ROYAL CANIN · REVIEW
Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein
Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein scores 1.7/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 29% protein targeting adult cats.
Poor
MiauMiau AI score · 1.7/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The primary protein source is hydrolyzed soy, a plant protein, with no animal meat among the first ingredients, making it poorly suited for obligate carnivores. While preserved naturally and free from artificial additives, the formula delivers only 31.4% DMB protein and an estimated 42% carbohydrate load, largely from rice and pea fiber.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein scores below 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
Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
Scores 1.0 points below the average dry food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Clean formula with no controversial additives
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler ingredients
- High carbohydrate content relative to protein
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
Best for
Not ideal for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Hydrolyzed soy protein
- 02brewers rice flour
- 03chicken fat
- 04pea fiber
- 05brewers rice
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
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
Hydrolyzed soy protein, brewers rice flour, chicken fat, pea fiber, brewers rice, natural flavors, dried plain beet pulp, calcium sulfate, fish oil, potassium chloride, sodium aluminosilicate, DL-methionine, sodium bisulfate, sodium pyrophosphate, choline chloride, powdered psyllium seed husk, fructooligosaccharides, vitamins[DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), niacin supplement, D-calcium pantothenate, biotin, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), riboflavin supplement, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin A acetate, vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid, vitamin D3 supplement], calcium carbonate, monocalcium phosphate, taurine, hydrolyzed yeast, marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.), trace minerals[zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, manganese proteinate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, ferrous sulfate, sodium selenite, copper proteinate, calcium iodate], rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 1.7 out of 5. The primary protein source is hydrolyzed soy, a plant protein, with no animal meat among the first ingredients, making it poorly suited for obligate carnivores. While preserved naturally and free from artificial additives, the formula delivers only 31.4% DMB protein and an estimated 42% carbohydrate load, largely from rice and pea fiber.
What is the protein content of Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein?
Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein contains 29% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 31.35% 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 Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein grain-free?
No, Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein 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 Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein scores 1 points below 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 Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein 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 Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein?
The top 5 ingredients in Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Hydrolyzed Protein are: Hydrolyzed soy protein, brewers rice flour, chicken fat, pea fiber, brewers rice. The primary ingredient is Hydrolyzed soy protein. The remaining top ingredients are brewers rice flour, chicken fat, pea fiber, brewers rice. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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