Fructooligosaccharides, or FOS, are natural short-chain carbohydrates classified as prebiotics. Unlike probiotics, which directly introduce live bacteria, FOS nourish the beneficial bacteria already present in the gut—mainly lactobacilli and bifidobacteria—and promote their multiplication at the expense of pathogenic bacteria. This effect on the microbiota improves intestinal motility, which is the intestine's ability to move its contents regularly and efficiently. In the case of hairballs, hair ingested during grooming accumulates in the stomach when transit is insufficient. Intestinal transit optimized by FOS promotes the natural elimination of this hair via feces, rather than its accumulation and regurgitation. The effect is gradual and strengthens with regular consumption over several weeks.
Kit Cat Fresh Fillet - Chicken and Fibre (Hairball) 30g
Regular price
€2,15
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100% Natural Ingredients
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Grain- and by-product free
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No artificial additives
Composition
Tips and Usage
Recommended daily intake
Fructo-oligosaccharides and Hairballs: The Only FiletFresh with Targeted Functional Action
Among all products in the FiletFresh range, this is the only one to incorporate a functional ingredient for digestive health: fructo-oligosaccharides, or FOS. This formulation detail changes everything for certain cat profiles.
FOS are natural prebiotics. They are not digested by the cat's body but are fermented by beneficial bacteria in the gut microbiota. This process stimulates the growth of lactobacilli and bifidobacteria, improves intestinal motility, and smooths transit. In practice, this means that hair ingested during grooming (inevitable in all cats, and particularly abundant in long-haired breeds or cats during shedding periods) is more likely to pass naturally through the digestive tract rather than accumulating into hairballs.
Hairballs, when not naturally eliminated, cause frequent regurgitation, loss of appetite, and even intestinal blockages in severe cases. Regular intake of prebiotics is one of the most well-documented nutritional approaches to limit this phenomenon without resorting to laxative pastes or medicinal products.
The base remains 96.77% chicken fillet, with the same protein purity as the Grilled Chicken in the range: 28.58% crude protein, 1.40% fat, and only 112.79 kcal per 100g. It is one of the lowest-calorie snacks in the entire FiletFresh range, making it also a relevant choice for spayed/neutered cats or those on weight management. To vary daily treats, also discover our Purr Puree liquid treats and our selection of wet foods in jelly.
FAQ: All You Need to Know About FiletFresh Chicken and Fibers
What are fructooligosaccharides and how do they work against hairballs?
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Can this net replace a hairball paste?
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