ROYAL CANIN · REVIEW
Royal Canin Hairball Care in Gravy
Royal Canin Hairball Care in Gravy scores 2.9/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 10.5% protein targeting senior cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.9/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
Royal Canin Hairball Care relies on unnamed 'meat and animal derivatives' as its primary protein source, lacking specific whole meats. Moderate carbohydrate levels (20.5% DMB) from cereals and vegetable protein extracts, combined with added 'various sugars', make it a subpar choice for an obligate carnivore.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ wet food products, Royal Canin Instinctive 7+ in Gravy 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 Hairball Care 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 senior cats
- Grain-free formula
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Contains added sugars
- 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
- 01meat and animal derivatives
- 02cereals
- 03vegetable protein extracts
- 04derivatives of vegetable origin
- 05minerals
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, vegetable protein extracts, derivatives of vegetable origin, minerals, various sugars, molluscs and crustaceans.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Royal Canin Hairball Care in Gravy good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Royal Canin Hairball Care in Gravy is a below-average wet food with a quality score of 2.9 out of 5. Royal Canin Hairball Care relies on unnamed 'meat and animal derivatives' as its primary protein source, lacking specific whole meats. Moderate carbohydrate levels (20.5% DMB) from cereals and vegetable protein extracts, combined with added 'various sugars', make it a subpar choice for an obligate carnivore.
What is the protein content of Royal Canin Hairball Care in Gravy?
Royal Canin Hairball Care in Gravy contains 10.5% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 53.85% 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 Hairball Care in Gravy grain-free?
Yes, Royal Canin Hairball Care in Gravy 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 Hairball Care in Gravy compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Royal Canin Hairball Care 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 Hairball Care in Gravy suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Royal Canin Hairball Care in Gravy is formulated for senior cats. Senior formulas are often adjusted for lower activity levels and may include joint support or kidney-friendly nutrient profiles.
What are the main ingredients in Royal Canin Hairball Care in Gravy?
The top 5 ingredients in Royal Canin Hairball Care in Gravy are: meat and animal derivatives, cereals, vegetable protein extracts, derivatives of vegetable origin, minerals. The primary ingredient is meat and animal derivatives. The remaining top ingredients are cereals, vegetable protein extracts, derivatives of vegetable origin, minerals. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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