As you know, predators must feed on animal proteins - this is precisely their natural needs. Orijen dry food for cats consists of 85% meat ingredients and fully covers the needs of pets for animal protein. Maximum preservation of nutrients is achieved due to the fact that 2/3 of the meat is added to the “dough” of the feed in fresh or raw form.
This means that there is simply no need for the manufacturer to include a huge amount of synthesized additives in the list of ingredients to enrich the diet. Your cat will already receive everything it needs in a natural and highly digestible form. The brand’s assortment includes four diets.
The manufacturer proceeds from the consideration that the needs of kittens after breastfeeding, as well as adult and elderly animals, do not differ in the set of necessary substances, therefore all food in the line is intended for cats of any age, subject to the recommended feeding standards.
Main components
Orijen is a food belonging to the holistic class. It is produced in Canada by Champion Petfoods. The brand's products meet all the criteria for natural cat nutrition, which are adapted to diets rich in different types of fresh meat with a high protein content in the most digestible form.
Orijen cat food contains a large amount of meat ingredients (85%), which are sources of animal protein and fat.
Each diet contains from 2 to 6 types of meat and fish.
The manufacturer includes fruits, berries, vegetables and herbs in the feed mixture:
- Lentils. The product contains coarse fibers that cleanse the intestines and promote normal digestion of food.
- Beans. It is a source of carbohydrates and vegetable proteins.
- Pumpkin. A product rich in fiber.
- Polka dots. Contains trace elements, antioxidants and lutein, which improve the functioning of the digestive system.
- Navy beans. The ingredient is a source of fiber.
- Parsnip. It contains vegetable protein, carbohydrates, a small amount of vitamins and minerals.
- Carrot. Contains vitamin A and plant fiber.
- Zucchini. Source of fiber and vitamins.
- Pears. Normalizes digestion.
- Cranberry. Helps maintain high acidity of urine.
- Blueberry. Prevents urolithiasis and infectious diseases of the genitourinary system.
- Cabbage. Replenishes the animal's body with vitamins A, K and C.
- Rose hip. Source of ascorbic acid.
- Seaweed. Strengthen the immune system.
- Serviceberry berries. Rich in fiber.
- Apples. Source of vitamins and fiber.
- Chicory root. Improves intestinal microflora.
- Burdock root normalizes blood glucose levels and digestion.
- Spinach. Source of vitamins, minerals, fiber and carbohydrates.
- Marshmallow root. Helps protect the walls of the gastrointestinal tract from damage.
- Turmeric. Has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects.
- Turnip. Promotes quick saturation.
- Milk thistle. Positively affects the liver.
- Lavender flowers. They have a calming effect, thereby eliminating attacks of aggression.
In addition to these components, the product also contains by-products (liver, heart), rich in vitamins and minerals in very small quantities.
Product varieties
The Orijen cat line is aimed at adult cats and kittens over 1 month old.
The brand produces 4 types of grain-free ready-to-eat foods:
- Cat & Kitten. It contains meat from goat, wild boar, deer, arctic char, sheep and duck (85 percent). The remaining 15% is fruits and vegetables. Suitable for feeding cats and kittens of different breeds. Calorie content - 416 kcal per 100 g.
- Fit & Trim. Ingredients: 85% - fresh turkey, chicken, wild herring, flounder, silver hake and chicken eggs. The food includes another 15% vegetable and fruit ingredients. Designed for overweight cats. Calorie content - 371 kcal per 100 g.
- Six Fish. The composition includes 85% fish components: Pacific sardine, hake, mackerel, flounder, whole perch and herring. Vegetables and fruits make up 15%. Suitable for cats of all breeds and all stages of life. Calorie content - 412 kcal per 100 g
- Tundra Cat. It contains 85% meat from goat, wild boar, deer, Arctic char, duck, as well as trout, mackerel, sardine, blue whiting, and herring. The remaining 15% is fruits and vegetables. A balanced diet is suitable for feeding cats and kittens of any breed. Calorie content 100 g - 412 kcal.
