Our Verdict
Made by Nacho Cuts in Gravy product range is made of three recipes which all receive the Cat Food Advisor rating, 4 stars.
This range of food lists animal protein as the first ingredient and contains other animal organs too. Protein content is high and vitamins and minerals have also been added, so this food offers a good diet option.
Pros
- High in protein
- Animal based protein listed as first ingredient
- Low in fat
- High in moisture
Cons
- Limited range to choose from
The table below shows each recipe in the range including our rating and the AAFCO nutrient profile.
Growth (kitten), Maintenance (adult), All Life Stages, Supplemental or Unspecified.
| Product line | Rating | AAFCO |
|---|---|---|
| Made by Nacho Chicken Cuts in Gravy | 4 | G&M |
| Made by Nacho Salmon Cuts in Gravy | 4 | G&M |
| Made by Nacho Beef Cuts in Gravy | 4 | G&M |
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Recipe and Label Analysis
Made by Nacho Salmon Cuts in Gravy was selected to represent the other products in the line for a detailed recipe and nutrient analysis.
Label and nutrient data below are calculated using dry matter basis.
Made by Nacho Salmon Cuts in Gravy
Estimated Dry Matter Nutrient Content
Protein
Fat
CarbsCarbohydrates
Salmon, salmon broth, chicken bone broth, chicken liver, dried egg whites, ocean whitefish, pumpkin, organic oats, cranberries, natural flavor, salt, guar gum, sunflower oil, sodium phosphate, potassium chloride, minerals (iron proteinate, zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, sodium selenite, potassium iodide), choline chloride, sodium carbonate, vitamins (thiamine mononitrate, vitamin E supplement, niacin supplement, D-calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin supplement, vitamin A supplement, biotin, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid), inulin, taurine, magnesium sulfate, salmon oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), dried kale.
Fiber (estimated dry matter content) = 1.5%
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Ingredients Analysis
The first ingredient is salmon. Salmon is an oily marine and freshwater fish not only high in protein but also omega 3 fatty acids, essential oils needed by every cat to sustain life.
The second and third ingredients are salmon broth and chicken bone broth. Broths are of only modest nutritional value. Yet because they add both flavor and moisture to a cat food, they are a common component in many wet products.
The fourth ingredient is chicken liver. This is an organ meat sourced from a named animal and thus considered a beneficial component.
The fifth ingredient is dried egg whites. Eggs are highly digestible and an excellent source of usable protein.
The sixth ingredient is ocean whitefish, a marine or freshwater species native to Canada and the California coast.
The seventh ingredient is pumpkin. Pumpkin is a nutritious addition high in complex carbohydrates, beta-carotene and dietary fiber.
The eighth ingredient is organic oats. Oats are rich in B-vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber.
From here the list goes on to include a number of other items. But to be realistic, ingredients located this far down the list (other than nutritional supplements) are not likely to affect the overall rating of the product.
However, this food contains chelated minerals, minerals that have been chemically attached to protein. This makes them easier to absorb. Chelated minerals are usually found in better cat foods.
Nutrient Analysis
Based on its ingredients alone, Made by Nacho Salmon Cuts in Gravy looks like an above-average wet product.
The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 44.4%, a fat level of 11.1% and an estimated carbohydrate level of 36.4%.
As a group, the brand features an above-average protein content of 44.4% and a near-average fat level of 13%. Together these figures suggest a carbohydrate content of 34.6% for the overall product line, alongside a fat to protein ratio of 29%.
This means that the Made by Nacho Cuts in Gravy range contains higher than average protein, near-average carbohydrate and near-average fat, when compared to typical wet cat food.
Final Word
This range of food has high levels of protein which is sourced from animal meat. Five out of the first seven ingredients are sources of animal protein and the remaining two are bone broths (chicken and turkey).
Overall, this appears to be a protein- and moisture-rich formula with near-average fat content and near-average carbohydrate content.
Has Made by Nacho cat food been recalled in the past?
No. Made by Nacho cat food has never had a recall.
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About
Made by Nacho was founded in 2021 by US TV personality and chef Bobby Flay, who is a TV personality in the USA.
Working alongside Bobby Flay is veterinarian Dr. Katja Lang who aims to ensure every product is full of premium ingredients that provide cats with the essential nutrients they need to thrive.
Made by Nacho cat food is made in the USA from ingredients sourced from around the world.
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Laura studied BSc (Hons) Animal Science with an accreditation in Nutrition at the University of Nottingham, before working for eight years in the pet food and nutrition industry.
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