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Best raw food for cats (A and B grades)
5 raw food products for cats graded A to E by PetFoodRate. Here is the top 5 according to our methodology: protein quality, nutritional value, absence of undesirables, transparency, and adaptability.
In short
PetFoodRate grades 5 raw food for cats from A to E; 4 earn an A or B grade. The top pick is ZIWI Peak Air-Dried Mackerel Lamb Cat at 86/100 (grade A), against a category average of 76/100. Independent scoring, no sponsored brands.
Top 5 raw food for cats, ranked
Method: the PetFoodRate Score. Ranking updated July 21, 2026.
| # | Product | Grade | Score | Protein | Price/kg | Offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZIWI Peak Air-Dried Mackerel Lamb Cat | A | 86/100 | 40% | 38.00€ | |
| 2 | Stella Chewy Freeze Dried Chicken Cat | B | 76/100 | 45% | 30.00€ | |
| 3 | ZIWI Peak Air-Dried Beef Cat | B | 75/100 | 38% | 35.00€ | |
| 4 | ZIWI Peak Air-Dried Chicken Cat | B | 75/100 | 38% | 35.00€ | |
| 5 | Natures Menu Country Hunter Rabbit Cat | C | 66/100 | 12% | 12.00€ |
How we grade these products
The PetFoodRate Score gives each product an A to E grade based on five sub-scores: protein quality, nutritional value, absence of undesirable ingredients, label transparency, and species adaptability. The final grade combines these sub-scores with a weighting calibrated per species and product type. No commercial partnerships, no sponsored brands.
Nutrient thresholds reference the FEDIAF nutritional guidelines for cats and dogs.
Read the full methodologyFrequently asked questions
What is the best-rated raw food for cats in 2026?
The top-rated product by PetFoodRate is ZIWI Peak Air-Dried Mackerel Lamb Cat, with a score of 86/100 (grade A). It leads a ranking of 5 raw food graded on protein quality, nutrition, undesirables, transparency, and species fit.
How many raw food are graded A or B for cats?
Out of 5 raw food for cats in our database, 1 earn an A grade and 3 earn a B grade. Only A and B foods make our recommended list.
How is this ranking decided?
Each food earns an A to E grade computed from five sub-scores: protein quality, nutritional value, absence of undesirables, label transparency, and species adaptability. The weighting is calibrated per species and product type. See our methodology page for full details.
Is this ranking sponsored or affiliate-influenced?
No. Rankings are derived purely from the ingredient and composition data we collect. We earn affiliate revenue only when a reader buys via a retailer link, which has zero impact on the grade a product receives.