GO-CAT · REVIEW
Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables
Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables scores 1.9/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 31% protein targeting senior cats.
Poor
MiauMiau AI score · 1.9/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This food scores poorly due to 'Grain' as the first ingredient and 'meat and animal by-products' as the second, indicating a low-quality protein source and high carbohydrate content. The protein adequacy cannot be fully assessed without DMB protein, and the high grain content suggests it is not ideal for an obligate carnivore.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 2,700+ dry food products, Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables scores below the dry 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
Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 2,700+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.6/5
Scores 0.7 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
- 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 Grain
- 02meat and animal by-products (20%
- 03including 2.1% chicken and 2.1% turkey)
- 04vegetable protein extracts
- 05oils and fats
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
Concerns
- Uses unnamed animal derivatives instead of specific protein sources
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Ingredients Grain, meat and animal by-products (20%, including 2.1% chicken and 2.1% turkey), vegetable protein extracts, oils and fats, vegetable by-products, minerals, vegetables (0.7% dehydrated vegetables; equivalent to 4.2% rehydrated vegetables), yeasts. Additives per kg: Vitamin A (18000 IU), vitamin D3 (1500 IU), vitamin E (120 IU), iron (II) sulphate monohydrate (68mg), calcium iodate anhydrous (2.2mg), copper (II) sulphate pentahydrate (12mg), manganous sulphate monohydrate (7.4mg), zinc sulphate monohydrate (96mg), sodium selenite (0.15mg), taurine (1250mg). Antioxidants and colours*. *No artificial colours.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 1.9 out of 5. This food scores poorly due to 'Grain' as the first ingredient and 'meat and animal by-products' as the second, indicating a low-quality protein source and high carbohydrate content. The protein adequacy cannot be fully assessed without DMB protein, and the high grain content suggests it is not ideal for an obligate carnivore.
What is the protein content of Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables?
Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables contains 31% protein as listed on the label.
Is Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables grain-free?
No, Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables 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 Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 2,700+ cat food products, Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables scores 0.7 points below the average dry food quality score of 2.6. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables 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 Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables?
The top 5 ingredients in Go-Cat Senior Chicken, Rice & Vegetables are: Ingredients Grain, meat and animal by-products (20%, including 2.1% chicken and 2.1% turkey), vegetable protein extracts, oils and fats. The primary ingredient is Ingredients Grain. The remaining top ingredients are meat and animal by-products (20%, including 2.1% chicken and 2.1% turkey), vegetable protein extracts, oils and fats. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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