Our Verdict
Nulo Raw Medley freeze-dried raw cat food is made up of three recipes which each receive the Cat Food Advisor second highest rating, 4.5 stars.
The first ingredient in each recipe is good quality animal meat. This food contains probiotics and other functional ingredients to support their digestive and immune health.
Pros
- First ingredient listed is animal meat
- Contains probiotics
- Added vitamins and minerals
Cons
- High in carbohydrate
- Low in moisture
The table below shows each recipe in this range including our rating and the AAFCO nutrient profile: Growth (puppy), Maintenance (adult), All Life Stages, Supplemental or Unspecified.
| Product line | Rating | AAFCO |
|---|---|---|
| Nulo Raw Medley Turkey, Chicken & Trout Recipe | 4.5 | M |
| Nulo Raw Medley Salmon, Chicken & Turkey Recipe | 4.5 | M |
| Nulo Raw Medley Chicken, Turkey & Duck Recipe | 4.5 | M |
Recipe and Label Analysis
Nulo Raw Medley Turkey, Chicken & Trout Recipe 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.
Nulo Raw Medley Turkey, Chicken & Trout Recipe
Estimated Dry Matter Nutrient Content
Protein
Fat
CarbsCarbohydrates
Deboned turkey, chicken meal, turkey meal, sweet potato, oats, deboned chicken, chickpeas, lentils, ground miscanthus grass, deboned trout, chicken fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols & citric acid), natural flavor, spray-dried porcine plasma, freeze-dried chicken, freeze-dried chicken heart, ground flaxseed, salt, yeast culture, freeze-dried chicken liver, potassium chloride, choline chloride, dl-methionine, freeze-dried pumpkin, freeze-dried chicken necks, freeze-dried kale, freeze-dried broccoli, freeze-dried blueberries, taurine, dried chicory root, zinc proteinate, vitamin E supplement, iron proteinate, calcium carbonate, l-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), niacin supplement, copper proteinate, turmeric, manganese proteinate, sodium selenite, thiamine mononitrate, vitamin A supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin supplement, biotin, vitamin B12 supplement, dried bacillus coagulans fermentation product, vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid, calcium iodate, rosemary extract.
Fiber (estimated dry matter content) = 4%
Red denotes any controversial items
Ingredients Analysis
The first ingredient is deboned turkey. Turkey is considered “the clean combination of flesh and skin… derived from the parts or whole carcasses of turkey”. 1
Turkey is naturally rich in the 11 essential amino acids required by a cat to sustain life.
The second ingredient is chicken meal. Chicken meal is considered a meat concentrate and contains nearly 300% more protein than fresh chicken.
The third ingredient is turkey meal. Turkey meal is considered a meat concentrate and contains nearly 300% more protein than fresh turkey.
The fourth ingredient is sweet potato. Sweet potatoes are a gluten-free source of complex carbohydrates in cat food. They are naturally rich in dietary fiber and beta carotene.
The fifth ingredient is oats. Oats are rich in B-vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber.
The sixth ingredient is deboned chicken. Chicken is considered “the clean combination of flesh and skin… derived from the parts or whole carcasses of chicken”. 2
Chicken is naturally rich in the 11 essential amino acids required by a cat to sustain life.
The seventh ingredient is chickpeas. Chickpeas (also known as garbanzo beans) are a good source of carbohydrates. Plus they’re naturally rich in dietary fiber.
The eighth ingredient is lentils. Lentils are a quality source of carbohydrates. Plus (like all legumes) they’re rich in natural fiber.
However, chickpeas contain about 27 % protein and lentils about 25% protein, a factor that must be considered when judging the actual meat content of this cat food.
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.
The company appears to have applied friendly bacteria to the surface of the kibble after cooking. These special probiotics are used to enhance a cat’s digestive and immune functions.
This food also contains chelated minerals that have been chemically attached to protein. This makes them easier to absorb. Chelated minerals are usually found in better cat foods.
This food also contains taurine which is an essential amino acid for cats associated with the healthy function of heart muscle and eye sight, and is crucial for maintaining good health in cats.
We view the presence of taurine in this recipe as a positive addition.
Nutrient Analysis
Based on its ingredients alone, Nulo Raw Medley Turkey, Chicken & Trout Recipe looks like an above-average freeze-dried product.
The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 42.2%, a fat level of 17.8% and an estimated carbohydrate level of 32%.
As a group, the brand features an above-average protein content of 42.2% and an above-average fat level of 17.8%. Together these figures suggest a carbohydrate content of 32% for the overall product line, alongside a fat to protein ratio of 42%.
This means this Nulo Raw Medley range contains higher than average protein, near-average carbohydrate and higher than average fat, when compared to typical freeze-dried raw cat food.
Final Word
This range of food provides a healthy combination of good quality ingredients. Protein levels are derived from animal meat and other animal organs and meals. Each formula is enriched with probiotics, vitamins and minerals to ensure a balanced diet.
Has Nulo Raw Medley cat food been recalled in the past?
No, there have been no recorded recalls for Nulo.
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About
Nulo was founded in 2009 by Michael Landa and Brett Montana, after they saw high rates of diabetes and other medical issues in dogs and cats while running their pet-sitting business.
The company is still privately owned.
All ingredients are sourced and all recipes are made in the USA.
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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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