Pet Food
Wellness CORE+ Hairball Chicken Grain-Free Natural Dry Cat Food, 4.75-lb bag

Wellness CORE+ Hairball Chicken Grain-Free Natural Dry Cat Food, 4.75-lb bag

By Wellness 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2024 85% confidence
6.0 /10
Quality
6.5
Value
6.0
Design
6.0
Function
7.0
Durability
6.0

In a Nutshell

  • Good quality food
  • Some cats refuse to eat due to dusty texture
  • aimé by many cats, especially those who like Wellness Core

Quick Verdict

This cat food is generally well-liked but has some texture and palatability issues.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 60%
Would Buy Again 60%
Avg Lifespan A few months

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Good Quality (4)

    Many customers appreciate the high-quality ingredients and benefits for their cats' health.

Cons

  • Dusty Texture (2) major

    Some bags were reported to be dusty, causing cats to avoid the food.

    Tip: Use a slow feeder to help manage intake

Quality Trend: Declining

Recent changes in the formula and packaging have led to decreased quality and palatability issues.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Cat owners looking for high-quality dry food — Good ingredients and health benefits
  • Cat owners with multiple cats — Success with all four cats in one review

Skip If

  • Owners with picky cats — Texture and palatability issues reported
  • cat owners seeking consistent texture — Texture variations and dustiness are concerns

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Up to several months

Factors: Storage conditions, Brand variance

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.8
10 reviews
5★
50%
4★
10%
3★
10%
2★
10%
1★
20%
quality (2) value (1) quality (5) value (2) ease_of_use (1)

Common Questions

What should I do if the food is too dusty?

Check the texture upon delivery and consider returning if too dusty.

Highlighted Reviews

— Mothership

"My cat loves this kibble, almost to a fault. She prefers it to moist food. I have to use a slow feeder, otherwise she gobbles it up and then throws it up. My biggest gripe is that Chewy keeps saying it's discontinued, so I have to buy it elsewhere."

— John

"I love this brand for their core wellness shreds but this was an absolute miss for us. Came out super dusty and my 5 cats agreed on not liking it. I donated it to my feral feeding friend."

Bottom Line

This product is suitable for cats who enjoy Wellness Core, but be aware of potential quality control issues. It's a good option but consider other brands if your cat is picky.

6.0 /10
Average