ROYAL CANIN · REVIEW
Royal Canin Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy
Royal Canin Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy scores 2.9/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 10% protein targeting adult cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.9/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This food delivers a strong dry matter protein level (48.8%), but the first protein sources are chicken and pork by-products, indicating lower ingredient quality. It also contains carrageenan and multiple grain fillers like wheat flour and modified corn starch, pushing estimated carbohydrates to 26.3% on a dry matter basis.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ wet food products, Royal Canin Hair & Skin Care Chunks in Gravy Pouch scores close to 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 Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy vs. the category
Compared to the average wet food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3/5
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Excellent protein content for adult cats
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Uses vague 'derivatives' instead of named ingredients
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
Best for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Water sufficient for processing
- 02chicken by-products
- 03pork by-products
- 04salmon meal
- 05pork liver
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
Concerns
- 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
Water sufficient for processing, chicken by-products, pork by-products, salmon meal, pork liver, pork plasma, wheat flour, pork digest, powdered cellulose, wheat gluten, hydrolyzed chicken liver, modified corn starch, vegetable oil, brewers rice flour, glycine, calcium sulfate, fish oil, calcium carbonate, sodium tripolyphosphate, potassium chloride, natural flavors, choline chloride, carrageenan, taurine, vitamins[niacin supplement, cholecalciferol (source of vitamin D3), D-calcium pantothenate, DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), riboflavin supplement, biotin, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement], magnesium oxide, sodium carbonate, yeast extract, trace minerals[zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, zinc proteinate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, manganese proteinate, copper proteinate, calcium iodate].
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Royal Canin Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Royal Canin Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy is a below-average wet food with a quality score of 2.9 out of 5. This food delivers a strong dry matter protein level (48.8%), but the first protein sources are chicken and pork by-products, indicating lower ingredient quality. It also contains carrageenan and multiple grain fillers like wheat flour and modified corn starch, pushing estimated carbohydrates to 26.3% on a dry matter basis.
What is the protein content of Royal Canin Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy?
Royal Canin Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy contains 10% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 48.78% 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 Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy grain-free?
No, Royal Canin Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy 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 Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Royal Canin Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy scores close to 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 Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Royal Canin Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy is formulated for adult cats. Its high protein content (48.78% dry matter basis) may also be suitable for kittens, but a dedicated kitten formula is generally recommended. 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 Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy?
The top 5 ingredients in Royal Canin Hair and Skin Care Chunks in Gravy are: Water sufficient for processing, chicken by-products, pork by-products, salmon meal, pork liver. The primary ingredient is Water sufficient for processing. The remaining top ingredients are chicken by-products, pork by-products, salmon meal, pork liver. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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