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9Lives Daily Essentials Dry Cat Food, 12 Pound Bag

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,862 ratings

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Brand 9Lives
Flavor Daily Essentials
Diet Type Veterinary Diet
Age Range (Description) Adult
Item Form Dry

About this item

  • Contains 1 - 12 Lb Bag
  • 100% complete and balanced nutrition for all cats
  • High quality protein helps support strong muscle growth
  • Omega-3 fatty acids promote healthy skin and coat
  • Taurine helps maintain heart and vision health

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Value for money
4.6 4.6
Flavor
4.5 4.5
Ingredient quality
4.3 4.3

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Flavor
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flavor
Daily Essentials
Indoor Complete
Indoor Complete
Chicken
Chicken
Chicken
target species
Cat
Cat
Cat
Chicken
Chicken
Cat
form
Dry
Granule
Dry
Dry
Dry
Dry
weight
12 pounds
20 pounds
12 pounds
3.5 pounds
7 pounds
16 pounds
breed recommendation
All Breed Sizes
Large Breeds
All Breed Sizes
All Breed Sizes
All Breed Sizes
All Breed Sizes
ingredients
Whole Ground Corn, Chicken By-product Meal, Soybean Meal, Corn Gluten Meal, Beef Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Whole Wheat, Meat and Bone Meal, Animal Digest, Salmon Meal, Phosphoric Acid, Salt, Titanium Dioxide (Color), Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate [Source of Vitamin B1], Riboflavin Supplement [Source of Vitamin B2], Pyridoxine Hydrochloride [Source of Vitamin B6], Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex [Source Vitamin K Activity], Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement), Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate [Source of Iron], Zinc Oxide, Manganous Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), DL Methionine, Taurine, Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, BHA (Used as a Preservative), Blue 1, Blue 2, Rosemary Extract.
Whole Ground Corn, Chicken By-product Meal, Corn Gluten Meal, Soybean Meal, Whole Wheat, Meat and Bone Meal, Animal Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Animal Digest, Soy Hulls, Salmon Meal, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Salt, Phosphoric Acid, Titanium Dioxide (Color), Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement), Potassium Chloride, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Manganous Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Taurine, Red 40, BHA (Used as a Preservative), Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Rosemary Extract
Whole Ground Corn, Chicken By-product Meal, Corn Gluten Meal, Soybean Meal, Whole Wheat, Meat and Bone Meal, Animal Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Animal Digest, Soy Hulls, Salmon Meal, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Salt, Phosphoric Acid, Titanium Dioxide (Color), Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate [Source of Vitamin B1], Riboflavin Supplement [Source of Vitamin B2], Pyridoxine Hydrochloride [Source of Vitamin B6], Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex [Source of Vitamin K Activity], Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement), Potassium Chloride, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate [Source of Iron], Zinc Oxide, Manganous Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), DL Methionine, Taurine, Red 40, BHA (Used as a Preservative), Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Rosemary Extract.
Chicken, Chicken By-Product Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Corn Grits, Ground Whole Grain Corn, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Dried Egg Product, Brewers Dried Yeast, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Potassium Chloride, Fish Oil (preserved with mixed Tocopherols), Choline Chloride, Fructooligosaccharides, Vitamin E Supplement, Calcium Carbonate, Taurine, Vitamins (Niacin, Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin A Acetate, Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (source of vitamin B1), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (source of vitamin B6), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement source of vitamin B2), Inositol, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Zinc Oxide, Manganese sulfate, L-Carnitine, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Rosemary Extract
Chicken, Chicken By-Product Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Corn Grits, Ground Whole Grain Corn, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Dried Egg Product, Brewers Dried Yeast, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Potassium Chloride, Fish Oil (preserved with mixed Tocopherols), Choline Chloride, Fructooligosaccharides, Vitamin E Supplement, Calcium Carbonate, Taurine, Vitamins (Niacin, Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin A Acetate, Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (source of vitamin B1), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (source of vitamin B6), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement source of vitamin B2), Inositol, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Zinc Oxide, Manganese sulfate, L-Carnitine, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Rosemary Extract
Chicken, Chicken By-Product Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Corn Grits, Ground Whole Grain Corn, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Dried Egg Product, Brewers Dried Yeast, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Potassium Chloride, Fish Oil (preserved with mixed Tocopherols), Choline Chloride, Fructooligosaccharides, Vitamin E Supplement, Calcium Carbonate, Taurine, Vitamins (Niacin, Ascorbic Acid, Vitamin A Acetate, Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (source of vitamin B1), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (source of vitamin B6), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement source of vitamin B2), Inositol, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Zinc Oxide, Manganese sulfate, L-Carnitine, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Rosemary Extract

From the manufacturer


Tasty Nutrition for Your Cat

Each formula of 9Lives dry cat food is specifically tailored to meet the nutritional needs of cats in different stages of life, because we believe every cat deserves to live a long and healthy life.

9Lives Indoor Complete Dry Cat Food

9Lives Indoor Complete cat food is specially formulated with an Advanced Nutrient System to help indoor cats maintain their ideal weight and digestive health. Made with delicious cuts of real salmon and chicken, and enriched with essential vitamins and the taste of garden greens, it's everything your indoor cat needs to thrive inside.

Celebrating All Cats Since 1959

9Lives plays an active role in the health and happiness of cats everywhere.

