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AvoDerm Natural Grain-Free Chicken & Duck Recipe in Gravy Cat Food Pouches

AvoDerm Natural Grain-Free Chicken & Duck Recipe in Gravy Cat Food Pouches

By AvoDerm 15 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 80% confidence
4.3 /10
Quality
3.5
Value
2.0
Design
3.0
Function
4.0
Durability
3.0

In a Nutshell

  • Significant discrepancies between online and actual ingredient lists
  • High rejection rate by cats, even with different feeding methods
  • Potential health risks for cats with fish allergies
  • Few positive reviews mention skin health improvements
  • Serious concerns about quality and customer satisfaction

Quick Verdict

Despite some positive feedback on skin health, this food faces major issues due to ingredient discrepancies and high rejection rates by cats. Most reviewers express disappointment and recommend caution.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 15
Would Recommend 10%
Would Buy Again 10%
Avg Lifespan Not specified

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Critical Warnings

critical

Presence of salmon oil in a product marketed as fish-free, posing a risk to cats with fish allergies.

Prevention: Check ingredient list thoroughly and avoid if your cat has allergies

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Skin Health (1)

    Improved skin condition reported by a few users.

Cons

  • Ingredient Discrepancies (3) critical

    Online ingredient list does not match actual product.

  • Cat Rejection (5) major

    Cats refusing to eat the food.

  • Smell and Quality Issues (2) major

    Unpleasant smell and poor quality reported.

Quality Trend: Declining

Quality seems to have declined due to inconsistency in the ingredient list and batch variation.

Older Reviews Said:

mixed

Newer Reviews Say:

mainly negative

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Pet owners with healthy cats β€” Those who do not have fish allergies and looking for grain-free, natural options

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Pet owners with cats having fish allergies β€” Due to discrepancy in ingredient list

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Not specified

Factors: NA

Cleaning Methods

βœ— Machine wash
βœ— Hand wash
βœ— Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

βœ“ Hardwood
βœ“ Tile
βœ“ Carpet
βœ“ Vinyl
βœ“ Laminate

Rating Distribution

1.8
15 reviews
5β˜…
20%
4β˜…
0%
3β˜…
7%
2β˜…
7%
1β˜…
67%
Quality ingredients (2) Tasty food (1) Fish allergen (3) Inconsistent ingredients (3)

Common Questions

Is this product suitable for cats with fish allergies?

No, due to the presence of salmon oil, it is not suitable for cats with fish allergies.

How do cats generally react to this food?

Most cats reject this food, even after multiple attempts and mixing with favorite foods.

Highlighted Reviews

β€” GR3G 1 found helpful

"I had bought a packet of this once or twice and finally decided to feed it to my cats on a regular basis. We have one that we took in that was feral and has always had skin problems. Not much we could do other than hydrocortisone shots which only lasted a week or two. Since feeding him this food ..."

β€” Daphne

"Purchased this food specifically because the online ingredient list did not contain fish or fish oil. BUT, the pouches I received have salmon oil on the ingredient list. Besides that, before reading the ingredient list on the pouch, I fed one to my cat. He licked some of the gravy and walked away. ..."

Bottom Line

Given the high number of negative experiences and the potential health risks for allergic cats, this product should be approached with caution. Consider other cat food options that provide consistent ingredient accuracy and better cat acceptance rates.

4.3 /10
β€” Below Average