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Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck
Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck scores 2.7/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 30% protein targeting adult cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.7/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The primary concern is that dried potatoes are the first ingredient, meaning this carbohydrate source outweighs all named meat ingredients. While duck meal provides the main animal protein at 23%, the overall protein is low (33% DMB) and the estimated carbohydrate load is very high (40% DMB), which is unsuitable for an obligate carnivore.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Smilla Adult Sensitive - Grain-free Salmon 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
Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck 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
- Clean formula with no controversial additives
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler 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
- 01Ingredients: Potatoes [dried]
- 02poultry protein [dried] (33%
- 03of which 23% duck)
- 04oils and fats
- 05greaves
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
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
Ingredients: Potatoes [dried], poultry protein [dried] (33%, of which 23% duck), oils and fats, greaves, beet pulp [dried], apple pomace [dried], linseed, sodium chloride, yeast [extracted and dried], Yucca schidigera [dried] (0.04%). Energy per kg: ME (FEDIAF, 2019) 16.01 MJ / 3826 kcal Additives Nutritional additives: Vitamin A (15, 000 IU), vitamin D3 (900 IU), vitamin E (110mg), vitamin B1 (4mg), vitamin B2 (4mg), calcium D-pantothenate (10mg), niacin (45mg), vitamin B6 (4mg), folic acid (3mg), biotin (435mcg), vitamin B12 (65mcg), vitamin C (25mg), DL-methionine (technically pure) (4500mg), taurine (1000mg), iron [as iron (II) sulphate monohydrate] (60mg), zinc [as zinc oxide] (75mg), copper [as copper (II) sulphate pentahydrate] (12mg), manganese [as manganese (II) oxide] (14mg), iodine [as calcium iodate, anhydrous] (1.4mg), selenium [as sodium selenite] (0.2 mg). Technological additives: Antioxidants, tocopherol extracts from vegetable oils.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 2.7 out of 5. The primary concern is that dried potatoes are the first ingredient, meaning this carbohydrate source outweighs all named meat ingredients. While duck meal provides the main animal protein at 23%, the overall protein is low (33% DMB) and the estimated carbohydrate load is very high (40% DMB), which is unsuitable for an obligate carnivore.
What is the protein content of Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck?
Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck contains 30% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 32.97% 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 Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck grain-free?
No, Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck 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 Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck 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 Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck is formulated for adult cats. If you have a kitten or a senior cat, look for formulas specifically designed for their life stage.
What are the main ingredients in Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck?
The top 5 ingredients in Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Dry Duck are: Ingredients: Potatoes [dried], poultry protein [dried] (33%, of which 23% duck), oils and fats, greaves. The primary ingredient is Ingredients: Potatoes [dried]. The remaining top ingredients are poultry protein [dried] (33%, of which 23% duck), oils and fats, greaves. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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