ROYAL CANIN · REVIEW
Royal Canin Feline Ultamino
Royal Canin Feline Ultamino scores 1.7/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 22.6% protein targeting adult cats.
Poor
MiauMiau AI score · 1.7/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This food uses hydrolyzed poultry by-products aggregate as its primary protein source, which is a low-quality, highly processed ingredient. With an estimated 53.2% DMB carbohydrates, it contains an excessive amount of fillers, primarily corn starch, making it unsuitable for an obligate carnivore's diet.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 2,700+ dry food products, Royal Canin Feline Ultamino 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
Royal Canin Feline Ultamino vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 2,700+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.6/5
Scores 0.9 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
- High carbohydrate content relative to protein
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
Not ideal for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Corn starch
- 02hydrolyzed poultry by-products aggregate
- 03coconut oil
- 04vegetable oil
- 05powdered cellulose
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
Corn starch, hydrolyzed poultry by-products aggregate, coconut oil, vegetable oil, powdered cellulose, dried chicory root, natural flavors, calcium sulfate, fish oil, sodium aluminosilicate, potassium chloride, fructooligosaccharides, sodium pyrophosphate, monocalcium phosphate, choline chloride, DL-methionine, L-lysine, L-tyrosine, vitamins[DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), niacin supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, D-calcium pantothenate, biotin, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), riboflavin supplement, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin A acetate, folic acid, vitamin D3 supplement], taurine, L-tryptophan, L-alanine, histidine, salt, trace minerals[zinc proteinate, ferrous sulfate, zinc oxide, manganese proteinate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, sodium selenite, copper proteinate], marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.), rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid, glycine, magnesium oxide, potassium iodate.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Royal Canin Feline Ultamino good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Royal Canin Feline Ultamino is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 1.7 out of 5. This food uses hydrolyzed poultry by-products aggregate as its primary protein source, which is a low-quality, highly processed ingredient. With an estimated 53.2% DMB carbohydrates, it contains an excessive amount of fillers, primarily corn starch, making it unsuitable for an obligate carnivore's diet.
What is the protein content of Royal Canin Feline Ultamino?
Royal Canin Feline Ultamino contains 22.6% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 24.43% 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 Feline Ultamino grain-free?
No, Royal Canin Feline Ultamino 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 Feline Ultamino compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 2,700+ cat food products, Royal Canin Feline Ultamino scores 0.9 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 Royal Canin Feline Ultamino suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Royal Canin Feline Ultamino is formulated for adult cats. Its relatively low protein content means it may not be suitable for kittens or very active 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 Feline Ultamino?
The top 5 ingredients in Royal Canin Feline Ultamino are: Corn starch, hydrolyzed poultry by-products aggregate, coconut oil, vegetable oil, powdered cellulose. The primary ingredient is Corn starch. The remaining top ingredients are hydrolyzed poultry by-products aggregate, coconut oil, vegetable oil, powdered cellulose. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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