Dr. Clauder’s High Premium Adult Grainfree is a grain-free dry food formulated for adult cats 1–8 years old, especially those with sensitive stomachs.

The first ingredient, Poultry (Fresh) at 20%, is paired with 20% dried poultry protein to provide highly digestible, animal-based protein that helps maintain lean muscle and appealing flavor.

Additional animal sources—liver meal, salmon protein (4%), and whole egg (1%)—round out the amino acid profile and boost palatability.

At 32% crude protein and 15% fat, the nutrient profile supports daily maintenance energy needs and muscle upkeep in adult cats.

Potato flour and potato starch, together with buckwheat (5%), supply digestible carbohydrates while keeping the recipe free of cereal grains.

Digestive comfort is supported by functional fibers and prebiotics such as dried beet pulp and chicory powder, plus mannan-oligosaccharides and yeast that help nourish beneficial gut bacteria.

The mineral balance—calcium 1.35%, phosphorus 1.2%, and sodium 0.4%—and a formulation aimed at a cat-appropriate urinary pH work together to support urinary health.

Added taurine helps maintain normal heart function and eyesight, an essential requirement for feline health.

Omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids (2.9% and 0.85%) from poultry fat, salmon oil (0.5%), linseed, and safflower oil promote healthy skin and a glossy coat.

The brand states that 1 kg of this dry food delivers the nutritional value of 920 g of fresh meat, emphasizing its focus on animal-sourced nutrition.

Pros:

• Animal-first protein focus: Fresh poultry (20%) and dried poultry protein (20%) supply highly digestible amino acids for lean muscle support and palatability.

• Digestive and prebiotic support: Dried beet pulp, chicory powder, mannan-oligosaccharides, yeast, and cellulose provide functional fibers that feed beneficial gut bacteria and help promote regular stools.

• Omega fatty acids for skin and coat: Measured omega-6 (2.9%) and omega-3 (0.85%) from poultry fat, salmon oil, linseed, and safflower oil contribute to skin barrier integrity and a shiny coat.

• Taurine enrichment: Added taurine supports normal heart function and vision, meeting a key feline requirement.

• Urinary health considerations: Controlled minerals (calcium 1.35%, phosphorus 1.2%, sodium 0.4%) and a formulation aimed at cat-appropriate urinary pH support urinary tract wellness.

• Robust micronutrient fortification: Vitamin A (18,000 IU), D3 (1,500 IU), E (145 mg), comprehensive B‑complex, and choline (3,300 mg) aid vision, bone health, antioxidant defense, energy metabolism, and fat transport in the liver.

Cons:

• Moderate-to-high ash: At 7.9%, ash is on the higher side and may warrant caution for cats with known kidney or urinary sensitivities.

• Starch-forward carbohydrates: Potato flour and potato starch (plus buckwheat) are key carbohydrate sources, which may not align with very low-carbohydrate feeding preferences.

• Multiple animal proteins: Poultry, salmon, egg, and liver make this less suitable for cats needing single-protein, limited-ingredient diets for food sensitivities.

• Modest marine omega-3 contribution: With salmon oil at 0.5% and linseed providing mainly ALA (which cats convert poorly to EPA/DHA), the long-chain omega-3 supply may be limited.

• Calorie data not listed: Metabolizable energy (ME) is not provided, making precise portion planning and weight control less straightforward.