Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets NF Kidney Function Early Care Formula Dry Cat Food
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Help care for your kitty’s kidneys with Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets NF Kidney Function Early Care Feline Formula Dry Cat Food. This great-tasting dry food is specially formulated to help support kidney function in cats. It is crafted in collaboration with nutritionists, researchers and veterinarians to contain a moderate amount of high-quality protein and restricted phosphorous. This dry cat food is paw-fect for all breeds of adult cats and features omega-3 fatty acids with EPA and DHA as well as healthy antioxidants for your amigo.
Key Benefits- Great-tasting dry cat food for early kidney care.
- Specially formulated to help support kidney function.
- Crafted in collaboration with nutritionists, researchers and veterinarians.
- Features omega-3 fatty acids with EPA and DHA as well as healthy antioxidants.
- Developed to contain a moderate amount of high-quality protein and restricted phosphorous.
Veterinary Authorization
This item needs authorization from your veterinarian. Simply provide your pet and vet clinic information at Checkout and we'll follow up with your veterinarian to confirm. If you have a copy of your authorization, you can expedite the process by uploading a scan or photo of it to the Prescriptions section in your account or your order confirmation. You can also email it to vetdiet@chewy.com.
Diet Transitioning
Pets can be sensitive to sudden changes in their diets. For this reason, it is extremely important to follow a gradual transition plan to best support your pet's health and product effectiveness. Ask your Veterinarian about the best way to transition your pet to a new food.
Serving Suggestion:
Mix the kibble recipe with the complementary Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets NF Kidney Function Early Care Formula wet food for even more tasty nutrition in every bite, and to add healthy hydration to meals.
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Item Number142661
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Weight3.15 pounds
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BrandPurina
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LifestageAdult
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Food FormDry Food
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Special DietPea-Free, Veterinary Diet
Corn Gluten Meal, Tuna, Barley, Whole Grain Corn, Soybean Meal, Animal Fat Preserved With Mixed-Tocopherols, Potato Protein, Animal Liver Flavor, Powdered Cellulose, Fish Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Natural And Artificial Flavors, L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Potassium Citrate, Salt, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Vitamin E Supplement, Taurine, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Manganese Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Copper Sulfate, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Biotin (Vitamin B-7), Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Sodium Selenite. A-2568
Caloric Content4041 kcal/kg, 494 kcal/cup
Guaranteed Analysis | |
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Crude Protein | 33.0% min |
Crude Fat | 13.0% min |
Crude Fiber | 5.0% max |
Moisture | 12.0% max |
Ash | 7.0% max |
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.12% min |
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.09% min |
Calcium | 0.55% min |
Phosphorus | 0.55% max |
The following feeding program is recommended as a guideline only, with discretionary clinical adjustments for proper weight maintenance. With your veterinarian’s approval, offer increasing amounts of the new food with decreasing amounts of the old food.
Body Weight | Approximate Number of 8 oz cups/day |
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3 - 5 | 1/8 - 1/4 |
6 - 8 | 3/8 - 1/2 |
9 - 12 | 1/2 - 5/8 |
13 - 16 | 3/4 - 7/8 |
17 - 20 | 1 - 1 1/8 |
21 - 25 | 1 1/8 - 1 1/3 |
Using a standard 8 oz/250 ml measuring cup which contains approximately 122 g of NF Kidney Function Early Care feline formula. Provide adequate fresh water in a clean container for your cat daily. For your pet's health, see your veterinarian regularly.
Pets can be sensitive to sudden changes in their diets. For this reason, it is extremely important to follow a gradual transition plan to best support your pet's health and product effectiveness. It is recommended to follow at least a 7-day transition plan before exclusively feeding your pet a new food. Cats will often refuse mixed diets, so we recommend adding the new food to a separate bowl from the old food. Start by mixing 75% of your pet's current diet with 25% of the new diet on Day 1 and Day 2. On Day 3 and Day 4, mix 50% of the current diet with 50% of the new diet. On Day 5 and Day 6, mix 25% of the current diet with 75% of the new diet. On Day 7, you can feed your pet the new food exclusively. Ask your Veterinarian about the best way to transition your pet to a new food.
