GOURMET · REVIEW
Gourmet Salmon in Sauce
Gourmet Salmon in Sauce scores 3.3/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 11.5% protein targeting adult cats.
Average
MiauMiau AI score · 3.3/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
Protein DMB is exceptionally high at 63.9%, but the ingredient panel is vague and low-quality, led by unnamed 'meat and animal by-products'. Added sugar is an unnecessary and harmful additive strictly inappropriate for obligate carnivores, dragging down safety.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Gourmet Salmon in Sauce scores above 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 Salmon in Sauce vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
Scores 0.6 points above the average dry 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?
Best for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Meat and animal by-products
- 02vegetable protein extracts
- 03fish and fish by-products (of which 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 (of which 4% salmon), minerals, vegetable by-products, sugar
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Gourmet Salmon in Sauce good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Gourmet Salmon in Sauce is an average dry food with a quality score of 3.3 out of 5. Protein DMB is exceptionally high at 63.9%, but the ingredient panel is vague and low-quality, led by unnamed 'meat and animal by-products'. Added sugar is an unnecessary and harmful additive strictly inappropriate for obligate carnivores, dragging down safety.
What is the protein content of Gourmet Salmon in Sauce?
Gourmet Salmon in Sauce contains 11.5% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 63.89% 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 Salmon in Sauce grain-free?
Yes, Gourmet Salmon in Sauce 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 Salmon in Sauce compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Gourmet Salmon in Sauce scores 0.6 points above 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 Gourmet Salmon in Sauce suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Gourmet Salmon in Sauce is formulated for adult cats. Its high protein content (63.89% 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 Salmon in Sauce?
The top 5 ingredients in Gourmet Salmon in Sauce are: Meat and animal by-products, vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products (of which 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 (of which 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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