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product_id: 45397699
title: "Original Kitten Dry Cat Food, Raw Coated Kibble, High Protein, Grain Free Recipe - Real Chicken, 4.5 lb. Bag"
brand: "instinct"
price: "A$113"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Instinct"
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# grain-free recipe 81% real animal protein freeze-dried raw coating Original Kitten Dry Cat Food, Raw Coated Kibble, High Protein, Grain Free Recipe - Real Chicken, 4.5 lb. Bag

**Brand:** instinct
**Price:** A$113
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🐾 Elevate your kitten’s start with the raw-powered, protein-packed feast they deserve!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Original Kitten Dry Cat Food, Raw Coated Kibble, High Protein, Grain Free Recipe - Real Chicken, 4.5 lb. Bag by instinct
- **How much does it cost?** A$113 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- instinct enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted instinct brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Brain & Eye Boost:** Natural DHA from chicken eggs promotes sharp vision and cognitive development.
- • **Grain-Free, Guilt-Free:** No grains, fillers, or preservatives—pure, clean nutrition for sensitive tummies.
- • **Raw Power in Every Bite:** Freeze-dried raw coating locks in flavor & nutrition for a taste your kitten craves.
- • **Protein-Packed Growth Fuel:** 81% animal ingredients support lean muscle and energetic play.
- • **Probiotic Digestive Support:** Live probiotics ensure smooth digestion and a happy, healthy gut.

## Overview

Instinct Original Kitten Dry Cat Food is a premium, grain-free formula featuring 81% real animal protein from cage-free chicken and other meats. Coated with freeze-dried raw for enhanced flavor and nutrition, it supports healthy growth, brain and eye development, and digestive health with live probiotics and natural DHA. Crafted in the USA without grains, fillers, or preservatives, this 4.5 lb bag delivers balanced, clean nutrition tailored for growing kittens.

## Description

Instinct Original Grain-Free Dry Kitten Food with Cage-Free Chicken is crafted to support the unique nutritional needs of growing kittens. This high protein, grain free cat food is made with 81% real animal ingredients and nutritious oils, balanced with 19% fruits, vegetables, and other wholesome ingredients. Cage-free chicken is the first ingredient in this cat dry food, providing quality animal protein to fuel healthy growth and play. This natural dry kitten food features a mix of poultry, fish, and meat for healthy exposure to proteins, plus natural DHA from chicken eggs for brain and eye development. Guaranteed live probiotics support digestion, while natural omegas and antioxidants promote a healthy coat and immune system. Made without grain, potato, corn, wheat, soy, by-product meals, artificial colors, or preservatives, this high protein kitten food delivers balanced nutrition for kittens. As the first raw-coated cat kibble, Instinct Original combines the taste and protein-packed nutrition of raw in every bite—making it the perfect dry cat food indoor option for your kitten’s healthy start. Instinct cat food is made with the power of raw. Proudly made in the USA with the finest ingredients from around the world, this all natural cat food helps kittens grow strong and thrive.

Review: Healthy Food That My Cat Eats Happily - I was hesitant to try this food at first because my cat is picky and I had just adopted her, so I didn’t yet know what she would like. She absolutely loved it and eats it with no problem. I feel good knowing it’s healthy, made with high-quality ingredients, real chicken, and no grains or harmful additives. I’m glad I gave it a try and will definitely keep buying it.
Review: No more vomiting! - The quality of this cat food is great. It’s high in protein and lower in carbs and fillers, which is what cats need. My cat Poet and I (along with his vet) struggled for a long time finding a cat food that works for him that wouldn’t upset his stomach. This is the one that works best for us. He no longer is vomiting as frequently as he was and he’s much healthier and happier. I know this cat food is a little bit on the pricier side, but I do think it’s worth every penny. The only thing about this cat food I would warn about is that the recommended serving size on the bag is 60 more than the calories your cat should be getting in a day if you have an average sized cat. Which doesn’t seem like a lot, but it is for a cat and can cause them to gain a bit of weight. I haven’t had the issue with feeding the serving size to one of my cats, but the other one did gain weight and is now slightly overweight.

