ORIJEN Guardian Senior Grain-Free High-Protein Premium Dry Cat Food, 4-lb bag

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  • High-Protein
  • Grain-Free
  • Immune Support
  • Brain Health
  • Eye Care
  • Heart Care
  • Hip & Joint Support
  • Made in USA
  • Senior

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  • This ORIJEN senior cat food kibble formula is made to help support your older cat's unique needs as she grows older.
  • Supports eight key health benefits for your senior cat, including healthy immune function, digestive health, and muscle and weight maintenance.
  • Made with up to 90% premium animal ingredients, this grain-free dry cat food comes packed with nutrients to help your senior kitty thrive.
  • Contains WholePrey inclusions like bone and organs to mimic cats' ancestral diets.
  • The first five ingredients of this high protein cat food are fresh or raw poultry or fish—naturally rich sources of protein, vitamins and minerals.

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ORIJEN Guardian 8

Cats need precise nutrition to thrive at every stage of life. ORIJEN Guardian 8 is packed with nutrient-rich fresh or raw animal ingredients to naturally support your cat’s vitality. With minimal synthetic supplementation, each meal helps your cat look and feel their best—no matter their age.

Nature Nourishes

As the fullest expression of Biologically Appropriate nutrition, ORIJEN delivers protein-rich food made from the freshest ingredients* your cat was born to eat. You nourish yourself with the best, and your pet deserves the same—feed them ORIJEN to help them reach their full potential and enjoy every moment together.

*Our included fresh ingredients use refrigeration as the sole method of preservation, and our included raw ingredients are frozen at their peak freshness

Guard Your Cat’s Vitality

Formulated to support your cat’s health from the inside out, ORIJEN Guardian 8 helps protect against common feline concerns through the power of natural ingredients—not synthetic additives. Immune health leads the way, supported by increased levels of Omega-3s, EPA, DHA, and antioxidants for eight targeted wellness benefits.

The Power of WholePrey Nutrition

In the wild, your pet’s ancestors consumed every part of their prey for maximum nourishment and nutrition. That’s why every ORIJEN diet is packed with WholePrey ingredients like protein-rich meat, poultry or fish, and succulent, nutrient-rich organs. These nutritious ingredients mimic your pet’s ancestral diet to provide them with the well-rounded nourishment they need to unlock their true potential.

About ORIJEN

ORIJEN food helps dogs and cats thrive by fueling their daily lives with biologically appropriate nutrition. With rich inclusions of WholePrey animal ingredients, each ORIJEN recipe delivers nutrient-dense, succulent proteins that support strength, vitality, and overall well-being—helping your companion reach their full biological potential.

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18 Customer Questions

What is the percent carbohydrate

Are the meat and vegetables sourced from the USA?

Answer by Chewy • Aug 29, 2023
When sourcing ingredients for ORIJEN, the manufacturer's focus has always been on using ingredients from suppliers they know and trust. Part of this commitment is choosing suppliers with the technical expertise and discipline to give them the best ingredients available. While many of the ingredients are coming from the US and Canada, ORIJEN's strong network enables them to source only the best, including lamb from New Zealand, fish from Scandinavia, and other premium ingredients from our neighbors. No matter what, every ingredient we choose is selected for its nutritional value, digestibility, and superior flavor.

What is the phosphorous % and sodium % of this food on a dry matter basis?

Answer by Chewy • Mar 29, 2023
This recipe contains approximately 1.22% Phosphorus and 0.63% Sodium on a dry matter basis, or 1.1% Phosphorus and 0.57% Sodium on an as-fed basis.

What is the carbohydrate percentage?

Answer by Chewy • Aug 29, 2023
This recipe contains 22% Carbohydrates on an as fed basis and 24.4% Carbohydrates on a dry matter basis.
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188 Customer Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Mackenzie on Dec 29, 2025

The brand

Orijen in my opinion is the best dry food out there. I don’t like that the company was sold to Mars which I’m assuming is the reason for the price increases and

Orijen in my opinion is the best dry food out there. I don’t like that the company was sold to Mars which I’m assuming is the reason for the price increases and lower quality ingredients but it still remains at the top of the list for me. I always check the ingredients list to see what ingredients have changed in the original recipe and the new recipe to make sure it is still something I want to feed my babies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Alorah on Nov 11, 2025

Tabitha loves Orijen. . . .

Tabitha is 18 years old and I have been tweaking her diet lately to accommodate being nice to her kidneys. My veterinarian suggested senior food. . .so I am giving

Tabitha is 18 years old and I have been tweaking her diet lately to accommodate being nice to her kidneys. My veterinarian suggested senior food. . .so I am giving her Weriva Tuna and Salmon Wet food, Orijen dry and freshly cooked chicken breast. . . .boy she loves that chicken. Also, after hardly not eating dry food, she chows down the Orijen. . .which is good for her teeth. Than you.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Patricia on Nov 4, 2025

Bad batch!

This is their regular food but Both my cats have been vomiting every time they eat the food from this bag. Must be a bad batch or perhaps it was compromised during

This is their regular food but Both my cats have been vomiting every time they eat the food from this bag. Must be a bad batch or perhaps it was compromised during shipping? I don’t know but I’m putting it in the trash. Oh and there’s no expiration date!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Elle on Oct 6, 2025

Weight Gain

My 8yo cat switched over to this food no problem. He seems to enjoy the taste, and preferred it to his old Purina One Senior formula. It has helped him fill out

My 8yo cat switched over to this food no problem. He seems to enjoy the taste, and preferred it to his old Purina One Senior formula. It has helped him fill out and reach his normal body weight. Only a couple instances of stomach upset during the switch, but easily could have been hairball issues. It has helped him to have more normal stools, as he had started having analsac issues. Overall, this food has been successful for him.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Margit on Dec 25, 2025

Reliably healthy kibbles

This is my go to for both of my cats. I give them plenty of wet food but the Orijen kibbles are always welcome for a snack. Great product!

This is my go to for both of my cats. I give them plenty of wet food but the Orijen kibbles are always welcome for a snack. Great product!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Tawny on Jan 18, 2026

Senior care

Both my Bengals are Senior Cats and high quality food with high protein is very important to their health.

Both my Bengals are Senior Cats and high quality food with high protein is very important to their health.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Rita on Dec 10, 2025

Cats won’t eat it anymore.

Our three cats seemed to like this food at first, but after about the third bag, they just mysteriously stopped eating. Had to change food brands.

Our three cats seemed to like this food at first, but after about the third bag, they just mysteriously stopped eating. Had to change food brands.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Danielle on Oct 11, 2025

Natural Ingredients high protein. Essential to feel nurioused continue to thrive

Well, I just received this small bag of dry cat kibble. Very overpriced for not a lot of quantity per servings. I opened and smelled the kibble and it appears to

Well, I just received this small bag of dry cat kibble. Very overpriced for not a lot of quantity per servings. I opened and smelled the kibble and it appears to not have any flavoring of sort!? Well, I assume because there's no preservatives added.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Gregory on Jan 17, 2026

She picked around her old food

She picked around her old food to eat the new food. As I mix to acclimate to new food .

She picked around her old food to eat the new food. As I mix to acclimate to new food .

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By denise on Nov 3, 2025

Great ingredients

and she loves it! Transitioned to Orijen dry food 18 months ago, and supplement with a different brand, grain free wet food. Have experienced no health problems

and she loves it! Transitioned to Orijen dry food 18 months ago, and supplement with a different brand, grain free wet food. Have experienced no health problems.