MAC'S · REVIEW
MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout
MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout scores 3.2/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 34% protein targeting adult cats.
Average
MiauMiau AI score · 3.2/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The food opens well with named salmon as the first ingredient, but the second ingredient (potato) and the inclusion of peas and sweet potato undermine the meat-first promise. With 37% dry matter protein and an estimated 31.5% carbs, the formula is too plant-heavy for an obligate carnivore, and the presence of pea and potato as protein/energy padding drives this down.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, MAC's Superfood for Cats Adult Salmon & Trout 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
MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
Scores 0.5 points above the average dry food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Clean formula with no controversial additives
- Grain-free formula
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
What to watch
- Contains notable filler ingredients
- Contains added sugars
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
Best for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Ingredients Salmon (44%
- 02consisting of 28% fresh salmon
- 03salmon meal
- 04salmon oil)
- 05potato*
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
Concerns
- Contains added sugars
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
Ingredients Salmon (44%, consisting of 28% fresh salmon, salmon meal, salmon oil), potato*, poultry (13% consisting of 7% poultry meat meal, poultry fat), trout, sweet potato*, Peas, brewer's yeast, beet pulp (desugared), Allgäu mountain meadow herbs, cranberries*, fructooligosaccharides (FOS), yucca schidigera, New Zealand green-lipped mussel. (*dried) Additives Nutritional additives: Copper [as copper(II) sulphate, pentahydrate] (10 mg/kg), zinc [as zinc oxide] (90 mg/kg), manganese [as manganese oxide] (10 mg/kg), iodine [as calcium iodate, anhydrous] (1.6 mg/kg), vitamin A (20.000 IU/kg), vitamin D (1, 400 IU/kg), vitamin E [all-rac-alpha-tocopheryl acetate] (180 mg/kg), taurine (1, 250 mg/kg).
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout is an average dry food with a quality score of 3.2 out of 5. The food opens well with named salmon as the first ingredient, but the second ingredient (potato) and the inclusion of peas and sweet potato undermine the meat-first promise. With 37% dry matter protein and an estimated 31.5% carbs, the formula is too plant-heavy for an obligate carnivore, and the presence of pea and potato as protein/energy padding drives this down.
What is the protein content of MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout?
MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout contains 34% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 36.96% 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 MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout grain-free?
Yes, MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout 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 MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout scores 0.5 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 MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout suitable for kittens or senior cats?
MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout 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 MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout?
The top 5 ingredients in MAC's Superfood Adult Salmon and Trout are: Ingredients Salmon (44%, consisting of 28% fresh salmon, salmon meal, salmon oil), potato*. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Ingredients Salmon (44%), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are consisting of 28% fresh salmon, salmon meal, salmon oil), potato*. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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