DETAILED DESCRIPTION

What It Is

Orijen Original Cat Food is a grain-free, high-protein dry cat food built entirely around the biological reality of what a cat is: an obligate carnivore. Made by Champion Pet Foods on their Biologically Appropriate philosophy, the recipe delivers 85–90% fresh and raw animal ingredients — free-run chicken, turkey, turkey giblets, wild-caught fish, and cage-free eggs — with WholePrey inclusions that mirror what cats would consume in the wild. Every kibble piece is coated in freeze-dried liver, delivering a burst of raw flavour that triggers a cat’s deep-rooted instinct to eat. This is not a conventional cat food with a token protein percentage. It is a meat-first, fat-forward formula designed to nourish a carnivore at the cellular level.

Who It Is For

Orijen Original Cat Food is the ideal choice for cat parents who understand that most commercial cat foods — even many labelled as premium — fall significantly short of what a cat’s body genuinely requires. Cats cannot synthesise taurine, arachidonic acid, or Vitamin A from plant sources. They need these from meat. If your cat is showing signs of low energy, a dull or shedding coat, frequent digestive issues, poor muscle condition, or is simply bored of their existing food, this formula addresses all of those gaps in a single bowl. It is equally suited to kittens post-weaning, adult cats of all breeds, and indoor cats who get little physical stimulation but need high-quality nutrition to stay healthy. For cat parents already feeding raw or fresh food who need a high-quality rotation kibble, Orijen Original is the most seamless transition available.

Why It Is Better

The gap between Orijen Original Cat Food and standard Indian market cat foods is fundamental, not marginal. Most cat foods sold in India — regardless of brand tier — place grain, rice flour, or corn as a primary ingredient. Cats have no nutritional requirement for carbohydrates and a limited ability to metabolise them efficiently. Their digestive systems are designed for protein and fat from animal sources, not starch.

Orijen Original leads with fresh chicken, turkey, whole herring, turkey giblets, and salmon as its first five ingredients. Naturally occurring taurine from the abundant poultry and fish content supports heart health and vision — critical for cats, for whom taurine deficiency can cause irreversible cardiac damage and blindness. Choline chloride supports liver health and cognitive function. The WholePrey inclusion of organs such as liver and heart delivers naturally occurring iron, B vitamins, Vitamin A, and zinc that synthetic supplements cannot replicate in bioavailability. EPA and DHA from pollock oil support coat quality, brain health, and reduced inflammation — and these Omega-3s come from fish, the only source a cat’s body can actually utilise them from.

The formula also includes Bacillus Coagulans probiotic and dried chicory root prebiotic for gut health — particularly relevant for cats switching from grain-heavy diets where digestive systems need rebuilding. At 40% crude protein and 20% crude fat, the calorie distribution mirrors the macronutrient profile of whole prey animals.

When to Use It

Feed Orijen Original Cat Food as your cat’s daily staple from post-weaning through adulthood. It is formulated for All Life Stages, making it appropriate for kittens, adults, and senior cats. Serve dry or lightly moistened with warm water. For cats transitioning from raw or fresh food diets, Orijen Original rotates easily and requires minimal adjustment. For cats on very low-quality commercial diets, a gradual 7-day transition is strongly recommended.

COMPOSITION & GUARANTEED ANALYSIS

Key Ingredients (Global Formulation Reference): 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 Flavour, Whole Navy Beans, Whole Chickpeas, Whole Peas, Pollock Oil, Lentil Fibre, Chicken Hearts, Choline Chloride, Whole Cranberries, Dried Kelp, Mixed Tocopherols (Natural Preservative), Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Proteinate, Whole Pumpkin, Whole Butternut Squash, Collard Greens, Whole Apples, Whole Pears, Dried Chicory Root, Turmeric, Rosehips, Juniper Berries, Copper Proteinate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Bacillus Coagulans (Probiotic), Citric Acid (Preservative), Rosemary Extract.

Note: Formulation may vary slightly by region and pack size. Always refer to the label on the product received.

Guaranteed Analysis (Approximate): Crude Protein: Min. 40% Crude Fat: Min. 20% Crude Fibre: Max. 3% Moisture: Max. 10% Taurine: Min. 0.2% DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid): Min. 0.2% EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid): Min. 0.2% Calcium: Min. 1.4% Phosphorus: Min. 1.0% Magnesium: Min. 0.1% Omega-6 Fatty Acids: Min. 3.5% Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Min. 0.8% Total Microorganisms (Bacillus Coagulans): Min. 100 Million CFU/lb Metabolisable Energy: Approx. 4160 kcal/kg (approx. 541 kcal per cup) Calorie Distribution: ~39% Protein | ~18% Carbohydrates | ~43% Fat

KEY BENEFITS

• 85–90% Quality Animal Ingredients – Fresh or raw free-run chicken, turkey, and wild-caught fish dominate every serving. Cats are obligate carnivores — this formula respects that biology without compromise.
• Naturally Occurring Taurine for Heart and Vision Health – Abundant poultry and fish content delivers taurine at levels that support cardiovascular function and retinal health — two areas where taurine deficiency in cats can cause permanent, irreversible damage.
• WholePrey Organs for Complete Nutrition – Turkey giblets, chicken liver, and chicken hearts provide naturally bioavailable iron, Vitamin A, zinc, and B vitamins that synthetic additives cannot replicate — reducing the need for a long supplementation list.
• EPA and DHA from Fish for Coat, Brain, and Immunity – Pollock oil and wild-caught fish deliver Omega-3 fatty acids in the only form cats can actually use — from animal sources — supporting a silky coat, sharp cognition, and reduced systemic inflammation.
• Grain-Free and Low-Carbohydrate Formula – No wheat, corn, rice, soy, or tapioca. Cats lack the digestive enzymes to process significant carbohydrate loads — this formula keeps starch low and protein high, aligned with feline digestive physiology.
• Prebiotic and Probiotic Digestive Support – Dried chicory root and Bacillus Coagulans maintain gut microbiome integrity — essential for cats transitioning from grain-heavy diets and for long-term digestive health.
• Freeze-Dried Liver Coated Kibble – Every piece is coated in freeze-dried raw liver for a flavour intensity that even the most finicky cats respond to immediately — making this an effective solution for picky eaters.

FEEDING GUIDE

Serve twice daily. Always keep fresh, clean water available at all times — particularly important for cats on a dry food diet, as cats naturally have a low thirst drive and can become dehydrated when water intake is not monitored. Lightly moistening the kibble with warm water is recommended to encourage hydration.

General Daily Amounts (approximate, use a standard 250ml measuring cup):

2 kg cat → 25–35g per day 3 kg cat → 35–45g per day 4 kg cat → 45–55g per day 5 kg cat → 55–65g per day 6 kg cat → 65–75g per day

Kittens (post-weaning to 20 weeks): Feed approximately 1/4 cup per 500g of body weight per day Kittens (20 weeks to 52 weeks): Feed approximately 1/8 cup per 500g of body weight per day After 52 weeks: Transition to adult feeding amounts Pregnant cats: Increase food by 25–50% and feed 3 to 4 times daily Nursing cats: Feed free-choice (unlimited access)

Transition Tip: Transition gradually over 7 days, beginning with 25% Orijen mixed into your cat’s existing food and increasing each day. Cats can be highly resistant to new foods — patience through the transition period pays off. Lightly warming the kibble or adding a small amount of warm water can help with initial acceptance, especially for cats accustomed to strongly flavoured commercial foods.

Storage: Seal the bag tightly after each use. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat. Owing to the freeze-dried coating, storing in an airtight container is especially recommended in humid Indian climates.