produits de poissons, extraits de protéines végétales, sous-produits d'origine végétale (dont 0,4% d'inuline de chicorée), légumes (0,45% de petits pois déshydratés équivalent à 4% de petits pois), substances minérales, sucres. _Constituants analytiques:_ Protéine brute : 8%, Matières grasses brutes : 4,5%, Cellulose brute : 0,4%, Cendres brutes : 2,5%, Humidité : 82% _Additifs : Additifs nutritionnels (/kg):_ Vitamine D3 : 160 UI (pas dans la recette à l'agneau et la recette au poulet), Vitamine E :100 mg, Biotine : 100 µg, Sulfate de zinc monohydraté : 37,1 mg (Zinc : 13 mg), Oxyde de manganèse (II) : 3,2 mg (Manganèse : 2 mg), Sulfate de cuivre (II) pentahydraté : 4,8 mg (Cuivre :1,2 mg), Iodate de calcium anhydre : 2 mg (Iode : 0,2 mg), Taurine : 520 mg

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35%

Carrefour

100 g