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Prowess All-In-One Essentials Dry Cat Food
Nulo

Prowess All-In-One Essentials Dry Cat Food

Verified Aug 28, 2026

Cat · Dry Adult Kitten All Breed Sizes

A high-protein dry formula for kittens and adult cats, built around chicken and turkey as the main animal protein sources. It includes grains like barley, millet, sorghum, and oats for energy, plus added taurine, omega-3 and -6 fatty acids, and a pre-, pro-, and postbiotic blend to support digestion and overall health. This diet is formulated to be complete and balanced for all life stages, so it can be used for both growing kittens and adult cats when fed appropriately.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.8 out of 10

Strong Choice

Nutritionally, this is a strong all-life-stages dry formula with high animal protein, moderate fat, and controlled fiber, suitable for most healthy kittens and adult cats. The use of multiple poultry proteins plus grains can work well for many cats and supports steady energy. It includes added taurine, omega-3 and -6 fats, and a probiotic, which are all nice extras for long-term feeding.

Nutritional profile 10.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
Adequacy substantiation 7.0
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 4 of 4 applicable checks. Missing data is skipped, never counted against a food.

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 Heart Care Immune Support Probiotic Support Digestive Health
Suitable For
Adult Kitten All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • High protein level at 37% from deboned chicken, chicken meal, turkey meal, and deboned turkey.
  • Formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for all life stages, so it can be used for both kittens and adults.
  • Includes salmon oil and flaxseed as sources of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids for skin and coat support.
  • Contains added taurine and a probiotic strain Bacillus coagulans, which can help support heart and digestive health.

Considerations

  • Contains chicken and turkey, so it is not a good choice for cats with poultry allergies or sensitivities.
  • Includes pea protein, which adds some plant-based protein and may not be ideal for cats needing strictly animal-based protein sources.
  • Grains like barley, millet, sorghum, and oats are nutritious but may not suit cats on a grain-free diet for specific medical reasons.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Turkey Meal, Barley, Millet, Sorghum, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid), Deboned Turkey, Oats, Pea Protein, Ground Miscanthus Grass, Natural Flavor, Whole Flaxseed, Salmon Oil, Dried Yeast, DL-Methionine, Dried Chicory Root, Taurine, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Choline Chloride, Zinc Proteinate, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Sulfate, Vitamin C (L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate), Iron Proteinate, Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Iron Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Manganese Proteinate, Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Mononitrate), Vitamin B5 (Calcium Pantothenate), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Manganous Oxide, Vitamin B7 (Biotin), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide, Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid), Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Rosemary Extract.

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
Deboned Chicken
Deboned chicken is a common primary animal protein in pet foods, providing highly digestible essential amino acids and nutrients such as B vitamins and iron that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health in both dogs and cats. It is generally palatable and relatively lean, but can be a common food allergen for some animals and its nutritional and fat content varies with inclusion of skin or fat—ensure proper sourcing and handling to reduce contamination risk and consult a veterinarian if you suspect a food sensitivity.
02
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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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
Barley
Barley is a cereal grain used in pet foods primarily as a digestible carbohydrate and source of dietary fiber (including soluble beta‑glucans), along with modest amounts of B vitamins and minerals. It can support healthy digestion, help moderate post‑meal blood sugar and aid weight management in dogs, but provides limited protein for obligate carnivores like cats, must be cooked/processed for good digestibility, and may be unsuitable for pets with grain sensitivities or calorie‑restricted diets.
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05
Millet
Millet is a small, gluten-free cereal grain used in pet foods primarily as a carbohydrate and fiber source that also contributes modest amounts of protein, B vitamins and minerals such as magnesium and phosphorus. It is generally well tolerated by dogs and may be used in some cat recipes, but because cats are obligate carnivores and millet is relatively high in carbohydrates and contains phytic acid (an anti‑nutrient), it is usually cooked/processed for better digestibility and should be part of a formula that meets species‑specific protein and taurine needs; pets with specific grain sensitivities may still react, so consult your veterinarian if concerned.
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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 (min)
37.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
15.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
4.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
10.00%
Low High
3643
kcal / Kg
437
kcal / Cup
Moderate
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Lifestage Kitten
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Kibble
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 All Life Stages
Substantiation Formulation
Nulo Prowess All-In-One Essentials Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages.

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 Prowess All-In-One Essentials Dry Cat Food.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Sep 2, 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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