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Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans
Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans scores 3.3/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 10% protein targeting senior cats.
Average
MiauMiau AI score · 3.3/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The first ingredient is a named whole meat or fish, but each recipe includes 'rice' or 'rice flour' as the second ingredient, which is a high-glycemic filler for an obligate carnivore. While the dry-matter protein is adequate for a senior cat, the 'vegetable gelling agent' is an undisclosed additive that likely includes a gum, and the Tuna varieties are very low in fat at 2% as-fed, making them unsuitable as a sole diet without supplementation.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ wet food products, Applaws Senior Cat Cans Mixed Pack: 3 Varieties scores close to the wet 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
Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans vs. the category
Compared to the average wet food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3/5
Scores 0.3 points above 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
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: Chicken (50%)
- 02rice
- 03vegetable gelling agent. Tuna Fillet with Salmon: Tuna fillet (40%)
- 04salmon (8%)
- 05rice flour
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: Chicken: Chicken (50%), rice, vegetable gelling agent. Tuna Fillet with Salmon: Tuna fillet (40%), salmon (8%), rice flour, vegetable gelling agent. Tuna Fillet with Sardine: Tuna fillet (35%), sardine (17%), rice flour, vegetable gelling agent. Additives per kg: According to the manufacturer, this product contains no additives. Analytical constituents: Chicken: Protein (10%), crude fibre (0.1%), crude fat (6%), crude ash (1%), moisture (81%). Tuna Fillet with Salmon: Protein (10%), crude fibre (0.1%), crude fat (2%), crude ash (1%), moisture (85%). Tuna Fillet with Sardine: Protein (10%), crude fibre (0.1%), crude fat (2%), crude ash (1%), moisture (85%).
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans is an average wet food with a quality score of 3.3 out of 5. The first ingredient is a named whole meat or fish, but each recipe includes 'rice' or 'rice flour' as the second ingredient, which is a high-glycemic filler for an obligate carnivore. While the dry-matter protein is adequate for a senior cat, the 'vegetable gelling agent' is an undisclosed additive that likely includes a gum, and the Tuna varieties are very low in fat at 2% as-fed, making them unsuitable as a sole diet without supplementation.
What is the protein content of Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans?
Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans contains 10% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 52.63% 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 Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans grain-free?
No, Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans 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 Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans scores 0.3 points above the average wet food quality score of 3.0. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans 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 Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans?
The top 5 ingredients in Applaws Senior Mixed Variety Cans are: Ingredients: Chicken: Chicken (50%), rice, vegetable gelling agent. Tuna Fillet with Salmon: Tuna fillet (40%), salmon (8%), rice flour. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Ingredients: Chicken: Chicken (50%)), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are rice, vegetable gelling agent. Tuna Fillet with Salmon: Tuna fillet (40%), salmon (8%), rice flour. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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