ROYAL CANIN · REVIEW
Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food
Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food scores 2.4/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 6.2% protein targeting adult cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.4/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This food uses pork liver and chicken as primary protein sources, but also includes pork by-products and chicken by-products high on the ingredient list, which are lower quality. The estimated carbohydrate content is high at 32.9% DMB, driven by brewers rice flour and modified corn starch, which is not ideal for an obligate carnivore.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 2,700+ wet food products, Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food scores below the wet 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
Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food vs. the category
Compared to the average wet food across 2,700+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3.1/5
Scores 0.7 points below the average wet food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Contains notable filler ingredients
- Uses vague 'derivatives' instead of named ingredients
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
Best for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Water sufficient for processing
- 02pork liver
- 03chicken
- 04pork by-products
- 05brewers rice flour
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
Water sufficient for processing, pork liver, chicken, pork by-products, brewers rice flour, chicken by-products, chicken liver, pork plasma, wheat gluten, powdered cellulose, modified corn starch, glycine, potassium chloride, calcium carbonate, sodium tripolyphosphate, calcium sulfate, guar gum, natural flavors, taurine, choline chloride, vitamins [DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), niacin supplement, biotin, D-calcium pantothenate, riboflavin supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid, vitamin D3 supplement], sodium carbonate, L-carnitine, trace minerals [zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, ferrous sulfate, copper sulfate, manganous oxide, sodium selenite, calcium iodate].
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food is a below-average wet food with a quality score of 2.4 out of 5. This food uses pork liver and chicken as primary protein sources, but also includes pork by-products and chicken by-products high on the ingredient list, which are lower quality. The estimated carbohydrate content is high at 32.9% DMB, driven by brewers rice flour and modified corn starch, which is not ideal for an obligate carnivore.
What is the protein content of Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food?
Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food contains 6.2% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 40% 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 Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food grain-free?
No, Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food 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 Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 2,700+ cat food products, Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food scores 0.7 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 Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food 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 Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food?
The top 5 ingredients in Royal Canin Appetite Control Care Thin Slices in Gravy Canned Cat Food are: Water sufficient for processing, pork liver, chicken, pork by-products, brewers rice flour. The primary ingredient is Water sufficient for processing. The remaining top ingredients are pork liver, chicken, pork by-products, brewers rice flour. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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