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Rachael Ray Nutrish Indoor Complete

Manufacturer: Rachael Ray Nutrish

Rachael Ray Nutrish Rachael Ray Nutrish Indoor Complete Chicken, Lentils & Salmon
81.4Technical Score

The Rachael Ray Nutrish Indoor Complete (Rachael Ray Nutrish) earned a technical score of 81.4/100 (rated ⭐ High Standard) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (73 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (87 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for cats delivers 37.36% protein and 13.19% fat. The analysis is computed by algorithm, with no payment or interference from brands.

Is Rachael Ray Nutrish Indoor Complete good?

Yes, it is a good option. Rachael Ray Nutrish Indoor Complete is in the "High Standard" band of our review, with a technical score of 81.4/100. The score combines nutritional density (IDNM 73) and ingredient purity (IPFI 87), with 37.36% protein and 13.19% fat on a dry-matter basis. At 3520 kcal/kg, FEDIAF maintenance needs work out to 54–72 g per day for an adult cat weighing 4 kg (full table below).

Nutritional Analysis

IDNM (Nutrient Density)73 / 100
IPFI (Ingredient Purity)87 / 100
Final Score81.4

Dry-Matter Composition

Protein37.36%
Fat13.19%

Composition and Energy

Values as declared in the manufacturer guaranteed analysis (as-fed basis — as printed on the bag).

Nutritional composition of Rachael Ray Nutrish Indoor Complete (metabolizable energy when available in the dataset)
NutrientValue
Crude protein34 %
Crude fat12 %
Crude fiber8 %
Moisture9 %
Metabolizable energy3520 kcal/kg

How much to feed per day

Estimated daily serving (g/day) based on the metabolizable energy of this food (3520 kcal/kg) and the maintenance energy requirement (MER) of an adult cat per FEDIAF 2024, from the lowest value (low-activity dog; neutered or indoor cat) to the moderate one (moderately active dog; active cat). It is a starting point: adjust to your pet's body condition and your veterinarian's advice. The calculation ignores age, neutering (in dogs) and individual clinical conditions.

Recommended daily serving in grams per day of Rachael Ray Nutrish Indoor Complete by the weight of the cat
Weight of the catEnergy requirementRecommended serving
3 kg157–209 kcal/day44–59 g/day
4 kg190–253 kcal/day54–72 g/day
5 kg220–294 kcal/day63–84 g/day
6 kg249–332 kcal/day71–94 g/day

Formula: maintenance energy (kcal/day) = coefficient × weight(kg)^exponent. Dogs: coefficient 95 (low activity) to 110 (moderate activity), exponent 0.75 (FEDIAF 2024, Table VII-7, p. 55). Cats: coefficient 75 (neutered or indoor) to 100 (active), exponent 0.67 (FEDIAF 2024, Table VII-9, p. 57). Portion (g/day) = energy requirement ÷ (food kcal/kg ÷ 1000). Source: FEDIAF, Nutritional Guidelines for Complete and Complementary Pet Food for Cats and Dogs, July 2024.

Ingredients

  1. 1Chicken
  2. 2Chicken Meal
  3. 3Dried Peas
  4. 4Brewers Rice
  5. 5Corn Protein Concentrate
  6. 6Lentils
  7. 7Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols)
  8. 8Salmon
  9. 9Cranberries
  10. 10Pumpkin

What we like

  • ✓fresh meat first ingredient
  • ✓natural preservatives
  • ✓taurine declared
  • ✓fruits and vegetables
  • ✓rosemary extract
✓ Verified data

www.nutrish.com — guaranteed analysis, ingredient list, calorie content, and package sizes read 2026-09-03

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Frequently asked questions about Rachael Ray Nutrish Indoor Complete

What is the technical score of Rachael Ray Nutrish Indoor Complete?
Rachael Ray Nutrish Indoor Complete (Rachael Ray Nutrish) scores 81.4/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (73 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (87 points), by the formula (IDNM × 0.55) + (IPFI × 0.45). The analysis is 100% algorithmic, with no interference from brands.
How much protein does Rachael Ray Nutrish Indoor Complete have?
On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Rachael Ray Nutrish Indoor Complete has 37.36% protein and 13.19% fat. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for cats with different moisture levels.
Is Rachael Ray Nutrish Indoor Complete a good food for cats?
Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Rachael Ray Nutrish Indoor Complete is "High Standard" (score 81.4/100). Strengths: fresh meat first ingredient, natural preservatives, taurine declared. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your cat.

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