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Instinct Frozen Raw Bites Grain-Free Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Cat Food, 1.25 lbs.

Instinct Frozen Raw Bites Grain-Free Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Cat Food, 1.25 lbs.

$9.99
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Description

Real food is raw. Each Instinct Raw recipe is protein packed with 93% meat and organs and 7% non-GMO fruits, vegetables; vitamins & minerals. We use whole-food ingredients like cage-free chicken and never include grain, corn, wheat, soy, artificial colors or preservatives. We believe in the power of raw nutrition because we know the good it can do. Unlock your cat's potential to thrive with Instinct Raw.

  • - Real food is raw - minimally processed, never cooked, pure real nutrition
  • - Protein-packed with 93% chicken, organs & bone, 7% vegetables & fruits; vitamins & minerals
  • - Whole-food ingredients like cage-free chicken and non-GMO fruits & vegetables; never artificial colors, flavors or preservatives
  • - Raw, whole-food ingredients are frozen at their peak to preserve their nutritional integrity and cold-pressured for safe raw food
  • - Benefits you can see: lean muscles, strong bones, skin, coat, digestive & immune health, clear eyes, overall energy levels
  • - Made in the USA with the finest ingredients from around the world

Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.

Specifications

SKU2874756
LifestageAdult
Primary FlavorChicken
Primary BrandInstinct
Days to ShipShips Next Business Day
Weight1.25 LBS
Grain FreeYes
Food FormRaw
Primary FlavorChicken
LifestageAdult

Chicken (including Ground Chicken Bone), Chicken Liver, Chicken Heart, Montmorillonite Clay, Ground Flaxseed, Salmon Oil, Carrots, Apples, Butternut Squash, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Potassium Chloride, Tricalcium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Yeast Culture, Salt, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), DL-Methionine, Mixed Tocopherols (for freshness), Blueberries, Spinach, Rosemary Extract.

Crude Protein (min): 12.0%, Crude Fat (min): 9.0%, Crude Fiber (max): 3.0%, Moisture (max): 70.0%, Taurine (min): 0.12%.

All Instinct products are 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed. If you or your pet are not completely satisfied with this or any Instinct product, simply return the unused portion, along with the original sales receipt, to the retailer for a complete refund or replacement. Contact Us: 1-888-519-7387.

Daily Feeding Guidelines (cups per day): Adult Maintenance: 5 lb: 3/4 cup; 10 lb: 1 cup; 15 lb +: 1 1/4 cups; Weight Loss: 5 lb: 1/2 cup; 10 lb: 3/4 cup; 15 lb +: 1 cup.

Description

Real food is raw. Each Instinct Raw recipe is protein packed with 93% meat and organs and 7% non-GMO fruits, vegetables; vitamins & minerals. We use whole-food ingredients like cage-free chicken and never include grain, corn, wheat, soy, artificial colors or preservatives. We believe in the power of raw nutrition because we know the good it can do. Unlock your cat's potential to thrive with Instinct Raw.

  • - Real food is raw - minimally processed, never cooked, pure real nutrition
  • - Protein-packed with 93% chicken, organs & bone, 7% vegetables & fruits; vitamins & minerals
  • - Whole-food ingredients like cage-free chicken and non-GMO fruits & vegetables; never artificial colors, flavors or preservatives
  • - Raw, whole-food ingredients are frozen at their peak to preserve their nutritional integrity and cold-pressured for safe raw food
  • - Benefits you can see: lean muscles, strong bones, skin, coat, digestive & immune health, clear eyes, overall energy levels
  • - Made in the USA with the finest ingredients from around the world

Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.

Specifications

SKU2874756
LifestageAdult
Primary FlavorChicken
Primary BrandInstinct
Days to ShipShips Next Business Day
Weight1.25 LBS

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35 out of 42 (83%) reviewers recommend this product

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Customers say

Customers overwhelmingly praise this raw food for appealing to selective eaters, with most reporting improved digestion, coat quality, and renewed energy in their cats. Many describe picky or senior cats eagerly consuming it after refusing other foods, with several noting clearer coats and reduced urinary issues. The meat-focused ingredient list builds strong trust. However, some customers report their cats refuse it entirely, and a few mention concerns about price or ingredient changes. Despite these drawbacks, most consider it highly effective for improving feline health and appetite.

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Instinct Raw cat food

Crystal Rae

4 years ago

Please note this is the frozen raw food. I had gotten this confused with the DRY...

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It must not taste great

Pickycats6

4 years ago

I bought this because my cat is vastly overweight, and a higher protein diet sou...

