CONCEPT FOR LIFE · REVIEW
Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken
Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken scores 2.7/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 35% protein targeting adult cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.7/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The first ingredient is dried chicken (a named meal), followed by white rice, which is a high-glycemic filler, and the fresh chicken contribution shrinks after cooking. While the formula avoids the most egregious artificial preservatives, the heavy reliance on rice and peas drives up carbohydrate content, making it less suitable for an obligate carnivore.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Concept for Life Sterilised Cats with Chicken 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
Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken 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
- 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
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Ingredients: Original recipe: Chicken protein (38.7%
- 02partially dried and hydrolysed)
- 03rice (27%)
- 04fresh chicken meat (14%)
- 05lignocellulose (5.9%)
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: Original recipe: Chicken protein (38.7%, partially dried and hydrolysed), rice (27%), fresh chicken meat (14%), lignocellulose (5.9%), dried beet pulp (4%), poultry fat, linseed, sodium chloride, dried brewer's yeast, potassium chloride, salmon oil (0, ), egg powder, sunflower oil, chicory inulin (0.2%), yeast cell walls (0.2%, rich in beta-glucans and mannan-oligosaccharides), dried psyllium husks (0.1%), dried yucca schidigera (0.02%). New recipe: Dried chicken (31%), white rice (25%), fresh chicken (10%), peas, cellulose (4%), dried beet pulp, linseed, salmon oil (2%), dried apples, chicken fat (1%), hydrolysed chicken liver (1%), minerals, dried brewer's yeast, sunflower oil, FOS (0.2%, fructo-oligosaccharides), yeast cell walls (0.2%, source of beta-glucans and mannan-oligosaccharides), psyllium husks, yucca schidigera (0.02%). Additives per kg: Nutritional additives: Original recipe: Vitamin A (15, 000 IU), vitamin D (1500 IU), vitamin E (150 IU), vitamin C (350mg), vitamin B1 (10mg), vitamin B2 (10mg), vitamin B6 [pyridoxine hydrochloride] (5mg), vitamin B12 (60μg), niacin (50mg), calcium-D-pantothenate (10mg), folic acid (1.4mg), biotin (200μg), choline chloride (2000mg), taurine (2000mg), L-carnitine (200mg), DL-methionine [technically pure] (2500mg), L-lysine monohydrochloride (2000mg), copper [cupric(II) sulphate pentahydrate] (12mg), zinc [zinc sulphate monohydrate] (100mg), zinc [glycine zinc chelate hydrate (solid)] (40mg), iron [ferrous(II) sulphate monohydrate] (200mg), manganese [manganous(II) sulphate monohydrate] (35mg), iodine [calcium iodate anhydrous] (2.2mg), selenium [sodium selenite] (0.35mg). New recipe: Vitamin A (20, 000 IU), vitamin D3 (1750 IU), vitamin E (500mg), taurine (1500mg), L-carnitine (200mg), DL-methionine (5000mg), copper (5mg), zinc (100mg), manganese (15mg), iodine (1.5mg), selenium (0.2mg). Technological additives: Original recipe: Antioxidants.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 2.7 out of 5. The first ingredient is dried chicken (a named meal), followed by white rice, which is a high-glycemic filler, and the fresh chicken contribution shrinks after cooking. While the formula avoids the most egregious artificial preservatives, the heavy reliance on rice and peas drives up carbohydrate content, making it less suitable for an obligate carnivore.
What is the protein content of Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken?
Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken contains 35% protein as listed on the label.
Is Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken grain-free?
No, Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken 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 Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken 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 Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken 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 Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken?
The top 5 ingredients in Concept for Life Sterilised Cats Chicken are: Ingredients: Original recipe: Chicken protein (38.7%, partially dried and hydrolysed), rice (27%), fresh chicken meat (14%), lignocellulose (5.9%). The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Ingredients: Original recipe: Chicken protein (38.7%), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are partially dried and hydrolysed), rice (27%), fresh chicken meat (14%), lignocellulose (5.9%). Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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