Transition Day | Current Diet | New Diet |
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Days 1-2 | 75% | 25% |
Days 3-4 | 50% | 50% |
Days 5-6 | 25% | 75% |
Day 7 | 0% | 100% |
Why should I buy veterinary diets from Chewy?
We offer competitive prices and free shipping on orders over $49. Plus, you'll save more if you sign up for automatic refills with Autoship at Checkout. Chewy experts are available 24/7 to answer any questions you have.
How do I order veterinary diets?
- Search for the diet your veterinarian recommends and add it to your cart. You can purchase your veterinary diets along with any other items you need.
- At Checkout, you'll be asked for your pet's name and veterinary clinic information so we can confirm that the item is authorized by your veterinarian.
- Place your order and we'll take care of contacting your veterinarian. If you have a copy of your authorization, you can expedite the process by uploading a scan or photo of it to the Prescriptions section in your account or your order confirmation. You can also email it to vetdiet@chewy.com.
If your clinic needs more information from you or recommends a different diet, we'll let you know immediately.
I have a copy of the authorization from my veterinarian. Can I send it to you?
Yes. If you have a paper copy of your veterinarian's authorization, you can upload a scan or photo to the Prescriptions section in your account or your order confirmation. You can also email it to vetdiet@chewy.com.
Can I use a veterinarian's authorization if it was written by a veterinarian out of state? Yes. We accept valid authorizations from anywhere in the United States, Canada, and U.S. territories such as Puerto Rico.
Why do I need a veterinarian's authorization?
Veterinary diets are formulated with the precise ingredients and nutrients needed to address specific medical issues. Because these diets are formulated for medical issues, veterinary authorization is needed to advise you on the best way to give them to your pet and to monitor your pet's health while they are on the diet.
Can someone else (such as a caretaker or family member) place an order for my pet?
Yes, but we'll need them to contact us and provide the full name of the pet's owner after the order is placed. This is so the veterinary clinic can locate your pet's records when we contact them. Email us at vetdiet@chewy.com or call us 24/7 at 1-800-672-4399.
Do authorizations expire?
Yes. Your veterinarian will tell us when your authorization expires and how many refills you have before they'd like you to check back in with them.
Can I set up automatic refills? Yes. Sign up for Autoship at Checkout and select how often you need refills. We'll automatically ship your veterinary diets for as long as your authorization allows. If you run out of refills or your authorization expires, we'll automatically contact your veterinarian for a new authorization.
What if I have more questions? How can I reach the veterinary diets team at Chewy?
Email us at vetdiet@chewy.com, start a chat on Chewy.com, or call us anytime at 1-800-672-4399. We're here for you 24/7.

The PPVD Approach
Some cats experience health conditions that need to be managed by a veterinarian, sometimes through a special diet. Each formula from Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets (PPVD) is specifically formulated to help vets do just that! A group of Purina nutritionists, scientists and veterinarians have teamed up to establish different therapeutic diets and science-based recipes tailored to meet the unique needs of felines with certain health concerns.

Targeted Nutrition
Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets offers multiple nutritional options specifically tailored to a variety of cats with special needs. This product line includes gastroenteric formulas, kidney function formulas and more. Each diet is crafted with a specific nutrient profile to support your cat’s unique nutritional needs. Now he can enjoy delicious nutrition with a therapeutic purpose.
The Delicious Taste Cats Love
Not only is every recipe designed with your cat in mind, but they are also made with a great taste felines love. So every time you feed your cat, you can feel good knowing that he's not only getting a flavor he'll enjoy, but also the specific, targeted nutrition he needs.
