{"product_id":"boreal-functional-interieur-poulet-chat","title":"Boréal Functional Indoor Cat Food, Chicken","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBoréal Functional Indoor Cat Food Chicken: weight control and hairballs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBoréal Functional Indoor Cat Chicken Food\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dry holistic recipe \u003cstrong\u003eformulated specifically for indoor cats\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eFresh boneless chicken\u003c\/strong\u003e as the first ingredient. Recipe suited to \u003cstrong\u003ea sedentary lifestyle\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003eadjusted calories\u003c\/strong\u003e to help prevent weight gain, \u003cstrong\u003ehigh fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e to help eliminate hairballs, and \u003cstrong\u003econtrolled magnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e for urinary health. \u003cstrong\u003eGrain-free\u003c\/strong\u003e, with no wheat, corn, or soy. Canadian \u003cstrong\u003efamily-owned company\u003c\/strong\u003e for over 30 years, based in \u003cstrong\u003eBeamsville, Ontario\u003c\/strong\u003e. Patented system \u003cstrong\u003eAvailaPet® (Zinpro)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Available in 2.26 kg (5 lb) and 5.44 kg (12 lb).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color:#d4edda; border-left:4px solid #28a745; padding:14px; margin:1em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏠 Formulated for indoor living\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0 0;\"\u003eFresh chicken. Adjusted calories (weight control). High fiber (hairballs). Controlled magnesium (urinary health). Added taurine. AvailaPet® (Zinpro). Made in Beamsville, Ontario.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose this recipe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifically formulated for indoor cats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh boneless chicken\u003c\/strong\u003e as the first ingredient: lean protein\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjusted calories\u003c\/strong\u003e for a low-activity lifestyle: helps prevent weight gain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e (pumpkin, chicory root): helps naturally eliminate hairballs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControlled magnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e: important for the urinary health of indoor cats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdded taurine\u003c\/strong\u003e: essential for heart, eye, and reproductive health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eL-carnitine\u003c\/strong\u003e: helps convert fat into energy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrain-free\u003c\/strong\u003e: peas, lentils, and sweet potato as complex carbohydrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo wheat, corn, soy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo gluten\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin\u003c\/strong\u003e: digestive fiber, helps with transit and hairballs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlaxseed\u003c\/strong\u003e: plant-based omega-3 (ALA), supports skin and coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChicory root\u003c\/strong\u003e (inulin): natural prebiotic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatented AvailaPet® (Zinpro) system\u003c\/strong\u003e: chelated organic minerals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh organic zinc\u003c\/strong\u003e to support skin, coat, and immunity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural antioxidants\u003c\/strong\u003e: rosemary extract, vitamin E\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdded probiotics\u003c\/strong\u003e for digestive health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Ontario\u003c\/strong\u003e in the family-owned Beamsville plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian family-owned company\u003c\/strong\u003e for over 30 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExclusive to neighborhood stores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is this recipe for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCats living \u003cstrong\u003eexclusively indoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCats with \u003cstrong\u003ea low-activity lifestyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCats \u003cstrong\u003eprone to hairballs\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCats with \u003cstrong\u003ea tendency to be overweight\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCats with \u003cstrong\u003eurinary health that needs monitoring\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamilies with \u003cstrong\u003eneutered cats\u003c\/strong\u003e that tend to gain weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamilies looking to encourage a \u003cstrong\u003eCanadian family-owned company\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color:#d1ecf1; border-left:4px solid #0c5460; padding:14px; margin:1em 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏠 Indoor cat: why a specific recipe?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:8px 0 0 0;\"\u003eAn indoor cat has a \u003cstrong\u003every different lifestyle\u003c\/strong\u003e from an outdoor cat: less exercise, more resting time, limited exposure to natural light, and more grooming (so more ingested hair). 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Encourage your cat to move with play and environmental enrichment. Transition \u003cstrong\u003egradually over 7 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMy cat is neutered and gaining weight, can this help?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Neutered cats have a \u003cstrong\u003eslower metabolism\u003c\/strong\u003e and a tendency to gain weight. This recipe with \u003cstrong\u003eadjusted calories\u003c\/strong\u003e and L-carnitine is a good fit. Also important: control portions and encourage activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMy cat often throws up hairballs, will this help?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ehigh fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e in this recipe helps eliminate ingested hair through the stool rather than by regurgitation. Allow \u003cstrong\u003e3 to 6 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e to see a difference. Combine with regular brushing for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs it suitable for my senior indoor cat?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a cat \u003cstrong\u003e7 years and older\u003c\/strong\u003e, take a look at the \u003cstrong\u003eFunctional Senior\u003c\/strong\u003e recipe, which includes glucosamine, chondroitin, and controlled phosphorus specifically suited to aging needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the difference with Original Grain-Free Chicken?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOriginal Grain-Free Chicken\u003c\/strong\u003e is suitable for all adult cats. \u003cstrong\u003eFunctional Indoor\u003c\/strong\u003e is specifically formulated for indoor living: \u003cstrong\u003eadjusted calories, higher fiber, L-carnitine\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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