Manufacturer
The history of the Monge line goes back more than one decade and it all began with a tiny farm where chickens were raised for sale. The meat went to Italian cafes and restaurants, and for a long time they didn’t know where to use the leftovers.
In the end, Baldasar Monge, the owner of the farm, decided to start producing food for animals living under the same roof with humans. The first batch of cans hit the shelves of local stores in 1963, and production expanded and improved.
Today in Italy there are several farms where ducks, turkeys and chickens are raised. Raw materials are processed using modern American and Swiss equipment, which allows you to preserve all the beneficial substances, smell and taste.
Canned fish is made in Thailand, in a small factory. The Monge concern is constantly improving its work, introducing new technologies and inviting specialists.
When is it recommended for use?
Veterinarians prescribe Monge Gastrointestinal to cats that have encountered various functional disorders and diseases of the digestive system, and need to replace the main diet with a special dietary food. Italian food is usually prescribed to cats who have been diagnosed with the following pathological conditions:
The food will be useful for animals whose pancreas is inflamed.
- colitis;
- gastroenteritis of acute and chronic forms;
- inflammation of the pancreas;
- diarrhea;
- growth of pathogenic microflora in the small intestine;
- malabsorption;
- insufficient production of enzymes by the pancreas to digest food.
Range
You can easily choose the best option - this Italian food offers several lines.
Monge Daily Line Cat - the classic line is a dry food for kittens (Kitten), individuals older than a year (Adult) and older animals (Senior).
Monge Natural is canned poultry and fish fillets (seafood, salmon, tuna).
Monge Functional Line Cat is designed to meet the needs of different animal groups. For example, for long-haired individuals (in order to remove hairballs from their stomach in time), for castrated and sterilized individuals, for pets with limited mobility.
Monge BWild Cat is intended for cats of rare breeds: Serengeti, Savannah, Asherah. Contains hare and anchovies.
Monge Grain Free Veterinary Diet is a line of medicinal food. If your cat has diabetes, kidney or liver pathologies, stomach, intestinal or skin problems, these are the foods that will help your pet eat well.
Advantages and disadvantages
Cat breeders and veterinarians, together with nutritionists, note the following advantages of Monge Gastrointestinal food:
It has been proven that the composition of such food does not cause an allergic reaction in pets.
- safety for the digestive system;
- high efficiency;
- natural composition including only high-quality products;
- increased taste appeal;
- hypoallergenic;
- the presence of components with a high degree of digestibility;
- sufficient energy intensity.
The disadvantages include the considerable cost of Monge Gastrointestinal products, but it is fully justified by its components, which meet the standards of quality and naturalness. Many consumers consider the lack of the opportunity to purchase goods in any pet store and small towns as a disadvantage.
Compound
Monge cat food ingredients:
- meat and meat components (hare, beef, chicken, pork): source of natural protein;
- specially processed animal protein;
- rice, corn, cornmeal, wheat, oats;
- salmon, trout: source of unsaturated fatty acids;
- salmon oil;
- chicken fat;
- starchy potato protein;
- insoluble pea fiber: helps the intestines digest food;
- egg powder;
- flax-seed;
- dry yeast;
- tomatoes;
- carrot;
- dried beets;
- pineapple stem fibers;
- Yucca Schidigera;
- rose hip;
- rosemary;
- L-carnitine, DL-methionine, Taurine, B9, B5, B7, B3, B12, B2, B1, B6, E, C, D3, A;
- iron, zinc, selenium, manganese, xylooligosaccharides and others).
Nutritional composition of dry diet for dogs Monge Renal
PROTEIN: Although there is ongoing controversy regarding the ideal level of protein in renal failure, MONGE VETSOLUTION CAT RENAL contains moderate levels of predominantly animal protein to support glomerular filtration and optimal activity of healthy nephrons.
ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS: MONGE VETSOLUTION CAT RENAL contains fish-derived omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown in clinical trials to protect glomerular vascularization and prevent periglomerular inflammation.
MINERAL SUBSTANCES: MONGE VETSOLUTION CAT RENAL food contains a low phosphorus content (0.36%), which prevents the occurrence of hyperphosphatemia and slows down the development of renal failure.
In case of chronic disease, MONGE VETSOLUTION CAT RENAL food can be used throughout the animal's life.
Cat weight (kg) | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 |
Feeding recommendations (g/day) | |||||||||
Underweight | 30 | 40 | 45 | 55 | 65 | 70 | 80 | 85 | 95 |
Normal weight | 25 | 35 | 45 | 50 | 60 | 65 | 75 | 80 | 85 |
Overweight | 20 | 30 | 40 | 50 | 55 | 60 | 70 | 75 | 80 |
Packaging: 400 g and 1.5 kg.
