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Smilla Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck
Smilla Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck scores 3.3/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 10.5% protein targeting adult cats.
Average
MiauMiau AI score · 3.3/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The primary protein source is vaguely listed as 'meat and animal by-products', which is an unnamed, low-quality ingredient category that prevents a higher ingredient score despite the 40% combined poultry and duck declaration. On the positive side, the formula is very low in carbohydrates (13.6% DMB) and contains no grains, legumes, gums, or artificial preservatives, making it a clean option dragged down by ingredient transparency.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ wet food products, Smilla Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck scores close to the wet 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 Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck vs. the category
Compared to the average wet food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3/5
Scores 0.3 points above the average wet food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Excellent protein content for adult cats
- Minimal filler content — no unnecessary grain or starch padding
- Clean formula with no controversial additives
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Uses vague 'derivatives' instead of named 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 with duck: Meat and animal by-products (20% poultry
- 02duck)
- 03minerals. Additives per kg: Nutritional physiological additives: vitamin D3 200 IU
- 04vitamin E 30 mg
- 05taurine 1
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
Poultry with duck: Meat and animal by-products (20% poultry, duck), minerals. Additives per kg: Nutritional physiological additives: vitamin D3 200 IU, vitamin E 30 mg, taurine 1, 500 mg, zinc (as zinc sulphate, monohydrate) 15 mg, manganese (as manganese-(II)-sulphate, monohydrate) 3 mg, iodine (as calcium iodate, anhydrous) 0.75 mg.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Smilla Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Smilla Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck is an average wet food with a quality score of 3.3 out of 5. The primary protein source is vaguely listed as 'meat and animal by-products', which is an unnamed, low-quality ingredient category that prevents a higher ingredient score despite the 40% combined poultry and duck declaration. On the positive side, the formula is very low in carbohydrates (13.6% DMB) and contains no grains, legumes, gums, or artificial preservatives, making it a clean option dragged down by ingredient transparency.
What is the protein content of Smilla Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck?
Smilla Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck contains 10.5% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 47.73% 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 Smilla Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck grain-free?
No, Smilla Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck 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 Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Smilla Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck scores 0.3 points above the average wet food quality score of 3.0. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Smilla Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Smilla Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck is formulated for adult cats. Its high protein content (47.73% dry matter basis) may also be suitable for kittens, but a dedicated kitten formula is generally recommended. 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 Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck?
The top 5 ingredients in Smilla Poultry Pot Tender Poultry with Duck are: Poultry with duck: Meat and animal by-products (20% poultry, duck), minerals. Additives per kg: Nutritional physiological additives: vitamin D3 200 IU, vitamin E 30 mg, taurine 1. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Poultry with duck: Meat and animal by-products (20% poultry), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are duck), minerals. Additives per kg: Nutritional physiological additives: vitamin D3 200 IU, vitamin E 30 mg, taurine 1. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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