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Natural Balance Original Ultra Chicken Meal & Salmon Meal Cat Food Whole Body Health Dry Food for Kittens to Adult Cats 15-lb. Bag
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Brand | Natural Balance |
Flavor | Chicken Meal & Salmon Meal Formula |
Diet Type | Veterinary Diet |
Age Range (Description) | All Life Stages |
Item Form | Dry |
About this item
- CHICKEN MEAL IS THE FIRST INGREDIENT providing essential protein and amino acids to help maintain strong muscles; Brown rice is included as a healthy and rich source of fiber for digestive health; Contains (1) 15-Pound Bag
- ORIGINAL ULTRA FORMULA PHILOSOPHY A holistic approach to your cat's well-being; from helping to strengthen their immune system to supporting their brain development with key nutrients, these premium cat foods care for the whole body from head to tail.
- NUTRIENTS FROM OUR ULTRA CHICKEN RECIPE crafted with nutritious ingredients such as chicken meal, and brown rice; Complete and balanced with essential nutrients to help maintain your cat's healthy immune system
- NUTRITION FOR EVERY TYPE OF CAT Any cat can enjoy our delicious recipes, not just cats with sensitive stomachs, irritable skin or allergies; Our purposefully crafted formulas reduce the number of ingredients without sacrificing taste or nutrition
- SAFETY & TRANSPARENCY Natural Balance's 'Feed with Confidence' program tests every batch of food from start to finish, ensuring safety with every bite; Validate bag on our site or call our Customer Care Team of Registered Veterinary Technicians
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Ingredient quality | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Flavor | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.9 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Scent | 4.5 | — | 4.8 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.4 |
Value for money | — | 4.0 | — | 4.4 | — | 4.4 |
Freshness | — | — | 4.5 | 5.0 | — | 4.3 |
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flavor | Chicken Meal & Salmon Meal Formula | Chicken | Chicken & Salmon Meal | Salmon | Chicken | Chicken |
target species | Cat | Cat | Cat | Cat | Cat | Cat |
form | Dry | Pellet | Dry | Dry | Kibble | Dry |
weight | 15 pounds | 4 pounds | 15 pounds | 14 pounds | 6 pounds | 14 pounds |
breed recommendation | All Breed Sizes | All Breed Sizes | All Breed Sizes | All Breed Sizes | All Breed Sizes | All Breed Sizes |
ingredients | Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Chicken, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Brewers Dried Yeast, Oat Groats, Chicken Liver, Salmon Meal, Natural Flavor, Menhaden Oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Pea Fiber, Oat Hulls, Salt, Potassium Chloride, DL-Methionine, Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin), Taurine, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), L-Tryptophan, Dried Cranberries, Dried Kelp, Dried Blueberries, L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract | Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Turkey Meal, Deboned Cod, Whole Peas, Lentils, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols & Citric Acid), Natural Flavor, Pea Fiber, Ground Flaxseed, Dried Chicory Root, Dried Kelp, Dried Sweet Potato, Dried Cranberries, Calcium Carbonate, DL-Methionine, Taurine, Zinc Proteinate, Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Iron Proteinate, Niacin Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Manganese Proteinate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Sodium Selenite, Riboflavin Supplement, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Calcium Iodate, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract. | CHICKEN, CHICKEN MEAL, BROWN RICE, OAT GROATS, SALMON MEAL, OAT HULLS, CHICKEN FAT (preserved with mixed tocopherols and lactic acid), NATURAL FLAVOR, PEA FIBER, DEHYDRATED ALFALFA MEAL, DRIED EGG, DRIED POTATO PRODUCTS, POTATO PROTEIN, BREWERS DRIED YEAST, FLAXSEED, MENHADEN FISH OIL (preserved with mixed tocopherols), SALT, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SPINACH, PARSLEY, CARROTS, INULIN, CHOLINE CHLORIDE, TAURINE, MINERALS (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite) DL-METHIONINE, VITAMINS (vitamin E supplement, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin), L-CARNITINE, DRIED KELP, L-LYSINE MONOHYDROCHLORIDE, CRANBERRIES, YUCCA SCHIDIGERA EXTRACT, CITRIC ACID (preservative), ROSEMARY EXTRACT. | Salmon, Chicken Meal, Brewers Rice, Pea Protein, Whole Brown Rice, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Potato Protein, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Whole Grain Oatmeal, Soybean Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Natural Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Salt, Mixed Tocopherols and Citric Acid (preservatives), Taurine, Zinc Sulfate, Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Niacin