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Instinct Be Natural Real Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Natural Dry Dog Food, 4.5 lbs.

Instinct Be Natural Real Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Natural Dry Dog Food, 4.5 lbs.


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Description

Natural nutrition begins here. Instinct BeNatural Real Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe starts with cage-free chicken and never contains filler, corn, wheat, soy or by-product meals or artificial preservatives and colors. Guided by our belief in the power of raw, each piece is tumbled with crushed freeze-dried raw chicken - raising the bar in nutrition and taste.

  • - Cage-free chicken is our first ingredient, making real animal proteins are our #1 and #2 ingredients followed by hearty whole grains
  • - No fillers - made without corn, wheat, soy, chicken or poultry by-product meal, brewer's rice, artificial colors or preservatives
  • - Delicious Taste - Tumbled in FreshDried raw fish for an irresistible flavor
  • - Supports Key Health Benefits - Healthy Digestion, Immune Health and Skin & Coat Health
  • - Made in the USA with the finest ingredients from around the world. Natural nutrition with added vitamins and minerals

Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.

Specifications

SKU2889667
LifestageAll Lifestages
Primary FlavorChicken
Primary BrandInstinct
Days to ShipShips Next Business Day
Weight4.5 LBS
Grain FreeNo
Personalized Item flagNo
Primary FlavorChicken
LifestageAll Lifestages
Length4 IN
Height14 IN
Width8 IN
Breed SizesMost Sizes

Chicken, Chicken Meal, Barley, Sorghum, Oatmeal, Brown Rice, Chicken Fat (preseved with Mixed Tocopherols), Turkey Meal, Ground Flaxseed, Fish Meal, Natural Flavor, Salt, Carrots, Potassium Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Biotin), Apples, Blueberries, Cranberries, Choline Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Ethylenediamine Dihydroiodide), L-Threonine, Dried Yeast, Freeze-Dried Pollock, Taurine, Yeast Culture, Pumpkin Seeds, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation Extract, Dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum Fermentation Extract, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Extract, Rosemary Extract. Dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum Fermentation Extract, Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Extract, Freeze Dried Chicken Liver, Pumpkinseeds, Freeze Dried Chicken Heart, Rosemary Extract.

Crude Protein (min): 25.0%, Crude Fat (min): 14.0%, Crude Fiber (max): 5.0%, Moisture (max): 10.0%, Vitamin A (min): 9,000 IU/kg, Vitamin E (min): 100 IU/kg, *Omega 3 Fatty Acids (min): 0.5%, *Omega 6 Fatty Acids (min): 2.4%, *Total Microorganisms (Lactobacillus acidophilus & Enterococcus faecium) (min): 60,000,000 CFU/lb, *Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles

All Instinct products are 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed. If you or your pet are not completely satisfied with this or any Instinct product, simply return the unused portion, along with the original sales receipt, to the retailer for a complete refund or replacement. Contact Us: 1-888-519-7387.

Ideal feeding amounts will vary by age, weight, and activity level so the guide below should be used as an initial recommendation. Daily Feeding Guidelines (standard 8 oz dry measuring cup): Adult Maintenance (cups per day): 5-15 lb: 1/2 - 1 1/4 cups; 16-25 lb: 1 1/4 - 1 3/4 cups; 26-50 lb: 1 3/4 - 3 cups; 51-75 lb: 3 - 4 cups; 76-100 lb: 4 - 5 cups Weight Loss (cups per day): 5-15 lb: 1/4 - 3/4 cup; 16-25 lb: 3/4 - 1 cup; 26-50 lb: 1 - 1 3/4 cups; 51-75 lb: 1 3/4 - 2 1/2 cups; 76-100 lb: 2 1/2 - 3 1/4 cups Puppies (Except Large Breed (70+lbs as an adult)): Feed up to twice the adult maintenance amount. Pregnant/Nursing Females: Feed up to three times the adult maintenance amount shown above. Dogs Greater Than 100 lbs: Add up to 3/4 cup for every 20 lbs. Transitioning to Instinct: Always introduce a new food over a period of 5 to 7 days, mixing increasing amounts of Instinct with the current food each day.

Description

Natural nutrition begins here. Instinct BeNatural Real Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe starts with cage-free chicken and never contains filler, corn, wheat, soy or by-product meals or artificial preservatives and colors. Guided by our belief in the power of raw, each piece is tumbled with crushed freeze-dried raw chicken - raising the bar in nutrition and taste.

  • - Cage-free chicken is our first ingredient, making real animal proteins are our #1 and #2 ingredients followed by hearty whole grains
  • - No fillers - made without corn, wheat, soy, chicken or poultry by-product meal, brewer's rice, artificial colors or preservatives
  • - Delicious Taste - Tumbled in FreshDried raw fish for an irresistible flavor
  • - Supports Key Health Benefits - Healthy Digestion, Immune Health and Skin & Coat Health
  • - Made in the USA with the finest ingredients from around the world. Natural nutrition with added vitamins and minerals

Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.

