ROYAL CANIN · REVIEW
Royal Canin Kitten Thin Slices in Gravy Canned
Royal Canin Kitten Thin Slices in Gravy Canned scores 2.8/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 9.5% protein targeting senior cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.8/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
Protein level is very good at 52.8% on a dry matter basis, but the primary ingredients are pork and chicken by-products rather than whole meats. The recipe includes multiple grain fillers (brewers rice flour, wheat flour) and both carrageenan and guar gum, lowering ingredient quality and additive safety.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ wet food products, Royal Canin Instinctive 7+ Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food 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 Kitten Thin Slices in Gravy Canned vs. the category
Compared to the average wet food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3/5
Scores 0.2 points below the average wet food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Excellent protein content for senior cats
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Contains some controversial additives
- 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
- 02pork by-products
- 03chicken by-products
- 04pork liver
- 05chicken 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, pork by-products, chicken by-products, pork liver, chicken liver, brewers rice flour, wheat gluten, gelatin, wheat flour, powdered cellulose, natural flavors, pork plasma, modified corn starch, vegetable oil, guar gum, calcium sulfate, potassium chloride, taurine, fish oil, vitamins [L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), niacin supplement, biotin, D-calcium pantothenate, riboflavin supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, vitamin D3 supplement], carrageenan, glucosamine hydrochloride, trace minerals [zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, ferrous sulfate, copper sulfate, manganous oxide, sodium selenite, calcium iodate], marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.), choline chloride, chondroitin sulfate.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Royal Canin Kitten Thin Slices in Gravy Canned good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Royal Canin Kitten Thin Slices in Gravy Canned is a below-average wet food with a quality score of 2.8 out of 5. Protein level is very good at 52.8% on a dry matter basis, but the primary ingredients are pork and chicken by-products rather than whole meats. The recipe includes multiple grain fillers (brewers rice flour, wheat flour) and both carrageenan and guar gum, lowering ingredient quality and additive safety.
What is the protein content of Royal Canin Kitten Thin Slices in Gravy Canned?
Royal Canin Kitten Thin Slices in Gravy Canned contains 9.5% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 52.78% 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 Kitten Thin Slices in Gravy Canned grain-free?
No, Royal Canin Kitten Thin Slices in Gravy Canned 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 Thin Slices in Gravy Canned compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Royal Canin Kitten Thin Slices in Gravy Canned scores 0.2 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 Kitten Thin Slices in Gravy Canned suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Royal Canin Kitten Thin Slices in Gravy Canned 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 Kitten Thin Slices in Gravy Canned?
The top 5 ingredients in Royal Canin Kitten Thin Slices in Gravy Canned are: Water sufficient for processing, pork by-products, chicken by-products, pork liver, chicken liver. The primary ingredient is Water sufficient for processing. The remaining top ingredients are pork by-products, chicken by-products, pork liver, chicken liver. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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