Cat Food Editor's Choice
Instinct Raw Boost Real Chicken Recipe Grain-Free Dry Cat Food

Instinct Raw Boost Real Chicken Recipe Grain-Free Dry Cat Food

By Instinct 9 reviews analyzed Updated Nov 2025 85% confidence
8.3 /10
Quality
8.5
Value
8.0
Design
7.5
Function
9.0
Durability
8.2

In a Nutshell

  • High-quality ingredients and taste
  • Positive impact on cat health, particularly digestion
  • Recent quality decline reported by some users
  • High recommendation rate from users

Quick Verdict

Instinct Raw Boost is a top choice for cats, with a strong emphasis on high-quality ingredients and taste. Most users report excellent health benefits and pet satisfaction. However, some users have noted a decline in quality over time, warning that it might not be the same product they had before.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 100%
Would Buy Again 100%
Avg Lifespan Unknown

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • High-Quality Ingredients (4)

    Users praise the high-quality ingredients used in the food.

  • Digestive Health Improvement (3)

    Many users report improved digestive health in their cats.

  • Health Benefits (2)

    Users report overall health improvements in their cats.

  • Appetizing Taste (3)

    Cats seem to love the taste of the food.

  • High satisfaction with result (2)

    Consistently high satisfaction scores among consumers.

  • Excellent value (1)

    Price to quality ratio is rated high.

Cons

  • Quality Decline (2) major

    Some users report a change in the formula, leading to their cats refusing to eat the food.

  • Texture Issue (1) major

    Some users reported texture issue and their cat refusing the food.

  • Cost (1) minor

    The food is considered expensive by some users.

  • Packaging Design (1) minor

    The bag is difficult to reseal, leading to potential freshness issues.

Quality Trend: Declining

Some users have reported changes in the formula, leading to their cats refusing to eat the food.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

mixed

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Cat owners β€” This product is specifically designed for cats and has been noted to be loved by older cats than average.
  • β€’ cat owner not having problem meowing β€” It won't help but you can take the particles and flakes and pellet and turn into speck and thus cake sauce for your cat

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Owners with sensitive cats who are likely to eat because of change in feather β€” Some cats might refuse to eat it after recent formula changes.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Unknown

Cleaning Methods

βœ— Machine wash
βœ— Hand wash
βœ— Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

⚠️ Hardwood
⚠️ Tile
⚠️ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
⚠️ Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.8
9 reviews
5β˜…
89%
4β˜…
0%
3β˜…
0%
2β˜…
0%
1β˜…
11%
high-quality ingredients (4) improved health (3) even older cats who are stubborn to eat (1) LOVERS (1) quality decline (2) expensive (1) Packaging Issues (1)

Common Questions

Is this food suitable for picky eaters?

Yes, many users report that even picky eaters enjoy this food.

Will this food help with digestive issues?

Many users report improved digestive health in their cats.

Is the formula consistent?

Some users have reported changes in the formula, which has affected their cats' willingness to eat it.

Highlighted Reviews

β€” Jennifer 1 found helpful

"Until this last year, I have always fed my girls top of the line, grain-free foods from a local specialty pet shop. I decided to try this out about a year ago, and I have noticed that not only does my last remaining girl love this dry food, but I feel like there are less digestive issues. So, I'm ju..."

β€” Marbles

"I strongly recommend getting a small size to sample before investing in this food. My Bengal cat typically eats another similar high protein brand Orijen, and he likes the Raw toppers. So I thought the food would be good. But it’s not the same quality as the toppers. My cat won’t go near it."

Bottom Line

If you are looking for a high-quality, grain-free cat food that your cat will enjoy, this is an excellent choice. Just be aware of potential quality issues and consider buying smaller quantities first.

8.3 /10
β€” Excellent