ingredients
Cat Food Ingredients
Proteins
Chicken
Real Chicken is a good source of protein that helps support healthy organs and maintain lean muscle mass.
Benefits
- Lean protein helps support healthy muscle mass
- Omega-6 & omega-3 fatty acids help support a healthy skin and coat
- A good source of plant protein that helps cats feel fuller longer
Featured Chicken Products
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Indoor Complete Chicken, Lentils & Salmon Recipe Dry Cat Food
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Wheelies Chicken Flavor Cat Treats
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Purrfect Entrees Grain Free Cravin’ Chicken Dinner Wet Cat Food
Chicken Liver
Chicken liver is a great source of protein for cats and is rich in vitamins A and B, along with other essential nutrients. At Nutrish® we use chicken liver to provide your furry friend with a delicious and balanced meal.
Featured Chicken Liver Products
Chicken Meal
Chicken Meal contains calcium which helps support growing bones, healthy joints and strong teeth.
Benefits
- Protein-rich and high in amino acids to help support strong muscles
- A good source of glucosamine to help support joint health
Corn Protein Meal
Corn protein meal provides your pet with protein in the form of essential amino acids, which help support healthy organs and lean muscles.
Benefits
- Essential amino acids in the form of protein
- Helps support healthy organs
Corn Protein Concentrate
Corn protein concentrate provides your pet with essential amino acids in the form of protein, which help support healthy organs and lean muscles.
Benefits
- Essential amino acids in the form of protein
- Helps support healthy organs
- Helps support lean muscles
Crab
Crab meat is a high-quality protein source that provides essential nutrients to support your cat’s overall health.
Benefits
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids
- Helps support healthy skin and coat
- Helps support lean muscles
Dried Whey
Dried Whey is a dairy product which is a source of protein, fat and lactose (milk sugar).
Benefits
- Rich in essential amino acids
Duck
Real Duck is a tasty, lean protein source. It is naturally rich in amino acids to help support strong muscles.
Benefits
- High-quality source of protein
Eggs
Eggs are high-quality, lean protein sources which help maintain an ideal body weight.
Benefits
- Excellent source of lean protein
- Rich in amino acids to help support healthy muscles
Fish Meal
Fish Meal is a source of EPA+DHA (Omega-3 fatty acids) which helps support brain development and healthy vision.
Benefits
- Omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA help support brain development
Fish Protein Concentrate
Fish Protein Concentrate is a concentrated source of fish protein that provides essential amino acids.
Benefits
- A concentrated source of high-quality fish protein
Grouper
Grouper is a fish that provides essential nutrients, which help maintain healthy organs and lean muscle mass.
Benefits
- High-quality, easily digestible protein
Lentils
Lentils are naturally rich in fiber and protein and low in fat and help to support healthy muscles and a healthy metabolism.
Benefits
- Naturally rich in fiber
- Low in fat
Mackerel
Mackerel is a fish that is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fatty acids such as DHA, which helps support healthy vision and cognitive function.
Benefits
- Naturally rich source of omega-3 fatty acids
Featured Mackerel Products
Menhaden Fish Meal
Menhaden Fish Meal is a naturally rich source of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids which helps support a healthy skin and coat.
Benefits
- Naturally rich source of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids
- Helps support a healthy skin and coat
Ocean Fish
Ocean Fish is a tasty fish favorite that is protein-packed to help support healthy muscles and provides Omega-3 fatty acids to help support cognitive health.
Benefits
- Supports healthy muscles
- Omega-3 fatty acids to support cognitive health
Featured Ocean Fish Products
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Grain Free Ocean Fish-a-licious Wet Cat Food
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Grain Free Ocean Lover’s Variety Pack Wet Cat Food
Pollock
Pollock is a delicious fish that provides protein which helps support healthy organs and muscles.
Benefits
- A good source of protein
Salmon
Real Salmon is a good source of protein which helps support healthy organs and maintain lean muscle mass.
