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Gourmet Gold Tender Chunks Duck & Turkey
Gourmet Gold Tender Chunks Duck & Turkey scores 1.7/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food targeting adult cats.
Poor
MiauMiau AI score · 1.7/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This food uses 'Meat and animal by-products' as its primary protein source, which is a low-quality, unnamed ingredient. The lack of nutritional analysis makes it impossible to assess protein adequacy, and the presence of grains and added sugar are significant concerns for an obligate carnivore.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 2,700+ wet food products, Gourmet Gold Mega Pack Duck & Turkey Casserole scores below the wet food average.
Analyzed by MiauMiau's Nutritional AI · April 2026
This analysis is generated from ingredient and compositional data. It is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for health decisions.
Score breakdown
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
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler ingredients
- Contains some controversial additives
- Contains added sugars
- Uses vague 'derivatives' instead of named ingredients
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Ingredients: Salmon & Chicken: Meat and animal by-products (21%
- 02incl. 4% chicken)
- 03grains
- 04fish and fish by-products (4% salmon)
- 05minerals
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
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Ingredients: Salmon & Chicken: Meat and animal by-products (21%, incl. 4% chicken), grains, fish and fish by-products (4% salmon), minerals, sugar. Chicken & Liver: Meat and animal by-products (26%, incl. 4% chicken and 4% liver), grains, minerals, sugar. Veal & Vegetables: Meat and animal by-products (25%, incl. 4% veal), grains, vegetables (1.35% dehydrated vegetables, equivalent to 12.1% vegetables in sauce), minerals, various sugars. Duck & Turkey: Meat and animal by-products (incl. 4% turkey, duck), grains, minerals, sugar. Additives per kg: Nutritional additives: Salmon & Chicken/Chicken & Liver/Veal & Vegetables: Vitamin A (735 IU), vitamin D3 (112 IU), iron [as ferrous sulphate monohydrate] (8.4mg), iodine [as calcium iodate anhydrous] (0.21mg), copper [as cupric sulphate pentahydrate] (0.73mg), manganese [as manganous sulphate monohydrate] (1.6mg), zinc [as zinc sulphate monohydrate] (15.2mg), taurine (460mg). Duck & Turkey: Vitamin A (1, 290 IU), vitamin D3 (200 IU), iron (9mg), iodine (0.2mg), copper (0.8mg), manganese (1.7mg), zinc (9mg). Technological additives: Salmon & Chicken/Chicken & Liver/Veal & Vegetables: Flavourings.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Gourmet Gold Tender Chunks Duck & Turkey good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Gourmet Gold Tender Chunks Duck & Turkey is a below-average wet food with a quality score of 1.7 out of 5. This food uses 'Meat and animal by-products' as its primary protein source, which is a low-quality, unnamed ingredient. The lack of nutritional analysis makes it impossible to assess protein adequacy, and the presence of grains and added sugar are significant concerns for an obligate carnivore.
Is Gourmet Gold Tender Chunks Duck & Turkey grain-free?
No, Gourmet Gold Tender Chunks Duck & Turkey 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 Gourmet Gold Tender Chunks Duck & Turkey compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 2,700+ cat food products, Gourmet Gold Tender Chunks Duck & Turkey scores 1.4 points below the average wet food quality score of 3.1. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Gourmet Gold Tender Chunks Duck & Turkey suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Gourmet Gold Tender Chunks Duck & Turkey 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 Gold Tender Chunks Duck & Turkey?
The top 5 ingredients in Gourmet Gold Tender Chunks Duck & Turkey are: Ingredients: Salmon & Chicken: Meat and animal by-products (21%, incl. 4% chicken), grains, fish and fish by-products (4% salmon), minerals. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Ingredients: Salmon & Chicken: Meat and animal by-products (21%), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are incl. 4% chicken), grains, fish and fish by-products (4% salmon), minerals. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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