Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy
Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy scores 0/5 on Moesonson's label-based analysis (an estimate — some main ingredients could not be identified). Its two scoring factors rate evenly: protein clarity (low — 0% of the recipe's protein panel is clearly named) and animal-protein content (limited — 0% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources).
Rating
Updated Aug 2026
How this score is made
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Is Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy wet cat food good?
Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy is a wet cat food rated 0 stars, with low ingredient transparency and limited animal protein content. However, several animal ingredients are described in generic terms, which reduces sourcing transparency. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Fish.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Includes plant ingredients that can provide fiber and natural antioxidants.
Cons
- Some non-animal ingredients are not clearly identified, which reduces formula transparency.
Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 54% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 25% |
| Est. Carbs | 6% |
| Fiber | 8% |
| Ash | 8% |
Moisture (82%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 10% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 5% |
| Est. Carbs | 1% |
| Fiber | 1% |
| Moisture | 82% |
| Ash | 1% |
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Super High (54% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. Cats generally need more protein than dogs, but diagnosed kidney disease or other medical needs should still be managed with your vet.
- Fat is Super High (25% 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
14 of 17 matched
- 1 Pork Meat and Animal Derivatives
No match found in database
- 2 Poultry Meat and Animal Derivatives
No match found in database
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3 Cereals
CarbsDescription
A mixture of grains such as corn, rice, and wheat, usually with a high content of carbs.
Why Notice?
An inexpensive filler with gluten, with limited nutrition value to dogs / cats. Made of unknown sources, its quality is highly questionable.
Uncertain/Risky
Could be made of by-products / inferior food that are not suitable for consumption.
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4 Sunflower Oil
FatDescription
The oil derived from sunflower seeds, high in either omega 6 and 9 fats, low in saturated fat and is packed with natural anti-oxidant vitamin E.
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5 Minerals
SupplementDescription
A general term for mineral supplementation, specific sources not identified.
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6 Powdered Cellulose
CarbsDescription
The substance provides strength and rigidity to plants, which are mostly made of insoluble fiber. It is commonly added to pet foods to reduce the calorie content for the "weight management" type.
Why Notice?
Unspecified plant products made of unknown sources. Its quality is highly concerned, often seen in low quality pet foods.
Digestion Concern
Dogs and cats lack the enzymes capable of digesting cellulose. A high level of fiber could interfere with the digestion of protein and other minerals.
Uncertain/Risky
Could be made up of cheap and unwanted fiber by-products. However, from our research, most cellulose used in pet food is made up of pine trees.
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7 Algal Oil
FatDescription
Oil extracted from algae, a sustainable source of DHA and EPA omega-3 fatty acids.
Why Prefer?
A sustainable plant-based source of omega-3 fatty acids.
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8 Amino Acids
SupplementDescription
Building blocks of proteins, usually added to improve the protein quality and amino acid profile of pet foods.
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9 Vitamins
SupplementDescription
A mixture of vitamins supplements to ensure the complete nutrition profile of pet food.
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10 Tomato Powder
CarbsDescription
Packed with vitamins A, C, K, potassium, and manganese.
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11 Fish Oil
FatDescription
Oil derived from fish, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, DHA, and EPA.
Why Concerned?
Fish oil is beneficial but the unnamed source makes quality assessment difficult.
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12 Gelling Agent
(Detected): Gelling Agents
Food AdditiveDescription
A substance used to create gel-like texture in wet pet food, typically derived from plant or seaweed sources.
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13 Yeasts
Plant Protein ConcentrateDescription
Made from fungus and often used to make beer, a rich source of minerals such as selenium. B-complex vitamins, and chromium. It contains around 40% protein.
Why Concerned?
A controversial ingredient, some believe it can support the immune system, while others say it can be linked to allergies and bloating. However, no scientific research can provide a concrete conclusion.
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14 Borage Oil
FatDescription
Purple "Starflow" herb, is well-known for its health-promoting properties. It is high in gamma-linoleic acid (GLA) which is shown to reduce inflammation of the body.
Why Concerned?
A controversial vegetable that might cause health issues, unnecessary for the risk.
Uncertain/Risky
Contains polyphenol tannin, which binds to proteins and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, dermatitis in a higher dose.
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15 Marigold Meal
CarbsDescription
Known as calendula, a flowering plant often used to make tea or herbal medicine. It is packed with antioxidants, and research shows that it reduces oxidative stress from the consumption of MSG (flavor enhancer found in many pet foods).
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16 Fructo-oligo-saccharides
(Detected): Fructo-oligosaccharides
PrebioticsDescription
Known as FOS, a type of fiber derived from chicory roots, beets, or cane. It is added as prebiotics for good bacteria growth in the colon, which aids digestion.
- 17 Hydrolysed Pork Collagen
No match found in database
Tips
- Cat formula needs review: cats rely heavily on animal protein, and this label does not show strong named animal protein near the top.
- Higher-priority ingredients to review: Cereals, Powdered Cellulose.
- Higher-caution ingredients: Cereals, Powdered Cellulose, Borage Oil have caution notes in the ingredient database.
- Possible digestion triggers: Powdered Cellulose have digestion notes; watch tolerance if your pet has a sensitive stomach.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
This recipe does not list any animal-protein ingredients, so there is no clarity score to break down.
Animal Protein
Low- Auxiliary 100%
Protein in Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy leans on plant signals: only 0% comes from animal sources, while plant-protein concentrates make up 0% and whole plant proteins 0%. Plant concentrates like pea or soy isolate are cheap protein boosters but lack the amino-acid profile pets need from meat.
Contributing ingredients
Auxiliary
Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy wet cat food Review
Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy scores 0 stars on this analysis, with low ingredient transparency and limited animal protein content. There are several concerns in this label that may make it a poor fit.
Best for
- Pets avoiding gluten grains
Avoid if
- Ingredient transparency is non-negotiable
- Your cat needs a strongly meat-led recipe
Key takeaways
- Contains common allergens: Fish.
- On a dry-matter basis: 54% protein, 25% fat, 6% estimated carbohydrates.
- Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
- Overall rating: 0 stars, based on transparency, protein source, and macro balance.
Frequently asked questions
Is Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy good for cats?
Based on its label, Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy is hard to recommend — it scores 0 out of 5 stars on Moesonson’s analysis, with low ingredient transparency and limited animal protein content. Both factors come straight from the printed ingredient list, so review the full breakdown of concerns before choosing it for your cat.
Does Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy 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 Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy contain Egg?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy 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 Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy contain Legumes?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy 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 Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy 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 Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy grain-free?
Yes — Royal Canin 15+ Senior Cats Over 15 Years Old Thin Slices in Gravy 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.