Benefits
- Source of high-quality protein
- Helps support healthy organs and lean muscle mass
Featured Salmon Products
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Savory Bites Tasty Salmon & Veggies Recipe Dry Cat Food
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Dry Cat Food Real Salmon & Brown Rice Recipe
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ LoveBites Salmon Flavor Cat Treats
Salmon Meal
Salmon Meal is a naturally rich source of essential amino acids and omega-3 fatty acids, which help support your pet’s vision development and cognitive function.
Benefits
- An excellent source of amino acids
- Helps support healthy vision and brain function
- An excellent source of amino & fatty acids to help support healthy skin, coat and immune system
Salmon Powder
Salmon Powder is a naturally rich source of essential amino acids and Omega-3 fatty acids, which help support your pet’s vision development and cognitive function.
Benefits
- An excellent source of amino acids
- Helps support healthy skin and coat
Seabass
Seabass is a fish that provides protein that helps maintain lean muscle mass and overall well-being in cats. Nutrish® uses real seabass to create a delicious and nutritious meal that your furry friend will love.
Benefits
- A high-quality fish protein
- Helps support healthy nerve function
Shrimp
Shrimp is a high-quality protein that provides essential nutrients, which help maintain healthy organs and lean muscle mass.
Tuna
Tuna is a tasty fish-favorite that is protein-packed to help support healthy muscles and provides Omega-3 fatty acids to help support cognitive health.
Benefits
- A high-quality fish protein
Featured Tuna Products
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ SoftSpots Tuna Flavor Cat Treats
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Grain Free Tuna Purrfection Wet Cat Food
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Purrfect Broths Grain Free Tasty Tuna Recipe, Lickable Complements for Cats
Turkey
Real Turkey is a good source of protein that helps maintain lean muscle mass.
Benefits
- A good source of protein
- Helps support lean muscles
Featured Turkey Products
Carbs
Brewer’s Rice
Brewer’s Rice is a highly digestible carbohydrate that helps provide energy for your pet.
Benefits
- Good source of carbohydrates
- Easily digestible
Featured Brewer’s Rice Products
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ SoftSpots Salmon Flavor Cat Treats
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ SoftSpots Tuna Flavor Cat Treats
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Wheelies Chicken Flavor Cat Treats
Brown Rice
Brown Rice is a highly digestible carbohydrate, which is low in fat but high in fiber. It helps support healthy digestion while also providing your pet with a source of energy.
Benefits
- An excellent source of natural fiber
- A good source of fiber to help support healthy digestion
- Rich in vitamins D and B to support a healthy heart
Chickpeas
Chickpeas are a good source of carbohydrates and are rich in dietary fiber. They are also naturally rich in protein and low in fat which help support lean muscles and optimal body weight.
Benefits
- A good source of carbohydrates and protein
- Potassium helps support healthy heart function
- Calcium helps support strong bones and teeth
Corn Flour
Corn Flour is a source of carbohydrates that helps provide energy to your pet.
Benefits
- Helps provide energy
Featured Corn Flour Products
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ LoveBites Chicken Flavor Cat Treats
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ LoveBites Salmon Flavor Cat Treats
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Wheelies Chicken Flavor Cat Treats
Glycerin
Glycerin is a carbohydrate obtained from plant or animal sources and is used to help keep soft-moist products soft.
Benefits
- Carbohydrate in fats and oils
- Maintains moisture in soft foods
Malted Barley Flour
Malted Barley Flour is a fiber-rich carbohydrate that helps with your pet’s digestive health.
Benefits
- Fiber-rich carbohydrate
- Helps support healthy digestion
Pea Flour
Pea Flour is a highly digestible carbohydrate that provides a source of energy.
Benefits
- A good source of carbohydrates to support energy levels
- A good source of fiber to help support healthy digestion
Dried Peas
Dried peas are carbohydrates that are a good source of dietary fiber for cats. This low-fat ingredient helps to create a delicious and nutritious meal for your furry friends.
Benefits
- A good source of carbohydrates to support energy levels
Rice
Rice is a natural source of carbohydrates that provide energy and supports healthy digestion in cats. Try Nutrish® cat food with rice today and give your cat a balanced meal they’ll love.
