Meow Mix: The Conspiracy.

[superlittlegirl]

Meow Mix. Cats Ask For It By Name.

Mine always did. I used to feed my cats Meow Mix, and they would gobble it up, and ask for more, just like the commercials say. Sometimes I'd fill the bowl twice a day.

My cat Olliver is obese, and the other two are getting pudgy, so I decided to switch to IAMS weight control food. I mixed it with the Meow Mix, so it wouldn't be a big digestive shock to them, and they seem to like it okay. But they don't whine for food anymore, and they barely finish one bowlful in a day's time.

I've come to the conclusion that Meow Mix is probably devoid of nutritive value, and the reason they "ask for it by name" is because they get very little sustenance from it, beyond crude fat. They ask for more because no matter how much they eat they never feel satisfied.

I think it's ironic that the advertising thrust of Meow Mix hinges on the fact that its appeal is rooted in the cat's perpetual state of hunger.

 

[agezinder]

Meooowww.

Can I have some "Meow?" ;-}

 

[ridddder]

So what you are saying is....

Meow mix is like giving your cat twinkies....

Does hostess own that company? lol

 

[superlittlegirl]

Re: So what you are saying is....

I'd put my money on Meow Mix being owned by RJ Reynolds. Now I have to go find out. I'm curious.

Seriously, Meow Mix's advertising sounds like something that would be right up a tobacco magnate's alley.

The plot thickens. I'll let you know what I find out.

Meow mix is like giving your cat twinkies....

Does hostess own that company? lol

 

[Ishmael]

Meow Mix. Cats Ask For It By Name.

Mine always did. I used to feed my cats Meow Mix, and they would gobble it up, and ask for more, just like the commercials say. Sometimes I'd fill the bowl twice a day.

My cat Olliver is obese, and the other two are getting pudgy, so I decided to switch to IAMS weight control food. I mixed it with the Meow Mix, so it wouldn't be a big digestive shock to them, and they seem to like it okay. But they don't whine for food anymore, and they barely finish one bowlful in a day's time.

I've come to the conclusion that Meow Mix is probably devoid of nutritive value, and the reason they "ask for it by name" is because they get very little sustenance from it, beyond crude fat. They ask for more because no matter how much they eat they never feel satisfied.

I think it's ironic that the advertising thrust of Meow Mix hinges on the fact that its appeal is rooted in the cat's perpetual state of hunger.

NO SHIT

I bought some of that stuff and their energy level went to zero. I think it's mostly recycled cardboard. There was a noticble difference in behavior etc. And their bellies got big, you know, like starving Ethiopians.

Keep bumping this one F.

Ishmael

 

[Siren]

 

[ridddder]

Who doesn't want to...

Keep bumping SLG.....she is a hottie....

Lets keep talking about kitties, they are soft and furry, and fun to hold in your hand(s).

 

[agezinder]

I did a lil seach, Meow Mix is owned by the Meow Mix Company based in Seacaucus, NJ.

FYI, there is a "Meow Mix" lesbian bar in New York.

 

[superlittlegirl]

Ishmael,

The thing that is making me feel like shit is that I've been feeding them Meow Mix for YEARS! I feel awful. But their energy levels have already improved, after only three days, and they seem in much better spirits. IAMS is fucking expensive, but it seems to be worth it already.
They are entirely indoor kitties, and I play with them a bunch, but they are still more sedentary than they used to be when they got to play outdoors. I just couldn't bear the thought of losing them to the dangers of the streets. I definitely needed to compensate for their reduction in cardio exertion by improving the quality of their diet.

I'm looking forward to having sleeker, healthier kitties, soon.

Feline Diabetes is a huge risk for obese cats. It shortens their lifespan dramatically. I'm hoping to prevent that with this new regimen.

 

[superlittlegirl]

Siren,

The wonderful thing is that they aren't complaining one bit that I've changed their diet! They are less fussy, much calmer, and not as grumpy. I was worried that they would have a hard time "detoxing", but they haven't had one negative thing to say. They are really glad, it seems.

I am really glad that I can afford the good stuff, now. I bought Meow Mix because it was cheap, yes. But really, if they eat 4 times as much of the stuff, it isn't a good value at all. Their total consumption of food has reduced dramatically, already.

I'd encourage anyone who is feeding their babies supermarket brand food to switch. I do think the IAMS is going to be more economical in the long run. Plus, my cats are worth it.

It is Cat Heroin.


Detox you kitties
and
never buy cheap again.

It is worthless
full of fillers
havoc on their digestive track
and makes the cats like most of America........

overweight

 

[Siren]

 

[ridddder]

So who is the parent company of this evil empire?

Cats ask for it by name

The evil empire even has it's own website....imagine that....



Lets now do a whois search on their site

 

[ridddder]

WHOIS Record for
www.meowmix.com


Registrant:
The Meow Mix Company (MEOWMIX7-DOM)
400 Plaza Drive
Secaucus
NJ,07094
US

Domain Name: MEOWMIX.COM

Administrative Contact:
Smith, Angela (SYDJDZMVCI) asmith@HARTZ.COM
The Meow Mix Company
400 Plaza Drive
Secaucus, NJ 07094
US
201 520 4000 201 348 1909
Technical Contact:
Bellouny, Darren (DB27715) bellouny@HARTZ.COM
400 Plaza Drive
Secaucus , NJ 07094
(201) 481-4800 (FAX) (201) 271-0342

Record expires on 19-Feb-2004.
Record created on 19-Feb-2002.
Database last updated on 26-Oct-2002 04:39:07 EDT.

