LICKICIOUS ADULT OCEAN FISH CAT DRY FOOD
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Lickicious Adult Cat Food, crafted by the innovative Indian pet nutrition brand Lickicious under its proprietary Vital Life Formula, is a complete and balanced dry cat food delivering 43 essential nutrients specifically designed to address the unique dietary and environmental needs of adult cats living and thriving in India. Formulated with a dual protein base of ocean fish and premium chicken and rigorously free from fillers, gluten, corn, and soya, Lickicious recognises what every informed cat parent knows: your feline companion is an obligate carnivore whose every system, from her heart to her coat to her kidneys, depends on the consistent quality of the protein and micronutrients she receives at each meal. Beyond macronutrient completeness, Lickicious Adult Cat Food is designed to function in the hot and humid climatic conditions prevalent across India, ensuring easy digestibility and compatibility with the mixed-feeding approaches common to Indian households, where home-cooked food and commercial dry food often coexist. Suitable for all breeds including Persian, Bengal, Bombay, Siamese, and more, this recipe targets strong bones and teeth, a healthy heart, sharp vision, a radiant coat, and smooth urinary tract function simultaneously. Animeal is proud to offer Lickicious Adult Cat Food as a proudly Indian, science-backed nutritional choice that puts your feline friend's complete wellbeing at the centre of every kibble.
Ingredients:
Ocean Fish and Chicken (Primary Protein Sources):The dual protein foundation of ocean fish and chicken delivers a comprehensive essential amino acid profile that supports every protein-dependent physiological process in the adult cat, from lean muscle maintenance and immune cell synthesis to enzyme production and coat keratin formation. As obligate carnivores, cats require a dietary protein intake that provides not only energy substrates but also specific amino acids, including arginine, methionine, cysteine, and taurine, that their metabolic machinery cannot synthesise endogenously in sufficient quantities. At 30% crude protein, this formula meets and exceeds the minimum protein requirements for adult cats, with animal-sourced proteins offering superior digestibility and biological value compared to plant-derived protein alternatives such as corn gluten meal or soya, which are deliberately excluded from this recipe.
Omega Fatty Acids:The 4% omega fatty acid inclusion represents a meaningful contribution of both omega-3 and omega-6 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids that perform a wide array of interconnected functions in the feline body. Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) derived from the ocean fish component, exert anti-inflammatory effects at the cellular level by competing with arachidonic acid in the eicosanoid synthesis pathway, reducing the production of pro-inflammatory prostaglandins and leukotrienes. This modulation supports skin barrier integrity and reduces cutaneous inflammation, translating to a noticeably shinier, less flaky, and more resilient coat in your feline companion. DHA is also a critical structural component of retinal photoreceptor cell membranes, directly contributing to sharp visual acuity, and of neuronal phospholipid bilayers, supporting cognitive function and brain health. Omega-6 fatty acids, particularly linoleic acid, maintain the epidermal lipid barrier and support healthy sebaceous gland function, contributing further to coat quality and skin hydration. Together, the omega fatty acid profile also reinforces cardiac muscle function and supports renal perfusion, areas of particular relevance to feline long-term health.
Taurine:Taurine is one of the most critical and well-researched essential nutrients in feline nutrition, and its inclusion at 0.2% in Lickicious Adult Cat Food reflects a thorough understanding of feline physiology. Unlike dogs and humans who can synthesise taurine endogenously from the precursor amino acids methionine and cysteine, cats possess severely limited activity of the two key enzymes in this pathway, cysteine sulfinic acid decarboxylase and cysteinesulphinate decarboxylase, making them entirely dependent on dietary taurine supply. At the cellular level, taurine is indispensable for the formation of taurocholate, the predominant bile salt in cats, which is required for the emulsification and absorption of dietary fats and fat-soluble vitamins in the small intestine. Within the retina, taurine is the most abundant free amino acid and plays a structural and protective role in photoreceptor cell membranes; chronic deficiency leads to feline central retinal degeneration and progressive blindness. In the myocardium, taurine regulates intracellular calcium ion handling in cardiac muscle cells and is essential to prevent dilated cardiomyopathy, one of the most feared taurine-deficiency consequences in cats. The 0.2% level in this formula provides a well-supplemented daily taurine supply that comprehensively protects your feline companion's heart, vision, and digestive function.
High-Fibre Diet (Anti-Hairball Function):The fibre component of Lickicious Adult Cat Food is specifically formulated to facilitate the natural passage of ingested hair through the gastrointestinal tract, reducing the formation of hairballs that cause regurgitation, constipation, and discomfort in cats of all coat lengths. Dietary fibre increases intestinal bulk, reduces transit time for accumulated hair, and creates a physical matrix that encapsulates ingested fur during its passage through the gut. This is particularly valuable for Indian breeds that self-groom frequently and for cats in multi-cat households with elevated grooming exposure. Adequate dietary fibre also supports beneficial gut microbiota diversity, contributes to consistent stool quality, and reduces episodes of vomiting associated with hairball accumulation.
Low Sodium Formulation (Urinary pH Control):The intentionally reduced sodium content in Lickicious Adult Cat Food supports healthy urinary tract function by moderating urine osmolarity and helping maintain a urinary pH in the range that reduces the risk of crystal and struvite stone formation in the feline lower urinary tract. Feline lower urinary tract disease (FLUTD) and urolithiasis are prevalent concerns in adult cats, particularly those living predominantly indoors with moderate activity levels, and a low-sodium dietary strategy is a recognised nutritional approach to reducing this risk. Controlled sodium also supports healthy blood pressure and cardiac function, adding a cardiovascular dimension to this urinary health benefit.
Complete Vitamin and Mineral Matrix: The 43-nutrient Vital Life Formula encompasses a full-spectrum vitamin complex providing fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K for immune function, calcium homeostasis, antioxidant protection, and clotting factor synthesis respectively, alongside the complete B-vitamin series, including B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B6 (pyridoxine), B12 (cobalamin), biotin, pantothenic acid, and folic acid for energy metabolism, red blood cell formation, skin cell turnover, and neurological function. The mineral profile provides iron for haemoglobin synthesis, zinc for immune competence and skin integrity, copper for connective tissue enzyme function, manganese for antioxidant and skeletal enzyme activity, iodine for thyroid hormone synthesis, selenium for glutathione peroxidase antioxidant defence, calcium and phosphorus at a balanced ratio for skeletal and dental mineralisation, and magnesium at a controlled level appropriate for urinary health. Antioxidants including vitamins C and E neutralise reactive oxygen species in tissues, protecting cellular integrity and supporting immune surveillance.
