ROYAL CANIN · REVIEW
Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats
Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats scores 1.4/5 for ingredient quality — a treats cat food with 23.5% protein targeting adult cats.
Poor
MiauMiau AI score · 1.4/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This product scores poorly due to its primary ingredients being brewers rice and hydrolyzed soy protein, which are plant-based and inappropriate for an obligate carnivore. The estimated carbohydrate content of 48.7% DMB is excessively high, further indicating a lack of species-appropriate nutrition.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 2,700+ treats products, Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats scores below the treats 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
Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats vs. the category
Compared to the average treats across 2,700+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.6/5
Scores 1.2 points below the average treats
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?
Not ideal for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Brewers rice
- 02hydrolyzed soy protein
- 03chicken fat
- 04powdered cellulose
- 05natural flavors
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
Brewers rice, hydrolyzed soy protein, chicken fat, powdered cellulose, natural flavors, dried plain beet pulp, calcium sulfate, fish oil, potassium chloride, monocalcium phosphate, vegetable oil, DL-methionine, sodium pyrophosphate, sodium silico aluminate, salt, fructooligosaccharides, choline chloride, taurine, calcium carbonate, vitamins [DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), niacin supplement, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), D-calcium pantothenate, biotin, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), riboflavin supplement, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin A acetate, vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid], trace minerals [zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, manganese proteinate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, ferrous sulfate, sodium selenite, copper proteinate, calcium iodate], marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.), magnesium oxide, rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats is a below-average treats with a quality score of 1.4 out of 5. This product scores poorly due to its primary ingredients being brewers rice and hydrolyzed soy protein, which are plant-based and inappropriate for an obligate carnivore. The estimated carbohydrate content of 48.7% DMB is excessively high, further indicating a lack of species-appropriate nutrition.
What is the protein content of Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats?
Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats contains 23.5% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 25.54% 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 Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats grain-free?
No, Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats 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 Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats compare to other treats?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 2,700+ cat food products, Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats scores 1.2 points below the average treats quality score of 2.6. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats 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 Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats?
The top 5 ingredients in Royal Canin Feline Hydrolyzed Protein Treats are: Brewers rice, hydrolyzed soy protein, chicken fat, powdered cellulose, natural flavors. The primary ingredient is Brewers rice. The remaining top ingredients are hydrolyzed soy protein, chicken fat, powdered cellulose, natural flavors. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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