The entire line is presented in the form of dry complete food , made in the form of small flat granules, which the animal can completely swallow without choking. Packaging: 340 g, 1.8 kg, 5.4 kg and 17 kg. The average cost of the smallest package is 425 rubles, and the largest one is 10,300 rubles.
Mr. Cat recommends: cost and what can replace Orijen
Orijen brand food is high quality and expensive. Not all cat owners can buy them regularly. The average price for 1 kg ranges from 800 to 1500 rubles. It is better not to buy such food in bulk, as the bags can remain open for a long time. The quality of the product deteriorates, it becomes rancid, and becomes infected with bacteria. After 2 months, open packaging must be disposed of, but this is not always done. If a cat is poisoned, a competent doctor will ask about the food that is given to the animal.
Orijen food is sold in specialized stores. If you can’t find food, you need to go to the company’s official website. There are addresses where you can purchase everything you need for animals.
How to replace Orijen food
If there is a need to switch your pet to food after Orijen, you need to choose food only from the premium or super premium category or similar holistic ones. Economy will not work.
The price depends on the type and volume.
| Name/country of manufacture | Peculiarities | Cost (RUB per kg) |
| Premium | ||
| Purina Pro Plan/France | The food is sold in many stores, the price is average, the assortment is rich, there is veterinary nutrition. | Canned food: 0,65 – 75. Wet: 0,85 – 60. Dry:
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| Brit Premium/ Czech Republic | For its class, the food has a high meat content, and the price is low. No chemical preservatives. | Wet: 0,1 – 63; Dry (RUB per kg):
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| Super premium | ||
| Flatazor/ France | The main component is meat. Contains many vitamins. |
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| Monge/ Italy | There are no synthetic flavors, dyes, or preservatives. | Canned food: 0.8 g – 100; Dry food:
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| Holistic | ||
| Grandorf/ Belgium | There are no allergenic by-products, corn or wheat among the ingredients. | Wet food: 0.7 g – 75; Dry:
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| Power of Nature/ Germany | No corn or wheat were used in the preparation, so the product does not cause allergies. | Dry food:
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Orijen food is expensive, but of good quality, made from fresh raw materials, taking into account the needs of the animal’s body. This food for pets is popular all over the world, as it has shown its advantages in practice. In most sources, this food is the leader in the TOP of the best industrial products for cats.
Advantages and disadvantages
Orijen food, like any other product, has its pros and cons.
The advantages include:
- fresh and high quality ingredients;
- a large number of meat and fish products;
- lack of grains and potatoes;
- good taste;
- low carbohydrate content;
- compliance with the biological needs of the animal;
- the presence of a hypoallergenic formula;
- prevalence (available in all stores);
- absence of any chemical components.
Disadvantages of ready-made cat food include high cost, limited assortment (the company does not produce wet or medicated food) and the lack of a zipper on the packaging.
After hiding, the bag does not close tightly, and therefore dries quickly.
Feeding tips
It is recommended to feed animals with Orijen food 2 times a day, dividing the daily food intake into 2 doses with an interval between feedings of 8-12 hours. To determine the optimal daily dosage of the product, you must use a special table available on the back of the package.
However, since each animal is individual, the amount of daily food portion may vary.
If your pet is constantly hungry and looks too thin, you should increase the dose, but if, on the contrary, it rapidly begins to gain weight, you need to reduce the amount of product.
When feeding your cat dry food, be sure to ensure that fresh, clean water is always freely available.
Kat and kitten
Universal food recommended for kittens and adult animals. Lipids extracted from chicken liver serve as flavor enhancers. The ratio of proteins, fats and carbohydrates in a 100-calorie serving is optimal for pregnant and lactating females.
Feed composition
High levels of protein and energy stimulate the growth of young animals and the milk production of mothers. If a lactating cat has free access to Cat & Kitten food, the kittens grow and develop well. After weaning, the female does not look emaciated.
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The opinion of veterinarians
According to numerous reviews from veterinarians, Orijen food is one of the best holistic foods. However, it is not recommended to give it to cats with any health problems, since it contains a lot of protein and fat, which can cause deterioration of the condition.
