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Meow Mix Tender Centers · Basted Bites Beef & Salmon

Dry food · Growth & Reproduction · Adult Maintenance

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Furry PI's verdict

The label tells a weaker story than the front of the pack suggests for Meow Mix Tender Centers. Grains lead the ingredient list. On balance, most cats are better served by stronger options — the app can suggest better-graded foods of the same type.

What's concerning

  • The ingredient list leads with grains — ground corn and corn protein meal — rather than animal protein.
  • Contains phosphoric acid — an ingredient our database flags as genuinely problematic for cats.
  • Artificial colours or preservatives on the label — titanium dioxide, caramel color and Yellow 5.

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Nutrition from the label (as fed)

Protein31%
Fat11%
Fiber4%
Moisture12%
Ash*8%
Carbs (estimated)*34%

Label: guaranteed analysis (min/max). * not printed on the label — carbs are calculated, ash/moisture estimated from typical values. How these numbers translate into calories from protein vs carbs — and how this food scores on each pillar — is shown in the app.

Quick answers

Is Meow Mix Tender Centers grain-free?
No — the label lists ground corn, corn protein meal and whole wheat.
What are the first ingredients in Meow Mix Tender Centers?
The label opens with ground corn, soybean meal and chicken by-product meal. Ingredients are listed by weight, so the first few carry the most.
Does it contain artificial colours or preservatives?
Yes — the label lists titanium dioxide, caramel color and Yellow 5.

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