DETAILED DESCRIPTION

What It Is

Acana Pacifica is a grain-free, fish-based dry cat food from Champion Pet Foods, built on Acana’s Biologically Appropriate philosophy. It is the highest-protein recipe in the Acana cat food range, delivering 75% animal ingredients sourced exclusively from wild-caught fish — raw whole herring, raw whole mackerel, raw hake, herring meal, blue whiting meal, mackerel meal, raw flounder, and raw rockfish — in WholePrey ratios that include fish, organs, and bone. It is completely free of poultry, red meat, grain, soy, corn, wheat, and artificial additives. Every kibble is coated in freeze-dried cod liver for an intense, fish-forward flavour that cats respond to powerfully.

Who It Is For

Acana Pacifica is designed for three distinct groups of cat parents. First, cat parents who want to feed the highest-quality fish-based dry food available in India — cats are obligate carnivores with a deeply instinctive preference for fish protein, and this recipe honours that biology completely. Second, cats with confirmed or suspected chicken and poultry sensitivities — a common situation given how heavily poultry-based most cat foods sold in India are. If your cat has been showing persistent skin issues, digestive irregularity, or recurring ear problems on a poultry diet, a dedicated fish-only formula like Pacifica is a clean dietary reset. Third, indoor cats who tend to be sedentary and need a highly palatable, nutrient-dense food to encourage consistent eating — the freeze-dried cod liver coating makes refusal rare even among the most finicky cats. It is suitable for cats and kittens of all breeds and all life stages.

Why It Is Better

Most fish-flavoured cat foods in India use fish as a secondary or token ingredient, with poultry meal or rice flour as the primary base. Acana Pacifica inverts that entirely — fish is the entire protein story. Six distinct wild-caught fish species are used, each contributing a different fatty acid profile and micronutrient composition that collectively deliver broader nutritional coverage than a single-fish formula can. Raw whole herring leads at 16%, followed by raw whole mackerel at 12% and raw hake at 9%. Half of the animal ingredients arrive fresh or raw — refrigerated or frozen at peak freshness to preserve nutrient integrity. The remaining fish content comes from dehydrated fish meals, which concentrate protein without the moisture dilution of fresh ingredients.

Fish oil at 5% delivers a rich, naturally occurring supply of EPA and DHA — the only Omega-3 forms a cat can actually utilise. These support coat quality, brain health, heart function, and reduced systemic inflammation in ways that plant-sourced Omega-3s cannot. Taurine at 400mg/kg — an amino acid that cats cannot synthesise and must obtain from diet — supports cardiovascular health and retinal function. Choline chloride at 1400mg/kg supports liver health and neurological function. DL-Methionine supports urinary tract health, a critical consideration for cats — particularly indoor male cats prone to urinary issues. Enterococcus Faecium probiotic and dried chicory root prebiotic maintain digestive health. The botanical blend — turmeric, milk thistle, burdock root, lavender, marshmallow root, and rosehips — provides anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective plant compounds across all life stages.

When to Use It

Feed Acana Pacifica as a daily staple for cats who thrive on fish-based nutrition. It works particularly well as the sole food for cats with poultry sensitivities, for cats being managed through an elimination protocol, or for cats whose coat and skin have deteriorated on grain-heavy poultry diets. It can also be used in rotation with Acana’s other cat recipes for dietary variety and to provide a broader protein spectrum over time. Lightly moistening with warm water enhances palatability further and supports daily hydration — important for cats on dry food diets given their naturally low thirst drive.

COMPOSITION & GUARANTEED ANALYSIS

Key Ingredients (Global Formulation Reference): Raw Whole Herring (16%), Raw Whole Mackerel (12%), Raw Hake (9%), Herring Meal (8%), Blue Whiting Meal (8%), Mackerel Meal (8%), Whole Pinto Beans, Whole Peas, Raw Flounder (5%), Fish Oil (5%), Whole Red Lentils, Whole Chickpeas, Whole Green Lentils, Raw Rockfish (4%), Sunflower Oil, Lentil Fibre, Dried Kelp, Fresh Whole Pumpkin, Fresh Whole Butternut Squash, Fresh Whole Carrots, Fresh Whole Apples, Fresh Whole Pears, Fresh Whole Zucchini, Dried Chicory Root, Fresh Kale, Fresh Spinach, Fresh Turnip Greens, Fresh Beet Greens, Whole Cranberries, Whole Blueberries, Whole Saskatoon Berries, Turmeric Root, Milk Thistle, Burdock Root, Lavender, Marshmallow Root, Rosehips, Choline Chloride (1400mg/kg), Taurine (400mg/kg), Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, DL-Methionine, Enterococcus Faecium (Probiotic), Mixed Tocopherols (Natural Preservative), Rosemary Extract, B-Complex Vitamins, Vitamin A, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E.