Supplement, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Biotin, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), D-Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin A Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Sodium Selenite, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract | Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Chicken, Chicken Fat (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Brewers Dried Yeast, Oat Groats, Chicken Liver, Salmon Meal, Natural Flavor, Menhaden Fish Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols), Pea Fiber, Oat Fiber, Salt, DL-Methionine, Potassium Chloride, Cranberries, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid (Source of Vitamin C), Niacin, Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate , d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 | Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brewers Rice, Pea Protein, Whole Brown Rice, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Potato Protein, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Flaxseed, Soybean Oil (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Oat Fiber, Natural Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Salt, Mixed Tocopherols and Citric Acid (preservatives), Taurine, Zinc Sulfate, Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Iron Amino Acid Chelate, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Niacin Supplement, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Biotin, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), D-Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin A Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Sodium Selenite, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract |
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Product Description
Original Ultra Whole Body Health Chicken Meal & Salmon Meal Dry Cat Formula nourishes your cat's complete well-being by taking an entire body approach. Formulated for all breeds and life stages from growing kittens to ever-energetic adult cats, this diet offers an optimal balance of premium proteins and key nutrients. High-quality ingredients such as chicken meal also make this meal so delicious that your cat will meow for more!
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 22 x 3.25 x 15.5 inches; 15 Pounds
- Manufacturer recommended age : 1 month and up
- Item model number : 236604
- Department : cat-dry-food
- Date First Available : September 30, 2004
- Manufacturer : Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc.
- ASIN : B0026LN472
- Country of Origin : USA
- Best Sellers Rank: #6,772 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies)
- #189 in Dry Cat Food
- Customer Reviews:
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Ingredients
Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Chicken, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Brewers Dried Yeast, Oat Groats, Chicken Liver, Salmon Meal, Natural Flavor, Menhaden Oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Pea Fiber, Oat Hulls, Salt, Potassium Chloride, DL-Methionine, Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin), Taurine, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Iron Proteinate, Copper Sulfate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), L-Tryptophan, Dried Cranberries, Dried Kelp, Dried Blueberries, L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Rosemary Extract, Green Tea Extract, Spearmint Extract
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Customers like the ingredients, quality, value, and shine of the cat food. For example, they mention it's sufficient good nutrition, has grain rice, and stands up pretty well against premium brands. Some are happy with softness. That said, opinions are mixed on ease of digestion, and smell.
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Customers like the ingredients in the pet food. They mention that it provides sufficient good nutrition, is not full of unhealthy fillers, and is a healthy choice. Customers also say that the product is quite focused on quality ingredients, with protein being top. They say that it gives their pets soft and healthy coats, and that they enjoy eating more.
"...but it is definitely helping her grow strong and healthy. And I LOVE LOVE LOVE having it delivered free in 2 days!..." Read more
"...his poops are less stinky- he actually enjoys eating more. When I first opened this bag of food he was begging for it like it was a treat!..." Read more
"Good food and I like that it's not full of by-products. My cat seems to like it...." Read more
"...rated by several web sites evaluating cat food as it has no corn or other fillers...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the pet food. They say it's superior to supermarket brands and stands up pretty well against premium brands. Customers also mention that the bits are softer and better. Overall, customers are happy with the product's quality and recommend it to others.
