ROYAL CANIN · REVIEW
Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie
Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie scores 1.9/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 7.5% protein targeting adult cats.
Poor
MiauMiau AI score · 1.9/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This food relies on unnamed 'meat and animal derivatives' and 'poultry and pork by-products' as primary protein sources, which is vague and low-quality for an obligate carnivore. The estimated carbohydrate content is high at 29.2% DMB, driven by maize flour and maize starch, and the inclusion of 'various sugars' is a significant concern for feline health.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ wet food products, Royal Canin Veterinary Cat - Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie in Gravy 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
Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie vs. the category
Compared to the average wet food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3/5
Scores 1.1 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
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- 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?
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INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Meat and animal derivatives
- 02cereals
- 03derivatives of vegetable origin
- 04minerals
- 05vegetable and animal oils and fats
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 derivatives, cereals, derivatives of vegetable origin, minerals, vegetable and animal oils and fats, various sugars, yeasts. Highly digestible ingredients: poultry and pork by-products, maize flour, maize starch mixture.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie is a below-average wet food with a quality score of 1.9 out of 5. This food relies on unnamed 'meat and animal derivatives' and 'poultry and pork by-products' as primary protein sources, which is vague and low-quality for an obligate carnivore. The estimated carbohydrate content is high at 29.2% DMB, driven by maize flour and maize starch, and the inclusion of 'various sugars' is a significant concern for feline health.
What is the protein content of Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie?
Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie contains 7.5% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 42.13% 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 Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie grain-free?
Yes, Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie 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 Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie scores 1.1 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 Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie 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 Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie?
The top 5 ingredients in Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie are: Meat and animal derivatives, cereals, derivatives of vegetable origin, minerals, vegetable and animal oils and fats. The primary ingredient is Meat and animal derivatives. The remaining top ingredients are cereals, derivatives of vegetable origin, minerals, vegetable and animal oils and fats. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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