WELLNESS · REVIEW
Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas
Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas scores 2.5/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 24% protein targeting adult cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.5/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
Deboned chicken leads, but the formula is packed with grains and legumes, resulting in 57% carbs on a dry matter basis — far too high for an obligate carnivore. While the additive list is clean, the 26.7% protein DMB is marginal and the heavy carb load undermines the nutritional quality for cats.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Wellness Complete Health Grained Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas scores close to 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
Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
Scores 0.2 points below 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
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
What to watch
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler 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
- 01Deboned Chicken
- 02Chicken Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate)
- 03Oatmeal
- 04Brown Rice
- 05Peas
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
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
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Oatmeal, Brown Rice, Peas, Sorghum, Dried Yeast, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Flaxseed, Chicken Fat, Natural Flavor, Dried Kelp, Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Spinach, Broccoli, Vitamin E Supplement, Carrots, Parsley, Apples, Blueberries, Kale, Mixed Tocopherols (added to preserve freshness), Niacin, Zinc Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Iron Proteinate, Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Selenite, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Riboflavin, Manganese Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Calcium Iodate, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus licheniformis Fermentation Product, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 2.5 out of 5. Deboned chicken leads, but the formula is packed with grains and legumes, resulting in 57% carbs on a dry matter basis — far too high for an obligate carnivore. While the additive list is clean, the 26.7% protein DMB is marginal and the heavy carb load undermines the nutritional quality for cats.
What is the protein content of Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas?
Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas contains 24% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 26.67% 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 Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas grain-free?
No, Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas 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 Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas scores 0.2 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 Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas 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 Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas?
The top 5 ingredients in Wellness Healthy Weight Chicken & Peas are: Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Oatmeal, Brown Rice, Peas. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Deboned Chicken), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are Chicken Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Oatmeal, Brown Rice, Peas. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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