Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection
Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection scores 3/5 on Moesonson's label-based analysis. Its strongest factor is animal-protein content (strong — 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources); its weakest is protein clarity (moderate — 38% of the recipe's protein panel is clearly named).
Rating
Updated Jun 2026
How this score is made
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Is Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection wet cat food good?
Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection is a wet cat food rated 3 stars, with moderate ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. Real muscle meat appears as a primary protein source, supported by whole-food ingredients. However, animal by-products make up a significant share of the protein. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Poultry, Fish.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Includes plant ingredients that can provide fiber and natural antioxidants.
Cons
- Relies heavily on animal by-products, which can vary in quality.
- Some non-animal ingredients are not clearly identified, which reduces formula transparency.
Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 46% |
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| Fat | 33% |
| Est. Carbs | 9% |
| Fiber | 3% |
| Ash | 10% |
Moisture (83%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 8% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 6% |
| Est. Carbs | 2% |
| Fiber | 1% |
| Moisture | 83% |
| Ash | 2% |
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is High (46% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This is generally more aligned with cats' higher protein needs than lower-protein recipes, assuming the food is complete for the cat's life stage.
- Fat is Super High (33% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This is very energy-dense; cats with pancreatitis, digestive disease, or weight concerns need case-specific veterinary guidance.
Ingredients Analysis
11 of 11 matched
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1 Meat And Animal Derivatives
Animal ProteinDescription
Made of unnamed animal parts leftover after muscle meat is removed in the slaughterhouse. It could include anything from necks, undeveloped eggs, feet, and internal organs.
Why Notice?
Unspecified animal products from unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Could be made from any animals, including "4-D animals" (dead, diseased, disabled, or dying prior to slaughter). Contaminated meats can lead to severe illnesses.
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2 Fish And Fish Derivatives
Animal ProteinDescription
A generic by-product meat meal that does not specify the sources of the fish. It is often made from the residue of animals after removing the parts for human consumption.
Why Notice?
An inexpensive, low-quality animal protein source with low digestibility compared to normal muscle meats. By-products are often seen in inferior grade pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
It could be made of parts that are unsafe for humans, such as contaminated dead bodies, which could cause severe illness.
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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 Derivatives Of Vegetable Origin
CarbsDescription
Derivatives resulting from the treatment of vegetable products, in particular cereals, vegetables, legumes, and oilseed.
Why Notice?
Unspecified plant products made of unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Without specifying the source, by-products and contaminated plant parts could be used to produce unnamed plant products.
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5 Minerals
SupplementDescription
A general term for mineral supplementation, specific sources not identified.
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6 Various Sugars
CarbsDescription
A general term for added sugars with limited transparency.
Why Notice?
Added sugars provide calories but no nutritional benefit for pets.
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7 Meat And Animal Derivatives
Animal ProteinDescription
Made of unnamed animal parts leftover after muscle meat is removed in the slaughterhouse. It could include anything from necks, undeveloped eggs, feet, and internal organs.
Why Notice?
Unspecified animal products from unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Could be made from any animals, including "4-D animals" (dead, diseased, disabled, or dying prior to slaughter). Contaminated meats can lead to severe illnesses.
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8 Chicken
Animal ProteinDescription
The dominant animal protein source in pet foods. Other than protein, it is also high in iron, zinc, selenium, and B vitamins.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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9 Derivatives Of Vegetable Origin
CarbsDescription
Derivatives resulting from the treatment of vegetable products, in particular cereals, vegetables, legumes, and oilseed.
Why Notice?
Unspecified plant products made of unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Uncertain/Risky
Without specifying the source, by-products and contaminated plant parts could be used to produce unnamed plant products.
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10 Minerals
SupplementDescription
A general term for mineral supplementation, specific sources not identified.
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11 Various Sugars
CarbsDescription
A general term for added sugars with limited transparency.
Why Notice?
Added sugars provide calories but no nutritional benefit for pets.
Tips
- Some protein sources are less clear: Meat And Animal Derivatives, Fish And Fish Derivatives, Meat And Animal Derivatives appear near the top without a clearly defined animal source.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Meat And Animal Derivatives, Fish And Fish Derivatives, Derivatives Of Vegetable Origin.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Meat And Animal Derivatives, Fish And Fish Derivatives, Derivatives Of Vegetable Origin, and 2 more have caution notes in the ingredient database.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
Low- Named 38%
- By-products 63%
Low clarity: only 38% of Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named. 0% use vague terms such as "meat meal" and 63% are by-products. Named protein ingredients let you verify the source and spot allergens; vague ones don't.
Contributing ingredients
Named
By-products
Animal Protein
High- Animal 100%
Meat-forward: 100% of the weighted protein in Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection 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
Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection wet cat food Review
Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection is a solid mid-tier wet cat food at 3 stars, with moderate ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. It has clear strengths alongside a few trade-offs worth weighing.
Best for
- Pets avoiding gluten grains
- Pets that thrive on muscle-meat protein
Avoid if
- Ingredient transparency is non-negotiable
Key takeaways
- Animal by-products account for 63% of the protein, which can vary in quality.
- Contains common allergens: Poultry, Fish.
- On a dry-matter basis: 46% protein, 33% fat, 9% estimated carbohydrates.
- 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection good for cats?
Mostly — Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection is a solid mid-tier choice at 3 out of 5 stars on Moesonson’s label-based analysis, pairing moderate 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 Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection 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 Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection contain Egg?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection 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 Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection contain Legumes?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection 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 Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection 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 Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection grain-free?
Yes — Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection is grain-free according to its printed ingredient list: no gluten grains (like wheat) and no gluten-free grains (like rice or corn) appear in the recipe. That makes it a candidate for pets with diagnosed grain sensitivities, though grain-free offers no automatic benefit for pets without one.
What are the main protein sources in Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection?
The main animal proteins in Sheba Kitten In Gravy Mixed Selection are Salmon, Chicken. 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.
