Instinct Original Grain Free Recipe with Real Chicken Natural Dry Cat Food Nutrition Facts

Instinct Original Grain Free Recipe with Real Chicken Natural Dry Cat Food is a dry cat food by Instinct with a minimum of 41% protein and 21% fat, and 430 kcal per 100 g.

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At a glance

41%Protein (min)
21%Fat (min)
430kcal per 100 g

Its 41% minimum protein is higher than 87% of the 590 dry cat foods in this database.

First ingredients

Chicken Chicken meal Turkey meal Menhaden fish meal Peas

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount
Protein (min)41%
Fat (min)21%
Fiber (max)3%
Moisture (max)9%
Vitamin E (min)100 IU/kg
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) (min)85 mg/kg
Omega 3 Fatty Acids (min)0.45%
Omega 6 Fatty Acids (min)3%
Bacillus coagulans (min)60%
Calories430 kcal per 100 g
Calories505 kcal per cup

Ingredients

Chicken, Chicken Meal, Turkey Meal, Menhaden Fish Meal, Peas, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols and Citric Acid), Tapioca, Natural Flavor, Dried Tomato Pomace, Montmorillonite Clay, Carrots, Apples, Cranberries, Choline Chloride, Salt, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin), 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.

Feeding guidelines

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 measuring cup): Adult Maintenance (cups per day): 5 lb: ⅜ cup; 10 lb: ½ cup; 15 lb: ¾ cup Weight Loss (cups per day): 5 lb: ¼ cup; 10 lb: ⅜ cup; 15 lb: ½ cup Kittens: Feed up to twice the adult maintenance amount. Pregnant/Nursing Females: Feed up to three times the adult maintenance amount shown above. 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. Visit the Instinct Pet Food website for more specific feeding recommendations and information on how to easily combine different forms of food.

Package sizes

11 LBS5 LBS5 Lb11 Lb11 lb.5 lb.2.2 lb.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Instinct Original Grain Free Recipe with Real Chicken Natural Dry Cat Food?

Instinct Original Grain Free Recipe with Real Chicken Natural Dry Cat Food provides 430 kcal per 100 g, based on its published nutrition data.

How much protein does Instinct Original Grain Free Recipe with Real Chicken Natural Dry Cat Food have?

Instinct Original Grain Free Recipe with Real Chicken Natural Dry Cat Food guarantees a minimum of 41% protein and 21% fat on the label.

What are the main ingredients in Instinct Original Grain Free Recipe with Real Chicken Natural Dry Cat Food?

The first ingredients listed are chicken, chicken meal, and turkey meal.

Is Instinct Original Grain Free Recipe with Real Chicken Natural Dry Cat Food grain-free?

Based on its published ingredient list, Instinct Original Grain Free Recipe with Real Chicken Natural Dry Cat Food does not contain common grains such as corn, wheat, rice, or soy.

What life stage is Instinct Original Grain Free Recipe with Real Chicken Natural Dry Cat Food for?

Instinct Original Grain Free Recipe with Real Chicken Natural Dry Cat Food is labeled for all life stages, from kitten through senior.

About this data

Data sources: Petco-food, PetSmart, Instinct.

Data was compiled manually and may be out of date.

Barcode (GTIN): 769949658566

Data last updated July 11, 2026.

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