GOURMET · REVIEW
Gourmet Gold Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon
Gourmet Gold Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon scores 3.4/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 13.5% protein targeting adult cats.
Average
MiauMiau AI score · 3.4/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The protein on a dry matter basis is exceptionally high (67.5%), but the ingredient quality is severely undermined by the leading and ambiguous 'meat and animal by-products' and the use of 'vegetable protein extracts' to boost protein content. Additionally, the inclusion of 'various sugars' as an additive is a red flag for a strict carnivore, though the estimated carbohydrate content remains low.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ wet food products, Gourmet Gold Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon scores above 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 Gold Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon vs. the category
Compared to the average wet food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3/5
Scores 0.4 points above the average wet food
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
- 01Meat and animal by-products
- 02vegetable protein extracts
- 03fish and fish by-products (4% salmon)
- 04minerals
- 05vegetable by-products
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
Meat and animal by-products, vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products (4% salmon), minerals, vegetable by-products, various sugars. Chicken: Meat and animal by-products (18%, of which 8% chicken), vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products, minerals, vegetable by-products, various sugars. Beef: Meat and animal by-products (18%, of which 4% beef), vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products, minerals, vegetable by-products, various sugars. Sea fish: Protein extracts, fish and fish by-products (sea fish 4%), minerals, vegetable by-products, various sugars. Additives Nutritional additives: Vitamin A (800 IU/kg), vitamin D3 (122 IU/kg), iron(II) sulfate monohydrate (9.2 mg/kg), anhydrous calcium iodate (0.22 mg/kg), copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate (0.80 mg/kg), manganese(II) sulfate monohydrate (1.7 mg/kg), zinc sulfate monohydrate (16.3 mg/kg), taurine (500 mg/kg).
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Gourmet Gold Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Gourmet Gold Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon is an average wet food with a quality score of 3.4 out of 5. The protein on a dry matter basis is exceptionally high (67.5%), but the ingredient quality is severely undermined by the leading and ambiguous 'meat and animal by-products' and the use of 'vegetable protein extracts' to boost protein content. Additionally, the inclusion of 'various sugars' as an additive is a red flag for a strict carnivore, though the estimated carbohydrate content remains low.
What is the protein content of Gourmet Gold Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon?
Gourmet Gold Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon contains 13.5% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 67.5% 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 Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon grain-free?
Yes, Gourmet Gold Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon 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 Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Gourmet Gold Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon scores 0.4 points above 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 Gold Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Gourmet Gold Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon is formulated for adult cats. Its high protein content (67.5% 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 Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon?
The top 5 ingredients in Gourmet Gold Succulent Fine Strips Chicken, Ocean Fish, Beef and Salmon are: Meat and animal by-products, vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products (4% salmon), minerals, vegetable by-products. The primary ingredient is Meat and animal by-products. The remaining top ingredients are vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products (4% salmon), minerals, vegetable by-products. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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