GOURMET · REVIEW
Gourmet Veal & Duck
Gourmet Veal & Duck scores 1.5/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 4% protein targeting adult cats.
Poor
MiauMiau AI score · 1.5/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The first ingredient is unnamed 'meat and animal by-products' with only small amounts of named meats (4% veal/duck), and includes vegetable protein extracts. On a dry matter basis, protein is only 20%, well below the 55% ideal for obligate carnivores, while carbohydrates are high at an estimated 54.5% due to added sugars and plant ingredients.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ wet food products, Gourmet Veal & Duck 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 Veal & Duck vs. the category
Compared to the average wet food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3/5
Scores 1.5 points below the average wet food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- 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
- Contains notable filler ingredients
- 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 (of which 19% veal 4%
- 02duck 4%)
- 03vegetable protein extracts
- 04fish and fish by-products
- 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
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 19% veal 4%, duck 4%), vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products, minerals, various sugars. Beef: Meat and animal by-products (of which 15% beef 4%), vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products, minerals, various sugars. Salmon: Meat and animal by-products, vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products (salmon 4%), minerals, various sugars. Rabbit: Meat and animal by-products (14% of which rabbit 4%), vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products, minerals, various sugars. Chicken: Meat and animal by-products (17% of which chicken 6%), vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products, minerals, various sugars. Tuna: Meat and animal by-products, vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products (tuna 4%), minerals, sugar. Turkey: Meat and animal by-products (of which turkey 4%), vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products, minerals, various sugars. Veal and vegetables: Meat and animal by-products (14% of which veal 4%), vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products, minerals, vegetables (0.7% dehydrated vegetables, equivalent to 6.3% vegetables), various sugars. Trout and spinach: Meat and animal by-products, vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products (trout 4%), minerals, vegetables (0.3% dehydrated spinach, corresponding to 4% spinach in the sauce), various sugars. Additives Nutritional additives: Vitamin A (700 IU/kg), vitamin D3 (105 IU/kg), iron (8 mg/kg), calcium iodate, anhydrous (0.20 mg/kg), copper (0.7 mg/kg), manganese (1.5 mg/kg), zinc (14.5 mg/kg), taurine (440 mg/kg). Flavorings.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Gourmet Veal & Duck good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Gourmet Veal & Duck is a below-average wet food with a quality score of 1.5 out of 5. The first ingredient is unnamed 'meat and animal by-products' with only small amounts of named meats (4% veal/duck), and includes vegetable protein extracts. On a dry matter basis, protein is only 20%, well below the 55% ideal for obligate carnivores, while carbohydrates are high at an estimated 54.5% due to added sugars and plant ingredients.
What is the protein content of Gourmet Veal & Duck?
Gourmet Veal & Duck contains 4% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 62.5% 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 Veal & Duck grain-free?
Yes, Gourmet Veal & Duck 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 Veal & Duck compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Gourmet Veal & Duck scores 1.5 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 Veal & Duck suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Gourmet Veal & Duck is formulated for adult cats. Its high protein content (62.5% 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 Veal & Duck?
The top 5 ingredients in Gourmet Veal & Duck are: Meat and animal by-products (of which 19% veal 4%, duck 4%), vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products, minerals. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Meat and animal by-products (of which 19% veal 4%), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are duck 4%), vegetable protein extracts, fish and fish by-products, minerals. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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