Cat Food Ingredients
We know that ingredients make the difference when it comes to feeding your cat. That’s why we carefully select ingredients in our cat foods for their nutritional benefits and delicious flavor. Learn more about the ingredients we use and the health and wellness benefits they can provide to your cat.
Proteins
Protein plays an important role helping cats thrive, supporting strong muscles, everyday energy, and overall well-being. That’s why we thoughtfully select high-quality protein ingredients that provide the essential nutrition cats need while delivering the delicious taste they love.
Chicken
Chicken is a good source of protein in many Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food 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
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Indoor Complete Chicken, Lentils & Salmon Recipe Dry Cat Food
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Real Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Cat Food
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Senior Healthy Aging Chicken, Chickpea & Salmon Recipe Dry Cat Food
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Everyday Digestion Chicken, Brown Rice and Salmon Recipe with Peas and Carrots Dry Cat Food
- Rachael Ray® Nutrish™ Grain Free Chicken Purrcata Wet Cat Food
Chicken Meal
In some Rachael Ray Nutrish cat foods, chicken meal is included in part because it has 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 in some Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food 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
Fish Meal
Used in some Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food, 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 in some Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that provides essential amino acids.
Benefits
- A concentrated source of high-quality fish protein
Lentils
Lentils are naturally rich in fiber and protein and low in fat and used in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food to help to support healthy muscles and a healthy metabolism.
Benefits
- Naturally rich in fiber
- Low in fat
Menhaden Fish Meal
Menhaden Fish Meal is a naturally rich source of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, which is used in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food to 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 in many Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that is a source of protein 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
Salmon
Salmon is a good source of protein used in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food to help support healthy organs and maintain lean muscle mass.
Benefits
- Source of high-quality protein
- Helps support healthy organs and lean muscle mass
Salmon Meal
Salmon Meal is a naturally rich source of essential amino acids and omega-3 fatty acids, which is used in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food to 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 animo & fatty acids to help support healthy skin, coat and immune system
Tuna
Used in some Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food, tuna is a tasty fish-favorite with protein to help support healthy muscles and Omega-3 fatty acids to help support cognitive health.
Benefits
- A high-quality fish protein
Carbs
From grains to vegetables, thoughtfully selected carbohydrate ingredients help round out a complete and balanced diet for cats. These nourishing ingredients provide energy and important nutrients that support everyday vitality and well-being.
Brewer’s Rice
Brewer’s Rice is a highly digestible carbohydrate in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps provide energy for your pet.
Benefits
- Good source of carbohydrates
- Easily digestible
Brown Rice
Brown Rice is a highly digestible carbohydrate in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that is a source of dietary 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
- Contains vitamins B
Chickpeas
Chickpeas are a good source of carbohydrates and are rich in dietary fiber, which is why they’re used in some Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food. 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
Malted Barley Flour
Malted Barley Flour is a carbohydrate that is used in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food which supports healthy digestion.
Pea Flour
Pea Flour is a digestible carbohydrate that is used in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food to provide a source of energy and support healthy digestion.
Dried Peas
Used in many Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food, 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.
Rice
Rice is a natural source of carbohydrates in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products that provide energy in cats.
Tapioca Starch
Tapioca Starch is a source of carbohydrates in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps provide energy to your pet and is easy to digest.
Amino Acids
Cats rely on amnio acids from their food to help support healthy muscles, energy, and everyday vitality. Our recipes feature quality ingredients that naturally provide these essential nutrients, helping nourish a fuller, healthier life.
DL-Methionine
DL-Methionine is an essential amino acid in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps support a healthy skin, coat and muscles.
L-Tryptophan
L-Tryptophan is an essential amino acid in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps support healthy weight and metabolism.
Taurine
Taurine is an amino acid added to Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food to help support your pet’s heart health and overall well-being.
Vitamins
A balanced diet starts with ingredients that do more than satisfy hunger. Our recipes include vitamin-rich ingredients that help provide the nutrients cats need to support a healthy body, active lifestyle, and fuller life every day.
Biotin
Biotin is an essential vitamin in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps support your pet’s skin and coat, as well as healthy metabolism.
Choline Chloride
Choline Chloride is a vitamin in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food. An essential nutrient, it acts as an integral part of the cellular membrane structure. Choline is also important for the nervous system signaling, and Fat transport in the liver.
D-Calcium Pantothenate
D-Calcium Pantothenate is an essential B vitamin in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps support your pet’s metabolism.
Folic Acid
Folic Acid is a vitamin in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food. Folic acid is an essential vitamin, important for DNA synthesis.
L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source of Vitamin C)
L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate is a source of Vitamin C in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps support your pet’s immune health and healthy organs.
Menadione Sodium Bisulfate Complex
Menadione Sodium Bisulfate Complex is a source of Vitamin K used in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products. Vitamin K is a conditionally essential vitamin and is added to cat food with high fish inclusion.
Niacin
Niacin is an essential vitamin in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps support energy metabolism.
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Source of Vitamin B6)
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Source of Vitamin B6) is an essential vitamin in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food. This essential vitamin is important in several systems within the body, including nervous and immune system.
Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2)
Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2) is an essential vitamin in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products that helps support healthy skin.
Thiamine Mononitrate
Thiamine Mononitrate, also known as Vitamin B1, is a vitamin in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps support your cat’s overall health.
Vitamin A Supplement
Vitamin A Supplement is an essential vitamin in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps support healthy vision.
Vitamin B12 Supplement
Vitamin B12 Supplement is an essential vitamin in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food and plays an important role in the process of red blood cell production.
