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Baked & Coated Chicken, Turkey & Whitefish Dry Cat Food
Nulo

Baked & Coated Chicken, Turkey & Whitefish Dry Cat Food

Verified Aug 24, 2026

Cat · Dry Adult All Breed Sizes

A high-protein, grain-free baked kibble for adult cats, featuring chicken, turkey, and whitefish as key animal protein sources. Chickpeas, lentils, and sweet potato provide carbohydrates, while added salmon oil and linseed contribute omega fatty acids. It’s designed as a complete daily diet for healthy adult cats who do well on a grain-free formula.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.3 out of 10

Strong Choice

This is a protein-rich, grain-free dry food formulated for adult cats, with multiple animal protein sources at the top of the ingredient list. The nutrient profile is on the higher-protein, moderate-fat side, which can suit many active adult cats if portioned appropriately. It’s a fully complete and balanced maintenance diet but, like all foods, may not be ideal for cats with certain protein sensitivities.

Ingredient composition 8.0
Adequacy substantiation 7.0
Health considerations 10.0

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The KibbleLab Score (1–10) is assessed from publicly available product data. Our evaluation is science-based, not marketing-based.

Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber on a dry-matter basis, for the stated life stage and format
Adequacy substantiation Complete and balanced substantiation; feeding trials valued higher
Ingredient composition Screened for unnamed sources, artificial additives, and label protein inflation. Not a quality ranking.
Health considerations Pulse-heavy grain-free (DCM) pattern and recall history
Verified manufacturer evidence A small bonus when we can verify evidence addressing WSAVA selection criteria
9.0 - 10 Top Pick
8.0 - 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6.0 Review Carefully

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At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
Where these benefits come from Benefits the manufacturer highlights in its own product marketing. KibbleLab lists them for reference and does not verify these claims.
Skin Coat Health Antioxidant Support Digestive Health Probiotic Support Heart Care
Suitable For
Adult All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Fresh chicken, dehydrated chicken, and dehydrated turkey are the leading ingredients, giving cats plenty of animal-based protein.
  • The 38.5% protein and 16.5% fat levels are appropriate for many healthy adult cats when fed to maintain ideal body weight.
  • Salmon oil and linseed provide omega-3 and omega-6 fats, which can support skin, coat, and overall health.
  • Formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for adult maintenance, so it can be fed as a sole diet for adult cats.

Considerations

  • Chicken, turkey, and fish are common allergens, so this may not suit cats with known sensitivities to these proteins.
  • This is a grain-free recipe that relies on chickpeas and lentils, which some cats with very sensitive digestion may not tolerate as well.
  • At 3933 kcal per kg, it is fairly calorie-dense, so careful portion control is important to help prevent weight gain.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Fresh chicken (20%), dehydrated chicken proteins (16%), dehydrated turkey proteins (14%), chickpeas, sweet potato, lentils, fresh turkey (4%), fresh cod (4%), chicken fat, linseed (2%), hydrolysed chicken proteins, chicken broth 1%, salmon oil (0.75%), minerals, pea fibre (0.5%), pork plasma, autolysed inactivated yeasts, chicory inulin, coconut oil (0.1%), dried cranberries, dehydrated pumpkin (0.01%), dried blueberry, products from the processing of herbs (Curcuma longa).

Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.

Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.

Top 5 Ingredients Explained

01
Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
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02
Chicken Protein
Chicken protein is a common high-quality animal protein in dog and cat foods, providing essential amino acids that support muscle maintenance, growth and metabolic functions and contributing to dietary taurine for cats when present in sufficient amounts. It is generally highly digestible and palatable, though nutritional value depends on the form (fresh meat, chicken meal, or hydrolyzed protein); pet parents should note potential food allergies or intolerances and consider ingredient sourcing and added fats or sodium, consulting a veterinarian if concerns arise.
03
Turkey
Turkey is commonly used as a primary animal protein in dog and cat foods, offering highly digestible, high‑quality protein and supplying essential amino acids along with B vitamins, phosphorus and zinc to support muscle maintenance and metabolism. Its fat level varies by cut so products can be lean or richer; some pets may develop allergies to poultry, cooked bones are hazardous, raw meat carries bacterial risk, and owners should rely on balanced commercial formulations (and ensure adequate taurine for cats) if turkey is a main ingredient.
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04
Chickpea
Chickpeas are a legume commonly used in pet foods as a plant-based protein, source of digestible carbohydrates, and supply of soluble and insoluble fiber that helps with stool quality and satiety. They can be a useful ingredient for dogs but are not a complete protein for obligate carnivores like cats and may cause gas or digestive upset if underprocessed; additionally, high inclusion of legumes in some grain‑free diets has been discussed as a potential factor in canine dilated cardiomyopathy so diets should be balanced and any concerns discussed with your veterinarian.
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05
Sweet Potato
Sweet potato is used in pet foods as a digestible carbohydrate and source of soluble fiber, vitamins (notably beta‑carotene), minerals and antioxidants, often helping with stool quality and serving as a binder or energy ingredient. It is generally well tolerated by dogs and can support gut health, but because cats poorly convert beta‑carotene to vitamin A and require preformed vitamin A from animal sources, sweet potato is not a substitute for meat-based nutrients; its relatively high carbohydrate content also means portion control is advised for overweight or diabetic pets and it should be cooked for best digestibility.
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Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (typical)
38.50%
Low High
Crude Fat (typical)
16.50%
Low High
Crude Fiber (typical)
3.50%
Low High
3933
kcal / Kg
Moderate
Calorie density category
What is calorie density How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.

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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Kibble
Processing method Baked
Food type Dry

AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.

Complete & balanced Yes
AAFCO life stages Adult Maintenance
Substantiation Formulation
Nulo MedalSeries Baked & Coated No Grains Added Adult Chicken, Turkey, & Whitefish Recipe Cat Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.

Brand

Nulo is a premium pet food brand focused on grain-free and high-meat-protein recipes for dogs and cats. It is positioned as a performance and wellness brand, emphasizing quality ingredients, ancestral diet alignment, and the inclusion of probiotics to support digestive health.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Nulo, Inc.
Parent company Apax Partners
Founded 2009
Headquarters Austin, Texas, USA
Website nulo.com
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Midwest and Southern regions
Manufacturing oversight

Nulo partners with trusted manufacturing facilities in the United States and Canada that maintain high food safety standards including HACCP and SQF certification. Nulo oversees ingredient sourcing and quality control to ensure nutritional accuracy and consistency across batches.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

No recall is listed for Nulo Baked & Coated Chicken, Turkey & Whitefish Dry Cat Food.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Nulo ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Nulo. We track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here.

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