Food for cats and cats Gemon

The release of food for cats and cats Gemon, which in Russian is called "Gemon", "Djimon" or "Gemon", is engaged in the company "Monge", which began its history back in 1963. It is worth noting that the founder of the company, Baldassara Monge, started his business with raising chickens. By the way, he supplied his products to Italian restaurants belonging to the category of elite establishments. As a result, Monge had to face the problem of selling the leftovers of meat and bones. Its solution in due time became the beginning of the production of a line of cat and dog rations.

As noted, the Gemon brand is owned by Monge & C. S. p. a, representing Italy on the modern market of relevant pet products... The first wet food of this brand was born in 1963, and after 5 years the production was put on wide rails. Speaking about the main competitive advantages of the products of this manufacturer, it is worth noting that today it is successfully sold in 80 countries.

Another important point is that the specified company owns the cultivated fields, as well as chicken and turkey farms... At the same time, the cultivation of crops and birds occurs without the use of any stimulants and under strict control at all stages. Considering the above, Gemon cat food can be confidently called one of the leaders in the segment of inexpensive food.

According to the opinions of experts and cat owners, these foods are valued primarily for their balanced composition and its natural components. The following components are used in production.

• Meat and fats... In the first case, we are talking about chicken and turkey, as well as beef and rabbit meat.Unfortunately, there is no detailed information on the fats in the composition of the feed on the packages.
• A fish... This type of raw material is rich in protein, the benefits of which for the animal's body are undeniable. The manufacturer specifies, including on the packaging, that the share of fresh salmon and tuna meat is 8%. It is worth noting that it is these ingredients that provide the fishy aroma that is so appealing to cats.
• Cereals, which are the main source of carbohydrates, which are essential for pets. The composition of feed contains up to 7% of such components, which is quite sufficient to provide a complete nutritious diet.
• Additives in the form mineral substances.

Cat owners, based on their experience with Gemon brand nutrition, highlight the following key benefits:

• the richness of the composition, which includes vitamin complexes and mineral supplements;
• lack of artificial antioxidants, colors and gluten;
• hypoallergenic food;
• variety of assortment for representatives of all age categories;
• ease of use;
• relatively low cost and widespread.

Since nothing is perfect, breeders also focus on the most significant negative points. For example, we are talking about the composition of feed, which "does not reach" the premium class, despite the fact that the manufacturer refers his products to it. Also, judging by the reviews, the following factors are attributed to the disadvantages.

• The presence in the list of components of technological additives that are not indicated on the packaging... This refers to thickeners and some antioxidants. It is important to consider that the latter will be beneficial for the cat's body only if they are natural.
• The presence of corn in dry feed formulas. On the one hand, we are talking about a highly nutritious food rich in carbohydrates. However, it is more suitable for humans than for animals. It should be noted that their bodies receive the bulk of their energy primarily from fats. If we mean carbohydrates and proteins, then they must be of animal origin (meat). It's no secret that vegetable protein is very poorly absorbed by carnivores, and cornstarch can lead to pet obesity and increase the glycemic index. This is not to mention the risks of allergic reactions.
• Some feeds do not list the grains present in their formula. As a rule, buckwheat and oatmeal do not have a negative effect on the body of cats, which cannot be said in some cases about wheat, rice and the same corn.
• The very wording "meat components" is questionable by some breeders, since it is rather vague.... The reason for this is the lack of specifics, which in itself allows us to assume the presence of useless waste in the composition.

Analyzing all the key advantages and disadvantages of Gemon diets, it is worth paying attention to the financial side of the issue. So, at the moment, the average cost of representatives of the line of feeds of the Italian manufacturer is:

• packaging 0.4 kg - from 160 rubles;
• packaging 1.5 kg - from 530 rubles;
• bag 20 kg - from 4880 rubles;
• canned food weighing 415 g - from 80 rubles;
• spiders weighing 100 g - from 50 rubles.

Naturally, the cost can vary based on a number of factors. However, it is worth recalling that the manufacturer positions these feeds as premium products.

As already noted, the manufacturing company has its own farms where meat breeds of chickens are bred. The bird receives exclusively natural feed, and its diet is guaranteed to be free of antibiotics and hormonal components. It is this meat that is included in the Gemon cat food of different types. It is worth noting that some of the ingredients for the food lines are sourced from the countries of the European Union under a thorough check of their quality and compliance with current standards.

Now the brand's products are presented on the market in the segment of both dry and wet food. On the territory of the Russian Federation, the first include the following options, taking into account the age of the cats and the characteristics of the composition:

• kittens aged 1 to 7 months - chicken with rice;
• cats and cats up to 10 years old - chicken with turkey, tuna and salmon;
• animals from 11 years old - chicken with rice;
• sterilized (castrated) individuals - turkey;
• formula aimed at fighting hairballs in the digestive tract - chicken with rice;
• formula "Urinari", developed specifically for the prevention of urolithiasis in cats - chicken and rice.

