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ROYAL CANIN KITTEN LOAF GRAVY [85 GM]
ROYAL CANIN KITTEN LOAF GRAVY [85 GM]
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About Product
Royal Canin Kitten Instinctive Loaf Texture in Gravy Wet Cat Food is a complete and balanced wet food specially formulated for the second phase of kittenhood the critical consolidation stage spanning from 4 to 12 months of age. This is a period of extraordinary transformation for your feline companion: bone density is increasing, muscles are developing rapidly, the immune system remains in an immature and vulnerable state, and energy demands are exceptionally high as your kitten transitions from mother's milk toward a fully solid diet. Royal Canin's Instinctive range addresses these compounding physiological needs by delivering a precisely calibrated macro-nutrient profile the specific ratio of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates that kittens are scientifically proven to be instinctively drawn to in a soft, tender loaf texture that is gentle on developing baby teeth and ideal for kittens transitioning to solid foods. Enriched with an antioxidant complex of Vitamins E and C, taurine, and lutein, alongside DHA for brain and vision development, this formula reinforces both natural defences and cognitive growth at every serving. This product is also suitable for nursing mother cats. Animeal is proud to offer Royal Canin Kitten Instinctive Loaf Texture in Gravy Wet Cat Food as part of our carefully curated premium feline nutrition range.
Ingredients:
Vitamin E (DL-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate): Vitamin E is a critical fat-soluble antioxidant that operates at the membrane level of cells, intercepting and neutralising free radicals before they can cause oxidative damage to developing tissues. In kittens, whose immune system has not yet reached full maturity, Vitamin E plays a frontline role in supporting the development of antibody-mediated immune responses and bolstering defence against environmental pathogens. At the physiological level, it reinforces the structural integrity of immune cell membranes and modulates the activity of T-lymphocytes, ensuring your feline companion's natural defences are strengthening alongside their growing body.
Vitamin C (L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate): Vitamin C is a water-soluble antioxidant that works synergistically with Vitamin E to neutralise reactive oxygen species throughout the body's tissues. In the kitten's rapidly developing immune landscape, Vitamin C supports collagen synthesis essential for the integrity of connective tissue, skin, and mucosal barriers and potentiates the antimicrobial activity of phagocytic immune cells. Its inclusion alongside Vitamin E creates a dual-layered antioxidant shield that targets both fat-soluble and water-soluble oxidative threats during the most immune-vulnerable phase of your kitten's life.
Taurine: Taurine is an essential sulfonic amino acid that cats cannot synthesise in sufficient quantities endogenously, making dietary provision non-negotiable throughout all life stages, but especially during kittenhood. At the cellular level, taurine stabilises cardiac myocyte membranes, regulates intracellular calcium concentrations, and maintains normal retinal photoreceptor function deficiency in growing kittens has been directly linked to dilated cardiomyopathy and retinal degeneration. Taurine also plays a central role in bile acid conjugation, supporting the digestion and absorption of dietary fats and fat-soluble vitamins. Its presence in the Instinctive formula targets your feline companion's uniquely obligate taurine requirements from day one of weaning.
Lutein (from Marigold Extract Tagetes erecta): Lutein is a carotenoid antioxidant that accumulates preferentially in ocular tissues, specifically the retina and lens, where it acts as a biological filter against oxidative photodamage. In developing kittens, the inclusion of lutein reinforces the structural development of the retina during a critical window of visual system maturation. Beyond ocular function, lutein also enhances immune cell function by stimulating lymphocyte proliferation and supporting the activity of natural killer cells, adding a further immunological dimension to the antioxidant complex in this formula.
DHA Docosahexaenoic Acid (Omega-3 Fatty Acid, from Fish Oil): DHA is a long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid that is essential for the structural development of the brain and retina during the early growth period. At the neurological level, DHA is incorporated directly into the phospholipid bilayers of neural membranes, improving membrane fluidity and the efficiency of synaptic signal transmission. Higher DHA levels in the developing brain are associated with improved learning ability, faster reflexes, and greater cognitive adaptability. In the retina, DHA is the dominant structural fatty acid of photoreceptor outer segment membranes, supporting the visual acuity and colour discrimination that kittens rely on as they begin to explore and interact with the world around them.
