Instinct Fresh Dried Patés Freeze-Dried Raw Rabbit Entrée for Cats

Novel Protein Rabbit Freeze-Dried Wet Food Alternative for Cats

Product Description

Instinct FreshDried Patés Freeze-Dried Raw Rabbit Entrée is an innovative freeze-dried raw cat food that reimagines everyday wet food using farm-raised rabbit as the primary protein. Made with rabbit, rabbit liver, rabbit kidney, rabbit lung, and complementary chicken alongside non-GMO vegetables and fruits, the whole-food ingredients are freeze-dried at peak freshness without high-heat processing to preserve natural nutrients and flavor. Simply add water or broth and serve in just 60 seconds as a customizable pâté. This is an especially excellent option for cats with sensitivities to more common proteins like chicken or fish, and for cats transitioning from canned wet food to a cleaner, less odorous raw alternative.

Benefits

• Novel Protein Formula: Made with rabbit as the lead ingredient alongside full rabbit organ inclusions, rabbit liver, rabbit kidney, and rabbit lung, making it ideal for cats with common protein sensitivities.
• Wet Food Reimagined: A minimally processed, nutrient-rich, hydrating alternative to traditional canned wet food freeze-dried at peak freshness without high-heat processing.
• Ready in 60 Seconds: Simply add water or bone broth to rehydrate into a familiar, customizable pâté texture cats love with no mess and no lingering odors.
• Space-Saving & Sustainable: One lightweight 13 oz bag replaces 15 x 3 oz cans, significantly reducing packaging waste, storage space, and cleanup.
• Clean Formula: Made without grain, corn, wheat, soy, potato, artificial colors, or preservatives.

Ingredients

Rabbit, Chicken, Chicken Heart, Chicken Liver, Rabbit Liver, Ground Flaxseeds, Montmorillonite Clay, Lactic Acid, Ground Miscanthus Grass, Pumpkin Seeds, Salmon Oil, Rabbit Kidney, Rabbit Lung, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Potassium Chloride, Carrots, Apples, Butternut Squash, Salt, Tricalcium Phosphate, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), Mixed Tocopherols (for freshness), Blueberries, Spinach, Rosemary Extract.

How to Use

Directions for Use

• Rehydrate: Add water or bone broth to the freeze-dried pâté and mix well to create a smooth, customizable pâté texture for your cat.
• Ready Time: Ready to serve in approximately 60 seconds once water or broth is added and thoroughly mixed.
• Pair with Broth: For extra flavor, nutrition, and hydration, pair with Instinct Bone Broth when rehydrating before serving.
• Transitioning: Introduce new food gradually over a period of 5 to 7 days, mixing increasing amounts of the new food while decreasing the current food each day.
• Fresh Water: Always provide access to clean, fresh water at all times alongside every meal.
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep the package sealed between feedings to maintain freshness and quality.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Transition Slowly: Always introduce new food gradually over 5 to 7 days to avoid digestive upset, particularly for cats new to raw or freeze-dried diets.
• Contains Chicken & Salmon Oil: While rabbit is the lead protein, this recipe also includes chicken and salmon oil; cats with sensitivities specifically to chicken or fish should be considered carefully before use.
• Handling: As with all raw food products, wash hands and bowls before and after serving to maintain proper food hygiene.
• Storage: Keep the package sealed between feedings and stored in a cool, dry place to preserve the quality and freshness of the freeze-dried raw ingredients.
• Feeding Amounts: Ideal feeding amounts vary by age, weight, and activity level.

Possible Side Effects

• Digestive Adjustment: Cats transitioning from cooked or canned food to a raw or freeze-dried diet may experience mild digestive changes; introducing gradually over 5 to 7 days helps minimize discomfort.
• Protein Sensitivities: Although rabbit is a novel protein, this recipe also contains chicken and salmon oil; cats with known sensitivities to poultry or fish should be introduced carefully and a veterinarian consulted if any adverse reactions occur.
• Overfeeding Risk: Always adjust feeding amounts based on your cat's individual weight, age, and activity level to avoid unintended weight gain over time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Why is the rabbit formula a good choice for cats with food sensitivities?

Ans: Rabbit is a novel protein that most cats have not been previously exposed to, making it less likely to trigger an immune or allergic response. It is a popular option for cats with known sensitivities to more common proteins like chicken, beef, or fish, and is often recommended by veterinarians for elimination diet protocols.

Q2: How do I prepare and serve this freeze-dried pâté?

Ans: Simply add water or bone broth to the freeze-dried rabbit pâté, mix well, and it is ready to serve in approximately 60 seconds. The texture is fully customizable based on the amount of liquid added. For extra flavor, nutrition, and hydration, pair with Instinct Bone Broth when rehydrating.

Q3: Does this recipe contain only rabbit, or are there other proteins?

Ans: In addition to rabbit, rabbit liver, rabbit kidney, and rabbit lung, this recipe also includes chicken, chicken heart, chicken liver, and salmon oil. Cats with confirmed sensitivities specifically to chicken or fish should be monitored when introduced, and a veterinarian should be consulted if any reactions occur.

Q4: What makes this a better alternative to traditional canned wet food?

Ans: Unlike canned wet food, which is cooked at high heat, this is freeze-dried at peak freshness with no high-heat processing, helping preserve natural nutrients and flavors. It also produces less odor, creates less mess, requires no refrigeration before opening, and one 13 oz bag replaces 15 x 3 oz cans of traditional wet food.

Q5: Is this a complete and balanced meal or a topper?

Ans: Based on its whole-food ingredient profile and Instinct's freeze-dried raw meal line, this is formulated as a complete everyday feeding option rather than a supplemental topper. Always check the package label for the complete and balanced statement specific to your cat's life stage before regular feeding.

Q6: Does it contain any grains, artificial ingredients, or fillers?

Ans: No, it is made without grain, corn, wheat, soy, potato, artificial colors, or preservatives. The formula uses minimally processed whole-food ingredients, including rabbit and rabbit organs, chicken, non-GMO vegetables and fruits, and added vitamins and minerals for complete daily nutrition.

Q7: Can I add bone broth instead of water when rehydrating?

Ans: Yes, Instinct recommends pairing this freeze-dried pâté with Instinct Bone Broth when rehydrating for an extra boost of flavor, nutrition, and hydration. This is especially helpful for picky eaters, senior cats, or cats that need additional moisture and encouragement at mealtime.

Q8: How should I transition my cat to this freeze-dried pâté?

Ans: Introduce the new food gradually over 5 to 7 days, mixing in increasing amounts with your cat's current food while decreasing the old food each day. A slow transition is especially important when moving cats from cooked or canned diets to raw or freeze-dried formats for the first time.

Q9: Is this suitable for cats that are new to raw feeding?

Ans: Yes, the FreshDried Patés format is specifically designed to bridge the gap between traditional canned wet food and raw feeding. Because it rehydrates into a familiar pâté texture, it is an accessible and easy-to-serve entry point for cats and pet parents new to the benefits of raw nutrition.

Q10: How should this product be stored after opening?

Ans: Keep the bag sealed tightly after each use and store it in a cool, dry place. Proper resealing between feedings preserves the quality, flavor, and nutritional integrity of the freeze-dried raw rabbit ingredients throughout the bag's life.