Formulated by Experts
Trusted by pet parents, Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets' advanced nutrition is established through decades of research that has been supported by over 500 scientists, including veterinarians, behaviorists and nutritionists. This knowledge and experience have laid the groundwork for therapeutic pet foods designed to meet the nutritional needs of feline companions.
About Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets
Purina believes that every pet should eat well. That's why they've created a robust range of diets that tailor to the unique nutritional needs of dogs and cats with certain health conditions. From wet food to dry food and even treats, Purina crafts every recipe with high-quality, flavorful nutrition to help pets get the most out of every meal. Pets are their passion, safety is their promise, and innovation is their pledge.

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Kidney Care That Works
By BoadiceasMama on Jan 5, 2021
Our 15 yo tortie is diabetic and has early onset renal insufficiency, we’ve tried Hill’s kidney care which unfortunately was not tolerated. Our vet suggested the Purina Pro NF dry food and our fluffy has tolerated it very well, she likes the flavor and has no tummy issues!
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My cat seems to like it.
By Julie on Jan 22, 2021
Needed a kidney function dry food for my cat Gracie. She turned her nose up at the sample of another brand her veterinarian gave me to try. But she's eating this one which is a good thing!
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It's prescription so...
By J123 on Dec 7, 2020
This is a prescription food. A vet prescribed this. Kind of hard for me to evaluate the health effects. Flavor-wise, it's moderately good. The pieces are small and disc-shaped. Main disadvantage is that this is high in calories.
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Great Choice for Kidney Diet
By Charla on Nov 22, 2020
My cat had been on Science Diet KD. She didn't like it and did everything she could to try to steal one of the other cats' food. Her doctor switched her to Purina NF and now she doesn't leave her bowl until she's done and sometimes the other cats try to steal hers!
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Kidney Cats
By Babygirl on Dec 26, 2020
I rated a 1 star because the texture is good My cat will not eat this I have tried all the kidney foods with no success
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Purina Prescription Kidney Diet
By ALM1106 on Sep 4, 2020
My cats would not eat the two previous prescription diet dry food which my Veterinary prescribed, and I was very worried. Then I did a search on Chewy and found the Purina Pro Plan. My cats always liked Purina food - I used to give them a little as a treat, so I tried it after the Vet gave Chewy the okay for the prescription. I put some in a treat bowl and they came right over and started eating it. It is now in their regular food bowl and they eat it daily as the major part of their diet. Thank goodness for Chewy since now I feel relieved that my cats are getting some necessary prescription food that can save their lives!
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Finally a food my cat will eat!
By Wendy on Oct 4, 2020
I was looking for a a food for my 15 year old cat with kidney issues. I’ve tried a couple other brands of this special diet food for my cat and she wouldn’t eat it. Thankfully she loves this Purina food! She had no stomach issues switching over to it from her regular food. Thank you Chewy for the quick shipping and good price!
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Good food for not-picky cats
By Angie on Sep 12, 2020
My 9 year old cat was just diagnosed with early stage kidney disease, and my vet recommended switching him to Purina's NF foods. He gets both the wet food and dry food. My cat gobbles it up, however, he is NOT picky and will literally eat anything. The kibbles are very small, possibly the smallest I've seen for cat food. Not necessarily a negative, just different. I'll keep feeding him this until the vet says otherwise or until he stops eating it, but that's not likely. Thanks Chewy!
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Fussy Cat Approved
By MaineMumsie on Aug 20, 2020
My Griffin is an extremely finicky 18 year old Calico. She’ll readily eat a new food...for about a week. Then she turns her nose up at it and goes on a hunger strike. She also has a sensitivity to chicken based foods. A new diagnosis of chronic kidney disease added to the stress of finding something she COULD and WOULD eat. We are two weeks into this bag and so far, so good. It also seems to have improved upon her digestive habits helping her constipation and improving her regularity. Keeping my fingers crossed!
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Great service
By MaryAnn on Jan 7, 2021
Attentive and incredibly speedy delivery! Thank you so much. I will be returning.