ROYAL CANIN · REVIEW
Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein
Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein scores 1.7/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 24.1% protein targeting adult cats.
Poor
MiauMiau AI score · 1.7/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This is a veterinary therapeutic diet designed for severe allergies, not a species-appropriate carnivore food. The first ingredient is brewers rice and the primary protein source is hydrolyzed soy protein, which results in extremely low meat inclusion and a plant-based amino acid profile completely misaligned with obligate carnivore biology.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein HP 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 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
- 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?
Not ideal for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Brewers rice
- 02hydrolyzed soy protein
- 03chicken fat
- 04powdered cellulose
- 05natural flavors
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
Brewers rice, hydrolyzed soy protein, chicken fat, powdered cellulose, natural flavors, dried plain beet pulp, calcium sulfate, fish oil, potassium chloride, vegetable oil, DL-methionine, monocalcium phosphate, sodium pyrophosphate, salt, sodium aluminosilicate, fructooligosaccharides, calcium carbonate, choline chloride, vitamins[DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), niacin supplement, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), 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], taurine, GLA safflower oil, 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], magnesium oxide, rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 1.7 out of 5. This is a veterinary therapeutic diet designed for severe allergies, not a species-appropriate carnivore food. The first ingredient is brewers rice and the primary protein source is hydrolyzed soy protein, which results in extremely low meat inclusion and a plant-based amino acid profile completely misaligned with obligate carnivore biology.
What is the protein content of Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein?
Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein contains 24.1% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 26.05% 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 Hydrolyzed Protein grain-free?
No, Royal Canin Feline 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 Hydrolyzed Protein compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Royal Canin Feline 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 Hydrolyzed Protein suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Royal Canin Feline 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 Hydrolyzed Protein?
The top 5 ingredients in Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein are: Brewers rice, hydrolyzed soy protein, chicken fat, powdered cellulose, natural flavors. The primary ingredient is Brewers rice. The remaining top ingredients are hydrolyzed soy protein, chicken fat, powdered cellulose, natural flavors. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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