AATU (Animal Adored, Taste Unrivalled) is a premium British natural pet food brand, committed to giving cats complete nutrition closer to their natural instincts through high meat content, single protein and natural grain-free formulas. AATU Free-Run Duck for Cats Grain-Free Whole Cat Food uses 85% human-grade free-run duck together with 15% functional fruit, vegetables and botanicals, a premium whole cat food carefully designed for the health needs of adult cats.
Main ingredients and nutritional sources
✅ 85% high-content free-run duck
- Deboned fresh duck, dried duck and duck broth
Provide quality animal protein to help maintain cats’ muscle development and vitality. - Single animal protein source
Lowers the risk of food allergies, friendlier to cats with sensitive skin or stomachs.
✅ 15% super fruit, vegetable and botanical blend (AATU Super 8™)
Contains a variety of natural plant ingredients beneficial to cats’ health:
- Vegetables: carrot, tomato, spinach, peas and more, rich in vitamins and fibre to promote gut health.
- Fruits: blueberry, apple and cranberry, providing antioxidants and supporting urinary tract health.
- Herbs and botanicals: rosemary, oregano, seaweed, chicory root, turmeric and more, aiding digestion and immune regulation.
✅ Natural fats and essential nutrient supplements
- Added salmon oil and flaxseed oil provide Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids to maintain skin health and coat shine.
- Contains taurine, vitamin A, vitamin D3, vitamin E, zinc, iron and more to meet cats’ daily nutritional needs.
Nutritional analysis (guaranteed content)
| Nutrient | Content |
|---|---|
| Crude protein | Min. 34% |
| Crude fat | Min. 18% |
| Crude fibre | Max. 3% |
| Ash | Max. 9% |
| Moisture | Max. 8% |
| Omega-6 | approx. 3.1% |
| Omega-3 | approx. 0.7% |
| Calories | approx. 3,920 kcal/kg |
Features and nutritional advantages
✅ High-meat, low-carbohydrate grain-free formula
- Cats are natural carnivores, and a high meat content better meets their physiological needs.
- No added grains, potato or soy, effectively reducing unnecessary carbohydrate intake and lowering weight and blood-sugar risks.
✅ Single animal protein, reduces allergies and digestive upset
- Uses free-run duck as the only animal protein, especially suitable for cats allergic to chicken or multiple proteins.
✅ AATU Super 8™ super botanical blend
- Combines 8 types of natural ingredients (vegetables, fruits, herbs, spices, plants, seaweed, botanicals and flowers) to comprehensively support digestion, antioxidant and immune functions.
✅ Boosted with Omega fatty acids and natural antioxidants
- Improves dry, itchy skin and shedding while strengthening the skin barrier and coat softness.
- Antioxidants from cranberry, blueberry and tomato help cellular anti-ageing and urinary tract health.
Who it’s for and recommended feeding
Suitable for:
- Adult cats over one year old, especially those sensitive to protein or preferring a single meat source
- Cats with skin, digestive or coat problems
- Owners seeking a natural, high-meat, low-carbohydrate formula
Recommended transition method:
- We recommend transitioning over 7 to 10 days, starting with an old-to-new ratio of 75:25 and gradually replacing it, to avoid stomach upset.
Summary and verdict
AATU Free-Run Duck for Cats Grain-Free Whole Cat Food combines high-quality single animal protein with natural botanical nutrition, designed for cats’ carnivorous nature and sensitive needs. Its 85/15 formula not only provides quality protein and balanced nutrition but also helps improve digestive and skin health; long-term feeding can promote a cat’s overall vitality and healthy lifespan.
This formula is a must-consider top pick for cat food lovers seeking grain-free natural nutrition, sensitivity-friendly and high meat content.
