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ORIJEN Original Recipe Grain Free High Protein Premium Dry Cat Food, 7 lbs.

ORIJEN Original Recipe Grain Free High Protein Premium Dry Cat Food, 7 lbs.

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7 LBS
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Description

ORIJEN Original Cat Food provides peak nourishment with a protein-rich recipe to help your cat thrive. This grain free dry cat food kibble offers a biologically appropriate recipe to help support digestion, a shiny coat, healthy skin and heart health. Made with 90% animal ingredients*, this high protein cat food features an authentic ORIJEN WholePrey recipe with the most nutrient-dense, succulent parts of the prey to deliver the nutrition cats need. The first five ingredients of this ORIJEN cat food are fresh or raw** free-run*** chicken and turkey, whole mackerel, turkey giblets and flounder. Nourish as Nature Intended. *Approximate and derived from the unprocessed state of the ingredients **Our fresh ingredients use refrigeration as the sole method of preservation and our raw ingredients are frozen at their peak freshness ***Our free-run chickens and turkeys are not housed in cages and are able to move in a barn without outdoor access.

  • - ORIJEN dry cat food helps supports digestion, shiny coat, healthy skin and heart health for cats of all life stages
  • - Biologically Appropriate high protein recipe made with 90% animal ingredients* to deliver the nutrition cats need to thrive
  • - First five ingredients of this ORIJEN cat food are fresh or raw* free-run*** chicken and turkey, whole mackerel, turkey giblets and flounder
  • - Cat food kibble is freeze-dried coated, with ORIJEN WholePrey ingredients that feature the most succulent parts of the prey

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

Specifications

SKU3896383
LifestageAll Lifestages
Primary FlavorChicken
Primary BrandORIJEN
Days to ShipShips Next Business Day
Weight7 LBS
Grain FreeYes
Personalized Item flagNo
Primary FlavorChicken
LifestageAll Lifestages
Length9.1 IN
Height16.25 IN
Width4.33 IN
Breed SizesMost Sizes

Chicken, turkey, whole herring, turkey giblets (liver, heart, gizzard), salmon, dehydrated chicken, dehydrated turkey, dehydrated salmon, dehydrated chicken liver, dehydrated egg, whole red lentils, whole pinto beans, whole green lentils, chicken liver, eggs, chicken fat, natural chicken flavor, whole navy beans, whole chickpeas, whole peas, pollock oil, lentil fiber, chicken hearts, choline chloride, whole cranberries, dried kelp, mixed tocopherols (preservative), vitamin E supplement, zinc proteinate, whole pumpkin, whole butternut squash, collard greens, whole apples, whole pears, thiamine mononitrate, copper proteinate, niacin, pyridoxine hydrochloride, dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, dried chicory root, turmeric, sarsaparilla root, althea root, rosehips, juniper berries, citric acid (preservative), rosemary extract.

Crude protein 40% min, Crude fat 20% min, Crude fiber 3% max, Moisture 10% max, DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) 0.2% min, EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) 0.2% min, Calcium 1.4% min, Phosphorus 1.0% min, Magnesium 0.1% min, Taurine 0.2% min, Omega-6 fatty acids* 3.5% min, Omega-3 fatty acids* 0.8% min, Total Microorganisms* 100 Million CFU/lb, (Bacillus coagulans), *Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.

Description

ORIJEN Original Cat Food provides peak nourishment with a protein-rich recipe to help your cat thrive. This grain free dry cat food kibble offers a biologically appropriate recipe to help support digestion, a shiny coat, healthy skin and heart health. Made with 90% animal ingredients*, this high protein cat food features an authentic ORIJEN WholePrey recipe with the most nutrient-dense, succulent parts of the prey to deliver the nutrition cats need. The first five ingredients of this ORIJEN cat food are fresh or raw** free-run*** chicken and turkey, whole mackerel, turkey giblets and flounder. Nourish as Nature Intended. *Approximate and derived from the unprocessed state of the ingredients **Our fresh ingredients use refrigeration as the sole method of preservation and our raw ingredients are frozen at their peak freshness ***Our free-run chickens and turkeys are not housed in cages and are able to move in a barn without outdoor access.

