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Select Gold Senior 9+
Select Gold Senior 9+ scores 3.2/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 32% protein targeting senior cats.
Average
MiauMiau AI score · 3.2/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
First ingredient is a named animal protein (poultry protein/chicken), and freshly prepared chicken appears third, which is strong, but the formula is heavily diluted with rice at 22% and rice flour at 5.8%. Protein adequacy is unverifiable because moisture is not listed, preventing a DMB protein calculation, so the score is capped per the rubric; the 32% as-fed protein suggests a DMB level unlikely to exceed 35-38%, falling well below the 55% carnivore ideal.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Select Gold Senior 9+ scores above 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
Select Gold Senior 9+ vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
Scores 0.5 points above the average dry food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- High-quality ingredients with named protein sources
- Clean formula with no controversial additives
- Grain-free formula
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
What to watch
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler ingredients
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
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INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Poultry protein (25.8%
- 02including 22% chicken)
- 03rice (22%)
- 04freshly prepared chicken (20%)
- 05rice flour (5.8%)
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Poultry protein (25.8%, including 22% chicken), rice (22%), freshly prepared chicken (20%), rice flour (5.8%), oils and fats (5.2%), apple pomace (4%), dried beet pulp (3%), rice protein (2.6%), poultry protein (2.5%, hydrolyzed), brewer's yeast (2.5%), linseed (2%), lignocellulose (0.8%), potassium chloride (0.6%), poultry liver (0.5%, hydrolyzed), chicory inulin (0.2%), yeast cell walls (0.2%, corresponds to 0.019% mannan-oligosaccharides and 0.021% beta-glucans), cranberries (0.2%), sodium chloride (0.2%), psyllium husks (0.1%), glucosamine from animal tissue (0.02%), chondroitin sulfate (0.02%).
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Select Gold Senior 9+ good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Select Gold Senior 9+ is an average dry food with a quality score of 3.2 out of 5. First ingredient is a named animal protein (poultry protein/chicken), and freshly prepared chicken appears third, which is strong, but the formula is heavily diluted with rice at 22% and rice flour at 5.8%. Protein adequacy is unverifiable because moisture is not listed, preventing a DMB protein calculation, so the score is capped per the rubric; the 32% as-fed protein suggests a DMB level unlikely to exceed 35-38%, falling well below the 55% carnivore ideal.
What is the protein content of Select Gold Senior 9+?
Select Gold Senior 9+ contains 32% protein as listed on the label.
Is Select Gold Senior 9+ grain-free?
Yes, Select Gold Senior 9+ 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 Select Gold Senior 9+ compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Select Gold Senior 9+ scores 0.5 points above the average dry food quality score of 2.7. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Select Gold Senior 9+ suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Select Gold Senior 9+ 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 Select Gold Senior 9+?
The top 5 ingredients in Select Gold Senior 9+ are: Poultry protein (25.8%, including 22% chicken), rice (22%), freshly prepared chicken (20%), rice flour (5.8%). The primary ingredient is Poultry protein (25.8%. The remaining top ingredients are including 22% chicken), rice (22%), freshly prepared chicken (20%), rice flour (5.8%). Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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