"...I am SO happy to have found this food that she adores, and that is high-quality and GREAT for her, without being terribly overpriced!..." Read more
"...It's not made of junk and fillers, like most cat foods on the market.I have several cats, and am on a budget...." Read more
"Good food and I like that it's not full of by-products. My cat seems to like it...." Read more
"...save kittens becuase it helps with irregular stool issues and they love the taste..." Read more
Customers like the value of the pet food. They mention it's a great deal for that much cat food and well worth the purchase.
"...she adores, and that is high-quality and GREAT for her, without being terribly overpriced! HIGHLY recommended!..." Read more
"...It's expensive compared to 9 lives, but it's worth every penny!" Read more
"...has chicken meal and chicken as the first ingredients and it well priced especially here on Amazon (the usual) in comparison to some other healthful..." Read more
"...Plus, he never spits up or gets hairballs. It's worth paying a premium to have such a healthy, content cat." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the shine of the pet food. They mention that it makes their coats silkier and shinier, and their fur looks much better and fuller. Some customers also mention that the color of their feces is lighter, and there are no artificial colors or preservatives.
"...but looking at her level of health, high activity level, and beautiful coat, I think it is worth it...." Read more
"...Her coat is shiny and soft. No fat belly. She has energy to spare!..." Read more
"...They are so soft and shiny...." Read more
"...So far, all issues have been resolved - no more UTI problems, beautiful coats, tons of energy...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the softness of the pet food. They mention that it makes their fur soft and shiny. Some say that their cats shed less after eating the food.
"...her coat has gotten shinnier/glossier - just silky and so plush, she is lean and PURE muscle (heavier than she looks and SO strong!),..." Read more
"...his coat is much softer.- his poops are less stinky- he actually enjoys eating more...." Read more
"...I have noticed a difference in their coats as well. They are so soft and shiny...." Read more
"...The bits were softer and apparently much better. Rusty eats it like a champ and has stopped howling for treats...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of digestion of the pet food. Some mention that their cats love it and they vomit far less when eating this food than with other foods. They say it's very gentle on their digestive systems and their digestive tracts aren't distressed. However, other customers say that their pets got sick with loose bloody diarrhea, intermittent diarrhea, and severe vomiting.
"...have found this food that she adores, and that is high-quality and GREAT for her, without being terribly overpriced! HIGHLY recommended!..." Read more
"...of food that covers all areas of a cat's health and is very gentle on their digestive systems...." Read more
"...3 days later his stool became runny and bloody again. I then made the connection between the food and his tummy issues...." Read more
"...Less food fed means less poop to scoop, not as stinky too!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the smell of the pet food. Some mention that it keeps their cat healthy and doesn't stink up the catbox, while others say that it has a very foul smell.
"...The only problem I have noticed is it makes their poop softer and smell stronger than I have experienced with other foods." Read more
"...his coat is much softer.- his poops are less stinky- he actually enjoys eating more...." Read more
"...I inspected the bag and to be honest, the food smells like cardboard and nothing else...." Read more
"...Less food fed means less poop to scoop, not as stinky too!..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the pet food's effect on digestion. They mention that it causes intestinal issues and diarrhea in their cats. Some customers also say that their cats would not eat it and would reject it.
"...I gave one less star because I noticed that he's not as enthused with the food after a month or so of eating it...." Read more
"...Unfortunately it caused both cats to have intestinal issues even after slowly transitioning from their old food to the new." Read more
"Don't let the price fool you, this is a quality food. Good for allergy cats who can't have wheat ingredients...." Read more
"...With that said, the last bag we ordered from Amazon was rancid, it smelled live sour milk...." Read more
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My kitty absolutely LOVES this food, and she is pretty finicky. I started her on Hill's Science Diet canned food,but honestly, I think she'd rather starve than eat that! I had to give that away rather than just continuing to throw away the un-eaten portion (90% of it) , She also got Nutro All-Natural dry food and liked that okay but definitely likes this better.
