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Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy
Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy scores 2.5/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 7.3% protein targeting senior cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.5/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The ingredient quality is low due to the reliance on 'meat and animal by-products' and only 4% named meat in the chunks, which themselves only make up 40% of the product. The food contains grains, vegetable by-products, and various sugars, contributing to a higher carbohydrate content and the presence of adverse additives.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 2,700+ wet food products, Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy scores below the wet food average.
Analyzed by MiauMiau's Nutritional AI · April 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
Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy vs. the category
Compared to the average wet food across 2,700+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3.1/5
Scores 0.6 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
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Contains notable filler ingredients
- Contains some controversial additives
- Contains added sugars
- Uses vague 'derivatives' instead of named ingredients
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
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INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Ingredients: Chicken: Meat and animal by-products (90% in the chunk*
- 02including chicken 4% in the chunk*)
- 03grain
- 04vegetable by-products (including beet pulp 0.25%)
- 05minerals
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
Ingredients: Chicken: Meat and animal by-products (90% in the chunk*, including chicken 4% in the chunk*), grain, vegetable by-products (including beet pulp 0.25%), minerals, various sugars. *Chunks make up to 40% of this product. Turkey: Meat and animal by-products (90% in the chunk*, including turkey 4% in the chunk*), grain, vegetable by-products (including beet pulp 0.25%), minerals, various sugars. *Chunks make up to 40% of this product. Poultry: Meat and animal by-products (90% in the chunk*, including poultry 4% in the chunk*), grain, vegetable by-products (including beet pulp 0.25%), minerals, various sugars. *Chunks make up to 40% of this product. Duck: Meat and animal by-products (90% in the chunk*, including duck 4% in the chunk*), grain, vegetable by-products (including beet pulp 0.25%), minerals, various sugars. *Chunks make up to 40% of this product. Additives per kg: Nutritional additives: Vitamin B1 (27.3mg), vitamin C (360mg), vitamin D3 (200 IU), vitamin E (138mg), taurine (620mg), copper (copper(II) sulphate pentahydrate) (1.2mg), iodine (calcium iodate, anhydrous) (0.28mg), iron (iron(II) sulphate monohydrate) (14mg), manganese (manganous sulphate, monohydrate) (2.8mg), zinc (zinc sulphate, monohydrate) (16.2mg). Sensory additives: Flavourings. Analytical constituents: Protein (7.5%), fat content (4%), inorganic matter (1.6%), crude fibre (0.35%), moisture (84.8%), calcium (0.22%), linoleic acid (0.65%), phosphorus (0.19%). Energy: 71kcal/100g.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy is a below-average wet food with a quality score of 2.5 out of 5. The ingredient quality is low due to the reliance on 'meat and animal by-products' and only 4% named meat in the chunks, which themselves only make up 40% of the product. The food contains grains, vegetable by-products, and various sugars, contributing to a higher carbohydrate content and the presence of adverse additives.
What is the protein content of Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy?
Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy contains 7.3% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 47.1% 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 Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy grain-free?
No, Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy 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 Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 2,700+ cat food products, Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy scores 0.6 points below the average wet food quality score of 3.1. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy 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 Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy?
The top 5 ingredients in Whiskas 7+ Senior Pouches in Gravy - Poultry Selection in Gravy are: Ingredients: Chicken: Meat and animal by-products (90% in the chunk*, including chicken 4% in the chunk*), grain, vegetable by-products (including beet pulp 0.25%), minerals. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Ingredients: Chicken: Meat and animal by-products (90% in the chunk*), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are including chicken 4% in the chunk*), grain, vegetable by-products (including beet pulp 0.25%), minerals. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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