DR. CLAUDER'S · REVIEW
Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries
Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries scores 4.7/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 10.4% protein targeting adult cats.
Excellent
MiauMiau AI score · 4.7/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This food lists 96.7% named whole chicken parts (hearts, meat, necks, liver) with no meals or by-products, and its DMB carbohydrate is extremely low at 4.5% with zero grains or legumes. The protein level on a dry matter basis (52.0%) is excellent but falls just short of the ancestral-diet threshold of 55%+, keeping it from a perfect protein score.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries scores above 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
Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
Scores 2.0 points above the average dry food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- High-quality ingredients with named protein sources
- Excellent protein content for adult cats
- Minimal filler content — no unnecessary grain or starch padding
- Clean formula with no controversial additives
- Grain-free formula
- One of the highest-rated dry food foods in our database
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
Best for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01from chicken (chicken hearts
- 02chicken meat
- 03chicken necks
- 04chicken stomachs
- 05chicken liver)
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
from chicken (chicken hearts, chicken meat, chicken necks, chicken stomachs, chicken liver), cranberries, minerals, linseed oil, dandelion.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries is a high-quality dry food with a quality score of 4.7 out of 5. This food lists 96.7% named whole chicken parts (hearts, meat, necks, liver) with no meals or by-products, and its DMB carbohydrate is extremely low at 4.5% with zero grains or legumes. The protein level on a dry matter basis (52.0%) is excellent but falls just short of the ancestral-diet threshold of 55%+, keeping it from a perfect protein score.
What is the protein content of Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries?
Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries contains 10.4% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 52% 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 Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries grain-free?
Yes, Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries is grain-free. It does not contain wheat, corn, rice, or other grain ingredients. This can be beneficial for cats with grain sensitivities, though most healthy cats tolerate grains without issues.
How does Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries scores 2 points above 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 Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries is formulated for adult cats. Its high protein content (52% dry matter basis) may also be suitable for kittens, but a dedicated kitten formula is generally recommended. If you have a kitten or a senior cat, look for formulas specifically designed for their life stage.
What are the main ingredients in Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries?
The top 5 ingredients in Dr. Clauder's Chicken with Cranberries are: from chicken (chicken hearts, chicken meat, chicken necks, chicken stomachs, chicken liver). The first ingredient is a named animal protein (from chicken (chicken hearts), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are chicken meat, chicken necks, chicken stomachs, chicken liver). Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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