Advantages and disadvantages
- The source of protein is fresh meat.
- An acceptable combination of phosphorus and calcium, due to which the slightly acidic pH of urine is maintained (prevention of urolithiasis), salt crystals dissolve. Urine does not stagnate, there is no heavy load on the kidneys.
- The amount of protein, crude fat and fiber is within the recommended limits.
- The size and shape of Monge granules are convenient for cats: they can be chewed without much effort, but at the same time their gums are massaged and their fangs are cleaned of plaque.
- New generation probiotics maintain normal intestinal microflora, not only restoring it if necessary, but also stopping putrefactive processes in the intestines, eliminating gas formation and strengthening the immune system.
- L-carnitine added to food helps the formation of a strong muscle corset.
- Vitamin C is used as an antioxidant, rosemary and tocopherols are used as preservatives.
- Antibiotics, growth hormones and harmful chemical compounds are not used when raising birds.
- According to research by Roskachestvo, no intestinal or other bacteria that cause dangerous infectious diseases were identified in the samples submitted for research; there are no anaerobes, mytoxins or GMOs. There are no traces of radionuclides, heavy metals, or pests.
- The peroxide and acid numbers of fat correspond to those indicators. that were declared, which means complete preservation of all taste and quality characteristics until the end of the product’s shelf life.
- A good vitamin complex supplement.
- The range of food is large.
- Quite expensive.
- Not always and not available for sale everywhere.
- The percentage of calcium is higher than necessary.
- Added wheat and corn - strong allergens.
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Composition of the product
Monge wet and dry cat food is produced by Monge & C. Spa, Italy. The products are super-premium because they contain all the useful elements necessary for pets:
- animal proteins;
- L-carnitine;
- prebiotics;
- enzymes that help eliminate hairballs;
- Omega-3 and Omega-6 acids;
- vitamin C;
- cellulose.
The product granules have a convenient size, shape and the necessary rigidity so that the cat can easily chew them, but at the same time the jaw muscles are strengthened and the teeth do not suffer from plaque and tartar. Monge diets have a good combination of phosphorus and calcium, which prevents the development of urolithiasis. An analysis of the ingredients indicates that Italian cat food Monge has a unique composition.
By feeding on such products, the animal will acquire beautiful fur.
The manufacturer included new generation prebiotics in them. When consumed, the digestive system is improved, the microflora of cats’ sensitive intestines is restored, and the processes of putrefaction and gastrointestinal diseases are eliminated. The product helps get rid of excess gas and strengthen the immune system. When using feed, the condition of the coat improves, unlike other manufacturers, for example, Royal Canin and others. “Canin” is nutritious, but does not have a therapeutic effect.
Thanks to L-carnitine, the animal develops a good muscle corset. Low fat concentration prevents obesity. Thanks to phosphorus and calcium, the proper development and growth of the pet is ensured. The line includes the following types of feed:
- Functional. Prevents the formation of lumps in the gastrointestinal tract and the development of urolithiasis.
- Veterinary. They have a grain-free composition.
Release form: packaged in 0.4, 1.5 and 10 kg. The Best For Breeders series is produced in 1 kg packages.
Who is it contraindicated for?
While your pet’s body is rapidly growing and developing, you should not switch it to this particular line of food.
Despite the undoubted benefits of ready-made food for cats "Monge Gastrointestinal", it is not always possible to give it to your pets. It is not recommended for pregnant or lactating cats, or during periods of intensive animal growth. In addition, a contraindication to the use of Monja purrs is the acute and chronic period of the inflammatory process in the pancreas, especially for cats that suffer from obesity and hypertriglyceridemia.
Feed composition
Let's look at the composition of the most popular product, Monge Cat Urinary; prevention of urolithiasis is included in a number of indications for this food.
If cats already have urolithiasis, then this product is suitable not only during an exacerbation, but also as a preventive measure. This food contains hydrolyzed salmon protein, which makes up 1/5 of the total composition.
Additionally, the following elements are included:
- cassava;
- potato;
- chicken fat;
- freeze-dried chicken;
- pea fiber;
- DL-methionine;
- various vitamins and minerals;
- potassium chloride;
- xylooligosaccharides;
- taurine;
- dry cranberries;
- L-carnitine;
- melon pulp.
This ensures high taste properties of dietary food. Analysis of the components showed that the drug includes raw protein, oils and fats, ash, fiber, etc. Additives include vitamins A, D3, E1, E2, E4, E5, E6. The energy value of the product is 392 calories per 100 g.