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Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Poultry
Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Poultry scores 1.9/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 30% protein targeting adult cats.
Poor
MiauMiau AI score · 1.9/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The first ingredient is dried potatoes, a starchy filler, resulting in an estimated 40.1% carbohydrates on a dry matter basis and only 33% protein, which is marginal for an obligate carnivore. On the positive side, the formula uses natural tocopherol preservatives and avoids artificial colors, flavors, and gums.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Smilla Adult Sensitive - Grain-Free Poultry 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
Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Poultry vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
Scores 0.8 points below the average dry food
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)
- 03oils and fats
- 04greaves
- 05beef pulp (dried)
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), oils and fats, greaves, beef pulp (dried), apple pomace (dried), linseed, sodium chloride, yeast (extracted and dried), yucca schidigera (dried) Energy per kg: ME (FEDIAF, 2021) 15.95 MJ / 3805 kcal Additives Nutritional additives: Vitamin A 15, 000 IU, vitamin D3 900 IU, vitamin E (all-rac-alpha-tocopheryl acetate) 110mg, Vitamin B1 12mg, Vitamin B2 4mg, Calcium-D-pantothenate 10mg, Niacin 45mg, Vitamin B6 4mg, folic acid 3mg, biotin 435mcg, Vitamin B12 65mcg, taurine 1, 000mg, DL-methionine 4500mg, iron (ferrous sulphate, monohydrate) 60mg, zinc (zinc oxide) 70mg, copper (copper sulphate, pentahydrate) 12mg, manganese (manganese oxide) 14mg, iodine (calcium iodate, anhydrous) 1.4mg, selenium (sodium selenite) 0.2mg Technological additives: Antioxidants, tocopherol extracts from vegetable oils
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Poultry good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Poultry is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 1.9 out of 5. The first ingredient is dried potatoes, a starchy filler, resulting in an estimated 40.1% carbohydrates on a dry matter basis and only 33% protein, which is marginal for an obligate carnivore. On the positive side, the formula uses natural tocopherol preservatives and avoids artificial colors, flavors, and gums.
What is the protein content of Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Poultry?
Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Poultry 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 Poultry grain-free?
No, Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Poultry 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 Poultry compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Poultry scores 0.8 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 Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Poultry suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Poultry 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 Poultry?
The top 5 ingredients in Smilla Adult Sensitive Grain-Free Poultry are: Ingredients: Potatoes dried, poultry protein (dried), oils and fats, greaves, beef pulp (dried). The primary ingredient is Ingredients: Potatoes dried. The remaining top ingredients are poultry protein (dried), oils and fats, greaves, beef pulp (dried). Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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