Benefits
- Good source of carbohydrates
Tapioca Starch
Tapioca Starch is a source of carbohydrates that helps provide energy to your pet.
Benefits
- Good source of carbohydrates
- Easy to digest
Wheat Flour
Wheat Flour contains fiber, which helps support healthy digestion, and carbohydrates, which provide a source of energy for your pet.
Benefits
- Naturally rich in fiber
- Helps support healthy digestion
Whole Ground Corn
Whole Ground Corn is a rich source of carbohydrates to help support pets’ energy levels.
Benefits
- A good source of carbohydrates to support energy levels
Amino Acids
DL-Methionine
DL-Methionine is an essential amino acid that helps support a healthy skin and coat.
Benefits
- Amino acids help support healthy muscles
Glycine
Glycine is an amino acid.
L-Tryptophan
L-Tryptohpan is an essential amino acid.
Benefits
- Helps support healthy weight and metabolism
- An essential amino acid
Taurine
Taurine is an amino acid added to help support your pet’s heart health and overall well-being.
Benefits
- An essential amino acid
- Helps support a healthy heart
Vitamins
Biotin
Biotin is an essential vitamin that helps support your pet’s skin and coat.
Benefits
- Helps support a healthy skin and coat
- Helps support healthy digestion
Choline Chloride
Choline Chloride is a vitamin.
D-Calcium Pantothenate
D-Calcium Pantothenate is an essential B vitamin that helps support your pet’s metabolism.
Benefits
- Essential B-vitamin that helps support healthy metabolism
Folic Acid
Folic Acid is a vitamin.
L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source of Vitamin C)
L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate is a source of Vitamin C that helps support your pet’s immune health.
Benefits
- A good source of vitamin C
- Helps support a healthy immune system
- Helps support lean muscles and healthy organs
Menadione Sodium Bisulfate Complex
Menadione Sodium Bisulfate Complex is a source of Vitamin K.
Benefits
- A source of vitamin K
Niacin
Niacin is an essential vitamin that helps support a healthy skin and coat.
Benefits
- An essential B vitamin
- Helps support a healthy skin and coat
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Source of Vitamin B6)
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Source of Vitamin B6) is an essential vitamin.
Benefits
- A good source of vitamin B6
Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2)
Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2) is an essential vitamin that helps support healthy skin.
Benefits
- An essential vitamin that helps support healthy skin
Thiamine Mononitrate
Thiamine Mononitrate, also known as Vitamin B1, is a vitamin.
Benefits
- An essential B vitamin
- Helps support your cat’s overall health
Vitamin A Supplement
Vitamin A Supplement is an essential vitamin that helps support healthy vision.
Benefits
- An essential vitamin
- Supports healthy vision
Vitamin B12 Supplement
Vitamin B12 Supplement is an essential vitamin.
Benefits
- An essential vitamin
Vitamin D3 Supplement
Vitamin D3 Supplement is an essential vitamin that supports in the metabolism of calcium and phosphorous.
Benefits
- An essential vitamin
- Supports in the metabolism of calcium and phosphorous
Vitamin E Supplement
Vitamin E Supplement is an essential vitamin with antioxidant properties.
Benefits
- An essential vitamin
- Antioxidant properties
Fats
Chicken Fat
Chicken Fat is a rich source of Omega-6 fatty acids which help support a healthy skin and coat.
Benefits
- Omega-6 fatty acids help support a healthy skin & a shiny coat
- Enhances the aroma of your cat’s food
- The great taste cats crave
Dried Cheese
Dried Cheese helps add flavor to your pet’s food.
Fish Oil
Fish Oil is a source of DHA & EPA (omega-3 fatty acids) to help support an active, healthy brain.
Benefits
- Omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA help support brain development
- Helps support a healthy skin and coat
Poultry Fat
Poultry Fat is a rich source of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids which help support a healthy skin and coat.
Benefits
- Naturally rich source of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids
- Helps support a healthy skin and coat
Whole Flaxseed
Flaxseed is a naturally rich source of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids which help support a healthy skin and coat.
Benefits
- Naturally rich source of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids
- Helps support a healthy skin and coat
Palatants
Animal Digest
Animal Digest is an animal protein source that enhances the taste of your pet’s food.
