NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor
NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor scores 3.5/5 on Moesonson's label-based analysis. Its two scoring factors rate evenly: protein clarity (high — 100% of the recipe's protein panel is clearly named) and animal-protein content (strong — 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources).
Rating
Updated Jun 2026
How this score is made
This score isn’t a hand-wavy impression: it reads what the label actually prints — the ingredient list, guaranteed analysis and AAFCO adequacy statement — and runs it through the same algorithmic rubric as every other product. No brand pays for placement, and there are no affiliate links on reviewed products.
Is NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor dry cat food good?
NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor is a dry cat food rated 3.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. The recipe lists most animal ingredients by name and features real muscle meat as a primary protein source. This recipe is free from Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Gluten grains, Fish.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 12% |
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| Fat | 9% |
| Est. Carbs | 73% |
| Fiber | 3% |
| Ash | 3% |
Moisture (8%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 11% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 8% |
| Est. Carbs | 67% |
| Fiber | 3% |
| Moisture | 8% |
| Ash | 3% |
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Low (12% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. For a complete cat food, this deserves a closer look because cats generally have higher protein requirements than dogs.
- Fat is Low (9% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This may lower calorie density, but cats still need enough essential fatty acids and overall calories.
Ingredients Analysis
9 of 9 matched
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1 Wheat Flour
CarbsDescription
The most common inexpensive filler in lower-grade pet foods. Other than carbs and fiber, it does not contain important nutrients for dogs / cats.
Why Concerned?
A common filler with gluten, with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats.
Allergen Concern
Contains gluten, which is one of the most common allergens that can cause skin rashes, itchiness, and irritation.
Digestion Concern
Gluten intolerances can cause damage to the gastrointestinal tract, may result in diarrhea and discomfort stomach.
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2 White Sugar
CarbsDescription
Refined white sugar, provides empty calories with no nutritional benefit.
Why Notice?
Sugar has no nutritional benefit for pets and can contribute to obesity and dental issues.
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3 Salmon
Animal ProteinDescription
One of the most nutrient-dense fish, high in protein, packed with omega 3s, B vitamins, and it is a good source of potassium selenium, and antioxidants.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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4 Palm Oil
FatDescription
The oil extracted from palms, a good source of vitamin E and antioxidants. In solid form, it can be fatal by causing blockages in the gut.
Why Concerned?
A controversial, less optimal choice of fat.
Digestion Concern
It has a laxative effect which can cause diarrhea and discomfort for pets.
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5 Barley Grass Powder
CarbsDescription
Powdered barley grass, rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
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6 Mint
CarbsDescription
A herb with a refreshing flavor, providing small amounts of vitamins and minerals.
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7 Lecithin
FatDescription
A fat essential in body cells, it could be extracted from different food like soybean. It acts as an emulsifier that helps fats mixing with other ingredients.
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8 Sodium Metabisulfite
Food AdditiveDescription
A preservative and antioxidant used in pet food processing.
Why Notice?
A chemical preservative that may cause adverse reactions in sensitive animals.
Uncertain/Risky
May cause allergic or sensitivity reactions in some animals.
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9 Rosemary Extract
CarbsDescription
A common herb used for cooking, it is rich in antioxidants to fight off radical damages in the body.
Tips
- Named animal proteins near the top: Salmon are listed early in the ingredient panel.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: White Sugar, Sodium Metabisulfite.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Sodium Metabisulfite have caution notes in the ingredient database.
- Possible allergy triggers: Wheat Flour have allergen notes; review them if your pet has sensitivities.
- Possible digestion triggers: Wheat Flour, Palm Oil have digestion notes; watch tolerance if your pet has a sensitive stomach.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
High- Named 100%
Strong clarity: 100% of NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named (like chicken or salmon). Only 0% use vague terms such as "meat meal" and 0% are by-products. Named protein ingredients let you verify the source and check for allergens.
Contributing ingredients
Named
Animal Protein
High- Animal 100%
Meat-forward: 100% of the weighted protein in NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor comes from animal sources. Plant signals are modest (0% whole plants, 0% plant concentrates), so the protein profile leans on real meat.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor dry cat food Review
NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor is a solid mid-tier dry cat food at 3.5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. It has clear strengths alongside a few trade-offs worth weighing.
Best for
- Owners who want clearly named protein sources
- Pets that thrive on muscle-meat protein
Avoid if
- Your pet has a grain or gluten sensitivity
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 100% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Contains common allergens: Gluten grains, Fish.
- On a dry-matter basis: 12% protein, 9% fat, 73% estimated carbohydrates.
- 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor good for cats?
Mostly — NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor is a solid mid-tier choice at 3.5 out of 5 stars on Moesonson’s label-based analysis, pairing high ingredient transparency with strong animal protein content. It shows real strengths alongside a few trade-offs, so weigh the ingredient list against your cat’s needs — allergies, life stage and protein preference.
Does NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor does not include Dairy or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor contain Egg?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor does not include Egg or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor contain Legumes?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor does not include Legumes or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor does not include Nuts or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Is NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor grain-free?
No — NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor is not grain-free: the printed ingredient list includes Gluten grains. That mainly matters for pets with a diagnosed grain sensitivity or allergy; most cats tolerate grains well as an energy source. If your cat must avoid grains, choose a recipe without these ingredients.
What are the main protein sources in NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor?
The main animal proteins in NetEase Tiancheng Cat Mint Biscuits Salmon + Mint Flavor are Salmon. Each is named by species on the printed ingredient list — a protein-clarity strength in Moesonson’s scoring, because named sources let you verify what your cat is eating and avoid specific proteins when managing food allergies.
