Become a credit card member today!Instinct Ultimate Protein Grain-Free Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Freeze-Dried Raw Coated Dry Cat Food, 10 lbs.
Description
Based on our belief that raw is the purest form of nutrition, we challenged ourselves to craft a kibble that most closely mirrors the benefits of our raw diets - a kibble with the highest levels of protein from real meat* and unmatched digestibility* for optimal nutrient absorption. The result, Instinct Ultimate Protein Grain-Free Cage-Free Chicken Recipe. (*compared to other premium natural cat food brands).
- - 95% of protein from real chicken. Up to 3X more real chicken.* Absolutely no animal meal
- - Unmatched digestibility* for optimal nutrient absorption (*compared to other premium natural cat food brands)
- - Guaranteed levels of live, natural probiotics, natural Omegas and antioxidants for digestive health, healthy skin & coat, and immune health
- - The only kibble with the pure, real nutrition of raw on every piece
- - Made without - grain, potato, corn, wheat, soy, by-product meal, artificial colors or preservatives
- - 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
| SKU | 3018011 |
|---|---|
| Lifestage | Adult |
| Primary Flavor | Chicken |
| Primary Brand | Instinct |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
| Weight | 10 LBS |
| Grain Free | Yes |
|---|---|
| Food Form | Dry |
| Primary Flavor | Chicken |
| Lifestage | Adult |
Chicken, Tapioca, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols and Citric Acid), Ground Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Dried Tomato Pomace, Dried Whey Protein Concentrate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin), Montmorillonite Clay, Choline Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Ethylenediamine Dihydriodide), Taurine, Freeze Dried Chicken, Freeze Dried Chicken Liver, Pumpkinseeds, Freeze Dried Chicken Heart, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract.
Crude Protein (min): 47.0%, Crude Fat (min): 17.0%, Crude Fiber (max): 3.0%, Moisture (max): 10.0%, Vitamin E (min): 100 IU/kg, Taurine (min): 0.15%, *Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) (min): 85 mg/kg, *Omega 3 Fatty Acids (min): 0.35%, *Omega 6 Fatty Acids (min): 2.5%, *Bacillus coagulans (min): 60,000,000 CFU/lb. *Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles.
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.
Ideal feeding amounts will vary by age, weight, and activity level so the guide below should be used as an initial recommendation. Divide the cups per day by the number of feedings per day. Be sure to always provide clean, fresh water. Along with dry food, we recommend feeding raw or wet food to help increase the amount of water in your pet's diet. Daily Feeding Guidelines (standard 8 oz dry measure cup): Adult Maintenance (cups per day): 5-15 lb: 1/2 - 1 cup; 16-25 lb: 1 - 1 1/2 cups; 26-50 lb: 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 cups; 51-75 lb: 2 1/2 - 3 1/4 cups; 76-100 lb: 3 1/4 - 4 cups Weight Loss (cups per day): 5-15 lb: 1/4 - 1/2 cup; 16-25 lb: 1/2 - 3/4 cup; 26-50 lb: 3/4 - 1 1/2 cups; 51-75 lb: 1 1/2 - 2 cups; 76-100 lb: 2 - 2 1/2 cups. Transitioning to Instinct: Always introduce a new food over a period of 5 to 7 days, mixing increasing amounts of Instinct with the current food each day.
Description
Based on our belief that raw is the purest form of nutrition, we challenged ourselves to craft a kibble that most closely mirrors the benefits of our raw diets - a kibble with the highest levels of protein from real meat* and unmatched digestibility* for optimal nutrient absorption. The result, Instinct Ultimate Protein Grain-Free Cage-Free Chicken Recipe. (*compared to other premium natural cat food brands).