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7 Ratings-Only Reviews

My cat loves it sometimes, not consistent in color

Nadeya98

1 year ago
So my cat has been eating this for a few years now. But everytime I buy this (Petco/chewy) the color of the frozen bites are different. One package will look pale khaki color and another pack will look brown/red. Does my cat notice. Yes she does. She will not touch the one that looks odd. So I have to buy another bag hoping it’s the correct color for her to eat it. I know the color difference means the taste is different also. I can smell the difference too. So their bites are not consistent. I don’t know why it shouldn’t be the same. All our food is content and tastes the same when we buy it. Why shouldn’t our pet food be consistent in taste and color. The amount of times this has happened is more than I can count. And now I can’t even find them in any stores. She would also eat the chicken can and that was inconsistent in color as well. And that also can’t be found anywhere. In fact, my cat got sick with it. And so did my other cat. I knew it was the can because it looked different.

Originally posted on instinctpetfood.com

Response from instinctpetfood.com:
1 year ago
CS
Thank you for sharing. We apologize for your recent experience with our food! Feedback like yours is very important to us. Please keep an eye out for an email from us so we can learn a bit more about your situation and help make things right.

Good quality cat food

Undi

2 years ago
I buy this often for my cat and she really likes it

No, I do not recommend this product.

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Great food

charlee1

2 years ago
I use this Instinct food and my car likes it very much.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Not great

Bronx kiitty

2 years ago
My cat didn't like it, and he's usually not picky. It could be all the vegetable that are added. I switched to 'Small batch' brand and he loves it, and it's more meat less filler.

No, I do not recommend this product.

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Great choice!

Juney3

2 years ago
My cat likes it very much. I feel it’s a healthy food for her.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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It is good for my dog and she enjoys it.

Mia chow chow

2 years ago
My dog love this food I purchased last month. I will be purchasing this product again this month.

No, I do not recommend this product.

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Highest quality cat food money can buy!

Kamimm

2 years ago
I have an extremely picky cat with it comes to taste and texture and this food is her all time favorite. The bites are the perfect size and firmness for a smaller cat who refuses to eat anything too big or too hard. The ingredients are high quality and makes me feel confident in my cat's health. Overall exceptional product that I recommend to every single person who wants a high quality cat food.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Cat LOVES This

sgarnica

2 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I don't know why, but my cat goes crazy for this. I crumble it up and mix it into any foods she's not so sure about and then she will immediately clean her dish. I've never seen her get so excited for any other freeze dried raw foods! I didn't actually purchase my first bag myself, it was donated to my workplace already opened and only about 1/3 full, but I'd say that I would definitely buy a 25 oz bag because my cat is seriously a huge fan. She is so picky but I guess she knows quality when she tastes it!

Originally posted on instinctpetfood.com

Response from instinctpetfood.com:
2 years ago
CS
That’s so wonderful to hear! It makes us so happy to hear about our food making such a positive difference. Thanks for choosing Instinct for your cat!
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Questions

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Should we be concerned about bacteria with this frozen raw cat food? How do you ensure this? Thank you~

  1. Yes! I was feeding this to my cats, one day one of them didn't finish all her food so I put it in the fridge and fed it to her later. She got diarrhea and I had to take her to the vet, get a stool test done and give her expensive probiotics. $300 later I'd say this food is not worth the risk!



Hello! How many ounces in the bag? I don't how much it weighs.  It's frustrating to ask or have to spent too much time looking. The amount should be on the front of the bag . Thank you!

  1. 1.25lbs (20oz)



How long can unopened bags be stored in a standard kitchen freezer without the cat food getting freezer burned?

  1. I happened to have one stored in freezer for a month, still no freeze burned LOL



How many cups are in a bag?

  1. I feed my 10 pound cat 3/4 cups per day, split into 2 servings. One bag (1.25 lb.) last about 7 days. So I estimate that each bag contains about 5.25 cups of frozen cat kibble.



Will this food be available for delivery?

  1. Hello! We'd recommend reaching out to your local Petco in regards to delivery. Thanks!



Why does this contain apples, carrots and sweet potatoes? Cats can't really get the nutritional value out of vegetables.

  1. Hi There! Cats may be different than dogs because they are much closer genetically to their wild cousins. Just the same, wild cats have been documented to eat grasses and berries, so this is also normal behavior for wild cats. It is thought to be a self-medicating behavior to help expel parasites or keep the gastrointestinal tract healthy, but we also believe that cats can benefit from the healthful compounds contained in fruits and veggies. Thanks!



Why is there potassium chloride in the food?

  1. Hi There! Potassium and chloride are essential nutrients. Potassium chloride is a compound that closely resembles and tastes like table salt. It supplies the correct ratio of potassium and chloride, two elements that are critical to cell membrane function and permeability. Thanks!



Can I add a little warm water to this Product?  Raw frozen chicken bites. 

  1. You don’t need to add water to the Raw recipes. However, if this is the way your pet prefers, you are more than welcome to.



Can this be fed as a meal?

  1. HI there, thank you for your question! The Instinct Raw Frozen Bites are complete and balanced so you can definitely feed them as a meal!



Is this the raw instinct bites for cats? That are normally stored in a freezer? Thank you!

  1. Hi Melissa Lorraine, Yes, this product should be kept frozen until your pet's mealtime. Thanks.