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Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice
Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice scores 2.8/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 34% protein targeting kitten cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.8/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
First ingredient is chicken meal, which provides solid animal protein, but the next two ingredients (white rice at 34% and maize) are grain fillers that push plant content high. An estimated carbohydrate load near 32% on a dry matter basis and protein around 34% DMB make this too starchy for a strict carnivore kitten, despite clean preservatives.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice scores close to the dry food average.
Analyzed by MiauMiau's Nutritional AI · June 2026
This analysis is generated from ingredient and compositional data. It is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for health decisions.
Score breakdown
HOW IT COMPARES
Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Clean formula with no controversial additives
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
What to watch
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler ingredients
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
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INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Ingredients: Chicken meal (44%)
- 02white rice (34%)
- 03wholegrain maize
- 04chicken fat
- 05chicken livers
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Ingredients: Chicken meal (44%), white rice (34%), wholegrain maize, chicken fat, chicken livers, salmon oil, vitamins and minerals, seaweed. Additives per kg: Nutritional additives: Vitamin A (21, 500 IU), vitamin D3 (1720 IU), vitamin E (150 IU), taurine (1000mg), copper [copper-(II)-chelate of amino acids hydrate] (8mg), iron [ferrous chelate of amino acids hydrate] (30mg), iodine [calcium iodate anhydrous] (0.5mg), manganese [manganous chelate of amino acids hydrate] (15mg), zinc [zinc chelate of amino acids hydrate] (125mg), selenium [3b8.11, selenised yeast inactivated] (0.15mg). Technological additives: Antioxidants [mixed tocopherols]. Analytical constituents: Crude protein (34%), crude fat (18%), crude fibre (1.5%), crude ash (8.5%), copper (11.5mg/kg), sodium (0.38%), calcium (1.9%), phosphorus (1.4%), magnesium (0.11%), potassium (0.7%), omega-6 fatty acids (3.74%), omega-3 fatty acids (0.67%).
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 2.8 out of 5. First ingredient is chicken meal, which provides solid animal protein, but the next two ingredients (white rice at 34% and maize) are grain fillers that push plant content high. An estimated carbohydrate load near 32% on a dry matter basis and protein around 34% DMB make this too starchy for a strict carnivore kitten, despite clean preservatives.
What is the protein content of Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice?
Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice contains 34% protein as listed on the label.
Is Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice grain-free?
No, Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice is not grain-free and contains grain-based ingredients. For most cats, grains are perfectly safe and provide a source of energy. However, cats with diagnosed grain allergies may need a grain-free alternative.
How does Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice scores close to the average dry food quality score of 2.7. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice is specifically formulated for kittens. Kitten formulas typically have higher protein and calorie content to support rapid growth and development.
What are the main ingredients in Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice?
The top 5 ingredients in Burns Kitten Chicken & Rice are: Ingredients: Chicken meal (44%), white rice (34%), wholegrain maize, chicken fat, chicken livers. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Ingredients: Chicken meal (44%)), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are white rice (34%), wholegrain maize, chicken fat, chicken livers. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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