Orijen grain-free food is a good option for feeding cats of different ages and breeds. But in the first weeks of introducing it into the animal’s diet, I recommend monitoring the pet’s condition, because due to the abundance of meat and fish in the product, it may develop digestive problems.
Valentina Petrovna, Nizhny Novgorod
Orijen is a natural food made in Canada. However, for many cats, feeding only this product can be disastrous, since a large amount of meat ingredients can cause digestive problems and worsen the functional state of the liver. To digest such a volume of meat, grain crops are needed, and, as is known, they are not included in the product.
Svetlana Dmitrievna, Moscow
I do not recommend including Orijen food in your cat’s main diet, since it is very poorly digested by the body, thereby increasing the load on the pancreas. I advise all pet owners to give this product only as a treat.
Ekaterina Vitalievna, Samara
Orijen is an improved variation of the popular Acana food.
The product contains 85% fresh meat or fish, and the remaining 15% consists of vegetables, fruits and herbs. In this regard, I recommend the products of this brand for feeding cats and small kittens over 1 month old that do not have health problems. The advantage of the product is the absence of grain, corn, potatoes and synthetic additives, which often cause an allergic reaction. Egor Petrovich, Tula
Reviews of Orijen cat food
Vladimir, Maine Coon owner:
My cat was given to me as an adult, so the issue of feeding arose abruptly and very acutely. Unfortunately, the cat was not in his best condition: thin, dull, hair was coming out, his eyes were watery. I bought the first quality food I came across - Orijen Cat & Kitten and did not regret it. I didn’t read reviews of Orijen cat food - I just didn’t have time. Of course, the daily dose had to be calculated according to the weight of my cat. My Coon fell for crackers and still loves them. Within a month, the coat became shiny, evened out, and nothing flowed from the eyes anymore. Despite his advanced age (5 years), Kun is still affectionate and playful, like a kitten.
Elizaveta, owner of two outbred cats:
I found Leta on the street as an exhausted and battered cat, and a month later my relatives suddenly made me happy with Basya, a fat and lazy cat with no signs of any breed. The question arose: how to feed them both? One needed food with a low calorie content, the other needed food with a high calorie content. And they began to take food from each other from the very first day, because you cannot explain to them that the red bowl is only for Basya, and the yellow one is only for Leta. The vet recommended Orijen Fit & Trim Cat. The portions were exactly the same, but for the first month I had to feed the cats one at a time in order to accurately control who ate and how much. Then my girls got along with their personalities, and I calmed down a little: they began to eat together and stopped fighting for food. We were on Orijen Fit & Trim Cat for about six months. Leta gained 1 kilogram, and Basya lost about the same amount. Now I have two beautiful, and most importantly healthy cats.
Margarita, owner of a British cat:
My cat is a terrible picky eater. If you put something wrong in her bowl, she will turn away, meow, turn around and walk away. He will be offended at least all day until you appease him with something tasty. We suffered a lot with her, but we love her, the infection, with all my heart. I have been a fan of Orijen and Acana foods for many years. I fed them to my previous cat, and now I feed my current one. In principle, the problem with grievances has been solved: the cat refuses Orijen granules only when she is mortally bored with them. I try to take small packs, but of two or three types, pour them into jars with a tight lid and give them a little at a time. One food for a week, another for a week, then a third. The method works flawlessly in the case of our sweetheart: she is happy and we are happy.
Vladimir Ivanko, veterinarian at the state veterinary hospital:
Orijen food is expensive. I can't say anything more bad about them. In my job I have to deal with different cats, and I have noticed that those that are fed super-premium food really look and feel better. The composition of Orijen feed was studied. As a specialist, he arranged for me in all types of food from this company. Would I recommend this food? Most likely yes. It’s better not to skimp on your pets’ health, otherwise you’ll end up spending more on medications and trips to clinics.
Elena Stefanovich, paramedic at the Friend Clinic:
I have no complaints about Orijen food. I don't just recommend it to the owners of our four-legged patients, I buy it myself for my two cats and a cat. My animals are purebred, show animals, so I can’t afford to risk their health and appearance.
