Top 10 Best Dry Cat Food Recipes

... August 16, 2025  
#1 | Winner
Open Farm
Open Farm
20% OFF
Open Farm Kitten Grain-Free Dry Cat Food
9.2
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  • Guaranteed Protein: 40.5%
  • Calories Per Ounce: 120
  • Calories Per Pound: 1919
  • Typical Cost Per Day: $0.77 per day

What We Liked:

  • First four ingredients are animal-based proteins
  • Contains salmon oil as an animal source of DHA
  • Made with humanely raised, ethically sourced ingredients
  • Free from artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives

What We Didn’t Like:

  • Contains over 20% dry matter carbohydrate
  • No dry food provides the moisture your kitten needs
#2
ACANA
ACANA
35% OFF
ACANA Meadowlands Chicken Turkey Fish & Cage-Free Eggs Grain-Free Dry Cat Food, 10-lb bag
9.2
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  • Guaranteed Protein: 36%
  • Calories Per Ounce: 109
  • Calories Per Pound: 1746
  • Typical Cost Per Day: $0.57 per day

What We Liked:

  • To our knowledge, ACANA has never had a product recall
  • Freeze-dried food retains the nutritional value of raw meat
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • Affordable

What We Didn’t Like:

  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Freeze dried cat food requires rehydration, which is time-consuming
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish
#3
Dr. Elsey's
Dr. Elsey's
35% OFF
Dr. Elsey's cleanprotein Chicken Kibble Cat Dry Food, 6.6-lb bag
9.1
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  • Guaranteed Protein: 59%
  • Calories Per Ounce: 114
  • Calories Per Pound: 1827
  • Typical Cost Per Day: $0.96 per day

What We Liked:

  • Low carbohydrate content
  • To our knowledge, Dr. Elsey's has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids

What We Didn’t Like:

  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish
#4
ORIJEN
ORIJEN
35% OFF
ORIJEN Fit & Trim Grain-Free Dry Cat Food, 12-lb bag
8.9
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  • Guaranteed Protein: 44%
  • Calories Per Ounce: 106
  • Calories Per Pound: 1700
  • Typical Cost Per Day: $0.76 per day

What We Liked:

  • Low carbohydrate content
  • To our knowledge, ORIJEN has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein

What We Didn’t Like:

  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish
#5
Instinct
Instinct
35% OFF
Instinct Ultimate Protein Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Grain-Free Dry Cat Food, 10-lb bag
8.8
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  • Guaranteed Protein: 47%
  • Calories Per Ounce: 126
  • Calories Per Pound: 2027
  • Typical Cost Per Day: $0.61 per day

What We Liked:

  • Rich in protein
  • Low carbohydrate content
  • To our knowledge, Instinct has never had a product recall
  • Freeze-dried food retains the nutritional value of raw meat
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains health promoting ground flaxseed for fiber
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives

What We Didn’t Like:

  • Low in moisture
  • Contains plant-based proteins
  • Freeze dried cat food requires rehydration, which is time-consuming
#6
Go! Solutions
Go! Solutions
35% OFF
Go! Solutions Carnivore Grain-Free Chicken, Turkey + Duck Recipe Dry Cat Food, 16-lb bag
8.7
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  • Guaranteed Protein: 46%
  • Calories Per Ounce: 121
  • Calories Per Pound: 1949
  • Typical Cost Per Day: $0.51 per day

What We Liked:

  • Low carbohydrate content
  • To our knowledge, Go! has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids

What We Didn’t Like:

  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish
#7
Wysong
Wysong
35% OFF
Wysong Optimal Vitality Dry Cat Food, 5-lb bag
8.5
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  • Guaranteed Protein: 50%
  • Calories Per Ounce: 107
  • Calories Per Pound: 1720
  • Typical Cost Per Day: $0.55 per day

What We Liked:

  • Low carbohydrate content
  • To our knowledge, Wysong has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids

What We Didn’t Like:

  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish
#8
Tiki Cat
Tiki Cat
35% OFF
Tiki Cat Born Carnivore High Protein Deboned Chicken & Egg Dry Cat Food, 11.1-lb bag
8.5
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  • Guaranteed Protein: 43%
  • Calories Per Ounce: 107
  • Calories Per Pound: 1721
  • Typical Cost Per Day: $0.53 per day

What We Liked:

  • Low carbohydrate content
  • To our knowledge, Tiki Cat has never had a product recall
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids

What We Didn’t Like:

  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish
#9 | Best Budget
Nulo
Nulo
35% OFF
Nulo Freestyle Chicken & Cod Recipe Grain-Free Dry Cat & Kitten Food, 14-lb bag
8.4
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  • Guaranteed Protein: 40%
  • Calories Per Ounce: 109
  • Calories Per Pound: 1754
  • Typical Cost Per Day: $0.42 per day

What We Liked:

  • Low carbohydrate content
  • To our knowledge, Nulo has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Contains health promoting ground flaxseed for fiber
  • Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein

What We Didn’t Like:

  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish
#10
Crave
Crave
35% OFF
Crave with Protein from Salmon & Ocean Fish Adult Grain-Free Dry Cat Food, 10-lb bag
8.3
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  • Guaranteed Protein: 40%
  • Calories Per Ounce: 107
  • Calories Per Pound: 1716
  • Typical Cost Per Day: $0.44 per day

What We Liked:

  • Low carbohydrate content
  • To our knowledge, Crave has never had a product recall
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein

What We Didn’t Like:

  • Low in moisture
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Some cats may be allergic to fish
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