Wellness CORE Grain-Free Indoor Formula Dry Cat Food, 12-lb bag

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  • High-Protein
  • Gluten Free
  • No Corn No Wheat No Soy
  • Weight Control
  • Grain-Free
  • Hairball Control
  • Urinary Tract Health
  • Digestive Health
  • Skin & Coat Health
  • Immune Support
  • Weight Management
  • Made in USA
  • All Lifestages

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  • Real deboned chicken is the very first ingredient in this protein-rich, nutrient-dense recipe; contains no meat by-products or fillers.
  • Flaxseed provides essential omega-3 fatty acids to support healthy skin and coat; added glucosamine and chondroitin supports joint function.
  • L-Carnitine helps the body utilize fat, while natural fiber helps maintain healthy weight; proprietary Acticoat probiotic coating helps support healthy digestion.
  • Fortified with vitamins and minerals for whole body health; antioxidants including cranberries support overall immunity support.
  • Made in the USA from the world’s finest ingredients without the use of wheat, wheat-gluten, corn, soy or eggs; contains no artificial preservatives, colors or flavors.

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Wellness CORE+

Wellness CORE+ cat food recipes provide high-protein, natural nutrition, with high-quality ingredients that support whole-body health. Every recipe is specially crafted to support the five signs of well-being and your cat's unique health needs.

Discover the Five Signs of Well-Being

Wellness CORE+ is made with high-quality ingredients carefully selected to help support sustained energy, healthy digestion, healthy skin and coat, immune health, and healthy teeth and bones.

Mix & Match

Creating a tailored diet for your furry friend is easy with CORE+ specialized wet and dry cat food diets. Wellness CORE+ comes in various flavors and formulas like Indoor, Immune Health, Skin & Coat, Hairball, Healthy Weight, and Digestive Health.

Targeted Nutrition

Choose wet or dry formulas made with proteins like real chicken or salmon, plus specialized solutions for digestion, healthy skin and coat, and weight control. They’re all made with wholesome ingredients to deliver complete and balanced nutrition.

About Wellness

With Wellness Pet Food, your dog and cat get balanced, nutrient-rich meals with proven benefits you can see and they can taste. Perfected with flavors they can’t resist. Feed Well. Be Well.

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Questions & Answers

21 Customer Questions

What are PHOS/MAG/ASH levels of this dry? I need to curb bladder stones and blockage and want something other than Rx food filled with fillers and junk food.

Answer by Chewy • Nov 27, 2020
The ash is 8.31%, magnesium is 0.14%, and the phosphorus is 1.3% (all on an as fed basis).

is this fish-free? My cat is allergic to fish products

Answer by Chewy • Feb 05, 2018
The Ingredients in this recipe are: Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Turkey Meal, Peas, Potatoes, Potato Protein, Tomato Pomace, Pea Fiber, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Chicken Flavor, Ground Flaxseed, Cranberries, Chicory Root Extract, Choline Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Mixed Tocopherols Added to Preserve Freshness, Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Calcium Carbonate, Niacin, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Dried Kelp, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Beta-Carotene, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Chondroitin Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Selenite, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), Dried Lactobacillus Plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract.

Where are ingredients sourced from and where is it made?

Answer by Chewy • Oct 16, 2018
Wellness manufacturer's their formulas in the USA and sources their ingredients primarily from the United States. Proteins like venison, lamb rabbit and salmon meal are sourced from New Zealand, Australia, Italy and Chile. A small portion of the mixed tocopherols and green tea extract are sourced from China. These ingredients are part of the natural preservative in the food and are less than 1% of total ingredients.

"Does this food support a healthy PH? If so what is the range?"

Answer by Chewy • Jun 27, 2018
WellPet feline diets are formulated to yield a urine pH of 6.2 to 6.6 for dry and 6.1 to 6.6 for canned and pouches. Study results confirm that Wellness diets are safe for the majority of the feline population. Other factors that may affect a cat's pH are: 1) meal fed vs. free-feeding, 2) amount of fresh water intake during feeding, and 3) genetics.
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442 Customer Reviews

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Anna on Dec 20, 2025

Wellness Core changed recipe and made my cat sick

I've been using Wellness Core for almost ten years now but recently my cat started having major gi issues like constant vomiting and terrible smelling diarrhea

I've been using Wellness Core for almost ten years now but recently my cat started having major gi issues like constant vomiting and terrible smelling diarrhea. I suspected it was his food and decided to change brands and now his gi issues are completely gone and he's back to being his usual playful, happy self!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Elliott on Nov 6, 2025

Quality ingredients

We have one elderly cat and one cat with digestive issues. The older cat’s fur was dry and flat when we first switched to this food, within a month or two her coat

We have one elderly cat and one cat with digestive issues. The older cat’s fur was dry and flat when we first switched to this food, within a month or two her coat improved considerably and is now soft and fluffy. She has more energy and gets around better. The vet recommended an expensive prescription brand, but I understand that the ingredients in this food are of even better quality than many of those brands. Our cat with the digestive issues has had huge improvements in her condition too. No more vomiting or runny bowels. Honestly a great food at a reasonable price. I am grateful for wellness core and the improvements it’s made in all of our cat’s health.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Suzanne on Jan 27, 2026

Good Food - Well received

LT took to it from first bite which surprised me. I've researched and what's in most common brands is scary. Kibbles are smaller than average which is a major p

LT took to it from first bite which surprised me. I've researched and what's in most common brands is scary. Kibbles are smaller than average which is a major plus.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Robert on Dec 22, 2025

My vet recommended it. My cat likes it.

I have one cat that eats this in addition to a wet food. I let the kibble feeder dispense one portion a day and will augment it with a few manual cycles one every

I have one cat that eats this in addition to a wet food. I let the kibble feeder dispense one portion a day and will augment it with a few manual cycles one every few days .

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By George on Jan 22, 2026

Quality Food

Quality food without the junk fillers. Trouble likes it, but he is still getting accustomed to the change from Purina One.

Quality food without the junk fillers. Trouble likes it, but he is still getting accustomed to the change from Purina One.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Mark on Feb 2, 2026

When I opened the bag I notice had terrible smell.

Cat would not even go near it. You might want to check into this product it. I think it had spoiled.

Cat would not even go near it. You might want to check into this product it. I think it had spoiled.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Tessa on Oct 27, 2025

My cats eat it so fast!

Both of my cats LOVE this food. We do slow feeding through tumble mice and they keep at it until they finish. Other cat foods we noticed our kitties wouldn’t finish

Both of my cats LOVE this food. We do slow feeding through tumble mice and they keep at it until they finish. Other cat foods we noticed our kitties wouldn’t finish and they would vomit a lot. We no longer have vomiting issues.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Renee on Nov 10, 2025

Our cats love it!

Our two cats prefer Wellness dry food to their canned food! Portion control is essential - our cats would eat the whole bag if given the opportunity!

Our two cats prefer Wellness dry food to their canned food! Portion control is essential - our cats would eat the whole bag if given the opportunity!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Lisa on Dec 28, 2025

Happy cat

Since my older cat has been on this food. She overall has improved.

Since my older cat has been on this food. She overall has improved.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Polly on Oct 10, 2025

She was so sweet. Loved being petted and cuddling

Layla is so sweet. Shes a cuddler...a lover not a fighter. Her sister jinx loves to play with her. She is a sweet soul

Layla is so sweet. Shes a cuddler...a lover not a fighter. Her sister jinx loves to play with her. She is a sweet soul