The range of wet complexes available is as follows:

• for babies - chicken in pieces or pate;
• for adults - beef or rabbit meat with vegetables, as well as pieces of beef or pate;
• for spayed and neutered cats and cats, respectively - pieces of turkey or pate, rabbit meat in pieces, tuna in combination with dori fish;
• for old animals - turkey clean or with chicken.

This diet, as in the case of Cat Adult Complete and Indoor, includes:

• cereals, the share of rice in the list of which is 4%;
• meat and offal (8% - fresh chicken);
• chicken fat, which accounts for 0.5% of the total complex of oils and fats;
• salmon oil;
• additional components of animal origin - in this case, we can talk about fish by-products, as well as salmon flour and chicken liver hydrolyzate;
• yeast and FOS;
• taurine;
• vitamins and minerals;
• yucca shidigera.

Regardless of the type of feed, according to the manufacturer, the main component is chicken and turkey meat. Fresh meat is also present against the background of dehydrated meat products. A separate category is represented by feed with the addition of fish ingredients in the form of pieces of meat, oil and minced meat.

First of all, it is worth paying attention to the Gemon Cat Indoor complex... It is a complete, balanced feed based on chicken and rice. It is intended for cats and cats up to 6 years of age. It is important to take into account that the yucca present in it minimizes the formation of gases, while at the same time significantly leveling the unpleasant odor of animal feces. Omega-3 and Omega-6 acids have the most positive effect on the condition of the skin and coat of the cat. In parallel, they are able to fight the intensifying inflammatory processes. Another key point is the minimum protein content, which in itself prevents excessive weight gain.

Gemon Cat Hairball - another type of rations popular with owners from an Italian manufacturer. This complex is designed for pets over 1 year old and is rich in fiber and acids. Its composition, in addition to dehydrated, fresh meat and meat offal, includes:

• hydrolyzed chicken liver;
• salmon flour;
• salmon oil;
• vitamin E.

As many years of practice show, such a composition effectively removes excess hair from the gastrointestinal tract of the animal.

All brand wet foods are packaged in convenient portioned containers. In particular, today the company offers the following representatives of the Gemon Cat Pouch series to a potential consumer.

• With Chiken - a complete and balanced complex with pieces of poultry meat, designed specifically for kittens from 1 month to a year. Also, this option is suitable for periods of pregnancy and lactation. Along with chicken, fish, crustacean meat and fish by-products are included in the formula.

• With rabbit and vegetables - wet cat food, which will be the optimal choice for pets with increased activity, belonging to the age category from 1 to 10 years. When using these spiders, care must be taken to ensure that the cat always has an adequate supply of fresh drinking water.

• With beef and vegetables - a product for animals aged 1 to 10 years inclusive. In its composition, enriched with proteins, fats and oils, vitamins E, B3 and A. In accordance with the recommendations of experts and reviews of cat owners, a medium-sized animal needs 2-3 spiders a day.

• With tuna and dori fish - food targeted, among other things, for spayed pets and cats prone to gaining excess weight. It can be used for daily feeding. In addition to fish components, the formula includes meat and meat by-products, as well as magnesium, vitamin A and fiber.

• With turkey meat - the option is most relevant for animals aged 11 years and older, for which a diet rich in proteins, fiber, as well as oils, fats and vitamins of group A is most suitable.

In addition to all of the above, it is important to pay attention to canned Gemon Cat Sterilized. Based on the name, we can conclude that they are intended for feeding neutered cats and neutered cats. Also, this complex will be relevant for animals with a predisposition to overweight and belonging to the age category from a year. Its formula contains meat components, including rabbit meat (5%), as well as cereals, eggs, vitamins and minerals. The key feature of the feed is that the protein level does not exceed the 8% mark.

Taking into account the peculiarities of the composition, prevalence and, of course, the price-quality ratio of the described feeds, one can find both overtly positive and somewhat negative comments on the network. For example, some cat breeders pay attention to the preventive properties of Gemon foods.

Owners of cats of different breeds and ages pay special attention in their reviews to canned food and their composition. Taking into account a fairly wide range of products, each potential buyer has the opportunity to choose the most suitable option for both a kitten and an elderly animal. The emphasis is also placed on the presence of special food for sterilized and neutered individuals in the feed line.

But in fairness it should be noted that not all reviews are overwhelmingly positive. Some breeders point to the occurrence of allergic reactions. In some cases, cats have disorders associated with the work of the gastrointestinal tract.