SHEBA · REVIEW
Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod
Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod scores 2.8/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 7.9% protein targeting adult cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.8/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The first ingredient is an unnamed 'meat and animal by-products' blend, which is vague and low-quality, and the formula includes added sugars. While the dry matter protein is adequate at 49.4%, the presence of vegetable protein extracts and sugars undermines the product's suitability for obligate carnivores.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod scores close to 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
Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Excellent protein content for adult cats
- Grain-free formula
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Contains some controversial additives
- 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
- 01with salmon - Composition: meat and animal by-products* (95% natural)
- 02fish and by-products* (of which salmon 4% in the chunks**)
- 03vegetable by-products
- 04minerals
- 05vegetable protein extracts
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
with salmon - Composition: meat and animal by-products* (95% natural), fish and by-products* (of which salmon 4% in the chunks**), vegetable by-products, minerals, vegetable protein extracts, sugars. *Natural. **Chunks 43% of the product. # with tuna - Composition: meat and animal by-products* (95% natural), fish and by-products* (of which tuna 4% in the chunks**), vegetable by-products, minerals, vegetable protein extracts, sugars. *Natural. **Chunks 43% of the product. # with trout - Composition: meat and animal by-products* (95% natural), fish and by-products* (of which trout 4% in the chunks**), vegetable by-products, minerals, vegetable protein extracts, sugars. *Natural. **Chunks 43% of the product.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 2.8 out of 5. The first ingredient is an unnamed 'meat and animal by-products' blend, which is vague and low-quality, and the formula includes added sugars. While the dry matter protein is adequate at 49.4%, the presence of vegetable protein extracts and sugars undermines the product's suitability for obligate carnivores.
What is the protein content of Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod?
Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod contains 7.9% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 49.38% 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 Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod grain-free?
Yes, Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod 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 Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod scores close to 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 Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod is formulated for adult cats. Its high protein content (49.38% 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 Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod?
The top 5 ingredients in Sheba Delights in Sauce Tuna & Cod are: with salmon - Composition: meat and animal by-products* (95% natural), fish and by-products* (of which salmon 4% in the chunks**), vegetable by-products, minerals, vegetable protein extracts. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (with salmon - Composition: meat and animal by-products* (95% natural)), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are fish and by-products* (of which salmon 4% in the chunks**), vegetable by-products, minerals, vegetable protein extracts. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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