Instinct® Raw Boost Kibble + Freeze-Dried Raw All Life Stage Dry Dog Food - Raw, Grain Free, Chicken

by Instinct

Overall Score: 92/100

Ingredients

1. beef (protein)
2. cage-free chicken (protein)
3. simply return the unused portion (other)
4. along with the original sales receipt (other)
5. High Protein Kibble + Freeze-Dried Raw\u003cli\u003eCage-free chicken is the first ingredient - packed with animal protein for strong (protein)
6. lean muscles\u003cli\u003eFreeze-Dried Raw - All natural (other)
7. protein packed (other)
8. minimally processed bites of real chicken\u003cli\u003eProbiotic boost (protein)
9. higher Omegas* and more antioxidants* for digestive health (other)
10. healthy skin \u0026 coat (other)
11. and immune health (*compared to Instinct Original)\u003cli\u003eMade without - grain (other)
12. potato (carbohydrate)
13. corn (carbohydrate)
14. wheat (carbohydrate)
15. soy (carbohydrate)
16. by-product meal (other)
17. Grain Free (other)
18. Natural (other)
19. Gluten Free\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cb\u003eHealth Consideration:\u003c/b\u003e General Health (other)
20. Digestive Care (other)
21. Muscle Tone (other)
22. Skin \u0026 Coat (other)
23. Dental Care (other)
24. Immune System (other)
25. Chicken Meal (protein)
26. Peas (carbohydrate)
27. Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols) (protein)
28. Tapioca (carbohydrate)
29. Dried Yeast (other)
30. Turkey Meal (protein)
31. Sweet Potatoes (carbohydrate)
32. Freeze-Dried Chicken (protein)
33. Ground Flaxseed (fat)
34. Fish Meal (protein)
35. Natural Flavor (additive)
36. Dried Tomato Pomace (fiber)
37. Freeze-Dried Chicken Liver (protein)
38. Pumpkin Seeds (other)
39. Salt (mineral)
40. Freeze-Dried Chicken Heart (protein)
41. Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement (other)
42. Vitamin A Supplement (vitamin)
43. Niacin Supplement (vitamin)
44. Thiamine Mononitrate (vitamin)
45. d-Calcium Pantothenate (other)
46. Riboflavin Supplement (vitamin)
47. Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (other)
48. Vitamin B12 Supplement (vitamin)
49. Folic Acid (vitamin)
50. Vitamin D3 Supplement (vitamin)
51. Biotin) (other)
52. Apples (other)
53. Blueberries (other)
54. Cranberries (other)
55. Carrots (other)
56. Montmorillonite Clay (other)
57. Miscanthus Grass (fiber)
58. Minerals (Zinc Proteinate (other)
59. Iron Proteinate (mineral)
60. Copper Proteinate (mineral)
61. Manganese Proteinate (mineral)
62. Sodium Selenite (mineral)
63. Ethylenediamine Dihydriodide) (other)
64. Potassium Chloride (mineral)
65. Choline Chloride (vitamin)
66. Taurine (additive)
67. Yeast Culture (other)
68. Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product (additive)
69. Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product (other)
70. Dried Aspergillus oryzae Fermentation Extract (other)
71. Dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum Fermentation Extract (other)
72. Dried Bacillus subtilis Fermentation Extract (other)
73. Salmon Oil (protein)
74. Rosemary Extract.\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGuaranteed Analysis:\u003c/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Crude Protein (min): 32.0% (other)
75. Crude Fat (min): 16.5% (other)
76. Crude Fiber (max): 3.0% (other)
77. Moisture (max): 9.0% (other)
78. Zinc (min): 120 mg/kg (other)
79. Selenium (min): 0.6 mg/kg (other)
80. Vitamin A (min): 18 (other)
81. 000 IU/kg (other)
82. Vitamin E (min): 250 IU/kg (other)
83. *Omega 3 Fatty Acids (min): 0.60% (other)
84. *Omega 6 Fatty Acids (min): 2.80% (other)
85. *Total Microorganisms (Lactobacillus acidophilus and Enterococcus faecium) (min): 80 (other)
86. 000 CFU/lb (other)
87. *Taurine (min): 0.1% (other)
88. *Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles\r\n\u003cbr\u003e \r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCaloric Content: \u003c/b\u003e3740 kcal/kg (other)
89. 412 kcal/cup\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFEEDING INSTRUCTIONS\u003c/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \r\nIdeal feeding amounts will vary by age (other)
90. weight (other)
91. and activity level so the guide below should be used as an initial recommendation. Divide the cups per day by the number of feedings per day. Be sure to always provide clean (other)
92. fresh water (other)

Ingredient concerns

• Corn (medium concern): Corn is one of the most common allergens in dogs, though true corn allergies are relatively rare compared to protein allergies. Often used as an inexpensive filler to increase bulk. While it does provide digestible carbohydrates, its prominence in ingredient lists (especially as multiple corn-derived ingredients) can indicate a lower-quality formulation.
• Wheat (medium concern): Wheat is a common allergen in dogs and cats. While it provides digestible carbohydrates and some protein, it is frequently used as an inexpensive filler. Pets with wheat sensitivities may experience skin irritation, gastrointestinal upset, or chronic ear infections.
• Soy (medium concern): Soy is a common allergen in dogs and cats. It contains phytoestrogens that may affect hormonal balance, though the clinical significance in pets is not fully established. Often used as an inexpensive protein and carbohydrate filler. Most soy in pet food is genetically modified.
• Peas (low concern): Peas and other legumes have been associated with the FDA investigation into a potential link between grain-free diets high in legumes and dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs. While a definitive causal relationship has not been established, the FDA continues to investigate. Peas are frequently used in grain-free formulations as a primary carbohydrate and protein source.
• Sodium Selenite (low concern): Sodium selenite is an inorganic form of selenium with a narrower safety margin than organic forms (such as selenium yeast). It has lower bioavailability and higher potential for toxicity at elevated levels compared to organic selenium sources. Some premium pet foods use selenium yeast instead as a safer alternative.

Guaranteed analysis (dry-matter basis)

On a dry-matter basis (water removed for a fair wet-vs-dry comparison): protein 35.2%, fat 18.1%, fiber 3.3%, ash 7.7%, carbohydrate 35.7%. By calories: 30.6% from protein, 38.3% from fat, 31.1% from carbohydrate.

AAFCO compliance

This food meets the AAFCO adult dog nutrient minimums we can verify — protein 35.2% vs 18% minimum, fat 18.1% vs 5.5% minimum.

Dry food, grain-free.

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