Note: Formulation may vary slightly by region and pack size. Always refer to the label on the product received.

Guaranteed Analysis (Approximate): Crude Protein: Min. 37% Crude Fat: Min. 17% Crude Fibre: Max. 5% Moisture: Max. 12% Taurine: 400 mg/kg Choline: 1400 mg/kg DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid): Min. 0.4% EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid): Min. 0.4% Omega-6 Fatty Acids: Min. 2% Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Min. 1.2% Total Microorganisms (Enterococcus Faecium): 1 × 10⁹ CFU/kg Metabolisable Energy: Approx. 3930 kcal/kg (approx. 472 kcal per cup) Calorie Distribution: ~38% Protein | ~23% Carbohydrates | ~39% Fat

KEY BENEFITS

• 75% Wild-Caught Fish Across Six Species – Raw herring, mackerel, hake, flounder, blue whiting, and rockfish form the entire protein base, each contributing distinct nutrients and fatty acid profiles for broader nutritional coverage than a single-fish formula provides.
• Poultry-Free and Grain-Free Formula – Contains no chicken, turkey, or any poultry ingredient. No grains, no soy, no corn, no wheat. One of the cleanest fish-only cat food options available in India — ideal for cats with poultry sensitivities or chronic allergic reactions.
• Rich Natural EPA and DHA from Fish Oil – Fish oil at 5% delivers Omega-3 fatty acids in the only form cats can actually utilise, supporting coat quality, brain health, cardiovascular function, and reduced inflammation throughout all life stages.
• Taurine for Heart and Vision — Non-Negotiable for Cats – At 400mg/kg, taurine from both added sources and naturally occurring fish protein maintains cardiac function and retinal health — essential for an obligate carnivore whose body cannot produce taurine independently.
• DL-Methionine for Urinary Tract Health – A key addition for cats, particularly indoor males and cats with a history of urinary issues. Methionine supports urinary tract health by helping maintain appropriate urinary pH.
• Freeze-Dried Cod Liver Coating for Palatability – Every kibble piece carries a coat of freeze-dried cod liver, delivering an intense fish flavour that even the most reluctant cats find compelling — making this one of the easiest premium foods to introduce.
• Prebiotic, Probiotic and Botanical Digestive Support – Enterococcus Faecium probiotic, dried chicory root prebiotic, and the full botanical blend support gut microbiome integrity and organ health across every life stage and feeding transition.

FEEDING GUIDE

Serve twice daily. Always keep fresh, clean water available. Given cats’ naturally low thirst drive, lightly moistening kibble with warm water is strongly recommended to support daily hydration and ease the transition for cats accustomed to wet food. Portions are smaller than most commercial cat foods due to Acana Pacifica’s high nutrient density.

General Daily Amounts (approximate, use a standard 250ml measuring cup):

2 kg cat → 25–35g per day 3 kg cat → 35–45g per day 4 kg cat → 45–55g per day 5 kg cat → 55–65g per day 6 kg cat → 63–75g per day

Less active or indoor cats: Feed toward the lower end of the range Active or outdoor cats: Feed toward the higher end

Kittens (post-weaning): Monitor weight closely and feed 1.5 to 2 times the adult amount based on body condition and growth rate Pregnant cats: Increase daily amount by 25–50% and feed 3 times daily Nursing cats: Feed free-choice (unlimited access)

Transition Tip: Transition gradually over 7 days, starting with 25% Acana Pacifica mixed into your cat’s existing food. Cats can be resistant to new foods, particularly when switching protein sources. Warming the kibble slightly or adding a small amount of warm water during the first few days can significantly improve initial acceptance.

Storage: Seal the bag tightly after each use. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. An airtight storage container is strongly recommended in India’s humid climate to preserve kibble freshness and the freeze-dried cod liver coating.