Instinct Grain Free Wet Cat Food - Chicken / 5.5 oz Case 12
Wet food for cats · by Instinct
We have not seen this label’s AAFCO statement yet.
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What to watch for
- Peas Moderate risk
Peas add plant protein, starch and fiber. The FDA has been investigating reports of heart disease (DCM) in dogs eating diets high in peas, lentils and other legumes, often grain-free. No cause has been proven, but it is worth knowing when legumes sit near the top of the list. - Copper sulfate Low risk
A source of copper, an essential trace mineral. Some breeds accumulate copper in the liver, and vets have raised concern that some dog foods supply more than dogs need. - Salt Low risk
Salt supplies sodium and chloride, which dogs need. Pet foods use small amounts; high salt is mainly a concern for dogs with heart or kidney disease.
What it does well
- High protein 45.5%
40% or more on a dry-matter basis (cat). - Named meat first
First ingredient is chicken. - Taurine added
Cats need taurine in their diet; this label lists it.
Ingredients
Chicken, Turkey, Chicken Liver, Chicken Broth, Ground Flaxseeds, Menhaden Fish Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Egg Product, Peas, Carrots, Potassium Chloride, Minerals (Iron Proteinate, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Potassium Iodide), Salt, Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Taurine, Magnesium Sulfate, Cranberries, Pumpkin, Tomato, Blueberries, Broccoli, Kale, Parsley.
Guaranteed analysis
| Crude protein (min) | 10% |
|---|---|
| Crude fat (min) | 8.5% |
| Crude fiber (max) | 2% |
| Moisture (max) | 78% |
| Calories | 1,360 kcal/kg |
What the label cannot tell you
- Ingredient order is by weight before cooking; fresh meat counts water.
- Mineral levels are not printed on this label.
- We could not find the AAFCO nutritional adequacy statement for this product. Scan the bag to confirm it is complete and balanced.
Sizes and barcodes
- Instinct Grain Free Wet Cat Food - Chicken / 5.5 oz Case 12 UPC 769949507017
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