SMILLA VETERINARY DIET · REVIEW
Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef
Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef scores 2.3/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 24% protein targeting adult cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.3/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This is a veterinary renal diet, but its protein source quality is very low: the first two ingredients are rice and maize, and the primary named animal protein (beef greaves) appears only at position 4. While it contains high taurine and beneficial additions like salmon oil, the formula is dominated by refined grains (rice, maize) and multiple plant-based protein concentrates (maize protein, potato protein), making it heavily plant-padded for an obligate carnivore.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef 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
Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
Scores 0.4 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
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Ingredients: Rice 21%
- 02maize
- 03poultry fat
- 04beef greaves (dried) 10%
- 05maize protein
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
Concerns
- Multiple grain-based fillers among the top ingredients
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Ingredients: Rice 21%, maize, poultry fat, beef greaves (dried) 10%, maize protein, poultry protein (partially dried and hydrolysed), dry beet pulp, lignocellulose, potato protein, calcium carbonate, egg (dried), linseed, brewer's yeast (dried), salmon oil, sodium chloride, sunflower oil, potassium chloride, potassium citrate, yucca schidigera. Protein source: maize, beef, poultry, potato, egg Urinary alkalising agents: potassium citrate Energy per kg: ME (FEDIAF, 2020) 16.8 MJ / 4016 kcal Additives per kg: Nutritional additives: Vitamin A 16000 IU, vitamin D3 1.200 IU, vitamin E 400 IU, vitamin C 100mg, vitamin B1 10mg, vitamin B2 10mg, vitamin B6/pyridoxine hydrochloride 6mg, vitamin B12 60 mcg, niacin 60mg, calcium D-pantothenate 10mg, folic acid 1.6mg, biotin 200mcg, choline chloride 3300mg, taurine 2000mg, copper (copper(II)-sulphate pentahydrate) 12.5mg, zinc (zinc sulphate, monohydrate) 120mg, zinc (zinc chelate of glycine hydrate (solid)) 40mg, iron (iron(II)-sulphate monohydrate) 200mg, manganese (manganous sulphate monohydrate) 35mg, iodine (calcium iodate, anhydrous) 2.8mg, selenium (sodium selenite) 0.3mg Technological additives: antioxidants
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 2.3 out of 5. This is a veterinary renal diet, but its protein source quality is very low: the first two ingredients are rice and maize, and the primary named animal protein (beef greaves) appears only at position 4. While it contains high taurine and beneficial additions like salmon oil, the formula is dominated by refined grains (rice, maize) and multiple plant-based protein concentrates (maize protein, potato protein), making it heavily plant-padded for an obligate carnivore.
What is the protein content of Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef?
Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef contains 24% protein as listed on the label.
Is Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef grain-free?
No, Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef 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 Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef scores 0.4 points below 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 Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef 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 Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef?
The top 5 ingredients in Smilla Veterinary Diet Renal Beef are: Ingredients: Rice 21%, maize, poultry fat, beef greaves (dried) 10%, maize protein. The primary ingredient is Ingredients: Rice 21%. The remaining top ingredients are maize, poultry fat, beef greaves (dried) 10%, maize protein. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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