Instinct Kitten Grain-Free Pate Real Chicken Recipe Natural Wet Canned Cat Food
Company info
Company HQ
Lincoln, Nebraska
Parent company
M.I. IndustriesProduct info
Primary proteins
- Chicken
- Beef Liver
- Salmon
- Eggs
Ingredients
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Estimated Nutrient Content
To understand the nutrient content of pet food, we visualize its macronutrient composition in three ways. In the charts below, you’ll see a guaranteed analysis on an as-fed basis, a dry matter analysis, and a breakdown of the food’s macronutrients on a calorie-weighted basis.
Remember that all of these values are estimates based on the guaranteed analysis published by the company, and the food’s actual nutrient values may be slightly different.
Guaranteed Analysis
Protein: 12%
Fat: 6%
Fiber: 1%
Moisture: 78%
Ash: 0%
Carb: 3%
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 54.55%
Fat: 27.27%
Fiber: 4.55%
Ash: 8%
Carb: 13.64%
Calorie Weighted Basis
Protein: 40.58%
Fat: 49.28%
Carb: 10.14%
Our Review
- High moisture content
- To our knowledge, Instinct has never had a product recall
- Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
- Contains dried kelp as a natural source of essential nutrients
- Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
- Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
- Affordable
- Free of plant-based thickeners
- Has all the nutrients your kitten or mother cat needs
- Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
- Doesn’t receive consistently positive customer reviews
- Some cats may be allergic to fish
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all cat food recalls related to Instinct since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
Since 2011 Instinct has never been recalled.
Ingredient Review
Our review of Instinct Kitten Grain-Free Pate Real Chicken Recipe Natural Wet Canned Cat Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.
The first ingredient is Chicken. Chicken is meat from the domesticated bird of the same name. In pet food, chicken is used as a primary protein source.
The second ingredient is Beef Liver. Beef liver is organ meat from any cattle breed. The beef liver in pet food is a source of protein, iron, and many other essential nutrients.
The third ingredient is Chicken Broth. Chicken broth is made by boiling chicken meat, skin, and bones to obtain nutrients including fat, vitamins, and minerals. In pet food, chicken broth increases moisture and improves flavor.
The fourth ingredient is Salmon. Salmon is meat from any fish in the salmon family, and in pet food, salmon might also refer to other parts of the fish including skin and organs. Salmon is an excellent source of protein, and it is a good source of Omega-3 fatty acids.
The fifth ingredient is Eggs. In pet food, eggs serve as a source of high quality protein, vitamins, and minerals. The simple term “eggs” can refer to any part of the egg or any combination of egg parts.
When we analyzed the ingredients in Instinct Kitten Grain-Free Pate Real Chicken Recipe Natural Wet Canned Cat Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.
Price Analysis
Price per oz
Product Price
$0.47
Market Price avg.
$0.5
% From the Avg
-6%
Price per 100 kcal
Product Price
$1.38
Market Price avg.
$1.66
% From the Avg
-17%
Price per day
Product Price
$0.83
Market Price avg.
$1.00
% From the Avg
-17%
Instinct Kitten Grain-Free Pate Real Chicken Recipe Natural Wet Canned Cat Food is priced below the average market price for wet kitten food.
Nutritional Analysis
Because kittens are rapidly growing and developing, they have higher requirements for calories, protein, and other nutrients. Kitten foods have a higher caloric density to provide for the energy needs for growth. It’s recommended that kittens consume a kitten diet until they reach 1 year of age.
With that in mind, we’ve compared Instinct Kitten Grain-Free Pate Real Chicken Recipe Natural Wet Canned Cat Food to the other 63 wet kitten food recipes in our database:
DM Protein
Product info
54.55%
All Products avg.
50.77%
% From the Avg
+7%
DM Fat
Product info
27.27%
All Products avg.
24.53%
% From the Avg
+11%
DM Fiber
Product info
4.55%
All Products avg.
6.79%
% From the Avg
-33%
DM Carb
Product info
13.64%
All Products avg.
10.56%
% From the Avg
+29%
Analysis Overview
Overall, this is a meat based food that’s moderate in protein with high fat and high carbohydrate content relative to other wet kitten foods.
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