GOURMET · REVIEW
Gourmet Gold mousse met zalm
Gourmet Gold mousse met zalm scores 2.5/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 10.5% protein targeting adult cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.5/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The protein level on a dry matter basis (46.7%) is good, but the ingredient quality is vague and low-tier, led by unnamed 'meat and animal derivatives' with only 4% named salmon. The formula contains added sugar, a completely inappropriate and harmful ingredient for obligate carnivores, which severely undermines the product's overall health value.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 4,200+ dry food products, Gourmet Gold mousse met zalm 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
Gourmet Gold mousse met zalm vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 4,200+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.6/5
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Excellent protein content for adult cats
- Minimal filler content — no unnecessary grain or starch padding
- Grain-free formula
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Contains some controversial additives
- Contains added sugars
- 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
- 01<p> Composition: Meat and animal derivatives
- 02fish and fish derivatives (of which salmon 4%)
- 03minerals
- 04derivatives of vegetable origin
- 05sugar. </p> <p>Analytical constituents: Moisture: 77.5%: Protein: 10.5%: Fat content: 7.0%: Crude ash: 3.2%: Crude fibre: 0.05%.</p> <p>Additives: Nutritional additives: IU/kg: Vit. A: 900: Vit. D3: 140: mg/kg: Iron(II) sulphate monohydrate: 31.6: Calcium iodate
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
Concerns
- Contains added sugars
- 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
<p> Composition: Meat and animal derivatives, fish and fish derivatives (of which salmon 4%), minerals, derivatives of vegetable origin, sugar. </p> <p>Analytical constituents: Moisture: 77.5%: Protein: 10.5%: Fat content: 7.0%: Crude ash: 3.2%: Crude fibre: 0.05%.</p> <p>Additives: Nutritional additives: IU/kg: Vit. A: 900: Vit. D3: 140: mg/kg: Iron(II) sulphate monohydrate: 31.6: Calcium iodate, anhydrous: 0.40: Copper(II) sulphate pentahydrate: 3.5: Manganese(II) sulphate monohydrate: 6.2: Zinc sulphate monohydrate: 51: Preservatives.</p>
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Gourmet Gold mousse met zalm good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Gourmet Gold mousse met zalm is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 2.5 out of 5. The protein level on a dry matter basis (46.7%) is good, but the ingredient quality is vague and low-tier, led by unnamed 'meat and animal derivatives' with only 4% named salmon. The formula contains added sugar, a completely inappropriate and harmful ingredient for obligate carnivores, which severely undermines the product's overall health value.
What is the protein content of Gourmet Gold mousse met zalm?
Gourmet Gold mousse met zalm contains 10.5% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 46.67% 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 Gold mousse met zalm grain-free?
Yes, Gourmet Gold mousse met zalm 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 Gold mousse met zalm compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 4,200+ cat food products, Gourmet Gold mousse met zalm scores close to the average dry food quality score of 2.6. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Gourmet Gold mousse met zalm suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Gourmet Gold mousse met zalm is formulated for adult cats. Its high protein content (46.67% dry matter basis) may also be suitable for kittens, but a dedicated kitten formula is generally recommended. 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 Gold mousse met zalm?
The top 5 ingredients in Gourmet Gold mousse met zalm are: <p> Composition: Meat and animal derivatives, fish and fish derivatives (of which salmon 4%), minerals, derivatives of vegetable origin, sugar. </p> <p>Analytical constituents: Moisture: 77.5%: Protein: 10.5%: Fat content: 7.0%: Crude ash: 3.2%: Crude fibre: 0.05%.</p> <p>Additives: Nutritional additives: IU/kg: Vit. A: 900: Vit. D3: 140: mg/kg: Iron(II) sulphate monohydrate: 31.6: Calcium iodate. The primary ingredient is <p> Composition: Meat and animal derivatives. The remaining top ingredients are fish and fish derivatives (of which salmon 4%), minerals, derivatives of vegetable origin, sugar. </p> <p>Analytical constituents: Moisture: 77.5%: Protein: 10.5%: Fat content: 7.0%: Crude ash: 3.2%: Crude fibre: 0.05%.</p> <p>Additives: Nutritional additives: IU/kg: Vit. A: 900: Vit. D3: 140: mg/kg: Iron(II) sulphate monohydrate: 31.6: Calcium iodate. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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