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Nulo Cat Food Review

Company HQ

Austin, Texas

Parent company

Nulo Pet Food

Sourcing and Manufacturing

United States

, Thailand

Type of food

Wet Cat Food, Dry Cat Food, Freeze-Dried Cat Food, Dry Senior Cat Food

Ratings

72%

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 79%

? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 77%

? We scan the FDA’s database and rate each brand by the number of recalls in its history. Brands with fewer recalls receive higher ratings. Recall History 100%

? By comparing the prices of foods in our database, we determine if a food is above or below market average price. Lower-priced foods receive higher ratings. Price 54%

? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 70%

? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 50%

Where to Buy

51 recipes available View

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Pros

High protein content
To our knowledge, Nulo has never had a product recall
Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives

Cons

Some recipes contain plant-based protein
Price is above market average

Brand Overview

Nulo is a low-carbohydrate, low glycemic index line of pet foods for dogs and cats. Animal based proteins are main ingredients in all recipes. Nulo offers a wide array of foods for dogs and cats of all life stages, with options including wet food, dry food, treats, grain-free diets, limited ingredient options, and freeze-dried raw food.

How Much Does Nulo Cat Food Cost

We’ve compared Nulo cat food price to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.

Wet Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per oz	$0.50	$0.51	-2%
Price per 100 kcal	$1.82	$2.10	-13%
Price per day	$1.09	$1.26	-13%

Nulo Wet Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Dry Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per lb	$4.73	$4.27	+11%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.28	$0.26	+8%
Price per day	$0.17	$0.16	+6%

Nulo Dry Cat Food is priced above the average market price for cat food.

Freeze-Dried Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per oz	$3.54	$2.92	+21%
Price per 100 kcal	$2.56	$2.29	+12%
Price per day	$1.54	$1.37	+12%

Nulo Freeze-Dried Cat Food is priced above the average market price for cat food.

Dry Senior Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
Price per lb	$4.66	$4.47	+4%
Price per 100 kcal	$0.30	$0.36	-18%
Price per day	$0.18	$0.22	-18%

Nulo Dry Senior Cat Food is priced below the average market price for cat food.

Nulo Nutrient Profile Comparison

We’ve compared Nulo cat food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.

Wet Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	53.34%	52.92%	+1%
DM Fat	23.25%	17.74%	+31%
DM Fiber	4.60%	6.38%	-28%
DM Carb	18.81%	13.98%	+35%

Dry Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	45.33%	38.82%	+17%
DM Fat	17.55%	16.74%	+5%
DM Fiber	5.11%	5.11%	0%
DM Carb	32.00%	38.00%	-16%

Freeze-Dried Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	46.32%	48.50%	-4%
DM Fat	31.58%	26.84%	+18%
DM Fiber	2.11%	4.67%	-55%
DM Carb	20.00%	19.42%	+3%

Dry Senior Cat Food

	Brand Avg	Market Avg	% From the Avg
DM Protein	42.22%	35.40%	+19%
DM Fat	15.56%	15.92%	-2%
DM Fiber	6.67%	6.55%	+2%
DM Carb	35.56%	40.66%	-13%

All of Nulo cat food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all cat food recalls related to Nulo Cat Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Nulo has never been recalled.

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Cost per day $0.16

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Cost per day $0.17

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Nulo Freestyle Salmon & Lentils Recipe Grain-Free Adult Trim Dry Cat Food

Cost per day $0.19

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Cost per day $0.18

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Cost per day $0.17

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Cost per day $0.17

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Nulo FreeStyle Chicken & Salmon Recipe Freeze-Dried Raw Cat Food

Cost per day $1.66

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FAQ

Who owns Nulo cat food?

Nulo is owned by Nulo Pet Food.

Where is Nulo cat food made?

Nulo is manufactured in the United States , Thailand .

Is Nulo AAFCO approved?

Yes, all of Nulo recipes are AAFCO approved.

Has Nulo cat food been recalled?

No Nulo has never been recalled.

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