Benefits
- Palatable and rich source of protein
- Enhances the flavor of your cat’s food
Brewer’s Dried Yeast
Brewer’s Dried Yeast helps make the food taste great! Plus, it is an excellent source of naturally occurring B vitamins that help support healthy skin & coat.
Benefits
- Excellent source of amino acids to support lean muscle mass
- Adds an irresistible flavor cats can’t resist
Celery Powder
Celery Powder enhances the taste of your pet’s food.
Chicken Broth
Chicken Broth is the broth that remains after cooking chicken. It adds the chicken flavor that your pet craves.
Benefits
- Contains glycine
- Contains collagen to help support healthy joints
- Good source of amino acids for overall health and wellness
Coconut Milk
Coconut milk adds a delicious taste to Nutrish® cat food recipes to enhance the taste of your pet’s food, while also providing natural vitamins and minerals to support your cat’s overall health.
Benefits
- Tasty flavor enhancer
Cranberries
Cranberries are a fruit added to provide taste and variety to your pet’s food.
Benefits
- Antioxidant-rich fruit
Dextrose
Dextrose is a sugar that enhances the taste of your pet’s food and treats.
Benefits
- Flavor enhancer for your cat’s food
Fish Broth
Fish Broth is the broth that remains after cooking fish. It adds the fish flavor that your pet craves.
Benefits
- Nutrient-rich broth
Green Tea Extract
Green Tea Extract is an antioxidant that provides flavor.
Benefits
- A good source of vitamins A, C & K
Lactic Acid
Lactic Acid helps enhance the flavor of your pet’s food and treats.
Paprika Extract
Paprika Extract enhances the taste of your pet’s food.
Benefits
- A delicious flavor enhancer for your cat’s food
Parsley
Parsley is a natural herb that’s used to enhance the flavor and appearance of your pet’s food.
Benefits
- Herb that enhances the flavor of your pet’s food
- Provides antioxidants to help support a healthy immune system
Phosphoric Acid
Phosphoric Acid enhances the taste of your pet’s treats.
Benefits
- Enhances the taste of your cat’s treats
Poultry Digest
Poultry Digest is a poultry protein source that enhances the taste of your pet’s food.
Benefits
- A source of poultry protein
- Gentle on the digestive system
Rosemary Extract
Rosemary Extract enhances the taste of your pet’s food.
Benefits
- Enhances the taste of your cat’s treats
Minerals
Calcium Carbonate
Calcium Carbonate is a source of calcium that helps your pet maintain strong bones.
Benefits
- Contains calcium, an essential mineral that supports strong bones and teeth
Calcium Iodate
Calcium Iodate is a source of Iodine which helps support your pet’s overall health.
Copper Proteinate
Copper Proteinate is an organic mineral that is a source of copper which helps support healthy skin.
Benefits
- Helps support healthy skin
Copper Sulfate
Copper Sulfate is a source of copper that helps support healthy skin.
Benefits
- Helps support healthy skin
Dicalcium Phosphate
Dicalcium Phosphate is a source of calcium and phosphorous which are essential nutrients that help support healthy bones and teeth.
Benefits
- A source of essential calcium and phosphate
- Helps support healthy teeth and bones
Ferrous Sulfate
A source of iron that helps support your pet’s overall health.
Benefits
- A source of iron to support overall health
Iron Proteinate
Iron Proteinate is a high quality, essential iron source that helps support your pet’s overall health.
Benefits
- Essential iron source
Iron Sulfate
Iron Sulfate is part of an essential blend of vitamins and minerals that helps support your pet’s overall health.
Benefits
- Part of an essential blend of vitamins and minerals
- Helps support your cat’s overall health
Manganese Proteinate
Manganese Proteinate is an essential mineral.
Benefits
- Essential mineral to help support strong bones
Manganese Sulfate
Manganese Sulfate is an essential mineral.
Potassium Chloride
Potassium Chloride is a source of potassium.
Benefits
- A good source of potassium
Salt
Salt is a source of sodium and chloride which are essential minerals.
