NATURE'S VARIETY · REVIEW
Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken
Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken scores 3.4/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 36% protein targeting adult cats.
Average
MiauMiau AI score · 3.4/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
First ingredient is deboned chicken and second is chicken meal, qualifying for a 4.0 in protein source quality. However, missing moisture data prevents reliable dry matter basis assessment, forcing capped scores for protein and carbohydrates; the formula also relies on peas and maize protein for plant-based protein padding.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ wet food products, Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken 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
Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken 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
- High-quality ingredients with named protein sources
- Clean formula with no controversial additives
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
What to watch
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler ingredients
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
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INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Ingredients: Deboned chicken* (20%)
- 02dried chicken protein (19%)
- 03dried peas* (13%)
- 04maize protein
- 05brown rice* (9%)
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Ingredients: Deboned chicken* (20%), dried chicken protein (19%), dried peas* (13%), maize protein, brown rice* (9%), oats* (6%), poultry fat* (5%), hydrolysed animal protein (3%, poultry, pork, fish), beet pulp*, minerals, dried turkey protein (1%), powdered cellulose, dried carrots* (0.5%, equivalent to 4% fresh carrots), dried apple* (0.3%, equivalent to 2% fresh apple), dried algae* (0.01%, seaweed*), dried rosemary* (0.01%). *natural ingredients Additives per kg: Nutritional additives: Vitamin A (27, 000 IU), vitamin D3 (1200 IU), vitamin E (650mg), vitamin C (200mg), taurine (1000mg), sodium selenite (0.24mg), potassium iodide (1.9mg), manganous sulphate monohydrate (123mg), ferrous-(II)-sulphate monohydrate (260mg), cupric-(II)-sulphate pentahydrate] (33mg), zinc sulphate monohydrate (350mg).
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken is an average wet food with a quality score of 3.4 out of 5. First ingredient is deboned chicken and second is chicken meal, qualifying for a 4.0 in protein source quality. However, missing moisture data prevents reliable dry matter basis assessment, forcing capped scores for protein and carbohydrates; the formula also relies on peas and maize protein for plant-based protein padding.
What is the protein content of Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken?
Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken contains 36% protein as listed on the label.
Is Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken grain-free?
No, Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken 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 Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken 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 Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken 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 Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken?
The top 5 ingredients in Nature's Variety Healthy Grains Adult Chicken are: Ingredients: Deboned chicken* (20%), dried chicken protein (19%), dried peas* (13%), maize protein, brown rice* (9%). The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Ingredients: Deboned chicken* (20%)), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are dried chicken protein (19%), dried peas* (13%), maize protein, brown rice* (9%). Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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