CAT CHOW · REVIEW
Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised
Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised scores 1.9/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 35% protein targeting adult cats.
Poor
MiauMiau AI score · 1.9/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The first ingredient is whole wheat (42%), making this food high in carbohydrates and low in species-appropriate whole meats. While the as-fed protein of 35% seems adequate, the absence of moisture data prevents precise dry-matter evaluation, and the use of animal by-products with vegetable protein extracts dilutes protein quality.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised Kattenvoer scores below 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
Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
Scores 0.8 points below the average dry food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Clean formula with no controversial additives
- Grain-free formula
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler ingredients
- Uses vague 'derivatives' instead of named 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 Cereals* (whole wheat 42%)
- 02meat and animal by-products (25%
- 03of which 14% chicken)
- 04vegetable protein extracts
- 05oils and fats
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
Concerns
- Uses unnamed animal derivatives instead of specific protein sources
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Ingredients Cereals* (whole wheat 42%), meat and animal by-products (25%, of which 14% chicken), vegetable protein extracts, oils and fats, by-products of vegetable origin, vegetables* (2% dried chicory root, dried carrots corresponding to 0.4% carrots, dried peas corresponding to 0.4% peas), minerals, yeasts* (0.3%). *Natural ingredients. Additives Nutritional additives: Vitamin A (14, 000 IU/kg), vitamin D3 (1, 150 IU/kg), vitamin E (100 IU/kg), ferrous sulfate monohydrate (53 mg/kg), anhydrous calcium iodate (1.7 mg/kg), cupric sulfate pentahydrate (10 mg/kg), manganous sulfate monohydrate (5.7 mg/kg) zinc sulfate monohydrate (74 mg/kg) sodium selenite (0.12 mg/kg), taurine (980 mg/kg), antioxidants.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 1.9 out of 5. The first ingredient is whole wheat (42%), making this food high in carbohydrates and low in species-appropriate whole meats. While the as-fed protein of 35% seems adequate, the absence of moisture data prevents precise dry-matter evaluation, and the use of animal by-products with vegetable protein extracts dilutes protein quality.
What is the protein content of Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised?
Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised contains 35% protein as listed on the label.
Is Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised grain-free?
Yes, Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised is grain-free. It does not contain wheat, corn, rice, or other grain ingredients. This can be beneficial for cats with grain sensitivities, though most healthy cats tolerate grains without issues.
How does Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised scores 0.8 points below 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 Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised is formulated for adult cats. If you have a kitten or a senior cat, look for formulas specifically designed for their life stage.
What are the main ingredients in Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised?
The top 5 ingredients in Cat Chow Adult Special Care Sterilised are: Ingredients Cereals* (whole wheat 42%), meat and animal by-products (25%, of which 14% chicken), vegetable protein extracts, oils and fats. The primary ingredient is Ingredients Cereals* (whole wheat 42%). The remaining top ingredients are meat and animal by-products (25%, of which 14% chicken), vegetable protein extracts, oils and fats. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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