Instinct Raw Boost Real Salmon Recipe Grain-Free Dry Cat Food, 4.5-lb bag

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  • High-Protein
  • No Corn No Wheat No Soy
  • Raw
  • Natural
  • Gluten Free
  • Grain-Free
  • Digestive Health
  • Skin & Coat Health
  • Vitamins & Minerals
  • Made in USA
  • All Lifestages

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  • Grain-free combination of high-protein kibble and freeze-dried raw ingredients provide tasty variety in every bowl.
  • Crafted with wild-caught salmon, plus real meat to support strong, lean muscles.
  • All-natural, minimally processed and freeze-dried to help preserve nutrients and flavor.
  • Omega fatty acids and antioxidants support healthy digestion and promote healthy skin and a lustrous coat.
  • Made in the USA with zero grains, potato, corn, wheat, soy, by-product meal, artificial colors or preservatives.

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Feeding Instructions

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About Instinct Raw Boost Kibble for Cats

Kibble + Raw

Instinct Raw Boost Kibble combines grain-free, high-protein kibble and freeze-dried raw pieces for boosted nutrition.

Meaty Raw in Every Bowl

Instinct Raw Boost for puppies combines whole grain kibble with 100% raw pieces of all-natural, real meat bites for superior nutrition and taste. Choose the better way to feed your puppy kibble, with raw in every bowl!

Boosted Nutrition with Raw

PROBIOTICS

Guaranteed levels of live, natural probiotics are included for digestive health.

OMEGAS 3 AND 6

Naturally occurring omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids support skin and coat health.

ANTIOXIDANTS

Antioxidant-rich vegetables and fruits help support immune health.

FREEZE-DRIED RAW 

Every bite contains all-natural, protein-packed, minimally processed bites of real meat.

MADE WITHOUT FILLERS

These recipes are made without grain, potato, corn, wheat, soy, by-product meal or artificial colors or preservatives.

The Benefits of Raw

Instinct believes that eating a diet rich in raw, unprocessed foods is just as good for our pets as it is for us. They make every meal with the understanding that real, less-processed, whole raw foods can have the power to transform lives.

Better Digestion

More Energy & Vitality

Weight Improvement

Improved Skin And Coat

Excitement At Mealtime

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. Using the highest quality and food safety standards, Instinct makes raw recipes you can trust.

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10 Customer Questions

I don't see taurine listed as an ingredient in any of the Instinct dry cat food products. Do they not have taurine in their products?

Answer by Chewy • Sep 25, 2019
This food contains added Taurine which can be found in the ingredient list. Taurine is naturally occurring within meat so it is not added synthetically in all pet foods. For a complete list of ingredients, click the “Nutritional Info” tab, next to the “Description” tab, just under the product photos.

why is there canola oil in this formula

Answer by Chewy • Jan 18, 2023
The canola oil used for this food is sourced from the United States and is obtained from hybridized rapeseed. These special rapeseed plants have been bred to be free of toxic gossypol. The end result was the canola plant, a version of the rapeseed plant but very low in erucic acid. So, through traditional breeding techniques, it has been modified from its original form. Canola Oil is low-allergen oil, also considered to be beneficial due to its low saturated fat and high monounsaturated oil content – the latter almost 60%. It also has a favorable omega-3 fatty acid profile.

How much carbs

Answer by Chewy • Oct 11, 2020
This recipe contains approximately 25.50% Carbohydrates on an as-fed basis (approximately 28.02% Carbohydrates on a dry matter basis).

What is the sodium content?

Answer by Chewy • Aug 11, 2022
This recipes sodium content is 0.99% as fed and 1.06% dry matter.
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Nutritional Balance

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46 Customer Reviews

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Carol on Oct 17, 2025
Top 250 Contributor

They ate it.

I switch between good quality dry food for my cats to provide variety. It has been a while since they ate Instinct Raw Boost. They like the meat variety more than

I switch between good quality dry food for my cats to provide variety. It has been a while since they ate Instinct Raw Boost. They like the meat variety more than the salmon. They are it, but not as readily as the meat flavor. The Instinct is one of their favorite brands.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Susan on Nov 25, 2025

Good quality but not their fave

Bought it because the ingredients are real. But my two cats think it's edible in a pinch. There are other raw foods they love. This is not it.

Bought it because the ingredients are real. But my two cats think it's edible in a pinch. There are other raw foods they love. This is not it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Sunny on Dec 9, 2025

Good food

My cats love instinct I’ve recommend this product to anyone who has cats or dogs

My cats love instinct I’ve recommend this product to anyone who has cats or dogs

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Kaitlyn on Nov 13, 2025

Best brand of cat food

This brand has been my cats favorite food for 8 years absolutely no health issues and now a senior

This brand has been my cats favorite food for 8 years absolutely no health issues and now a senior

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Luette on Jan 1, 2026

My cat refuses to eat it

Especially the "raw" pieced, the rest is just kibble.

Especially the "raw" pieced, the rest is just kibble.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Jacqueline on Aug 26, 2025

Cat Loves It

For high protein, low carb, cat food that tastes pleasant, this brand seems to be a strong winner. I also love the fiber components and highly recommend giving it

For high protein, low carb, cat food that tastes pleasant, this brand seems to be a strong winner. I also love the fiber components and highly recommend giving it a shot.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Frances on Aug 26, 2025

The scent

Since it was salmon thought my kitty would like it but , nope just turned and walked away

Since it was salmon thought my kitty would like it but , nope just turned and walked away

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Marie on Sep 16, 2025

Dry cat food

The cats loved it, especially the larger chunks.

The cats loved it, especially the larger chunks.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Catherine on Aug 24, 2025

Cats would only eat the freeze dried raw pieces.

My cats were not enthused about this food at all.

My cats were not enthused about this food at all.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Shawna on Aug 1, 2025

Quality , grain-free cat food

My cats both love the freeze-dried raw pieces included

My cats both love the freeze-dried raw pieces included