Kibble In The Raw Chicken & Fish Recipe Dry Cat Food
Verified Aug 26, 2026
This is a high-protein, freeze-dried dry cat food made with cage-free chicken, wild-caught fish, and organ meats as key animal ingredients. It uses sorghum and a small amount of plant ingredients for carbohydrates and fiber, with added salmon and cod liver oils for healthy fats. The nutrient-dense, minimally processed bites are designed for adult cats who do well on a rich, meat-forward diet.
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This formula is a meat-heavy, higher-fat, freeze-dried dry food that can suit many healthy adult cats, especially those who thrive on a richer, more calorie-dense diet. Chicken with bone, fish, and chicken liver provide substantial animal protein, while oils and added taurine support essential nutrient needs. It’s best for adult cats with normal to high activity levels and good digestive tolerance for higher fat and protein foods.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Chicken, fish, and chicken liver show that most of the protein is coming from animal sources cats use very well.
- The 36% protein and 21% fat make this a rich, energy-dense option for active or lean-prone adult cats.
- Salmon oil and cod liver oil supply omega fatty acids that can support skin, coat, and overall health.
- Includes added taurine, which is critical for heart, eye, and overall health in cats.
Considerations
- Chicken, egg, and fish are all common feline allergens, so this wouldn’t be a good match for cats with those specific food sensitivities.
- At 377 calories per cup, it is quite calorie-dense, so careful portion control is important to prevent weight gain.
- The inclusion of ground bone boosts minerals but may not suit cats that need a lower mineral intake based on their vet’s advice.
Full Ingredient List
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Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
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02
Pacific Whiting
Pacific whiting is a lean white fish commonly used in pet foods as a high-quality animal protein and as a source for fish meal or oil, supplying digestible amino acids and omega-3 fatty acids that can support skin, coat and joint health in dogs and cats. While generally nutritious and palatable, it can trigger fish allergies in sensitive pets and the nutritional benefits and contaminant risk depend on processing and sourcing, so choosing products from reputable manufacturers is advisable.
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Chicken Liver
Chicken liver is a nutrient-dense organ meat commonly used in pet foods and treats as a highly palatable protein source and flavor enhancer, providing concentrated vitamins (especially vitamin A and B-complex), iron, and copper that support energy metabolism, red blood cell formation, and skin/coat health in both dogs and cats. Because it is so rich, liver should be fed in moderation—excessive intake can cause vitamin A toxicity, and its high fat content and risk of bacterial contamination mean it should be properly sourced or cooked and limited for pets with pancreatitis or specific dietary restrictions.
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Sorghum
Sorghum is a cereal grain commonly used in pet foods as a source of complex carbohydrates, dietary fiber and modest plant protein, often chosen as a gluten‑free alternative to wheat or corn. It can provide fermentable fiber and antioxidant compounds that may support digestion and glycemic control, but is generally less digestible than some grains unless properly processed and certain tannin‑rich varieties can reduce nutrient availability, so quality sourcing and appropriate formulation are important—particularly for cats, whose diets should remain primarily animal‑based.
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Egg
Eggs are used in pet foods as a highly digestible, complete animal protein and nutrient source—providing essential amino acids, bioavailable vitamins (A, D, E, B-complex including B12), minerals like selenium and iron, choline and healthy fats—while also improving palatability and texture. They support muscle maintenance, skin/coat and cognitive health in dogs and cats, but raw eggs can carry bacterial risk and contain avidin in whites that may reduce biotin with long-term feeding; some pets may also have egg allergies or require portion control for calorie management.
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Nutritional Breakdown
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Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
Brand
One of the earliest and best-known raw pet food brands, offering frozen raw recipes, freeze-dried raw nuggets and Pronto, Kibble in the Raw, toppers, hydrators (goat milk, bone broth) and treats for dogs and cats. Positioned as super-premium, minimally processed, species-appropriate nutrition with no synthetic vitamins or minerals, responsibly raised proteins and certified organic produce.
Manufacturer
Manufactures in-house at company-owned plants — the SQF-certified Abilene, TX flagship facility and a Montrose, CO raw-bones facility — using high-pressure processing and test-and-hold protocols, plus peer-reviewed digestibility research with the University of Illinois. An FDA warning letter (Feb 2023) cited deficiencies at the since-closed Fairfield, CA plant.
PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. Primal Pet Foods, Inc. is a PSC Accredited business. View profile
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
No recall is listed for Primal Kibble In The Raw Chicken & Fish Recipe Dry Cat Food.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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