Domain servers in listed order:

MIA01.DIGEX.COM 216.255.129.249
MIA02.DIGEX.COM 216.255.130.249

Using this information....can one now assume....that the infamous Hartz company is behind this evil empire? The plot does thicken.....

 

[superlittlegirl]

Thanks for getting sleuthy for me, ridddder!

I just found the nutritive analysis for the IAMS weight control food I bought.

http://www.iams.com/en_US/jhtmls/pr...uct/sw_ProductList_droplet.jhtml.1_A&_DAV=1#1

 

[ridddder]

Will the real owner please stand up....

Meow mix is owned by: J.W.Childs Associates, LP.

Their present portfolio consists of:

American Safety Razor_
Bass Pro Shops_
Chevys, Inc._
DESA International, Inc._
Dobson Communications Corporation_
Edison Schools, Inc._
Empire Kosher Poultry, Inc._
Esselte _
Equinox Fitness Clubs_
Hartz Mountain Corporation
Insight Health Services
Jillian's Entertainment Corporation
Meow Mix
National Nephrology Associates_
Nutrasweet_
Pan Am International Flight Academy, Inc._
Ross University
Universal Hospital Services, Inc._

Their past portfolio includes:

ALLIANCE INTERNATIONAL GROUP
Producer of porcelain enamel on steel white-boards and building products.

ANCHOR ADVANCED PRODUCTS, INC.
Manufacturer of toothbrushes and plastic injection molded products.

BELTONE ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Hearing aid manufacturer.

BIG V SUPERMARKETS, INC.
Leading supermarket chain in Northeastern United States.

CINNABON, INC.
Operator of "Cinnabon" mall-based cinnamon bun retail bakeries.

DIET CENTER, INC.
Provider of weight-loss services.

GENERAL NUTRITION COMPANIES, INC.
Leading specialty retailer of vitamins and other health-related products.

GHIRARDELLI CHOCOLATE COMPANY
Manufacturer and retailer of premium chocolate products.

HEALTH O METER PRODUCTS INC.
Manufacturer of branded scales, coffee makers and other appliances.

INTERNATIONAL DIVERSE FOODS, INC.
Leading custom developer and producer of sauces and seasonings._

INTERNET VENTURE WORKS
Internet Accelerator._

OMEGA WIRE CORPORATION
Leading manufacturer of specialty wire.

PERSONAL CARE GROUP, INC.
Manufactures and markets a broad line of consumer products.

QUALITY STORES, INC.
Agricultural Specialty retailer.

SELECT BEVERAGES, INC.
Independent bottler of soft drinks in the Midwestern United States.

SNAPPLE BEVERAGE CORPORATION_
New Age beverage marketer.

It looks as if Hartz didn't get into the cat food business until the 80's, and then only after much commercialism, they were sold out to this company in 2000.

Let me know if you wish to know more....

 

[superlittlegirl]

Thanks for going to so much trouble!

I'm not really seeing a conspiracy connection, but I do know that Ghirardelli chocolate tastes much better than Meow Mix smells.

Oh well, even if they aren't owned by RJ Reynolds, their cat food still sucks.

Thanks again for doing the searches!

 

[ridddder]

All I know is.....

That nothing says loving like something from the oven.....mmmmm

Maybe we can all talk in tag lines from ads......almost fun?

I bet you could use some kebbler elves right now eh?

 

[Soblue]

My cat, the original Miss Picky, has been eating stuff I buy from the vet for years now. It's called Prescription Diet Feline TD. It's much more concentrated than cheap food, so your right, it costs more, but they eat less.

If I run out and grab her something cheap from the grocery store, she barely eats enough to sustain life!

Anyway, glad your cats are happy now

 

[JerseyBoy]

Woem!

the poor kitty who could only meow backwards...will he ever get his favorite food?

 

[riff]

Amelia and Umberto eat IAMs. Occasionally I will treat them to some canned food.

I have no doubt that I could turn Umberto into a fatboy. He eats almost anything- he has the appetite of a dog (I wonder if this is because he is a male). Amelia is not finicky- but she is discrete. I think she has slender in her genes.

I once bought Science Diet for them and they both loved it.

It's fun to watch them eat. crunch crunch crunch

 

[ma_guy]

My cat won't eat anything but Science Diet Cat food or the dog's IAMS dog food.... She won't touch IAMS cat food. ???? She'll starve before she'll touch the cheaper (Meow Mix, Little Friskies, etc..) cat foods.

There is a reason I named her "Stoopid". lol

 

[Soblue]

Oh, she also gets 1/2 a can of Fancy Feast at dinner time. We sit down to eat, and she just sits on the kitchen floor, staring at me. Where's my dinner too?

So before we eat, she gets hers.

 

[ma_guy]

Oh, she also gets 1/2 a can of Fancy Feast at dinner time. We sit down to eat, and she just sits on the kitchen floor, staring at me. Where's my dinner too?

Canned cat/dog foods = BAD BAD BAD! Stop that! lol

 

[Soblue]

It's only half a tiny can!

Feh

 

[amelia]

i feed my cat IAMS hairball control. he loves it, but he's silly. he eats just part of the cat food and leaves the rest in the bowl.

finicky kitty.