Wellness CORE Grain-Free Original Formula Dry Cat Food
Nourish your favorite feline’s primal essence with the protein-rich nutrition of Wellness CORE Grain-Free Original Formula Dry Cat Food. With deboned turkey and deboned chicken as the first two ingredients, this nutrient-dense, grain-free recipe contains all the protein needed to help your adult cat maintain lean, powerful muscles. It’s fortified with antioxidants, omega fatty acids and probiotics to make sure his immune system, skin and coat, and gastrointestinal systems stay healthy and strong throughout his long, active life. You can be sure your furry friend is getting everything he needs to thrive from the core with this premium-quality diet that contains no wheat, fillers, or artificial ingredients.
Key Benefits- Real deboned turkey and deboned chicken are the first two ingredients in this protein-rich, nutrient-dense recipe; contains no meat by-products or fillers.
- Flaxseed and salmon oil provide essential omega-3 fatty acids to support healthy skin and a smooth, lustrous coat.
- Antioxidants including cranberries offer naturally unique dietary contributions and overall immunity support.
- Fortified with vitamins and minerals for whole body health; proprietary Acticoat probiotic coating helps support healthy digestion.
- 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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Item Number119565
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Weight11.0 pounds
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Brand
Wellness CORE
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Food Form
Dry Food
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Lifestage
Adult
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Made in
United States
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Special Diet
Grain-Free, Gluten Free, No Corn No Wheat No Soy
Deboned Turkey, Deboned Chicken, Turkey Meal, Chicken Meal, Peas, Herring Meal, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Ground Potatoes, Tomato Pomace, Ground Flaxseed, Natural Chicken Flavor, Salmon Oil, Cranberries, Chicory Root Extract, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Vitamin E Supplement, Dried Kelp, Zinc Proteinate, Mixed Tocopherols (added to preserve freshness), Zinc Sulfate, Calcium Carbonate, Niacin, Iron Proteinate, Ferrous Sulfate, Yucca Schidigera Extract, 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.
Caloric Content3,977 kcal/kg or 497 kcal/cup
| Guaranteed Analysis | |
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| Crude Protein | 45.0% min |
| Crude Fat | 18.0% min |
| Crude Fiber | 3.0% max |
| Moisture | 10.0% max |
| Calcium | 2.1% max |
| Phosphorus | 1.60% max |
| Vitamin A | 25,000 IU/kg min |
| Vitamin E | 200 IU/kg min |
| Taurine | 0.20% min |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 4.75% min |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 1.25% min |
| Weight | Daily Feeding Dry Alone (cup) | Daily Combination Feeding (cup) |
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| 4 - 7 lbs | 1/4 - 1/2 | 1/4 + 3 oz Can |
| 7 - 10 lbs | 1/2 - 2/3 | 1/2 + 3 oz Can |
| 10 - 15 lbs | 2/3 - 3/4 | 2/3 + 3 oz Can |
| Cats over 15 lbs | Add up to 1/4 cup for each additional 2 lbs of body weight |
This food is formulated for adult, non-reproducing cats over one year old as kittens and pregnant or nursing mothers have special nutritional requirements. It is important to slowly transition your cat from his/her current diet as it takes a few days for the body to adapt to new nutrient levels. To transition, gradually mix in the new food over a 5 - 7 day period, increasing the amount of Wellness each day, so that you are feeding 100% Wellness® CORE® by day 7.
CORE is highly palatable so your cat may tend to eat more of this food. Watch initially to see if you need to adjust regular eating patterns. Give your cat access to clean, cool fresh water at all times and feed Wellness® CORE® wet food in combination whenever possible, to increase the level of water in your cat's diet. Nutrition is the foundation of wellbeing, but be sure to give your cat plenty of love, exercise and see your veterinarian regularly!
Supporting Your Cat's Optimal Health to the CORE
Wellness CORE follows the nutritional philosophy that pets, based on their primal ancestry, thrive on a diet mainly comprised of meat. CORE formulas are packed with quality animal protein without fillers or grains, plus botanicals and nutritional supplements. These unique, grain-free recipes support and nurture your pet, contributing to his inner wellbeing all the way through to his core.
Why is CORE Different?
Unlike many grain-free diets, Wellness CORE considers your pet's whole health by ensuring the overall nutritional equation remains appropriate for everyday feeding. Higher protein can also mean higher fat, minerals and calories. By thoughtfully selecting specialized ingredients and managing nutritional ratios, CORE delivers protein-focused nutrition thoughtfully - with balance, not excess.
Fresh, Whole Food Ingredients
Wellness CORE provides a balanced profile of high-quality, natural ingredients appropriate for everyday feeding. These grain-free recipes contain absolutely no meat by-products, artificial colors, flavorings, preservatives, corn, wheat or soy.
CRANBERRIES
Excellent source of Vitamin C and unique natural source of tannins (astringents found in plants) that help prevent harmful bacteria from thriving in the urinary tract.
DRIED KELP
Excellent source of iron, iodine, potassium and trace minerals as well as Vitamins A, D, B12 and folic acid, and has a high digestible protein level.
YUCCA SCHIDIGERA EXTRACT
Supplies good quantities of iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, selenium, and silicon, and is thought to reduce stool and urine odors.
CHICORY ROOT EXTRACT
Contains vitamin C, an antioxidant, and provides important health benefits as a natural source of inulin, a soluble fiber which serves as a prebiotic.