Vitamin D3 (Cholecalciferol) 195 IU/kg: Vitamin D3 acts as a pro-hormone that regulates calcium and phosphorus absorption in the intestine and their deposition in bone and teeth. In growing kittens with rapidly mineralising skeletons, adequate Vitamin D3 is essential to ensure normal bone density and structural integrity, preventing the deficiency-related skeletal deformities (rickets) that can permanently compromise development. It also plays a role in immune cell differentiation, particularly in macrophage and T-cell regulation.
Mannan-Oligosaccharides (MOS) from Yeasts: MOS are prebiotic fibres derived from the cell wall of Saccharomyces cerevisiae that selectively stimulate the growth of beneficial commensal bacteria in the gut microbiome while competitively inhibiting the adhesion of pathogenic organisms to intestinal epithelial cells. In the developing kitten GI tract, MOS supplementation supports a balanced microbiota that is directly linked to improved nutrient absorption, more consistent stool quality, and a more robust gut-associated immune system the largest immune organ in the body.
Essential Minerals Iron (E1), Iodine (E2), Copper (E4), Manganese (E5), Zinc (E6): This carefully balanced mineral complex supports a range of essential physiological processes: Iron is required for haemoglobin synthesis and oxygen transport to growing tissues; Iodine regulates thyroid hormone production that governs metabolic rate and development; Copper supports connective tissue formation, iron metabolism, and neural development; Manganese activates enzymes involved in bone formation and antioxidant defence; and Zinc maintains skin barrier integrity, immune function, and enzyme activity throughout the growing body of your feline companion.
Features and Benefits
Instinctively Preferred Macro-Nutritional Profi...
Instinctively Preferred Macro-Nutritional Profile Backed by Science:
Royal Canin's nutritional scientists have identified the precise ratio of protein, fat, and carbohydrates that growing kittens are biologically predisposed to select when given a choice a phenomenon rooted in the instinctive nutritional wisdom cats have developed as obligate carnivores. This formula is built around that scientifically validated macro profile, ensuring that your feline companion receives exactly the nutrition their body signals it needs, resulting in enthusiastic, long-term acceptance of a diet that is equally palatable and deeply nourishing at every stage from 4 months to 12 months of age.
Soft Loaf Texture Designed for Baby Teeth and Effortless Weaning:
The tender, smooth loaf texture of this formula is specifically engineered to be gentle on the emerging adult teeth and sensitive gums of kittens in the midst of their dental transition. Unlike chunkier formats that may challenge a young kitten's chewing capacity or discourage eating, the loaf provides a uniformly soft eating experience that encourages consistent food intake ensuring that every essential nutrient reaches your feline companion in adequate amounts to sustain their high-growth demands. This texture is also ideal for nursing mother cats who benefit from an easily consumed, nutrient-dense wet food.
Comprehensive Antioxidant Immune Support During a Critical Vulnerability Window:
Between 4 and 12 months of age, a kitten's immune system is still actively developing and remains susceptible to infection and immune challenge. The synergistic antioxidant complex of Vitamins E and C, taurine, and lutein in this formula targets immune defence at multiple physiological levels reinforcing antibody production, protecting immune cell membranes from oxidative damage, and supporting mucosal barrier integrity to build a robust natural defence system in your feline companion during the window when they need it most.
DHA for Brain Development, Learning, and Visual Acuity:
The inclusion of DHA an omega-3 fatty acid clinically shown to support neural and retinal development ensures that your feline companion's growing mind and eyes are nourished at the most critical period of cognitive and visual system maturation. A well-nourished brain means a more curious, alert, responsive kitten who learns new experiences and stimuli more efficiently, while healthy retinal development underpins the exceptional visual acuity that will serve your feline companion throughout their life.
