Vital Essentials Duck Dinner Patties Grain-Free Limited Ingredient Freeze-Dried Cat Food, 8-oz bag
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Vital Cat Freeze-Dried Food
Give your cat a healthy boost of raw nutrition with Vital Cat freeze-dried cat food. Vital Cat Dinner Patties and Mini Nibs come in Duck, Chicken, Pork, Turkey and Rabbit flavors.

Raw Nutrition Boost
Felines naturally thrive on a raw diet, which promotes vitality and supports health and wellness in all breeds and life stages. Raw cat food makes essential nutrients easier to absorb, and it can soothe a sensitive stomach and even lessen the amount of waste your cat produces. A raw diet can also help your furry friend maintain an ideal weight, strong bones and firm muscle tone.
Limited Ingredient, Raw and Made in the USA
Vital Cat raw cat food is minimally processed, crafted from limited ingredients, and made and packaged in the USA. It contains no fillers, grain or artificial ingredients, just a wholesome meat-based recipe that’s nutritious and meets a cat’s instinctive cravings

100% Made In The USA
Raw cat food made with custom-sourced meats. Made and packaged in America’s heartland, for safety and integrity you can count on.

Limited Ingredient
Made using the fewest, most essential ingredients to provide high-quality nutrition, enticing taste and optimal digestibility.

Grain Free & Gluten Free
Vital Cat is certified gluten free, with no fillers like wheat, corn or soy, and no grains, rendered by-products or artificial ingredients.

Freeze-Dried Raw
Freeze-dried using a unique 48-hour process to preserve essential nutrients and lock in the real meat flavor cats love.
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Top Ingredients | Duck, Duck Gizzard, Duck Heart... | Turkey, Turkey Heart, Turkey Liver... | Chicken, Chicken Heart, Chicken Liver... | Rabbit, Rabbit Liver, Rabbit Heart... | Duck, Duck Gizzard, Duck Heart... |
Special Diet | Gluten Free, Grain-Free, Limited Ingredient Diet... | Gluten Free, Grain-Free, Limited Ingredient Diet... | Gluten Free, Grain-Free, Limited Ingredient Diet... | Gluten Free, Grain-Free, Limited Ingredient Diet... | Grain-Free, Raw, No Corn No Wheat No Soy, Pea-Free, High-Protein |
Food Flavor | Duck, Poultry | Turkey, Poultry | Chicken, Poultry | Rabbit, Meat | Duck, Poultry |
Health Feature | Urinary Tract Health, Skin & Coat Health, Shedding Control | Urinary Tract Health, Shedding Control, Skin & Coat Health | Urinary Tract Health, Shedding Control, Skin & Coat Health | Urinary Tract Health, Shedding Control, Skin & Coat Health | High Protein |
Food Form | Freeze-Dried | Freeze-Dried | Freeze-Dried | Freeze-Dried | Freeze-Dried |
16 Customer Questions
How many patties are included in each bag? I don't see it listed anywhere.
Answer by THX1138 • Dec 04, 2021
From below: 'While the patties are going to be packaged based on weight, there may be close to 13-14 mini patties per 8 ounce bag'
Why no taurine listed? Cats really need the supplement taurine to be healthy
Answer by • Feb 28, 2018
Taurine is a naturally occurring amino acid mostly found in muscle meat and organs like heart, kidney and liver and in seafood. Since this product contains Finely Ground Duck With Bone, Duck Heart, Duck Liver and Duckgizzard a taurine supplement isn't needed.
Remove as much air as possible when closing zipper and store in cool, dark place. Best if fed within 30 days of opening." So, this means that it does NOT have to be frozen again? I am confused. These are frozen patties that do not have to be frozen?
Answer by • Mar 01, 2018
These patties are freeze-dried. This can be fed as is or rehydrated with warm water. After adding water, let sit for a few minutes and then serve. To maximize freshness, do not break original seal until ready to use. Remove as much air as possible when closing zipper and store in cool, dark place. Best if fed within 30 days of opening.
What is the carb percentage on dry basis?
Answer by • Jan 04, 2021
Due to the fact that Vital Essentials entrees do not contain any fruits, vegetables, or grains; there is less than 1% carbohydrate content. This small amount of carbohydrates is naturally occurring from animal tissues.