Vitamin D3 Supplement
Vitamin D3 Supplement is an essential vitamin in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that supports in the metabolism of calcium and phosphorous.
Vitamin E Supplement
Vitamin E Supplement is an essential vitamin in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food with antioxidant properties.
Fats
Chicken Fat
Chicken fat is a rich source of Omega-6 fatty acids in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps maintain a shiny 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
Fish Oil
Fish oil is a source of DHA & EPA (omega-3 fatty acids) in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food to help support a healthy brain, skin and coat.
Flaxseed
Flaxseed is a naturally rich source of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food to help support a healthy skin and coat.
Palatants
Chicken Broth
Chicken Broth is the broth that remains after cooking chicken, adding the chicken flavor that your cat craves to Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food.
Coconut Milk
Coconut milk adds a delicious taste to Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food to enhance the taste of your pet’s food, while also providing natural vitamins and minerals to support your cat’s overall health.
Cranberries
Cranberries are an antioxidant-rich fruit added to provide taste and variety to Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food.
Fish Broth
Fish Broth is the nutrient-rich broth that remains after cooking fish, adding the fish flavor that your pet craves to Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food.
Green Tea Extract
Green Tea Extract is an antioxidant that provides flavor and vitamins A, C and K to Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food.
Lactic Acid
Lactic Acid helps enhance the flavor of Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food.
Paprika Powder
Paprika Extract enhances the taste of Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food.
Rosemary Extract
Rosemary Extract enhances the taste of Rachael Ray Nutrish dry cat food.
Benefits
- Enhances the taste of your cat’s treats
Minerals
Minerals are essential nutrients that help support many important functions in your cat’s body, from healthy bones and teeth to overall wellness. We carefully select ingredients that provide key minerals to help support your cat’s health and vitality every day.
Calcium Carbonate
Calcium Carbonate is a source of calcium in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps your pet maintain strong bones and teeth.
Calcium Iodate
Calcium Iodate is a source of Iodine in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food which helps support your pet’s overall health.
Copper Proteinate
Copper Proteinate is an organic mineral in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that is a source of copper which helps support healthy skin.
Copper Sulfate
Copper Sulfate is a source of copper in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps support healthy skin.
Dicalcium Phosphate
Dicalcium Phosphate is a source of calcium and phosphorous which are essential nutrients in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that help support healthy bones and teeth.
Ferrous Sulfate
A source of iron in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps support your pet’s overall health.
Iron Proteinate
Iron Proteinate is a high quality, essential iron source in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps support your pet’s overall health.
Iron Sulfate
Iron Sulfate is part of an essential blend of vitamins and minerals in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps support your pet’s overall health.
Manganese Proteinate
Manganese Proteinate is an essential mineral in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food to help support strong bones.
Manganese Sulfate
Manganese Sulfate is an essential mineral in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food. Manganese is an essential mineral that plays an important role in reproduction and bone health.
Potassium Chloride
Potassium Chloride is a source of potassium in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food. Potassium is an essential mineral important for muscle contraction and transmission of nerve impulses.
Salt
Salt is a source of sodium and chloride in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food which are essential minerals that support a healthy immune system.
Sodium Selenite
Sodium Selenite is a source of selenium in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that helps support overall health.
Zinc Proteinate
Zinc is an essential mineral, Zinc proteinate is a source of zinc. This helps support your pet’s skin and coat health.
Zinc Sulfate
Zinc Sulfate is an essential mineral in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products that helps support your pet’s skin and coat health.
Fiber
Fiber supports healthy digestion and overall wellness. Working alongside other essential nutrients, fiber helps contribute to balanced nutrition, every day comfort, and the nourishment cats need.
Blueberries
Blueberries are a flavorful fruit added to Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products to provide taste and variety to your pet’s food.
Carrots
Carrots are sources of fiber in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products which help support healthy digestion, skin, coat and vision.
Dried Plain Beet Pulp
Dried Plain Beet Pulp is a wholesome fiber source in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products which helps support healthy digestion.
Green Beans
Green Beans are tasty vegetables in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products that provide fiber which helps your pet maintain digestive health and are a good source of calcium.
Powdered Cellulose
Powdered Cellulose is a natural dietary fiber source in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products that helps support healthy digestion.
Pumpkin (Dried)
Dried pumpkin is used in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products because it is fiber-rich, supporting healthy digestion.
Spinach
Spinach is a fiber-rich vegetable in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products containing vitamins, minerals, essential nutrients and antioxidants.
Tomatoes
Tomatoes are an excellent source of dietary fiber in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products that helps support healthy digestion.
More Ingredients That Matter
Nutrition is about how ingredients work together. These carefully selected list of ingredients help support the quality, taste and overall experience of every meal while contributing to a recipe designed to nourish a healthy body, active mind and balanced energy.
Annatto (color)
Annatto is a naturally derived color source in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products to enhance the appearance of the food.
Citric Acid (a preservative)
Citric Acid is an antioxidant that helps maintain taste, appearance, and nutritional benefits of Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food.
Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product
Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product is a probiotic in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food which helps support a healthy digestive tract.
Guar Gum
Guar Gum is a plant-based ingredient in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food that creates an appealing texture for your pet.
Mixed Tocopherols
Mixed Tocopherols are antioxidants that help maintain taste, appearance, and nutritional benefits of Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products.
Probiotics
Probiotics are microorganisms in selected Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products to help support healthy digestion.
Xanthan Gum
Xanthan Gum is added to thicken sauces and gravies in Rachael Ray Nutrish cat food products for a more desirable texture for your pet.