Our beloved Morris, a rescue cat himself, has visited countless schools to promote kindness to animals, and in 2007 he launched Morris’ Million Cat Rescue. Morris has even run for president twice, but he will never forget his humble beginnings.

Morris won’t rest until every cat finds a home, and 9Lives brand will keep bringing great taste and balanced nutrition to cats around the world. Why? Because we believe your cat deserves to live well.

*Nielsen data 12 months ending July 27, 2013.

Feeding Instructions

  • A single morning serving will allow your cat to nibble freely throughout the day.
  • Water is essential to your cat’s good health. Always provide your cat with a bowl of fresh water.
Daily Essentials Plus Care Indoor Complete Lean & Tasty
Customer Reviews
4.7 out of 5 stars
1,862
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Flavor Daily Essentials Plus Care Indoor Complete Lean And Tasty
Age Range Adult Senior Adult Adult
Super Supper Tender Morsels Chicken & Tuna Poutry & Beef Favorites Variety Pack
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Flavor Super Supper Salmon Chicken & Tuna Poultry & Beef Favorites
Age Range Adult Adult All Life Stages Adult

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Product Description

Give your cat the flavors of salmon, chicken, and beef with 9Lives Daily Essentials cat food. Our delicious formula helps support heart health, clear vision, strong muscles, and healthy skin and coat. It's the great taste they want with the balanced nutrition they need to help provide a long, healthy life.

Product details

  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 20 x 13.3 x 3.5 inches; 12 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 10079100000774
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ August 18, 2014
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ J.M. SMUCKER COMPANY
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00MOI2Q94
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,862 ratings

Important information

Indications

Complete and balanced to help meet your cat's nutritional needs

Ingredients

Whole Ground Corn, Chicken By-product Meal, Soybean Meal, Corn Gluten Meal, Beef Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Whole Wheat, Meat and Bone Meal, Animal Digest, Salmon Meal, Phosphoric Acid, Salt, Titanium Dioxide (Color), Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Thiamine Mononitrate [Source of Vitamin B1], Riboflavin Supplement [Source of Vitamin B2], Pyridoxine Hydrochloride [Source of Vitamin B6], Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex [Source Vitamin K Activity], Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement), Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate [Source of Iron], Zinc Oxide, Manganous Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), DL Methionine, Taurine, Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, BHA (Used as a Preservative), Blue 1, Blue 2, Rosemary Extract.

Directions

A single morning serving will allow your cat to nibble freely throughout the day. The serving size should be adjusted based on your cat’s age and activity level. Water is essential to your cat’s good health. Always provide your cat with a bowl of fresh water. Kittens (Under 1 Year): Weight of Kitten (1–3 lbs) = ¼–¾ cups per day (moistened with water in 3–4 small feedings per day), Weight of Kitten( >3 lbs) = ¾ cups per day plus ¼ for each lb over 3 lbs. Adult Cats (Over 1 Year): Weight of Cat (5-9 lbs) = ½–1 cups per day. Weight of Cat (10–14 lbs) = 1–1 ⅓ cups per day. Pregnant and Nursing Cats: Feed 2–4 times the adult requirement per day.

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Customer reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
1,862 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the value and quality of the pet food. They mention that it's a great product and never leaves any crumbs. However, some cats are sensitive to grains and the food makes them sick or throw up.

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75 customers mention75 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the pet food. They say it's a great value for the size of the bag.

"My cars love the taste. Great value for the size of the bag. Healthy, nutritious option for my cats dietary needs. Easy open bag" Read more

"...But the price is right for this, and there is nothing wrong with it. Best to mix it with some canned food for moisture." Read more

"My cat seems to think it's Ok. At $9.99, the price is lower than Walmart and it is delivered to my door...." Read more

"This product provides quality at an affordable price." Read more

41 customers mention33 positive8 negative

Customers like the quality of the pet food. They mention that it is a good brand, and their cats love the taste. Some say that the food is delivered very good.

"My cars love the taste. Great value for the size of the bag. Healthy, nutritious option for my cats dietary needs. Easy open bag" Read more

"This food isn't the best but it's cheap so if you are not going through a rough point & can't afford a higher-quality diet this food will do..." Read more

"...My cats love this stuff. Plus for me they don't get the runs like Meow Mix ( red food dye) gives them." Read more

"...After a while, they scarfed it. It is a good food and I recommend it to all who feed cats." Read more

6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the durability of the pet food. They mention that it lasts a good amount, is reliable, and will last a long time.

"seems to last a good amount and cats like it" Read more

"...They are healthy, vigorous, indoor-outdoor, shiny-furred rascals who are thriving on 9 Lives...." Read more

"...The price is a great value and lasts us for a month with one cat (and the extra critters...)." Read more

"This is such a great deal this bag lasts forever for my cat" Read more

13 customers mention0 positive13 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the effect of the pet food on their cats. They mention that it makes their cats sick, diarrhea, and throw up. Some cats won't eat it, and it's not the healthiest food. Some say that it causes reflux and spitting up among indoor and outdoor cats.

"...Every single time I have tried to feed my cat this food, he gets very sick and cannot keep any of it down...." Read more

"...It does make one of my house cats sick but she is sensitive to grains anyway...." Read more

"This stuff makes my cat sick. I fed her this for her first year growing up and she has thrown up a few times a week since she started eating it...." Read more

"...flavor since I haven't tried it myself lol but this food always makes my cat throw up! She's been to the vet and now I have to change the food" Read more

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