Vital Essentials Cat Food - Freeze-Dried Mini Patties - Chicken 8oz

Vital Essentials® Chicken Mini Patties Freeze-Dried Cat Food

Elevate your cat’s diet with Vital Essentials® Chicken Mini Patties Freeze-Dried Cat Food, packed with premium, butcher-cut chicken for superior nutrition. This grain-free, gluten-free, limited-ingredient formula delivers naturally occurring vitamins and minerals to build strong muscles, support digestive and oral health, and provide essential nutrients for cats to look and feel their best. Sourced from cage-free chicken in the USA and freeze-dried using a 48-hour process to lock in flavor and nutrients, these mini patties are perfect as a complete meal or a topper. Trusted by pet parents with numerous positive reviews, this AAFCO-compliant raw diet fuels energetic playtime for cats of all life stages.

Key Benefits of Raw Butcher-Cut Chicken Protein

• Cleaner Teeth: Natural abrasion promotes oral health.
• Digestive Health: Natural enzymes support a healthy digestive system.
• Immune & Heart Health: Zinc and taurine boost immunity and heart function.
• Lean, Strong Muscles: High-quality amino acids build and maintain muscle mass.
• Less Odor, Firmer Stools: Highly digestible nutrients reduce waste odor.
• More Energetic Playtime: Whole animal protein powers active, playful cats.

Why Choose Vital Essentials®?

Crafted with responsibly sourced, cage-free chicken, including muscle meat, organs, and bones, this formula excludes grains, fillers, artificial preservatives, or rendered by-products. The 48-hour slow freeze-drying process preserves natural enzymes and nutrients, delivering the real meat flavor cats crave in a convenient, shelf-safe resealable pouch.

Ingredients

Chicken, chicken heart, chicken liver, herring oil, mixed tocopherols (preservative), vitamin E supplement, zinc amino acid complex, iron amino acid complex, copper amino acid complex, manganese amino acid complex.

Guaranteed Analysis

Formulated to meet AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles for all life stages.

Calorie Content

ME = 4,105 kcal/kg, 65 kcal/patty (calculated).

Feeding Guidelines

Feed freeze-dried mini patties as is or rehydrate with warm water (approximately ½–1 tablespoon per patty). Crumble, add water, mix, and serve for a moisture-rich, complete, and balanced meal. Use as a standalone meal or as a topper over dry food. Always provide access to clean, fresh water. Store sealed in a cool, dry, dark place, away from children and pets. Best if fed within 30 days of opening. Not for human consumption.

Note: Growing kittens and pregnant or nursing cats may require 3–4% of body weight daily during high growth periods.

Transitioning to Raw

Transition to a raw diet over 7-10 days to avoid digestive upset:

• Days 1-3: Mix 25% Vital Essentials® with 75% current food.
• Days 4-6: Mix 50% Vital Essentials® with 50% current food.
• Days 7-10: Increase to 75% Vital Essentials®, then fully transition.

Handling Instructions

Wash hands, utensils, counters, food dishes, and related areas thoroughly with hot, soapy water after each feeding to prevent contamination.

Customer Feedback

Cat owners praise the irresistible taste and health benefits. Some cats prefer the patties crumbled with water for a softer texture, while others love the crunchy dry form, making it ideal for picky eaters.