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Royal Canin

Sterilised 7+

Cats · kibble · 3.5 kg

C

Overall score 58/100 · Average

Summary

For sterilised cats over 7 years. Low fat (11%), L-carnitine for weight control, taurine for senior heart health.

Sub-scores

C Proteins
C Nutrition balance
B Undesirables
D Transparency
A Species adaptability

Composition analysed

Dehydrated chicken (18%), rice, corn, wheat, animal fats, taurine, L-carnitine, vitamin E

  1. A Dehydrated chicken 18% protein
  2. B Rice cereal
  3. C Corn cereal
  4. C Wheat cereal
  5. D Animal fats (unspecified) fat
  6. A Taurine beneficial additive
  7. A L-carnitine beneficial additive

Nutritional analysis

Crude protein
33%
Crude fat
11%
Ash
8%
Fibre
6%
Moisture
5.5%

Strengths

  • Well suited to the species' needs

Weaknesses

  • Limited composition transparency

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Frequently asked questions

What score does Royal Canin Sterilised 7+ get?

Royal Canin Sterilised 7+ gets a grade of C (58/100), i.e. "average", on the PetFoodRate A to E scale. The grade combines five axes: protein quality, nutritional balance, absence of undesirable ingredients, labelling transparency and species suitability.

What are the strengths and weaknesses of Royal Canin Sterilised 7+?

Strengths: Well suited to the species' needs. Weaknesses: Limited composition transparency.

Is Royal Canin Sterilised 7+ a good fit for cats?

On species suitability, this product scores A. It is broadly suited to the needs of cats, as part of a balanced diet.

How does PetFoodRate rate dry food?

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