Purina Kitten Chow Kitten Food Healthy Development with Real Chicken Dry Kitten Food
- Dry Cat Food
- Bag
- Veterinary Diet
- Cat
A real-chicken dry kitten food aimed at growth and brain development, sold as a four-bag case for kitten owners.
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How it ranks among the 140 dry cat food we track
4.7★ across 2,400 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2,400 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
1,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
Purina Kitten Chow is a dry kitten food built around real chicken, sold here as a case of four 3.15 lb bags for a total of 12.6 lbs.
The formula targets growth stage nutrition with DHA for brain development and added protein for muscle support, rather than being a general maintenance food. It carries no artificial colors or flavors per the ingredient claims. Because it's a four-bag case rather than a single large bag, it's suited to households wanting to portion or store smaller amounts at a time.
- Four 3.15 lb bags, 12.6 lbs total
- Real chicken recipe with DHA
- Crunchy kibble for kittens
- No artificial colors or flavors
Who it's for
Made for kittens in a growth stage rather than adult cats, and for owners who prefer buying a multi-bag case over one large bag. Owners of adult cats should look at Purina's adult formulas instead, since this is specifically a kitten growth food.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Real chicken as a named protein
- DHA included for brain development
- No artificial colors or flavors
- Formulated for kittens only, not adult cats
- Case of four smaller bags rather than one large bag
Performance notes
Real chicken sits as the named protein with DHA included for brain development, a nutrient commonly targeted in kitten formulas for the growth window. The kibble form is described as crunchy, which supports normal chewing development at this life stage.
Specifications
| Brand | Purina |
|---|---|
| Model | 017800150200 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 12.6 pounds |
| Package Size Name | Case of 4 |
| Dog Breed Size | All |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Kitten |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 12.6 pounds |
| Included Components | Four (4) 3.15 lb. Bags - Purina Kitten Chow Dry Kitten Food, Nurture Muscle + Brain Development |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 60 days |
| Other details | |
| Container Type | Bag |
| Animal Food Diet Type | Veterinary Diet |
| Pet Type | Cat |
| Number Of Items | 4 |
| Item Type Name | Cat Food |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Muscle Support; Brain Development; Growth Support |
| Asin | B07D9XHRZ1 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Growth Support; Brain Development; Muscle Support; No Artificial Colors, Growth Support; Brain Development; Muscle Support; No Artificial Flavors, Growth Support; Brain Development; Muscle Support; Real Meat, Growth Support; Brain Development; Muscle Support; With Vitamins |
| Additional Features | High Protein with Real Chicken, DHA for Brain Development, No Artificial Colors or Flavors |
| Best Sellers Rank | #7,348 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #220 in Dry Cat Food |
| Animal Food Nutrient Content Claim | High Protein |
| Flavor | Chicken |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 00017800179980 |
| Animal Food Ingredient Claim | No Artificial Flavors |
| Item Form | Kibble, Crunchy |
| Model Number | 017800150200 |
| Manufacturer | Nestle Purina Pet |
| Upc | 017800179980 |
| Allergen Information | Allergen-Free |
| Product Benefits | Supports muscle and brain development, promotes growth |
| Occasion | Birthday |
| Special Ingredients | Chicken |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '2,445', 'stars': '4.7'} |
| Target Species | Cat |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in dry cat food.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purina Kitten Chow Kitten Food Healthy Development with Real Chicken Dry Kitten FoodThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 2,400 | 4.5 / 5 |
| IAMS Proactive Health Dry Cat FoodIAMS | 4.8 / 5 | 37,300 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Hill's Science Diet Kitten Dry Cat FoodHill's | 4.8 / 5 | 11,600 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Blue Buffalo Tastefuls Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Sensitive Stomach Adult Dry Cat FoodBlue | 4.7 / 5 | 13,100 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Meow Mix Tender CentersMeow | 4.7 / 5 | 10,300 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Purina 017800150200
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is Purina Kitten Chow for kittens or adult cats?
It's formulated for kittens, with growth and brain development listed as its intended uses.
How many bags come in this pack?
Four 3.15 lb bags, totaling 12.6 lbs.
Does it contain DHA?
Yes, DHA for brain development is listed among the additional features.