  • - ORIJEN dry cat food helps supports digestion, shiny coat, healthy skin and heart health for cats of all life stages
  • - Biologically Appropriate high protein recipe made with 90% animal ingredients* to deliver the nutrition cats need to thrive
  • - First five ingredients of this ORIJEN cat food are fresh or raw* free-run*** chicken and turkey, whole mackerel, turkey giblets and flounder
  • - Cat food kibble is freeze-dried coated, with ORIJEN WholePrey ingredients that feature the most succulent parts of the prey

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

Specifications

SKU3896383
LifestageAll Lifestages
Primary FlavorChicken
Primary BrandORIJEN
Days to ShipShips Next Business Day
Weight7 LBS

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4.6
341 out of 381 (90%) reviewers recommend this product

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Customers overwhelmingly praise this cat food for its high-quality, meat-based ingredients and grain-free formula. Most report their cats—including picky eaters—eagerly devour meals and lick bowls clean, with noticeably shinier coats, increased energy, and better digestion. Reviewers consistently highlight improved litter box odor and trust the high-protein, low-carb composition aligns with natural feline dietary needs. While acknowledging the premium price, the vast majority consider it justified and would not switch back. A few report digestive sensitivities or packaging concerns, but these represent a small fraction of feedback overwhelmingly outweighed by positive experiences.

Most Helpful Favorable Review

Great food, but may we get a resealable bag?

MichelleX

7 years ago

Cats & Kitten LOVE this food, I love the non-smelly bowel movements (even with t...

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I think it’s okay?

6 years ago

I’ve purchased this food because I was told it the best.. in which is actually m...

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268 Ratings-Only Reviews

Purrrfect cat food

Lylah327

2 months ago
Great pure ingredients for my aging cat 11 years old

Yes, I recommend this product.

Helpful?
Response from petco.com:
2 months ago
Customer Care
Thank you for your feedback! We strive to provide high-quality, healthy options for senior pets, and we hope your 11-year-old cat continues to love and thrive on this food!

High quality food that your cats will enjoy

Aqua-D

3 months ago
High quality food. I've transitioned 3 cats from various other dry foods to Orijen without issue. The cats readily accept the new food and I didn't need to have an extended transition period. My prior 2 cats and current 3 cats are all able to free feed without overeating.

Originally posted on Orijen

no more throw up

Jordan

7 months ago
my cat used to throw up multiple times a day eating science diet perfect digestion. switched to this, and he hasn't puked in a week.

Yes, I recommend this product.

Helpful?
Response from petco.com:
6 months ago
Customer Care
We’re so glad to hear the ORIJEN Cat High Protein Fresh & Raw Animal Ingredients Dry Food has made such a positive difference for your cat. It’s wonderful knowing the switch helped reduce those daily stomach issues and that your cat is feeling better. Thank you!
Response from :
6 months ago
Champion Pet Foods Customer Care
Thank you so much Jordan for taking the time to share your review of ORIJEN! We appreciate your feedback! <img src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/stratos-logos/logos/orijen.png" alt="orijen" title="orijen" style="display: block !important; margin-top: 2em !important; border: 1px solid #ccc !important; padding: 2px !important; background-color: white !important;" /> <!--[if ReviewResponse]><![endif]-->

Happy Kitty

Debbie M

10 months ago
It has a very strong smell that even took my cat a bit to get used to. He is 8 month's old, so I blended his other kibble. He loves it! His coat is so shiny and have noticed his poop isnt as smelly. One smell for the other Eh 😁

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Response from :
10 months ago
Champion Pet Foods Customer Care
Thank you so much, Debbie M, for taking the time to leave us a great review! We appreciate your loyalty to ORIJEN! <img src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/stratos-logos/logos/orijen.png" alt="orijen" title="orijen" style="display: block !important; margin-top: 2em !important; border: 1px solid #ccc !important; padding: 2px !important; background-color: white !important;" /> <!--[if ReviewResponse]><![endif]-->

Amazing high quality dry food

Rebecca

11 months ago
This dry food was recommended to me by a cat owner in a Petco store. He told me a lot of dertails about the quality of this dry food as compared to others . He admitted the price was high but said it was all he would feed his cats. I was intrigued and have been buying since. Both our cats love it especially the one who seems to prefer dry food. I also buy wet food and a cheaper dry food so this goes a long way.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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11 months ago
Champion Pet Foods Customer Care
Thank you so much, Rebecca, for sharing your positive experience with ORIJEN. Your support means the world to us! <img src="https://s3.amazonaws.com/stratos-logos/logos/orijen.png" alt="orijen" title="orijen" style="display: block !important; margin-top: 2em !important; border: 1px solid #ccc !important; padding: 2px !important; background-color: white !important;" /> <!--[if ReviewResponse]><![endif]-->

She loves it!!!!