Benefits
- A source of the essential minerals sodium and chloride
- Helps support a healthy immune system
Sodium Selenite
Sodium Selenite is an antioxidant that helps support overall health.
Benefits
- Selenium is an essential nutrient
- Helps support overall health
Sodium Tripolyphosphate
Sodium Tripolyphosphate is a source of sodium and phosphorus. Sodium helps with healthy functioning cells and phosphorus is used by the body for energy production.
Benefits
- Helps support a healthy immune system
Zinc Proteinate
Zinc Proteinate is an essential zinc source that helps support your pet’s skin and coat health.
Benefits
- An essential mineral
- Source of zinc
Zinc Sulfate
Zinc Sulfate is an essential mineral that helps support your pet’s skin and coat health.
Benefits
- An essential mineral
- Helps support a healthy skin and coat
Fiber
Blueberries
Blueberries are a flavorful fruit added to provide taste and variety to your pet’s food.
Benefits
- Contains antioxidants to help support heart health
Carrots
Carrots are sources of fiber which help support healthy digestion.
Benefits
- A good source of fiber to help support healthy digestion
- Helps support healthy skin, coat and vision
Dried Plain Beet Pulp
Dried Plain Beet Pulp is a wholesome fiber source which helps support healthy digestion.
Benefits
- Wholesome fiber source
- Helps support healthy digestion
Green Beans
Green Beans are tasty vegetables that provide fiber which help your pet maintain digestive health.
Benefits
- Rich in fiber to help support digestive health
- A good source of calcium
Powdered Cellulose
Powdered Cellulose is a natural dietary fiber source that helps support healthy digestion.
Benefits
- Natural fiber source
- Helps support healthy digestion
Pumpkin (Dried)
Pumpkin (Dried) is fiber-rich which helps to support healthy digestion.
Benefits
- Helps support digestion
Spinach
Spinach is a fiber-rich vegetable.
Benefits
- Naturally rich in fiber
- Contains vitamins, minerals, essential nutrients and antioxidants
Tomatoes
Tomatoes are an excellent source of dietary fiber that helps support healthy digestion.
Benefits
- An excellent source of dietary fiber
Misc
Annatto (color)
Annatto is a naturally derived color source to enhance the appearance of the food.
Canola Lecithin
Canola lecithin is an emulsifier derived from canola oil. Nutrish® uses it in our cat food for even mixing.
Benefits
- Creates an appealing texture in your cat’s food
Caramel (color)
Caramel is a color source to enhance the appearance of the food.
Benefits
- Provides consistency in kibble color
Citric Acid (a preservative)
Citric Acid is an antioxidant that helps maintain taste, appearance, and nutritional benefits of your pet’s food.
Benefits
- Antioxidant
Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product
Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product is a probiotic which helps support a healthy digestive tract.
Benefits
- Probiotic
- Helps support healthy digestion
Guar Gum
Guar Gum is a plant-based ingredient that creates an appealing texture for your pet.
Benefits
- Creates an appealing texture in your cat’s food
Iron Oxide
Iron Oxide is added to enhance the appearance of your pet’s treat.
Benefits
- Adds variety to the appearance of your cat’s treat
Mixed Tocopherols
Mixed Tocopherols are antioxidants that help maintain taste, appearance, and nutritional benefits of your pet’s food.
Benefits
- A source of antioxidants
Probiotics
Probiotics are microorganisms which help support healthy digestion.
Benefits
- A beneficial blend of bacteria
- Helps support healthy digestion
Sorbic Acid (a preservative)
Sorbic Acid (a preservative) helps maintain taste, appearance, and nutritional benefits of your pet’s food.
Benefits
- Helps maintain the delicious taste your cat loves
- Helps maintain nutritional benefits of your cat’s food
Titanium Dioxide (color)
Titanium Dioxide (Color) is added to enhance the appearance of your pet’s food.
Benefits
- Enhances the appearance of your cat’s food
Xanthan Gum
Xanthan Gum is added to thicken sauces and gravies for a more desirable texture for your pet.
Benefits
- A thickener for sauces and gravies