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Whiskas Lamb Tin

dry food · cats · 49/100 · Poor

Looking for an alternative to Whiskas Lamb Tin? 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 Whiskas Lamb Tin in our database is Orijen Cat & Kitten (94/100, grade A), versus Whiskas Lamb Tin's 49/100. 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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Whiskas Lamb Tin vs its best alternative

CriterionWhiskas Lamb TinOrijen Cat & Kitten
Overall gradeD 49/100A 94/100
Protein qualityEA
Nutritional balanceEA
Few undesirablesBA
Ingredient transparencyCA
Species fitDA
Crude protein10%40%
Protein (dry matter)11%44.4%
Estimated carbs70%19%
First ingredientAnimal by-productsFresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 10%.

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

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenCat & Kitten94/100+45Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 10%.
  2. #2AOrijenSix Fish Cat92/100+43Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 40% crude protein vs 10%.
  3. #3AApplawsKitten90/100+41Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 10%.
  4. #4AAcanaFirst Feast Kitten89/100+40Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 10%.
  5. #5AAcanaHomestead Harvest Cat88/100+39Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 10%.
  6. #6AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chat Adulte Saumon88/100+39Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 10%.
  7. #7AAcanaIndoor Entrée Cat88/100+39Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 37% crude protein vs 10%.
  8. #8AZiggyCroquettes Chat Stérilisé Sans Céréales Saumon87/100+38Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 28% crude protein vs 10%.

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 Whiskas Lamb Tin?

In our database it's Orijen Cat & Kitten, scoring 94/100 (A) versus Whiskas Lamb Tin's 49/100, among dry food for cats. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Whiskas Lamb Tin?

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 Whiskas Lamb Tin?

Whiskas Lamb Tin scores 49/100 (D) 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.