Cat Treats Digestive Issues Reported

Friskies Pull 'n Play Tender Strings Tuna & Crab Flavors Cat Treats

Item: Friskies Pull 'n Play Tender Strings Tuna & Crab Flavors Cat Treats
Rating: 3.6
Author: Furdio

By Friskies 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence

5.5 /10

Quality

5.0

Value

7.0

Design

6.0

Function

8.0

Durability

6.0

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In a Nutshell

After purchasing these treats, the cats are enjoying it so much although cat owners are voicing concerns about digestive Issues.
Some users report their cats having changed bowel movement after use - for instance, some days soft and gooey, other days being constipated.
Definitely a case of customer satisfaction vs product quality trade-off.

Quick Verdict

Overall, there are mixed results for people's observations on these treats. Some customers noted they are tasty, the cats loved them, and they're often hard to find. But some users have mentioned digestive issues, not worth purchasing again.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10

Would Recommend 70%

Would Buy Again 50%

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs

Caution

🐈 Cats

Suitable

Critical Warnings

high

Digestive issues leading to abnormal bowel movements in cats.

Prevention: Do not feed these treats to cats with sensitive digestive systems.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Cats Love the Treats (5)
Cats enthusiastically enjoy these treats, finding them fun and tasty.
Difficult to Find (2)
The treats are praised for being hard to find, implying high demand.
Engaging for Cats (1)
The treats are designed to keep cats engaged and entertained.
Positive Sentiment on Playing (1)
Customers report positive feedback from their cats playing with the treats.

Cons

Digestive Issues (2) major
The treats caused changes in bowel movements for some cats, including soft stools and constipation.
Hard and Stale (1) medium
Some packages of treats arrived hard and stale, which affected their quality.

Who Is This For?

✓ Best For

• Cat owners who want their cats to eat and enjoy treats. — The cats are surely obsessed with these treats. These cat treats have become a nice surprise in the world of cat delicacies.

✗ Skip If

• Cat owners concerned about digestive issues. — Extended digestion time of poo ending up harder than usual has scared parents. Constipation on the other hand only added to worries via rising bills on health-related issues

Durability & Care

Cleaning Methods

✗ Machine wash

✗ Hand wash

✗ Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

✓ Hardwood

✓ Tile

⚠️ Carpet

✓ Vinyl

✓ Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.6

10 reviews

5★

60%

4★

10%

3★

2★

1★

30%

Cats Enjoy the Treat (5) Digestive Issues (2) Stale Treats (1)

Common Questions

Are these treats safe for cats with sensitive stomachs?

No, some reviews mention digestive issues, so they may not be suitable for cats with sensitive stomachs.

How do these treats affect cats' bowel movements?

Some cats experienced soft, gooey stools, while others became constipated.

Highlighted Reviews

— JackMillieRuby

"I ordered this to go with a toy dispenser. My kitties immediately took to it."

— Lindsay

"I wish I could give this a better review, but I'm very concerned about this product's ingredients. My cat absolutely loved these strings they provided. As this treat was the only thing that had changed in her diet, I stopped giving it to her. But she began to have changing bowel movements when they ..."