## Features

- NATURAL INGREDIENTS: Features cage-free chicken as the first ingredient, paired with whole-food ingredients and made without grain, potato, corn, wheat, soy, by-product meals, or preservatives
- POWER OF RAW: Coated in freeze-dried raw for enhanced flavor and nutrition, while crafted to remain minimally processed and never cooked
- GROWTH & MUSCLE SUPPORT: Balanced mix of poultry, fish, and meat proteins provide 81% animal ingredients and oils and supports healthy growth, energy, and lean muscle development
- BRAIN & EYE DEVELOPMENT: Guaranteed levels of live probiotics aid digestion, natural omegas and antioxidants promote healthy skin, a soft, shiny coat, and immune health, while natural DHA from chicken eggs helps support brain and eye development
- CRAFTED IN THE USA: Made in the USA with the finest ingredients from around the world for a wholesome, complete diet

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B06XDDDBJG |
| ASIN  | B06XDDDBJG |
| Age Range Description | Kitten |
| Best Sellers Rank | #787 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #46 in Dry Cat Food |
| Brand Name | Instinct |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
| Care Instructions | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep package sealed to maintain freshness. |
| Color | 4.5 Pound |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (8,165) |
| Date First Available | March 3, 2017 |
| Date First Available  | March 3, 2017 |
| Directions | 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. |
| Included Components | One (1) 4.5 lb. Bag of Dry Cat Food |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4 x 8 x 14 inches |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 11.69 x 8.23 x 3.94 inches |
| Item Weight | 4.5 Pounds |
| Item model number | 6175875 |
| Item model number  | 6175875 |
| Manufacturer | Nature's Variety |
| Manufacturer  | Nature's Variety |
| Manufacturer recommended age  | 1 month and up |
| Model Name | Original |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions  | 4 x 8 x 14 inches; 4.5 Pounds |
| Size | 4.5 Pound (Pack of 1) |
| Specific Uses for Product | Brain Health, Digestive Health, Eye Care, Immune Support, Skin and Coat Health |
| Style | Dry Cat Food |
| Target Audience Keyword | house-cats, house-cats; cats |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Kitten
- **Brand:** Instinct
- **Flavor:** Kitten
- **Item Form:** Pellet
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Brain Health, Digestive Health, Eye Care, Immune Support, Skin and Coat Health

## Images

![Original Kitten Dry Cat Food, Raw Coated Kibble, High Protein, Grain Free Recipe - Real Chicken, 4.5 lb. Bag - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61abmfWts6L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Why is there tapioca in this product?  This a starch that turns to sugar.  Why are you using it as a thickening agent?**
A: I don't know, but I have used tapioca starch instead of corn starch in gravy and in stir fry as a thickening agent--it may be that the Instinct is supporting its grain free claim since, according to Wikipedia,tapioca is "...extracted from cassava root (Manihot esculenta). This species is native to the northeast region of Brazil..."

**Q: How many calories per cup are in this kitten food?**
A: Hi Alvin! My name is Cait and I work with Nature's Variety. There are 552 kcals per cup in Instinct Original kibble for kittens.

**Q: Can I add water to make it more like the wet formula? I was gifted the dry kibble, but my kitten has been eating the wet food since I got her**
A: You can soak it in warm water.  It takes a while to soften up.  Then you can mix it in with the wet food.  Eventually the kitten will learn to eat it separate from the the wet food.  I foster kittens and sometimes it takes a while for them to learn to eat the dry food.

**Q: What is the difference between this and the adult cat version?**
A: I don’t see any difference in the ingredients from kitten or adult.  I would think the kitten food ( which I did use) would be easier on their digestive track.  When they were one, I switched to adult.  They both like the turkey. I give wet in am and dry in evening. They are very healthy and indoor only.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Healthy Food That My Cat Eats Happily
*by S***T on December 24, 2025*

I was hesitant to try this food at first because my cat is picky and I had just adopted her, so I didn’t yet know what she would like. She absolutely loved it and eats it with no problem. I feel good knowing it’s healthy, made with high-quality ingredients, real chicken, and no grains or harmful additives. I’m glad I gave it a try and will definitely keep buying it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ No more vomiting!
*by O***N on October 1, 2025*

The quality of this cat food is great. It’s high in protein and lower in carbs and fillers, which is what cats need. My cat Poet and I (along with his vet) struggled for a long time finding a cat food that works for him that wouldn’t upset his stomach. This is the one that works best for us. He no longer is vomiting as frequently as he was and he’s much healthier and happier. I know this cat food is a little bit on the pricier side, but I do think it’s worth every penny. The only thing about this cat food I would warn about is that the recommended serving size on the bag is 60 more than the calories your cat should be getting in a day if you have an average sized cat. Which doesn’t seem like a lot, but it is for a cat and can cause them to gain a bit of weight. I haven’t had the issue with feeding the serving size to one of my cats, but the other one did gain weight and is now slightly overweight.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nutri balance
*by C***R on November 25, 2025*

I have had my cats eating this food for 6 months now. I haven’t seen them get sick or throw up any food after meals. There coat is softer and they are happier. Size is perfect, last my two cats about 1 month and half. Great quality from the fact my cats haven’t thrown up or gotten sick. Lean food as my cats also seem to become lean and muscular from the nutrition balance.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-21*