Instinct Original Real Chicken Recipe Grain-Free Pate Kitten Wet Cat Food, 3-oz can, case of 24

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  • High animal protein provides healthy energy needed for growth and play.
  • Made with real chicken, beef liver, and salmon—a balanced mix of poultry, fish and meat that provides healthy exposure to proteins.
  • Made without gums, grain, potato, corn, wheat, soy, by-product meal, artificial colors or preservatives.
  • Natural DHA helps foster healthy brain and eye development .
  • Made in the USA with the finest ingredients from around the world.

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Cat-Tested, Cat-Approved

Instinct Original wet recipes are rich in protein—made with 95% real meat and organs and 5% fruits, vegetables, and other nutritious ingredients. These tasty, complete and balanced pate meals are cat-tested and cat-approved for taste and mealtime excitement.

Real, Wholesome Ingredients

Made in the USA with the finest ingredients from around the world, Instinct Original pate offers natural nutrition. Available in a variety of protein options, including cage-free chicken, cage-free duck, grass-fed lamb, farm-raised rabbit, and real salmon, these tasty, grain-free recipes are protein-packed for great nutrition. They also include whole-food ingredients like flaxseed for healthy digestion and menhaden fish oil for skin and coat health.

Crafted With Purpose

Instinct Original wet recipes offer essential benefits that help your cat thrive. These hydrating, high-protein meals provide complete and balanced nutrition without grain, corn, potato, wheat, soy, carrageenan, guar gum, xanthan gum, artificial colors, or preservatives. Feed your cat the whole-food nutrition she craves and loves with Instinct.

About Instinct

Instinct is on a mission to transform the lives of pets, and they believe that starts with the power of raw nutrition. For over 20 years, Instinct has been making delicious, wholesome pet food in their own kitchens in Lincoln, Nebraska. Their science-backed recipes incorporate raw into everything they do. Whether it’s 100% raw frozen and freeze-dried meals, raw toppers, or raw boosted kibble, their recipes ensure the highest quality and food safety standards for pets.

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Questions & Answers

16 Customer Questions


Why is there clay in it?

Answer by ChewyFeb 27, 2019
Montmorillonite clay is a natural ingredient often used in human health foods and sometimes also found in natural pet foods. It is the primary component of a volcanic ash known as betonite, which has been deposited into inland sea waters. Instead of using a man-made anti-caking agent, montmorillonite clay is a natural anti-caking agent. It comes from natural sources and is not made from chemicals like the others. It is a natural, safe alternative.

How many carbss are in this?

Answer by ChewyMar 07, 2018
This recipe contains 2% Carbohydrates.

What is the Taurine %?

Answer by ChewyJul 30, 2019
This formula has a taurine content of approximately 0.21% on an as fed basis.

Why does the kitten food in cans not show how many in a case

Answer by ChewyOct 16, 2019
This recipe is available in a case of (24) 3 ounce cans or a case of (12) 5.5 ounce cans.

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333 Customer Reviews



Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Marlene on Sep 28, 2025

Cat would not eat it,

Very expensive for something the cat would not eat. I bought it for a specific cat but 2 others didn't eat it either. My vet recommended kitten food post leg amputation

Very expensive for something the cat would not eat. I bought it for a specific cat but 2 others didn't eat it either. My vet recommended kitten food post leg amputation as the cat was not eating well. My cats might just be picky but even the feral outside cats seem to dislike the same things the indoor cats do.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Linda on Nov 8, 2025

My kitten loves this

He loves to eat but this kitten food is his favorite. He has left some food in the bowl when I feed him the other brands but he licks the dish when I feed him

He loves to eat but this kitten food is his favorite. He has left some food in the bowl when I feed him the other brands but he licks the dish when I feed him Instinct.


Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By James on Sep 13, 2025

My Kitties would not eat it.

Cats will starve themself if they don't like the food they are offered. The small cans of this product was fine but they hated the big can. It smelt horrible

Cats will starve themself if they don't like the food they are offered. The small cans of this product was fine but they hated the big can. It smelt horrible. I am not sure why. Please buy one can and make sure they will eat it.


Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Eva on Aug 29, 2025

Ingredient issue for me

The kittens like it ok BUT it has junk in it. I did not notice the CRANBERRIES and more, end of the ingredient list. This is not cat food and kittens should not

The kittens like it ok BUT it has junk in it. I did not notice the CRANBERRIES and more, end of the ingredient list. This is not cat food and kittens should not eat that junk. Filler. Tiki is the only one that doesn’t have all that filler. Shame on you for giving it to kittens


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Stephanie on Sep 8, 2025

Kitten Loves it

I just got a 5 month old Siberian kitten and she absolutely loves this instinct food! So far she’s not too picky with anything but I can tell she prefers this to

I just got a 5 month old Siberian kitten and she absolutely loves this instinct food! So far she’s not too picky with anything but I can tell she prefers this to the other food I’ve given her. Clean plate every time


Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Kirby on Jan 19, 2026

Cats will not eat this food.

For some reason neither of my two cats will eat this food.

For some reason neither of my two cats will eat this food.


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Petra on Sep 28, 2025

Crab did not like it

Though it is a great cat food brand my new kitten did not like this brand of kitten food in order to not waste I donated it

Though it is a great cat food brand my new kitten did not like this brand of kitten food in order to not waste I donated it


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Charlotte on Jul 31, 2025

Kitten obsessed

My kitten is absolutely obsessed with this one! I really like instinct as a company, especially for cats. This is a solid solid formula and my kitten definitely

My kitten is absolutely obsessed with this one! I really like instinct as a company, especially for cats. This is a solid solid formula and my kitten definitely prefers this one in the rotation.


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Natalia on Nov 6, 2025

Vomited

Tried new food to transition. Vomited next day. Not risking it

Tried new food to transition. Vomited next day. Not risking it


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Martha on Aug 25, 2025

Pure

We gave this to our “Cary Grant” and he loved it. . “SweePea” is also a tuxedo kitten, and she seems to like it also

We gave this to our “Cary Grant” and he loved it. . “SweePea” is also a tuxedo kitten, and she seems to like it also