GOURMET · REVIEW
Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée
Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée scores 2.3/5 for ingredient quality. It's a dry cat food with 4% protein for adult cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.3/5
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What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This food relies on unnamed 'meat and animal derivatives' as its first ingredient, indicating low protein sourcing quality. It contains 30.8% dry matter protein and 23.1% carbohydrates, resulting in marginal protein adequacy and moderate filler content, but it appears free of artificial additives.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée scores below 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
Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3/5
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
- Grain-free formula
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- 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
- 01Meat and animal derivatives*(of which chicken 6%)
- 02Derivatives of vegetable origin
- 03Milk and milk derivatives*
- 04Oils and fats
- 05Vegetables*(dehydrated pumpkin 1.5%). *Ingredients of natural origin
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
Dry matter basis
Dry matter basis removes water content for accurate comparison between wet and dry foods.
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Meat and animal derivatives*(of which chicken 6%), Derivatives of vegetable origin, Milk and milk derivatives*, Oils and fats, Vegetables*(dehydrated pumpkin 1.5%). *Ingredients of natural origin
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 2.3 out of 5. This food relies on unnamed 'meat and animal derivatives' as its first ingredient, indicating low protein sourcing quality. It contains 30.8% dry matter protein and 23.1% carbohydrates, resulting in marginal protein adequacy and moderate filler content, but it appears free of artificial additives.
What is the protein content of Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée?
Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée contains 4% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 30.77% 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 Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée grain-free?
Yes, Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée 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 Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée scores 0.7 points below the average dry food quality score of 3.0. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée 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 Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée?
The top 5 ingredients in Gourmet Chicken & Pumpkin Purée are: Meat and animal derivatives*(of which chicken 6%), Derivatives of vegetable origin, Milk and milk derivatives*, Oils and fats, Vegetables*(dehydrated pumpkin 1.5%). *Ingredients of natural origin. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Meat and animal derivatives*(of which chicken 6%)), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are Derivatives of vegetable origin, Milk and milk derivatives*, Oils and fats, Vegetables*(dehydrated pumpkin 1.5%). *Ingredients of natural origin. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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