Chilin18

1 year ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] So I received this Orijen Grain Free High Protein Premium Dry Cat Food. As you can see my cat loves it. The size of the pebble was perfect. I enjoyed the fact that the ingredients were very clean. I was able to introduce the food without mixing it. The bag it self was premium looking, very easy to open and close.

Originally posted on Home Tester Club

Healthy protein packed option!

charchar308

1 year ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This grain free dry cat food is packed with a protein blend containing cuts of meat, poultry and seafood along with nutrient-rich organ meats that mimic the type of prey a cat would eat in the wild. I personally love that this food is such a quality product that contains up to 90% of natural ingredients and that it offers a nutrient-dense option. While it did take a bit of time to adjust, my cat has definitely enjoyed this food and has done well with transitioning from its previous food. Eating less at once, but seem to be satisfied probably due to its high protein content, which is a plus as well.

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VERY DISAPPOINTED !!!!!

Wendy

1 year ago
I was a loyal customer of this food CAT & KITTEN formula until they sold the company, and not only did they change the recipe/formula but if you do a comparison CANADIAN vs USA formula analysis you will quickly see the ingredient are not the same. One example is they omitted the Salmon and replaced it with some lower quality fish with less Omega 3. looks like Canadian version proteins have been swapped out for a lesser quality than USA version. ill be changing Cat food. DO BETTER ORIJEN!!!!!! VERY DISAPPOINTED.

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Questions

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I have a 7 year old cat. She has upset stomach with any dry cat food. Will this dry food help her?

  1. The most appropriate diet can vary depending on the individual cat and their specific needs. If you would like personalized product recommendations, please contact our Customer Care team and we would be happy to discuss the available options with you. You can email us at customercare@championpetfoods.com



Why can't /won't Champion Pet Foods Customer Svc be fully transparent with their answers to questions, answer all ?s, rather than answering a select few questions and the rest informing customers to contact them, as many of us have the same questions???

  1. Hi FelineMamaOf2, thank you for sharing your honest feedback. If you have further concerns or inquiries, you may contact us toll free at 1-877-939-0006 or customercare@championpetfoods.com.



I have a twelve-year-old cat that has diabetes is this food good for him? He needs to eat high protein and no carbs.

    I have a cat that has constipation issues continuously, will this food help him. Is it easy for cats to Digest?

    1. Try incorporating ground pumkin seeds for constipation, it has the fiber and alot of nutrition and all you do is get quality pumpkin seeds (not the cheap ones) and then put them in the blender or processor and gring to a meal, put in container to store in fridge...give two tablspooon in wet food or add some water and our cats love it.  It helps to make a stool, also steam fresh pumpkin, freeze in chunks then add to their food.  Both will cure constipation as both are high in fiber. When I don't have pumkin I just use any squash. Best of luck.



    will it be healthy for ferrets

      What is the difference between Original and Guardian 8?

        Could you please tell me what the amount of phosphorus is in you raw cat foods?

        1. Hi Phileta! "Fresh & Raw" refers to the ingredients prior to cooking. The end product no longer contains raw ingredients as they have been through the extrusion process. The Phosphorus in this diet is 1% as fed. Please reach out to our Customer Care team f you have any additional questions: customercare@championpetfoods.com



        Why does the Orijen Cat and Kitten package no longer show the word "kitten", yet the description under the bag shows "Cat and Kitten". The first bag I bought showed "Cat and Kitten" on the bag - now I can only find the bag that says "Cat"

        1. To make it easier for Pet Lovers to choose a suitable diet, we have separated ORIJEN Cat & Kitten into new ORIJEN Original for adult cats and ORIJEN Kitten for growing kittens. We would recommend the new ORIJEN Kitten formula if your cat is under one year of age.



        I see this was changed from Cat & Kitten to just cat, and theres now a seperate kitten food.. Is the recipe the same? Should I swap my kitten over to the kitten diet? Thanks!

        1. We have separated ORIJEN Cat & Kitten into new ORIJEN Original for adult cats and ORIJEN Kitten for growing kittens. If you have a kitten, we would recommend feeding ORIJEN Kitten.



        Does anyone know how many cups of food are in this size bag? I'm looking for a storage canister, thank you! My cat loves this food!

        1. There are approximately 48 cups in the 12lb bag and 16 cups in the 4lb bag. We are glad to hear that your cat loves ORIJEN!