GROUND FLAXSEED
Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids which improve the shine of the pet's coat and high in fiber which helps move food through the digestive system.
About Wellness
As a pioneer in holistic nutrition, Wellness is always looking for new ways to help pets thrive. Their diverse team of animal lovers, nutritionists and vets has only one mission: to help you provide your pet a healthy, happy, long life through the power of natural nutrition. They're passionately picky from the first step to the last so they can guarantee each recipe delivers the Wellness Promise
87% Recommend
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By Harry on Jul 30, 2018
My cat eats a raw/wet diet. However, we put out crunchies for him in case he needs a mid-day snack and to promote dental health. This is one of the better dry foods, nutrition-wise. It's a nice texture and a good kibble size for an adult cat. I get the big bag, portion it into gallon-size freezer bags, and keep all but one in the freezer until it's needed. This helps keep it fresh, as a large bag lasts me about a year. As a part of a mostly-wet diet, this is an excellent dry option.
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By Annie on May 21, 2018
I love the ingredients but both my cats (even the one always hungry and eats everything) rejected this food. I realized over time that they both hate food (both dry and wet) with turkey as first ingredient (like me, lol). I wish they had a original version with chicken or duck as first ingredient. Both my cats love the dry food with those meat.
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By Annie on Jun 12, 2018
None of my three cats would touch this food. During the food transition, they picked each morsel of their old food out of this and would not eat any of this food. It doesn't really smell great even though it has better ingredients than their old food, so I guess I can't blame them.
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By JudithLenore on May 18, 2018
My cats wouldn't touch this food. I tried for five days. I surmised that they would prefer to starve than to eat this food. Wow! Why? This has never happened before. Big waste of money, right?
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By Suzid on Jul 16, 2018
I have one cat that is part feral, she needs a higher protein, so I mix this with another. It has gotten her weight down and she looks much better. Love getting a bigger bag I couldn't find in stores.
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By skareht on Jul 9, 2018
In the end, it comes down to whether my two cats will eat this, and so far so good! The kibble is probably the smallest size I've seen. It's flatter than regular Wellness dry good.
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By wellnessreview on Feb 2, 2018
I switched over to Wellness core as one of my cats was vomiting and my vet suggested Wellness as one of the brands to try. They were already on the Wellness wet food and transitioned them over to Wellness core dry food from Royal Canin. 1 cat in particular tends to be very fussy but he loves this food. One of things I noticed about my Burmese cat was how much more shiny his coat was looking and no vomiting since the switch over!. I highly recommend wellness core. My puppy is on the dog version and seems to be a hit in our household! I had read many reviews recommending this food and glad I switched over for the health of my cats! The wet food is also fantastic the cats eat every last bit!
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By kelly on Feb 8, 2018
I've been mixing this food with another brand for a few months now for my 4 cats - 1 male and 3 females. I chose this because it is a good brand and this particular formula supposedly has a lower amount of carbs compared to other dry foods. A very recent vet visit discovered my male cat has crystals in his urine (struvite). I started googling the foods I give them and found quite a few hits that mention this food and crystals. The other brand did not produce any results. I also have a friend who has had her cat on that brand (not wellness) for a few years with no issues. Disclaimer...The wellness brand does have 3x as many reviews as the alternate food so it is more likely the topic could come I've been mixing this food with another brand for a few months now for my 4 cats - 1 male and 3 females. I chose this because it is a good brand and this particular formula supposedly has a lower amount of carbs compared to other dry foods. A very recent vet visit discovered my male cat has crystals in his urine (struvite). I started googling the foods I give them and found quite a few hits that mention this food and crystals. The other brand did not produce any results. I also have a friend who has had her cat on that brand (not wellness) for a few years with no issues. Disclaimer...The wellness brand does have 3x as many reviews as the alternate food so it is more likely the topic could come up. But if you add in forum posts and google hits and I'm at least concerned about a possible link. If there is a link I would assume it is more complicated than than "the food causes crystals" and is dependent on a cat's biology so I doubt this is a factor for everyone. I also know "bad" reviews stand out more but I wanted to post this info just in case. All that being said, the only issue I had with this food previously was the smell. The food has a very fishy smell to it. My mom doesn't really notice it but I have a more sensitive nose so it bothers me. I put up with it because of the lower carb factor. I think it was supposed to be around 11%? Even if it was higher it was definitely under 30%. I do like the design of the packaging for the large bags since they reseal easily. The other brand I buy is a pain to close the bag. 3 of my 4 cats really like this food and the one who doesn't is just picky. … more
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By Juice on Jan 18, 2018
I rescued a 2 yr old cat with ribs showing and teeth worse than my 15 year old cats. Just horrible nutrition or lack of I guess. I did a lot of research on every type of grain free kibble. Wellness has everything I wanted. But she really does NOT like the taste! I added less and less of her old chow into the Wellness over three whole months. Now we start bag two without the fatty old chow and she acts like she will starve before eating it. I supplement with wet food but want her to be content with this for the price. Her fur, weight, everything has improved quickly but I may stop buying. I wish there was a way to get samples of some of these items.
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By Ocarinamoon on Mar 3, 2018
My cats are getting older and I wanted to get a more quality food for them. I have always heard good things about Wellness (I work at a veterinary clinic). I tried the senior diet, but they weren't big fans of it. I then tried this Wellness Core kind and it is a hit. They like the food, and I love the confidence I feel in feeding them a quality product! Overall would definitely recommend.
