SIGNATURE CAT ADULT MACKEREL DRY FOOD

Signature Grain Zero Mackerel Adult All Breed Dry Cat Food 1.5kg, from the house of Drools Pet Food Private Limited under their premium Signature sub-brand, is a complete, extruded grain-free dry kibble formulated to address the complex nutritional challenges faced by adult cats across all breeds: suboptimal muscle tone from protein-insufficient diets, dull and thinning coats linked to fatty acid deficiency, digestive sensitivity caused by cereal-heavy or allergen-rich foods, and compromised heart and ocular health in cats deprived of adequate taurine. Cats are obligate carnivores with unique metabolic requirements that standard grain-inclusive pet food often fails to fully satisfy. This formula responds to those biological needs by centering real mackerel, sardines, and real chicken as its primary protein architecture, eliminating wheat, corn, and soy entirely, and delivering a nutrient-dense, hypoallergenic feeding experience rooted in human-grade ingredients. Formulated by veterinarians and nutritionists in the USA to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO (Association of American Feed Control Officials), it is designed to support weight management, lean muscle development, skin and coat radiance, digestive balance, and long-term cardiovascular and eye health in cats from 12 months of age. Animeal is proud to offer Signature Grain Zero Mackerel Adult All Breed Dry Cat Food 1.5kg as part of our curated premium nutrition range for your feline companion.

Ingredients:

Sardines and Mackerel (Scomber scombrus / Sardina pilchardus): These cold-water marine fish serve as the primary protein and lipid sources in this formula. Sardines and mackerel deliver highly bioavailable complete proteins that supply all essential amino acids, including lysine, methionine, and arginine, which are critical for tissue repair, lean muscle synthesis, and hepatic detoxification in cats. Both fish are naturally rich in long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, specifically eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which modulate inflammatory eicosanoid pathways at the cellular level, reduce arachidonic acid-driven inflammation, support neurological function, and reinforce dermal barrier integrity for a lustrous, resilient coat.

Real Chicken: Whole chicken provides additional lean animal protein to complement and diversify the amino acid profile of the formula. It contributes important concentrations of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs), particularly leucine, which activate the mTOR (mechanistic target of rapamycin) signalling pathway in skeletal muscle tissue, stimulating muscle protein synthesis and supporting lean body mass maintenance in adult cats.

Fish and Mackerel Digest: A concentrated, enzymatically processed marine protein hydrolysate that enhances the palatability and aroma of the kibble, encouraging consistent intake even in selective feline eaters. Beyond flavour, it contributes bioactive peptides that support digestive enzyme activity and gut mucosal integrity.

Egg Product: A nutrient-dense, highly digestible whole protein source, eggs provide albumin and other complete proteins with a high biological value. They supply riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Vitamin B12, and biotin, all of which are essential for energy metabolism, cellular repair, and maintenance of healthy skin and coat in cats.

Sweet Potatoes and Potatoes: These grain-free, low-glycaemic complex carbohydrate sources replace wheat, corn, and soy entirely, providing slow-releasing energy that supports metabolic stability without promoting insulin spikes or inflammatory responses. They are naturally rich in dietary fibre, Vitamin C, and beta-carotene, supporting digestive regularity and antioxidant defence.

Whole Peas: Peas contribute vegetable-sourced fibre, essential minerals including iron and potassium, and plant-based amino acids that complement the formula's primary animal protein sources. Their soluble fibre fraction supports prebiotic activity in the gut, feeding beneficial intestinal microflora.

Dried Plain Beet Pulp and Powdered Cellulose: These insoluble and soluble fibre sources regulate gastrointestinal transit time, firm stool consistency, and promote a favourable intestinal microbiome. Beet pulp is a preferred prebiotic fibre in feline nutrition, selectively fermented by beneficial bacteria such as Lactobacillus species to produce short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) that nourish colonocytes and reinforce gut barrier function.

Fish Oil, Salmon Oil, and Chicken Oil: This trio of lipid sources delivers a balanced and functional fatty acid profile. Salmon oil contributes additional EPA and DHA for anti-inflammatory and coat-conditioning benefits. Chicken oil provides arachidonic acid (AA), an omega-6 fatty acid that cats cannot synthesise de novo and must obtain from dietary sources, critical for reproduction, skin integrity, and immune response. The combined omega-3 to omega-6 ratio in this formula is calibrated to actively support dermal health and suppress chronic low-grade inflammation.

Hydrolyzed Chicken Liver: Enzymatically hydrolysed chicken liver is a concentrated source of highly bioavailable haem iron, Vitamin A (retinol), Vitamin B12, and coenzyme A precursors. Its hydrolysed form ensures superior digestibility compared to whole liver, delivering its nutrient payload efficiently while enhancing the palatability of the kibble through its natural flavour compounds.

Hydrolyzed Yeast (Source of Beta-Glucans): Beta-glucans are immunomodulatory polysaccharides derived from yeast cell walls that bind to pattern recognition receptors on macrophages and dendritic cells, activating innate immune surveillance and enhancing the adaptive immune response. They support resistance to pathogenic challenge and reinforce the integrity of mucosal immune barriers.

Taurine: An essential, conditionally sulfonated amino acid that cats are metabolically incapable of synthesising in sufficient quantities from precursors and must obtain exclusively from their diet. At the physiological level, taurine is critical for the conjugation of bile salts (as taurocholic acid) required for fat digestion; it maintains photoreceptor integrity in the retina by protecting against oxidative damage and cellular degeneration; and it is indispensable for normal myocardial contractility. Taurine deficiency in cats leads to dilated cardiomyopathy and progressive retinal degeneration, both of which this formula actively targets through adequate supplementation.

Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS): FOS are prebiotic soluble fibres that selectively nourish beneficial Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus populations in the gut, shifting the intestinal microbiome toward a more favourable composition. They support nutrient absorption efficiency, immune regulation via the gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT), and reduction of putrefactive bacterial metabolites in the colon.

Vitamin Complex (Vitamins A, C, D3, E, B1, B2, B6, B12, Biotin, Niacin, Folic Acid, Pantothenate): This comprehensive vitamin matrix supports all major metabolic pathways. Vitamin A (retinol acetate) is critical for feline vision, epithelial integrity, and immune function. Vitamin D3 regulates calcium-phosphorus homeostasis for strong skeletal and dental structures. Vitamin E (DL-alpha tocopherol acetate) and Vitamin C (L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate) function as fat-soluble and water-soluble antioxidants respectively, neutralising reactive oxygen species that would otherwise contribute to cellular ageing and immune suppression. The B-vitamin complex underpins energy metabolism, red blood cell production, and neurological health.

Trace Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Oxide, Manganese Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite): Chelated and bioavailable mineral forms ensure efficient intestinal absorption. Zinc supports skin barrier function and immune enzyme activity; iron is essential for haemoglobin synthesis; copper activates superoxide dismutase for antioxidant defence; iodine supports thyroid hormone synthesis; and selenium works synergistically with Vitamin E as a cellular antioxidant.