ORIJEN Kitten Grain Free High Protein Premium Dry Cat Food – Real Meat for Healthy Development

ORIJEN Guardian 8 Grain-Free High-Protein Premium Dry Cat Food is a scientifically formulated recipe designed to support your cat’s overall wellness by addressing 8 key health benefits. Made with 90% premium animal ingredients, including fresh or raw poultry, wild-caught fish, and nutrient-rich WholePrey components, this biologically appropriate diet delivers exceptional protein for lean muscle and long-term vitality. The antioxidant-rich recipe supports immune function, skin and coat health, digestive balance, and more — all without grains, fillers, or artificial preservatives. Ideal for adult cats of all breeds, ORIJEN Guardian 8 provides advanced nutrition backed by nature and science.

Key Benefits:

• Targets 8 Key Health Areas: Supports immune health, skin & coat, digestion, joints, heart health, brain function, eye health, and oral wellness.
• 90% Animal Ingredients: High-quality proteins nourish muscles and match your cat’s natural dietary needs.
• WholePrey Ingredients: Meat, organs, and bone provide natural sources of essential nutrients.
• Grain-Free Formula: No corn, wheat, soy, or fillers—great for sensitive cats.
• Fresh or Raw Ingredients: Delivers superior flavor, nutrient density, and palatability for picky eaters.

What makes ORIJEN Guardian 8 different from ORIJEN Original?

Guardian 8 is specifically designed to support 8 targeted health areas, offering a more comprehensive wellness formula beyond high-protein nutrition alone.

Is this formula good for senior cats?

Yes. ORIJEN Guardian 8 supports joint, heart, immune, and cognitive health, making it an excellent choice for adult and senior cats who need advanced wellness support.

Feeding Directions:

Feeding Recommendation
Weight of Kitten	Lean Adult (cups per day)	Adult Neutered (cups per day)	Senior (cups per day)
2-4 lb	1/5 - 1/3	1/6 - 1/5
4-6 lb	1/3 - 2/5	1/5 - 1/4
6-8 lb	2/5 - 1/4	1/4 - 1/3	1/4 - 1/3
8-10 lb	1/2 - 4/7	1/3 - 2/5	1/3 - 2/5
10-12 lb	4/7 - 5/8	2/5 - 1/2	2/5 - 1/2
12-15 lb	5/8 - 3/4	1/2 - 4/7	1/2 - 2/3
15-20 lb	3/4 - 7/8	4/7 - 2/3	2/3 - 3/4

Ingredients:

Chicken, Salmon, Turkey, Whole Herring, Chicken Liver, Dehydrated Chicken, Dehydrated Turkey, Dehydrated Sardine, Dehydrated Chicken Liver, Dehydrated Egg, Whole Red Lentils, Whole Pinto Beans, Turkey Giblets (Liver, Heart, Gizzard), Eggs, Rabbit, Pollock Oil, Whole Green Lentils, Whole Navy Beans, Whole Chickpeas, Whole Peas, Ground Miscanthus Grass, Natural Chicken Flavor, Chicken Fat, Chicken Hearts, Whole Cranberries, Choline Chloride, Dried Kelp, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Whole Pumpkin, Whole Butternut Squash, Collard Greens, Whole Apples, Whole Pears, Zinc Proteinate, Vitamin E Supplement, Dried Chicory Root, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Dried Brewers Yeast, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product, Turmeric, Sarsaparilla Root, Althea Root, Rosehips, Juniper Berries, Citric Acid (Preservative), Rosemary Extract.Red Lentils, Whole Pinto Beans, Rabbit, Pollock Oil, Whole Green Lentils, Whole Chickpeas, Whole Peas, Whole Navy Beans, Pea Starch, Ground Miscanthus Grass, Natural Chicken Flavor, Chicken Fat, Chicken Hearts, Whole Cranberries, Choline Chloride, Dried Kelp, Mixed Tocopherols (Preservative), Whole Pumpkin, Whole Butternut Squash, Collard Greens, Whole Apples, Whole Pears, Zinc Proteinate, Vitamin E Supplement, Dried Chicory Root, Hydrolyzed Yeast, Dried Brewers Yeast, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Niacin, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Copper Proteinate, Turmeric, Sarsaparilla Root, Althea Root, Rosehips, Juniper Berries, Rosemary Extract, Citric Acid (Preservative), Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Bifidobacterium Animalis Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product.

Calorie Content (calculated) ME:

3980 kcal/kg, 498 kcal/cup

Guaranteed Analysis:
Crude Protein	40% min
Crude Fat	18% min
Crude Fiber	4.0% max
Moisture	10% max
Arginine	2.3% min
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid)	0.35% min
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)	0.35% min
Calcium	1.4% min
Phosphorus	1.1% min
Magnesium	0.1% min
Vitamin A	25,000 IU/kg min
Taurine	0.1% min
Omega-6 fatty acids	3% min
Omega-3 fatty acids	1.2% min
Total Microorganisms	1 Million CFU/lb

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FAQ

What is ORIJEN Guardian 8 designed for?

It’s formulated to support eight key areas of feline health, including immune function, digestion, skin & coat, heart health, brain function, eye health, joint care, and healthy muscles.

Is ORIJEN Guardian 8 grain-free?

Yes, it is fully grain-free and contains no wheat, corn, soy, or fillers.

What are the primary protein sources?

The recipe includes chicken, turkey, wild-caught fish, and eggs, providing a biologically appropriate, meat-rich diet.

Which life stages can eat Guardian 8?

It is suitable for adult and senior cats; kittens may require ORIJEN’s specific kitten formula.

What does “Guardian 8” refer to?

It refers to the eight wellness benefits the formula targets, supporting whole-body health.

Is this food good for indoor cats?

Yes, the high-protein, low-carb formula supports lean muscle, healthy weight, and reduced hairball formation.