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Select Gold Paté Kitten

dry food · cats · 74/100 · Good

Looking for an alternative to Select Gold Paté Kitten? Here are dry food products for cats that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.

In short

The best-rated alternative to Select Gold Paté Kitten in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Select Gold Paté Kitten's 74/100. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.

By Theo Blanchard · reviewed by Max Kowalski · updated June 2026 · independent grading, no sponsorship

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Select Gold Paté Kitten vs its best alternative

CriterionSelect Gold Paté KittenOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeB 74/100A 94/100
Protein qualityBA
Nutritional balanceBA
Few undesirablesAA
Ingredient transparencyCA
Species fitDA
Crude protein30%40%
Protein (dry matter)33%44.4%
Estimated carbs35%19%
First ingredientSalmonFresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.

Orijen Cat & Kitten outscores 100% of dry food for cats in our database.

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+20Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+18Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 30%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+16Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+15Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+14Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+14Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 30%.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+14Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 30%.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+13Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency.

Other food types for cats

  1. #1AThriveProReward 100% Poulet90/100treats
  2. #2AApplawsNatural Tuna Fillet87/100wet food
  3. #3AZIWI PeakAir-Dried Mackerel Lamb Cat86/100raw food
  4. #4ALily\'s KitchenTerrine au Saumon85/100wet food
  5. #5BTiki CatAloha Friends Tuna & Pumpkin84/100wet food
  6. #6BEdgard & CooperPâtée Chat Adulte Saumon84/100wet food

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to Select Gold Paté Kitten?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Select Gold Paté Kitten's 74/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Select Gold Paté Kitten?

Cheaper-per-kg options for the same use are listed in the dedicated section on this page whenever our database has them.

Why switch from Select Gold Paté Kitten?

Select Gold Paté Kitten scores 74/100 (B) on our A-E method. Buyers look for an alternative to get higher protein quality, fewer undesirables, better transparency, or a better species fit. Our grading is independent with no sponsorship.