Why is there tapioca in this product? This a starch that turns to sugar. Why are you using it as a thickening agent?

I don't know, but I have used tapioca starch instead of corn starch in gravy and in stir fry as a thickening agent--it may be that the Instinct is supporting its grain free claim since, according to Wikipedia,tapioca is "...extracted from cassava root (Manihot esculenta). This species is native to the northeast region of Brazil..."

How many calories per cup are in this kitten food?

Hi Alvin! My name is Cait and I work with Nature's Variety. There are 552 kcals per cup in Instinct Original kibble for kittens.

Can I add water to make it more like the wet formula? I was gifted the dry kibble, but my kitten has been eating the wet food since I got her

You can soak it in warm water. It takes a while to soften up. Then you can mix it in with the wet food. Eventually the kitten will learn to eat it separate from the the wet food. I foster kittens and sometimes it takes a while for them to learn to eat the dry food.

What is the difference between this and the adult cat version?

I don’t see any difference in the ingredients from kitten or adult. I would think the kitten food ( which I did use) would be easier on their digestive track. When they were one, I switched to adult. They both like the turkey. I give wet in am and dry in evening. They are very healthy and indoor only.

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Original Kitten Dry Cat Food, Raw Coated Kibble, High Protein, Grain Free Recipe - Real Chicken, 4.5 lb. Bag

Original Kitten Dry Cat Food, Raw Coated Kibble, High Protein, Grain Free Recipe - Real Chicken, 4.5 lb. Bag

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Brand
Instinct
Flavor
Kitten
Age Range (Description)
Kitten
Item Form
Pellet
Specific Uses For Product
Brain Health

🌾grain-free recipe

🍗81% animal protein

❄️freeze-dried raw coating

Description

🐾 Elevate your kitten’s mealtime with raw-powered nutrition!

RAW FLAVOR BOOST - Freeze-dried raw coating locks in irresistible taste & nutrition
CLEAN PURE FORMULA - Grain-free, no fillers or preservatives for a natural diet
BRAIN BEAUTY SUPPORT - DHA and antioxidants promote sharp minds & shiny coats
POWER PACKED PROTEIN PUNCH - 81% animal ingredients fuel lean muscle & growth
CRAFTED WITH CARE IN THE USA - Premium global ingredients, made locally for quality assurance

Original Kitten Dry Cat Food offers a high-protein, grain-free formula featuring 81% animal-based ingredients including cage-free chicken. Its unique freeze-dried raw coating enhances flavor and nutrition while supporting healthy growth, brain development, and a shiny coat. Made in the USA with premium natural ingredients, this 4.5 lb bag delivers a wholesome, minimally processed diet for your growing kitten.

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Number of Items	1
Item Weight	4.5 Pounds
Unit Count	72 Ounce
Occasion	Birthday

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