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Solid Gold Indigo Moon

Manufacturer: Solid Gold

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77.6Technical Score

The Solid Gold Indigo Moon (Solid Gold) earned a technical score of 77.6/100 (rated ⭐ High Standard) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (74 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (76 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for cats delivers 46.67% protein and 22.22% fat. The analysis is computed by algorithm, with no payment or interference from brands.

Is Solid Gold Indigo Moon good?

Yes, it is a good option. Solid Gold Indigo Moon is in the "High Standard" band of our review, with a technical score of 77.6/100. The score combines nutritional density (IDNM 74) and ingredient purity (IPFI 76), with 46.67% protein and 22.22% fat on a dry-matter basis. At 3860 kcal/kg, FEDIAF maintenance needs work out to 49–66 g per day for an adult cat weighing 4 kg (full table below).

Nutritional Analysis

IDNM (Nutrient Density)74 / 100
IPFI (Ingredient Purity)76 / 100
Final Score77.6

Dry-Matter Composition

Protein46.67%
Fat22.22%

Composition and Energy

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

Nutritional composition of Solid Gold Indigo Moon (metabolizable energy when available in the dataset)
NutrientValue
Crude protein42 %
Crude fat20 %
Crude fiber3 %
Moisture10 %
Metabolizable energy3860 kcal/kg

How much to feed per day

Estimated daily serving (g/day) based on the metabolizable energy of this food (3860 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 Solid Gold Indigo Moon by the weight of the cat
Weight of the catEnergy requirementRecommended serving
3 kg157–209 kcal/day41–54 g/day
4 kg190–253 kcal/day49–66 g/day
5 kg220–294 kcal/day57–76 g/day
6 kg249–332 kcal/day65–86 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 Meal
  2. 2Potatoes
  3. 3Canola Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols)
  4. 4Peas
  5. 5Chicken
  6. 6Dried Eggs
  7. 7Ocean Fish Meal
  8. 8Natural Flavors
  9. 9Choline Chloride
  10. 10Potassium Chloride

What we like

  • ✓natural preservatives
  • ✓taurine declared
  • ✓glucosamine and chondroitin
  • ✓probiotics
✓ Verified data

solidgoldpet.com — verified 2026-08-30

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Frequently asked questions about Solid Gold Indigo Moon

What is the technical score of Solid Gold Indigo Moon?
Solid Gold Indigo Moon (Solid Gold) scores 77.6/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (74 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (76 points), by the formula (IDNM × 0.55) + (IPFI × 0.45). The analysis is 100% algorithmic, with no interference from brands.
How much protein does Solid Gold Indigo Moon have?
On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Solid Gold Indigo Moon has 46.67% protein and 22.22% fat. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for cats with different moisture levels.
Is Solid Gold Indigo Moon a good food for cats?
Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Solid Gold Indigo Moon is "High Standard" (score 77.6/100). Strengths: natural preservatives, taurine declared, glucosamine and chondroitin. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your cat.

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