{"product_id":"merrick-purrfect-bistro-grain-free-healthy-senior-recipe-7lb","title":"Merrick Purrfect Bistro Grain Free Dry Cat Food - Healthy Senior Recipe | 7 lb","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSenior-Specific Nutrition for Cats 7 Years and Older\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMerrick Purrfect Bistro Healthy Senior Recipe is a grain-free dry cat food formulated specifically for cats aged 7 and older. Built around real deboned chicken as the first ingredient, this recipe delivers 70% protein from meat-sourced ingredients to support lean muscle mass as cats age. With moderate fat, higher fiber, and targeted joint support ingredients, it addresses the full spectrum of senior cat health needs - from mobility to digestion to skin and coat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Protein Source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Turkey Meal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry Cat Food\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTexture \/ Form\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKibble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNutritional Focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSenior health, muscle maintenance, joint support, hairball control, digestive support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLife Stage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSenior Cat (7+ years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeeding Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComplete \u0026amp; Balanced Meal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest For\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSenior cats needing high-protein, joint-supportive, grain-free daily nutrition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCat Size Suitability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll sizes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHealth Focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJoint support, muscle maintenance, hairball control, skin and coat, digestive health\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Pet Owners Choose This\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal deboned chicken is the first ingredient - 70% of protein comes from meat-sourced ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlucosamine (600 mg\/kg) and chondroitin sulfate (600 mg\/kg) support joint health and mobility in aging cats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrain free formula with sweet potatoes and peas as digestible carbohydrate sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOmega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids from salmon oil and flaxseed help reduce inflammation and support skin and coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFive probiotic strains support digestive health and immune function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigher fiber content including powdered cellulose supports hairball control and digestive regularity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCranberries and rosemary extract added as natural antioxidant sources\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafted in Merrick's Hereford, TX kitchen - cooked in the USA under strict FDA guidelines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Turkey Meal, Dried Potato, Peas, Natural Pork Flavor, Potato Protein, Powdered Cellulose, Natural Chicken Flavor, Sweet Potatoes, Chicken Fat (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Ground Flaxseed, Dried Whey Protein Concentrate, Cranberries, Phosphoric Acid, Salmon Oil (Source of Omega-3 Fatty Acids), Chicken Liver, Salt, Organic Alfalfa, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Potassium Iodide, Cobalt Amino Acid Complex, Sodium Selenite), Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Acetate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Niacin, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Thiamine Mononitrate), Choline Chloride, Taurine, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Rosemary Extract, Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrude Protein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emin 38.70%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrude Fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emin 12.00%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrude Fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emax 7.70%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMoisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emax 11.00%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFeeding Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed based on your senior cat's weight and activity level. Divide the daily amount into two or more meals. Always provide fresh water. Transition gradually over 7-10 days when switching from a previous food to avoid digestive upset. Consult your veterinarian for guidance specific to your senior cat's health needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStorage Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place. Reseal bag after each use to maintain freshness. Avoid direct sunlight and high-humidity environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal deboned chicken - first ingredient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e70% protein from meat-sourced ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrain free - no corn, soy, or wheat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGlucosamine and chondroitin for joint support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 probiotic strains for digestive health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOmega-3 and Omega-6 for skin, coat, and inflammation support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHairball control fiber blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7 lb bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt what age should I switch my cat to a senior formula?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis formula is designed for cats 7 years and older. Senior cats have different nutritional needs - including joint support, higher fiber, and adjusted calorie levels - that this recipe is specifically formulated to address.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat joint support ingredients are included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis formula contains glucosamine (600 mg\/kg) and chondroitin sulfate (600 mg\/kg), both of which support joint health and mobility in aging cats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this help with hairballs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This formula includes powdered cellulose and a higher overall fiber content to support hairball control and digestive regularity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this grain free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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