ROYAL CANIN · REVIEW
Royal Canin Kitten Sterilised
Royal Canin Kitten Sterilised scores 2.0/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 32% protein targeting kitten cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.0/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The food relies on chicken by-product meal as the primary protein source and is loaded with refined grains (brewers rice, corn, wheat gluten), resulting in a high carbohydrate content (41.3% DMB) and marginal protein (34.6% DMB) for a growing kitten. While it uses natural preservatives and includes beneficial additives like taurine and omega-3s, the presence of natural flavors and synthetic processing aids prevent a higher additive score.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Royal Canin Kitten Spayed/Neutered 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 Kitten Sterilised vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
Scores 0.7 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
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler ingredients
- Uses vague 'derivatives' instead of named 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
- 01chicken by-product meal
- 02brewers rice
- 03corn
- 04wheat gluten
- 05powdered cellulose
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
- Multiple grain-based fillers among the top ingredients
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
chicken by-product meal, brewers rice, corn, wheat gluten, powdered cellulose, pea fiber, natural flavors, chicken fat, dried plain beet pulp, vegetable oil, corn gluten meal, sodium aluminosilicate, sodium pyrophosphate, potassium chloride, powdered psyllium seed husk, taurine, rice flour, salt, calcium carbonate, fish oil, fructooligosaccharides, choline chloride, hydrolyzed yeast, marine microalgae oil, vitamins [DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), niacin supplement, biotin, riboflavin supplement, D-calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), vitamin A acetate, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid, vitamin D3 supplement], DL-methionine, trace minerals [zinc proteinate, manganese proteinate, zinc oxide, ferrous sulfate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate, copper proteinate], marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.), carotene, rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Royal Canin Kitten Sterilised good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Royal Canin Kitten Sterilised is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 2.0 out of 5. The food relies on chicken by-product meal as the primary protein source and is loaded with refined grains (brewers rice, corn, wheat gluten), resulting in a high carbohydrate content (41.3% DMB) and marginal protein (34.6% DMB) for a growing kitten. While it uses natural preservatives and includes beneficial additives like taurine and omega-3s, the presence of natural flavors and synthetic processing aids prevent a higher additive score.
What is the protein content of Royal Canin Kitten Sterilised?
Royal Canin Kitten Sterilised contains 32% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 34.59% 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 Kitten Sterilised grain-free?
No, Royal Canin Kitten Sterilised 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 Kitten Sterilised compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Royal Canin Kitten Sterilised scores 0.7 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 Kitten Sterilised suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Royal Canin Kitten Sterilised is specifically formulated for kittens. Kitten formulas typically have higher protein and calorie content to support rapid growth and development.
What are the main ingredients in Royal Canin Kitten Sterilised?
The top 5 ingredients in Royal Canin Kitten Sterilised are: chicken by-product meal, brewers rice, corn, wheat gluten, powdered cellulose. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (chicken by-product meal), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are brewers rice, corn, wheat gluten, powdered cellulose. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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