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Blue Buffalo Healthy Gourmet Grilled Salmon Entree in Gravy Canned Cat Food

Blue Buffalo Healthy Gourmet Grilled Salmon Entree in Gravy Canned Cat Food

By Blue Buffalo 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
5.6 /10
Quality
6.0
Value
5.0
Design
0.0
Function
6.5
Durability
0.0

In a Nutshell

  • Cats have mixed reactions to the taste.
  • Strong, unpleasant smell.
  • Better for some types of cat, but may cause odor issues

Quick Verdict

The Blue Buffalo Healthy Gourmet Grilled Salmon Entree in Gravy is a mixed bag. While some cats love it and enjoy the grat, others completely reject it. Moreover, the product has a strong smell, which many users dislike.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 33%
Would Buy Again 22%
Avg Lifespan Unclear

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • High Acceptance Among Some Picky Cats (2)

    Some finicky cats enjoyed the food and ate it.

Cons

  • Strong Smell (2) minor

    The product has a strong, unpleasant smell.

    Tip: Ventilation and candles help, but these are still cosmetic fixes.

  • Rejection by Multiple Cats (2) critical

    Many cats completely refuse to eat this food, even cats who usually eat anything.

Quality Trend: Declining

Initial positive reviews have led to a series of negative reports about smell, quality, and cat acceptance.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Cat owners with picky eaters — Some cats, particularly picky eaters, seem to enjoy it.

Skip If

  • Owners sensitive to strong smells — Lucas owners reported a charred smuty smell.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Unclear

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
⚠️ Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.0
9 reviews
5★
44%
4★
11%
3★
0%
2★
0%
1★
44%
palate (2) smell (2) allergic (1)

Common Questions

Does this food have a strong smell?

Yes, many users report a strong, unpleasant smell.

Are cats generally picky with this food?

Yes, some cats, including those with varied diets, refuse it.

Highlighted Reviews

— CatMom 1 found helpful

"My cats are very picky eaters. I started them on this food when I first got them. Then the local store stopped selling and then found it on Chewy. This is the only food that my cats will literally clean their food dishes on. They gobble it right up. So as long as I can get this food, my cats will al..."

— SheilaP

"None of my 4 cats will eats the food. One eats anything and won't eat it. Disappointed."

Bottom Line

Given the inconsistency in acceptance by cats and the strong, unpleasent smell, potential buyers should consider this carefully.

5.6 /10
Below Average