- - 95% of protein from real chicken. Up to 3X more real chicken.* Absolutely no animal meal
- - Unmatched digestibility* for optimal nutrient absorption (*compared to other premium natural cat food brands)
- - Guaranteed levels of live, natural probiotics, natural Omegas and antioxidants for digestive health, healthy skin & coat, and immune health
- - The only kibble with the pure, real nutrition of raw on every piece
- - Made without - grain, potato, corn, wheat, soy, by-product meal, artificial colors or preservatives
- - 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
| SKU | 3018011 |
|---|---|
| Lifestage | Adult |
| Primary Flavor | Chicken |
| Primary Brand | Instinct |
| Days to Ship | Ships Next Business Day |
| Weight | 10 LBS |
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Customers overwhelmingly praise this food for exceptional palatability and high protein content. Most note their pickiest cats eagerly consume it—often the only dry food they'll accept, especially those with sensitivities, allergies, or digestive issues. Reviewers consistently highlight the high protein formula, clean ingredients, and absence of pea protein as key benefits. Many report improvements in energy, coat shine, and digestion, with several noting better stool quality. A few mention disappointment with a recent formula change, but this is vastly outweighed by strong customer satisfaction and loyalty.
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My cats love it
dguay
9 years ago
My cats love this product. My only complaint is that they switched the bag size ...
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Quality ingredients, terrible packaging.
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5 years ago
Nature's Variety has a serious packaging problem. Their 10 lbs bag is not vacuum...
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Wonderful ingredients, perfect for sensitive tummi
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Questions
Why was the size and shape of the kibble changed?
- Hello! The kibble size can vary from batch to batch, and even within the same batch. The operators are constantly needing to adjust the machinery to try and keep a consistent size during a production run. We try our best to maintain a consistent size, however, if the kibble falls within the allowed range, it will still be acceptable. Sometimes it may fall on the large end or the small end of the spectrum. Our target size for the cat kibble is .25cm in diameter. The target shape is a flat disc. If you ever have any concerns, please reach out to cservice@instinctpetfood.com.
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How much Vitamin A is in this product? I see it listed in the Ingredients but not in the Guaranteed Analysis... Why is it missing from the label?
- Hi there! There is 56529.67 IU/kg on a Dry Matter Basis in this food.
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Why is the Instinct Ultimate Protein Grain-Free Cage-Free Chicken Recipe Freeze-Dried Raw Coated Dry Cat Food not available?
- Our Ultimate Protein cat kibble has not been discontinued, but we are temporarily out of stock. Unfortunately, like many companies, we are experiencing supply challenges that have impacted our kitchens’ ability to make enough of our recipes. We apologize to all pet parents who rely on this food! We know how important it is to find the right food for your pet and how frustrating it is to not be able to find it. We’re doing all we can to get our supply levels back to normal.
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This is a really good food for ferrets so if someone is looking at this and has a ferret could you maybe answer this question? So, can the majority of the ferrets meal be this product and the rest the wysong Epigen 90? Like 80% cat food 20% wysong?
- I actually use 3 different kibbles for our ferret in equal portions . The Epigen 90 digestive support/ Instinct Ultimate Protein/ Select Chicken Formula (Marshalls) . I find Lewis digest this combination well and between the three, most nutritional needs are covered. I also get "Pickle Juice For Ferrets" , this has all the omega ! Hope this helps !
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Why the packaging for Instinct Ultimate Protein chicken (10 LBS) is not vacuum sealed and air tight? When I squeeze the bag I can even smell the flavor of chicken in the air.
- I just received a bag yesterday. Mine is sealed and when I squeeze it, no air escapes and I can not smell any chicken or food smell. Something might be faulty with the seal on your bag. I would return it.
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How many carbs does this food have for a 9lb cat?
- zero
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How much carbs does this food have ?
- I do not see the carbohydrate amount listed anywhere on the bag. You might want to check the Instinct website.
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If this product is "Cage Free Chicken"... then why does it say up above, in the description, "Made without... CHICKEN"?! Doesn't anyone proofread your website? LOL!
- Hi KathyKat, Thanks for letting us know. This will be fixed.
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If the description says made without chickpeas, then why are chickpeas on the ingredient list right near the beginning?
- Hi Mamacat04, Sorry for the confusion. This has been forwarded to the concerned team for an immediate fix. Thanks.
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