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Top positive review
My boys love it - seems high quality
September 24, 2018
It's always a headache to figure out the healthiest food to feed your pets, unless you're into making their food by hand. I thought about it for a hot minute, but then I remembered, I have a job and a house to remodel! This stuff has no weird fillers like potash or gluten, and though it does have some vegetable ingredients, it's mostly pure animal protein. Sure, it's pricey, but if I can extend my furkids lifespan - and reduce their health issues/vet bills - by spending more for better food, it's worth it. Maybe it's all a crapshoot, but it makes me feel better buying this stuff.
Good luck on your own odyssey. I hope you find your kibble nirvana without going broke!
Good luck on your own odyssey. I hope you find your kibble nirvana without going broke!
36 people found this helpful
Top critical review
Some Pros, But Too Many Cons
April 8, 2019
It is difficult to find a dry cat food that doesn't have something in it that is bad for cats. We really like that this food is grain-, corn-, potato-, soy-, & wheat-free (we have a cat who was diagnosed with diabetes, so that is a concern). Unfortunately, the #2 ingredient (tapioca) in this food is not good for cats, & the #4 ingredient (flax seed) seems to be even worse.
Another one of our cats has breathing issues; flax seed is high in lignins, which is an insoluble fiber. This has caused his tummy to bloat significantly, and it has stayed bloated all the time while on this food, which has made his breathing issue more pronounced and much more difficult for him. This is not an overeating issue - cats need protein every couple of hours, so he will eat a little bit every couple of hours or so and then go back to his cat activities. We're in the process of weening them off this food to another that does not have flax seed. He hasn't eaten any of this food since we started changing out their food (4-5 days ago). His belly has already started to go down in size a little bit; hopefully he is back to his normal size soon, so his breathing will return to normal.
This food also has tomato & rosemary extract, neither of which are good for cats.
Please consider:
- removing the tomato pomace - it causes the urine to be more alkaline, which leads to urinary tract infections.
- removing rosemary extract - it is toxic to cats.
- using rice bran instead of the tapioca; rice bran promotes good gut health.
- using salmon instead of the flax seed - salmon is a much better source of Omegas; and
- using actual pumpkin instead of pumpkin seeds; pumpkin provides fiber & beta-carotine and is so good for gut health, especially when combined with rice bran.
Thank you for considering!
Another one of our cats has breathing issues; flax seed is high in lignins, which is an insoluble fiber. This has caused his tummy to bloat significantly, and it has stayed bloated all the time while on this food, which has made his breathing issue more pronounced and much more difficult for him. This is not an overeating issue - cats need protein every couple of hours, so he will eat a little bit every couple of hours or so and then go back to his cat activities. We're in the process of weening them off this food to another that does not have flax seed. He hasn't eaten any of this food since we started changing out their food (4-5 days ago). His belly has already started to go down in size a little bit; hopefully he is back to his normal size soon, so his breathing will return to normal.
This food also has tomato & rosemary extract, neither of which are good for cats.
Please consider:
- removing the tomato pomace - it causes the urine to be more alkaline, which leads to urinary tract infections.
- removing rosemary extract - it is toxic to cats.
- using rice bran instead of the tapioca; rice bran promotes good gut health.
- using salmon instead of the flax seed - salmon is a much better source of Omegas; and
- using actual pumpkin instead of pumpkin seeds; pumpkin provides fiber & beta-carotine and is so good for gut health, especially when combined with rice bran.
Thank you for considering!
59 people found this helpful
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It's a bit on the expensive side but she likes it much better than Orijen which was about the same price
November 15, 2017Finally! I found a dry food my kitty absolutely loves. Every morning she hops up to her perch and calls for her morning kibble. It's a bit on the expensive side but she likes it much better than Orijen which was about the same price. Her coat and eyes are noticeably shinier and she seems to be more active. I highly recommend Instinct Ultimate for finicky cats and for general well-being and health of both you and your fur baby!
December 28, 2018
Cats love it. Their fur has never been softer. Seems to be good for their weight and health since both are 19 years old thus the five star rating. The dislike is the subscription. They offer every other month but when you think you have it set up, it reverts to monthly which is too much for skinny old cats. I may have to start manually ordering but it looks like I may have to get an Amazon rep to help me terminate the subscription since I have not seen that choice.
August 8, 2019
Update: This is great food when my cats will eat it, but about 1 out of 3 bags both my cats will not touch. They smell it and refuse to eat it. WHY? I just opened a 10 pound bag and both of my cats will not eat it. I then placed the exact same food from another bag next to it and they went right for it. This happens over and over again.
On closer inspection you can see it has a slightly different color and texture. Even smells different enough for me to notice.
I can't keep wasting my money on this.
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I have an older extremely picky cat that actually likes this food. This cat is so picky I have problems keeping him from being underweight. He also tires of eating the same thing for more than a few days. With Instinct he seems to like it a lot longer before wanting something different. Most foods he tires of after 2-3 days but he'll eat Instinct for about 5-7 days before tiring of it. And he is happy to eat it again after about a week.
On closer inspection you can see it has a slightly different color and texture. Even smells different enough for me to notice.
I can't keep wasting my money on this.
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I have an older extremely picky cat that actually likes this food. This cat is so picky I have problems keeping him from being underweight. He also tires of eating the same thing for more than a few days. With Instinct he seems to like it a lot longer before wanting something different. Most foods he tires of after 2-3 days but he'll eat Instinct for about 5-7 days before tiring of it. And he is happy to eat it again after about a week.
September 12, 2018
I’m not sure what happened with this bag but it’s nothing but crumbs
Edit. It sent too quick. I wanted to say my 3 cats love it though.
Edit. It sent too quick. I wanted to say my 3 cats love it though.
September 25, 2018
This is great food but it arrived with most of the kibble crushed, it is 1/2 powder.
May 15, 2019
I set up an auto-shipment of this food, and when it gets here, my cat will literally follow me around while I hold unpack the box. She's in love with it. I've also noticed an improvement in her attitude and her fur. Seems to be doing the job, even if it's a little pricey.
August 10, 2017
Pricey but I but cat is gorgeous
November 14, 2017
Best product around for cats with food allergies. no corn, wheat, peas. Have been using this for 2 years now.. best and only food without those annoying peas or corn for fillers
April 2, 2019
MY CATS LOVE THIS KIBBLE AND THE BEST THING IS IT IS SPECIES APPROPRIATE, HIGH IN PROTEIN AND WITHOUT ALL THE GARBAGE FILLERS THAT OTHER BRANDS PUT IN THEIR PRODUCT.
December 16, 2017
I had been using the regular version and they liked it. However, they loved this one. They can't wait for me to get it out of the plastic container into their bowls!
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