WHISKAS · REVIEW
Whiskas 1+ Salmon
Whiskas 1+ Salmon scores 1.5/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 0.5% protein targeting adult cats.
Poor
MiauMiau AI score · 1.5/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This food scores poorly due to its primary ingredient being 'Grains' and the use of 'meat and animal by-products' rather than named whole meats. The protein adequacy cannot be assessed due to missing DMB protein data, and the presence of 'Grains' as the first ingredient, along with 'vegetable by-products' and 'various sugars', indicates a high level of inappropriate fillers for an obligate carnivore. The inclusion of 'colourants' and 'preservatives' without further specification, alongside 'various sugars', lowers the additive score significantly.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 2,700+ dry food products, Whiskas 1+ Salmon 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
Whiskas 1+ Salmon vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 2,700+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.6/5
Scores 1.1 points below the average dry food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- 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
- Contains some controversial additives
- Contains added sugars
- Uses vague 'derivatives' instead of named ingredients
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Ingredients: Grains
- 02meat and animal by-products
- 03oils and fats
- 04vegetable by-products
- 05(including dried beet pulp 2%)
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
Concerns
- Contains added sugars
- Uses unnamed animal derivatives instead of specific protein sources
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Ingredients: Grains, meat and animal by-products, oils and fats, vegetable by-products, (including dried beet pulp 2%), minerals, fish and fish derivatives (including salmon 4% in the brown kibbles*), vegetable protein extracts, yeast, vegetables (including dried carrots 0.5%, equivalent to carrots 4%, in the orange kibbles and dried peas 1%, equivalent to peas 4% in the green kibbles*), various sugars. *The brown kibble typically forms 70% of the product, orange kibble and green kibble 8% each. Additives per kg: Nutritional additives: Vitamin D3 (679 IU), Vitamin E (84.6mg), taurine (1090mg), copper (copper(II) sulphate pentahydrate) (4.4mg), iodine (potassium iodide) (1.1mg), iron (iron(II) sulphate monohydrate) (9.9mg), manganese (manganous sulphate, monohydrate): (23.4mg), selenium (sodium selenite) (0.04mg), zinc (zinc sulphate, monohydrate) (68.1mg). Antioxidants, colourants, preservatives. Analytical constituents: Protein (30%), fat content (11.5%), inorganic matter (8.8%), crude fibre (2.2%), calcium (1.3%), phosphorus (0.91%).
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Whiskas 1+ Salmon good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Whiskas 1+ Salmon is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 1.5 out of 5. This food scores poorly due to its primary ingredient being 'Grains' and the use of 'meat and animal by-products' rather than named whole meats. The protein adequacy cannot be assessed due to missing DMB protein data, and the presence of 'Grains' as the first ingredient, along with 'vegetable by-products' and 'various sugars', indicates a high level of inappropriate fillers for an obligate carnivore. The inclusion of 'colourants' and 'preservatives' without further specification, alongside 'various sugars', lowers the additive score significantly.
What is the protein content of Whiskas 1+ Salmon?
Whiskas 1+ Salmon contains 0.5% protein as listed on the label.
Is Whiskas 1+ Salmon grain-free?
No, Whiskas 1+ Salmon 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 Whiskas 1+ Salmon compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 2,700+ cat food products, Whiskas 1+ Salmon scores 1.1 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 Whiskas 1+ Salmon suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Whiskas 1+ Salmon 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 Whiskas 1+ Salmon?
The top 5 ingredients in Whiskas 1+ Salmon are: Ingredients: Grains, meat and animal by-products, oils and fats, vegetable by-products, (including dried beet pulp 2%). The primary ingredient is Ingredients: Grains. The remaining top ingredients are meat and animal by-products, oils and fats, vegetable by-products, (including dried beet pulp 2%). Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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