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Instinct vs JustFoodForCats

Instinct vs. JustFoodForCats

In this comparison article for Instinct vs JustFoodForCats, we'll highlight the key differences between these two pet food brands. To properly compare Instinct and JustFoodForCats, we'll use up-to-date nutritional and price information.

There are many factors to consider when choosing the best pet food brand for your pet. Factors such as ingredient quality, guaranteed analysis, product safety, brand history, and cost are among the most important factors to consider.

Throughout this JustFoodForCats vs Instinct comparison, we've utilized average data to make general comparisons. If you'd like to see individual product reviews, visit our Instinct Review Page or JustFoodForCats Review Page.

Guaranteed Analysis: JustFoodForCats vs. Instinct

According to AAFCO, all pet food labels must provide a guaranteed analysis of nutrient content. The analysis must provide guaranteed minimum percentages of crude protein and crude fat, and maximum percentages of crude fiber and moisture.

All percentages used in this comparison are averages reported on a dry matter basis.

Instinct Cat Food vs. JustFoodForCats Cat Food

Wet/Canned Cat FoodInstinctJustFoodForCats
Crude Protein47.1%52.2%
Crude Fat25.0%19.6%
Crude Fiber8.6%2.2%

Crude Protein Comparison For Cat Food

Protein is an extremely important part of your cat's diet. Without sufficient protein, cats can develop a wide-range of serious health problems.

The table shows that Instinct provides far less protein than JustFoodForCats. The difference in protein content is roughly 5.10%.


Crude Fat Comparison For Cat Food

There are many ways in which dietary fat contributes to the overall health of our feline friends. Here is a short list of benefits provided by fats (not exhaustive):

  • Fats help with the digestion and absorption of fat-soluble vitamins
  • Reduce inflammation associated with arthritis
  • Slow the growth of yeast infections
  • Prevent or reduce the likelihood of certain heart problems.
  • Aid in the development of the retina and visual cortex.

Instinct Pet Food Ingredients vs. JustFoodForCats Pet Food Ingredients

Here are some of the controversial ingredients used only by Instinct.

Garlic
Canola Oil
Pea Protein
Tomato Pomace
Dried Tomato Pomace
Canola Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols)
Canola Oil (Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols And Citric Acid)

We believe that certain pet food ingredients are linked to adverse health affects; these ingredients are classified as harmful.

Here are some of the harmful ingredients used only by Instinct.

Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex

Product Safety: Recall History of Instinct & JustFoodForCats?

Instinct has been recalled 2 times.

  • July 24, 2015: Salmonella
  • Feb. 15, 2013: Pieces of clear plastic in bag

According to our records, JustFoodForCats has never been recalled.

Price Comparison: Which Brand Is More Expensive?

Wet Cat FoodInstinctJustFoodForCats
Per Pound$8.87$12.40
Per Calorie$0.0179$0.0224

The average cost-per-lb is heavily influenced by the varying amounts of moisture present in each brand's food products (wet vs. dry food, dry vs. freeze-dried food, etc). However, the average cost-per-kcal eliminates the influence of moisture. Therefore, the average cost-per-kcal is the better metric to consider.

If you'd like to calculate the average cost-per-day or cost-pet-year of feeding Instinct or JustFoodForCats, input your pet's weight into our cost analyzer widget.

Averages price data can identify whether or not there exists a significant price difference between two brands. However, the actual price that you'll pay for Instinct or JustFoodForCats will depend on your shopping habits.

Pet owners who use our price comparison feature typically save more than 25% off retail prices for Instinct and JustFoodForCats. In addition, we currently have some great coupons for our readers.


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Where To Buy Instinct Pet Foods

You can purchase Instinct pet foods from the following stores:


84 Recipes In-Stock Today

59 Recipes In-Stock Today

67 Recipes In-Stock Today

17 Recipes In-Stock Today

Where To Buy JustFoodForCats Pet Foods

You can purchase JustFoodForCats pet food products from these retailers:


2 Recipes In-Stock Today

Type Of Pet Foods Available

ProductInstinctJustFoodForCats
Dry Dog Food37 RecipesNone
Wet Dog Food10 RecipesNone
Dog TreatsNoneNone
Dry Cat Food20 RecipesNone
Wet Cat Food16 RecipesNone
Cat TreatsNone1 Treats

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