Specifications

SKU2889667
LifestageAll Lifestages
Primary FlavorChicken
Primary BrandInstinct
Days to ShipShips Next Business Day
Weight4.5 LBS

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40 out of 43 (93%) reviewers recommend this product

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Customers overwhelmingly praise this dry dog food for transforming their pets' health and digestion. Most report improved digestion, shinier coats, and increased energy, with many noting success for dogs with sensitive stomachs or food allergies. Reviewers consistently highlight that even picky eaters eagerly consume it, with several reporting resolved digestive issues and healthier skin. Customers commend the natural, clean ingredient list free from artificial additives. A few mention the kibble size runs large for smaller dogs, and some note recent formula changes affected their dogs' tolerance. Overall, most consider it a trusted, high-quality choice for dietary challenges.

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1 - 8 of 87 Reviews

34 Ratings-Only Reviews

Durable packing, a natural chicken smell, and quality ingredients makes this a great value for everyday feeding.

JosephC

4 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Instinct Be Natural Chicken & Brown Rice is a great everyday dog food with real chicken as the first ingredient, quality nutrition, and digestive support. The packaging is durable and easy to store, the food has a natural smell. Overall great value and a food I’d recommend to other dog owners.

Originally posted on instinctpetfood.com

Great ingredients, but my dogs didn’t really care

TaylorG

5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I think the ingredients are great, but my dogs didn’t seem to care to eat the dog food unfortunately. I liked that the packaging was resealable. The top part of the bag was a bit hard to tear off with my hands, but I’m sure scissors would have been much easier to open it. I wouldn’t buy it again since my dogs didn’t care for it.

Originally posted on instinctpetfood.com

Response from instinctpetfood.com:
5 months ago
CS
We’re sorry to hear that the food didn’t work out for your pet! We do have a 100% satisfaction guarantee, so you’re able to return the partially used food to where you purchased from for a refund or exchange. Just remember to bring your original purchase receipt. If you already tossed the package or receipt, please email cservice@instinctpetfood.com so can further assist. Thanks!

Kibble is poodle approved!

ElizabethF

5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I want to be able to feed my dog better than myself, and this fits the bill! The number one ingredient is chicken that is sourced from cage free chicken. My dog gets a hearty portion size for her weight, ensuring she will be full! She loves the smell and ran over as soon as I opened the bag. My dog liked the texture and she is usually very picky with kibbles. No soy and no fillers makes this allergy friendly for us!

Originally posted on instinctpetfood.com

My dogs love it!

BrittanyB

5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Both my dogs LOVE this food. It has all good ingredients with live probiotics which makes it top tier amongst the rest. I know with these quality ingredients, my dog will be healthy. Their coat also looks bright and thick since switching to this food. Also, I love that the packaging has a seal which will preserve the foods freshness. Price point is a little high but if it helps my dogs, I will continue to buy it.

Originally posted on instinctpetfood.com

Nice

MatthewR

5 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This product my dog really loves he seems to eat it and be content I would definitely pick up a bigger bag of this when I go to the grocery store, great product.

Originally posted on instinctpetfood.com

Happy puppy happy life

JaileneR

6 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] For a picky eater with tummy issues my sweet girl ate this up! I will say the smell is strong like kibble but looking into the ingredients, these aren’t as bad as a lot of other big name brands. And she loves it!! I love that the bag is resealable to make sure it doesn’t go stale. Would definitely purchase!

Originally posted on instinctpetfood.com

Great choice!

ElizabethB

6 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My dog loved this chicken and rice dog food. It smells good. It gave my dog positive energy. It stores well and has a long shelf life. It also has no allergies at all!!

Originally posted on instinctpetfood.com

Good Ingredients

ChassityC

6 months ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We received a bag of Instinct Natural Chicken and Brown Rice doggie food and it was a hit with our boy, Tango! He’s a picky eater but took right to Instinct food! He’s been eating it every day for a week! He likes the crunchiness and we have seen no allergenic reactions as we have with other brands. Thank you Influenster and Instinct Pet Food for choosing us to review your doggie food with a complimentary bag.

Originally posted on instinctpetfood.com

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Questions

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What is montmorillonite clay and what are the benefits of it and what is the nutritional value?

  1. From what I understand, it's a soft group of minerals that, when mixed with moisture, forms microscopic crystals that's known as clay. Benefits: Expels toxins and unwanted metals from the body. It has antibacterial properties to ward off viruses and pathogens such as E- coli. It provides sodium, calcium, hydrogen and oxygen. I did read up on it from the Web. There are more and more Vets using this.



Can I use this for dog’s that will grow to around 80 pounds?

  1. Yes, I've used it on my foster and he ended up being a little over 90#. It is really good food.



What amount would you feed a 35-50lb 5 yr old Female dog? Instinct Natural chicken 

  1. Hi there! You can find a recommended feeding guideline here on Petco's product page under the tab "directions'. You can also find one on our website under the tab "feeding guidelines". Thanks! https://www.instinctpetfood.com/dogs/be-natural/instinct-be-natural-real-chicken-brown-rice-recipe



Do I need to add water to your foods like other freeze dried brands?

  1. No, not to the dry dog food unless your furbaby likes it a bit moisten. My 3 love this dry even with a little bit of bananas which they go crazy over. Haha