Dog Food
Instinct Raw Boost Puppy Grain-Free Real Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food

Instinct Raw Boost Puppy Grain-Free Real Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food

By Instinct 10 reviews analyzed Updated Jun 2025 85% confidence
7.8 /10
Quality
8.0
Value
8.2
Design
8.0
Function
8.0
Durability
7.0

In a Nutshell

  • High-quality ingredients
  • Great for puppies
  • Mixed reviews on palatability

Quick Verdict

Instinct Raw Boost Puppy is a high-quality food with mixed reviews on palatability. Pet owners appreciate the ingredients but noted issues with acceptability.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 70%
Would Buy Again 70%
Avg Lifespan Unknown

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • High-quality ingredients (5)

    Using high-quality ingredients makes the food excellent for pets.

  • Great for puppies (2)

    Veterinary recommended.

  • Seems to attract puppies (3)

    The freeze-dried chicken bits seem to attract puppies.

  • Quality customer service (1)

    Users have found pet food delivered promptly with fresh ingredients.

  • Enhanced for domestic dogs (1)

    Good quality food for any breed.

  • Loved by Dogs (1)

    Frenchie who love the food and eat more tastier treat.

Cons

  • Palatability issues (2) major

    Some puppies turn their noses up at the food.

  • Defective product found (1) critical

    A serious issue is found while feeding

    Tip: Wish a good customer service.

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Puppy owners — High-quality ingredients and taste appeal to puppies

Skip If

  • Owners with picky eaters — Some puppies may turn their noses up at the food

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Unknown

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.5
10 reviews
5★
63%
4★
0%
3★
9%
2★
0%
1★
18%

Common Questions

Is this food suitable for all puppy breeds?

Yes, but some picky eaters may need additional encouragement.

What should I do if my puppy doesn't like the taste?

Consider mixing with wet food or other treats.

Highlighted Reviews

— Lori

"Our breeder recommended Purina Sport for our German Shorthaired puppy. We fed her Purina for a couple of weeks but I had to add a higher quality food to eat because she didn't want to eat it. I transitioned her to Instinct Raw Puppy and she likes it a lot more. The ingredients in Instinct are much ..."

— Angela

"My puppy turns her nose up at this dry food."

Bottom Line

Worth trying for puppies, but be aware of some palatability issues reported by users. The brand is reliable.

7.8 /10
Good