IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy

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IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy

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IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy scores 2.7/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 9.2% protein targeting adult cats.

2.7

Below Average

MiauMiau AI score · 2.7/5

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AI ANALYSIS

What MiauMiau's AI actually sees

This food uses 'Meat and animal by-products' as the primary ingredient, which is a low-quality protein source for obligate carnivores. The estimated carbohydrate content of 23.3% DMB is higher than ideal, indicating significant non-meat ingredients despite the 'grain-free' claim.

According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 2,700+ wet food products, IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy scores below the wet food average.

MiauMiau Cat Food Database

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

Ingredient Quality2.0
Protein Adequacy3.0
Low Filler Content2.0
Clean Additives5.0
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HOW IT COMPARES

IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy vs. the category

Compared to the average wet food across 2,700+ products in our database.

Quality Score2.7/5

Category avg: 3.1/5

Scores 0.4 points below the average wet food

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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
  • Contains notable filler ingredients
  • Uses vague 'derivatives' instead of named ingredients
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WHO IT'S FOR

Is this right for your cat?

Best for

Adult catsCats with grain sensitivities
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INGREDIENTS

What's actually in the bag

Top ingredients

  1. 01Ingredients: Chicken in Gravy: Meat and animal by-products (40%
  2. 02including 20% chicken)
  3. 03vegetable by-products (inulin 0.4%)
  4. 04minerals. Lamb & Beef in Gravy: Meat and animal by-products (40%
  5. 05including 4% beef and 4% lamb)

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
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NUTRITION

The numbers

Guaranteed analysis

Protein9.2%
Fat4.8%
Fiber0.4%
Ash1.7%
Moisture79%

Dry matter basis

Protein43.81%
Fat22.86%
Fiber1.9%
Carbs (est.)23.33%

Dry matter basis removes water content for accurate comparison between wet and dry foods.

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FULL LABEL

Every ingredient

Ingredients: Chicken in Gravy: Meat and animal by-products (40%, including 20% chicken), vegetable by-products (inulin 0.4%), minerals. Lamb & Beef in Gravy: Meat and animal by-products (40%, including 4% beef and 4% lamb), vegetable by-products (0.4% inulin), minerals. Duck & Carrots in Gravy: Meat and animal by-products (40%, including 4% duck), vegetable by-products (0.4% inulin), minerals, vegetables (0.45% dried carrots, equivalent to 4% carrots). Additives per kg: Nutritional additives: Vitamin D3 (160 IU), vitamin E (100mg), taurine (520mg), biotin (100μg), zinc [as zinc sulphate monohydrate] (10mg), manganese [as manganese (II) oxide] (2mg), copper [as copper (II) sulphate pentahydrate] (1.2mg), iodine [as calcium iodate anhydrous] (0.2mg).

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FAQ

Questions worth answering

Is IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy good for cats?

According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy is a below-average wet food with a quality score of 2.7 out of 5. This food uses 'Meat and animal by-products' as the primary ingredient, which is a low-quality protein source for obligate carnivores. The estimated carbohydrate content of 23.3% DMB is higher than ideal, indicating significant non-meat ingredients despite the 'grain-free' claim.

What is the protein content of IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy?

IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy contains 9.2% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 43.81% 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 IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy grain-free?

Yes, IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy 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 IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy compare to other wet food?

According to MiauMiau's database of over 2,700+ cat food products, IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy scores 0.4 points below the average wet food quality score of 3.1. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.

Is IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy suitable for kittens or senior cats?

IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy 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 IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy?

The top 5 ingredients in IAMS Advanced Nutrition Grain Free - Land Collection in Gravy are: Ingredients: Chicken in Gravy: Meat and animal by-products (40%, including 20% chicken), vegetable by-products (inulin 0.4%), minerals. Lamb & Beef in Gravy: Meat and animal by-products (40%, including 4% beef and 4% lamb). The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Ingredients: Chicken in Gravy: Meat and animal by-products (40%), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are including 20% chicken), vegetable by-products (inulin 0.4%), minerals. Lamb & Beef in Gravy: Meat and animal by-products (40%, including 4% beef and 4% lamb). Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.

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