GOURMET · REVIEW
Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack
Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack scores 2.5/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 4% protein targeting adult cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.5/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The first and primary ingredient is vague 'meat and animal by-products', with only a 6% named meat inclusion, which is a significant concern for an obligate carnivore. While it claims no additives and has moderate estimated carbs (23.1% DMB), the low protein (30.8% DMB) and heavy reliance on unnamed animal derivatives and 'vegetable by-products' make this nutritionally marginal.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ wet food products, Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack scores below the wet 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
Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack vs. the category
Compared to the average wet food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3/5
Scores 0.5 points below the average wet 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
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- 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
- 01Meat and animal by-products (of which beef 6%)
- 02vegetable by-products
- 03milk and milk products
- 04oils and fats
- 05vegetables (dried tomato 1.5%). Ingredients of natural origin. Chicken & Pumpkin: Meat and animal by-products (of which chicken 6%)
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
Dry matter basis
Dry matter basis removes water content for accurate comparison between wet and dry foods.
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Meat and animal by-products (of which beef 6%), vegetable by-products, milk and milk products, oils and fats, vegetables (dried tomato 1.5%). Ingredients of natural origin. Chicken & Pumpkin: Meat and animal by-products (of which chicken 6%), vegetable by-products, milk and milk products, oils and fats, vegetables (dried pumpkin 1.5%). Ingredients of natural origin. Salmon & Carrot: Meat and animal by-products (of which salmon 6%), vegetable by-products, milk and milk products, oils and fats, vegetables (dried carrot 1.5%). Ingredients of natural origin. Additives According to the manufacturer, the product contains no additives.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack is a below-average wet food with a quality score of 2.5 out of 5. The first and primary ingredient is vague 'meat and animal by-products', with only a 6% named meat inclusion, which is a significant concern for an obligate carnivore. While it claims no additives and has moderate estimated carbs (23.1% DMB), the low protein (30.8% DMB) and heavy reliance on unnamed animal derivatives and 'vegetable by-products' make this nutritionally marginal.
What is the protein content of Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack?
Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack contains 4% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 30.77% protein. Dry matter basis is the fairest way to compare protein between wet and dry foods because it removes water content from the equation.
Is Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack grain-free?
Yes, Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack 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 Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack scores 0.5 points below the average wet food quality score of 3.0. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack 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 Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack?
The top 5 ingredients in Gourmet Chicken and Pumpkin Snack are: Meat and animal by-products (of which beef 6%), vegetable by-products, milk and milk products, oils and fats, vegetables (dried tomato 1.5%). Ingredients of natural origin. Chicken & Pumpkin: Meat and animal by-products (of which chicken 6%). The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Meat and animal by-products (of which beef 6%)), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are vegetable by-products, milk and milk products, oils and fats, vegetables (dried tomato 1.5%). Ingredients of natural origin. Chicken & Pumpkin: Meat and animal by-products (of which chicken 6%). Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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