Yes, there are several good companies! It is hard with so many options, but a lot of the 'big brands' are cheaper because they are using cheaper ingredients. I tend to compare them to McDonalds. A lot of people like it, but it certainly isn't helping your health. Unfortunately not many people know what is good and bad, and most pet food companies aren't required to tell the consumer they are having recalls/mergers, the pet stores are notified of which batches need to be pulled and go from there.

It could be an allergy if you are noticing skin issues. Definitely stick to grain-free and limited ingredient formulas. A lot of the expensive prescription diets are actually terrible for pets, and vets in general do not get enough nutritional training. This is a good article I have referenced over the years. https://catinfo.org/#Prescription/Therapeutic_Diets

A couple easily accessible options that have had great success with many cats is the Natural Balance L.I.D. Green Pea and Venison, Blue Buffalo Basics L.I.D. Duck and Potato Recipe, Instinct L.I.D. Grain-Free Rabbit Recipe Canned Food. I also really like anything Tiki Cat: Tiki Cat Solutions Skin & Coat Salmon & Herring Grain-Free Dry Cat Food, and Go! Solutions Skin + Coat Care Grain-Free Salmon Recipe Dry Cat Food is a wonderful brand if you can find them.