High Moisture Content for Hydration and Kidney Health:
With a moisture content of 78%, this wet food format naturally supports your kitten's daily fluid intake at a life stage when establishing good hydration habits is particularly valuable for long-term urinary and renal health. Cats are inherently low-thirst animals who benefit greatly from moisture delivered through food, and regular wet food feeding from kittenhood creates hydration patterns that help protect the kidneys and urinary tract as your feline companion matures into adulthood.
Suitable as a Complete Meal or Mixed Feeding Partner:
Royal Canin Kitten Instinctive Loaf can be served as a complete, standalone meal or used as part of a mixed feeding regimen alongside Royal Canin Kitten dry kibble. Mixed feeding combines the dental and textural benefits of dry food with the high moisture content and palatability of wet food, offering a nutritionally rounded approach to feeding that also keeps mealtimes engaging and varied for your feline companion.
Usage and Applications
How to Use:Serve Royal Canin Kitten Instinctive...
How to Use:
Serve Royal Canin Kitten Instinctive Loaf Texture in Gravy at room temperature to maximise aroma and palatability your feline companion's appetite is strongly guided by scent, and a cold pouch straight from storage will be significantly less enticing. Open the pouch and serve the contents directly into a clean bowl. If your kitten is transitioning from another food, introduce this formula gradually over seven days by mixing increasing proportions of the new food with the previous diet, allowing your kitten's digestive system to adapt comfortably. Always ensure fresh, clean drinking water is available alongside meals, even when feeding a high-moisture wet food. Uneaten wet food should not be left in the bowl for more than an hour, and any remaining food should be covered and refrigerated promptly. Do not use after the best-before date printed on the pouch.
Storage Advice:
Store unopened Royal Canin Kitten Instinctive Loaf pouches in a cool, dry place below 25°C, away from direct sunlight. Do not freeze. Once opened, transfer any unused portion to an airtight container and refrigerate immediately. Refrigerated leftovers should be used within 24 hours of opening. Before serving refrigerated food, allow the pouch or portion to return to room temperature for 10–15 minutes to restore optimal aroma and palatability for your feline companion. Do not use after the best-before date printed on the packaging.
About the Brand:
Royal Canin was founded in 1968 in Aimargues, France, by veterinarian Dr. Jean Cathary, who pioneered the revolutionary concept of nutrition as medicine after discovering that a carefully formulated cereal-based diet could resolve the skin and coat disorders he witnessed in his patients laying the philosophical cornerstone of "Health Through Nutrition" that drives every Royal Canin formula to this day. Now a part of Mars Petcare and operating in over 100 markets with more than 8,500 associates worldwide, Royal Canin has partnered with over 200 veterinary nutritionists, researchers, and scientific institutions to produce more than 260 precisely tailored formulas, backed by over 1,500 peer-reviewed publications and continuous feeding trial data from their dedicated pet research centres in France, the USA, and Brazil. The brand's product development philosophy is uncompromisingly scientific every formula is built from an empirical understanding of the specific physiological needs of each pet's age, breed, lifestyle, and health status, refusing any anthropomorphism and always placing the animal's true biological requirements at the centre of every nutritional decision. Royal Canin's commitment to rigorous science, manufacturing transparency through company-owned production facilities, and the lifelong welfare of cats and dogs aligns with Animeal's commitment to offering only the most trusted, veterinarian-endorsed nutrition for your beloved feline companion. Discover Royal Canin today.
Disclaimer:
Please note that while Royal Canin Kitten Instinctive Loaf Texture in Gravy is a complete and balanced wet cat food formulated from meat and animal derivatives, cereals, vegetable protein extracts, oils and fats, and a comprehensive vitamin and mineral complex, and is appropriate for kittens from 4 to 12 months of age as well as nursing mother cats, it is not a complete meal replacement for kittens under 4 months of age for very young kittens under four months, Royal Canin Mother & Babycat formulas are more appropriate. This product contains cereals and is not suitable for kittens with known grain sensitivities. For kittens with specific health conditions, food allergies, or those recovering from illness, consult your veterinarian before introducing this product. Animeal supports your pet's health and happiness journey but does not replace the advice of a qualified veterinary professional.