She is just over 5 months old, so she gets this food in unlimited amount (as much as she wants, always available) along with about 1/3 of a 6-oz can twice daily of Natural Balance canned food Natural Balance Canned Cat Food, Ultra Formula, 24 x 6 Ounce Pack
Since switching from previous food (Hills Science DIet canned kitten food and Nutro Natural dry kitten food) her coat has gotten shinnier/glossier - just silky and so plush, she is lean and PURE muscle (heavier than she looks and SO strong!), very, very active, and vet said she looks amazing! (she is a rescue kitten, having been left at our local pound at about 2 weeks old, without her mother.... GRRrr!! She came very close to being euthanized... Thank goodness for our local cat-rescue shelter!) She had to be bottle-fed for several weeks - one of her litter-mates didn't survive). Now she looks (and obviously feels) GLORIOUS, and I am SO happy to have found this food that she adores, and that is high-quality and GREAT for her, without being terribly overpriced! HIGHLY recommended!
It is a bit more expensive than some other foods, but looking at her level of health, high activity level, and beautiful coat, I think it is worth it. I was hesitant to try this food, since it doesn't specifically say "formulated for kittens" (it does say it meets the nutritional needs of cats at all ages/life-stages) but it is definitely helping her grow strong and healthy. And I LOVE LOVE LOVE having it delivered free in 2 days! (Prime)
UPDATE: Our kitten is about 6 months old now, and though I've had cats all my life, I have NEVER had a cat as STRONG and muscular as this one, and I believe much of that is due to this food being so superior to previous foods I have fed other cats. Tinkerbell is incredibly active and healthy!
I have several cats, and the oldest one had his fifth birthday a few months ago. He has been fed Natural Balance since he was a kitten. Following suit, any cats that I have fostered, or adopted, subsequent his adoption as a two-and- a-half month old kitten, have been fed Natural Balance. Although I do feed pregnant cats, and kittens four months of age and under, a different brand of cat food, I generally switch them to Natural Balance Original Ultra once the kittens are completely weened and/or the Queens are no longer nursing.
There are several different blends of Natural Balance cat food, catering towards a cat's dietary needs as well as preferences for taste and texture. My cats like the Original Ultra. I like it too because, though it is adult cat food, it is "Kittens To Adults" so, it is suitable for kittens as well. This is helpful when I am fostering, since all of the cats must eat the same food. However, Natural Balance does make a kitten-specific food. I started my cat on that, and then switched him over to the Original Ultra when he turned a year old. Natural Balance also makes a wet food that is complimentary to the dried. My cats like that too.
I would definitely recommend Natural Balance Original Ultra cat food. It is an excellent brand of food that covers all areas of a cat's health and is very gentle on their digestive systems. It's not made of junk and fillers, like most cat foods on the market.
I have several cats, and am on a budget. I go through about four 15lbs bags a month. I get several bags through Amazon Subscribe and Save, and usually order the others that I need either from Amazon, Chewy, or I purchase them from the local pet store.
- he is way more active. He never used to be a playful cat but suddenly he’s playing almost every day. I have to assume this is from the ingredients giving him better nutrients.
- his coat is much softer.
- his poops are less stinky
- he actually enjoys eating more. When I first opened this bag of food he was begging for it like it was a treat! He definitely likes eating this more than any other brand we’ve tried.
The biggest thing for me was his energy levels. My cat is 11 so I didn’t think much of him sleeping more and playing less until I switched him to this food and saw the change. It’s been so nice to see him so rejuvenated and living a better life. We will probably stick with this cat food for the rest of his life!
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Reviewed in Canada on November 18, 2023
唯一、全員の食いつきの良いフードなので、今後もリピートしていきます。
何が違うのかわかりませんが、小さいサイズに比べてコスパがいいので購入したのですが…元に戻そうと思います。