Dog Food Editor's Choice
Instinct Healthy Cravings Real Chicken Recipe in Savory Gravy Grain-Free Wet Dog Food Topper

Instinct Healthy Cravings Real Chicken Recipe in Savory Gravy Grain-Free Wet Dog Food Topper

By Instinct 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2024 85% confidence
9.4 /10
Quality
9.0
Value
9.4
Design
9.0
Function
9.5
Durability
9.2

In a Nutshell

  • Very high overall satisfaction
  • Excellent for encouraging picky dogs to eat
  • Great for senior and ill dogs
  • High-quality ingredients

Quick Verdict

Instinct Healthy Cravings is highly recommended for picky eaters and senior dogs. The topper encourages eating and is loved by dogs.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 100%
Would Buy Again 89%
Avg Lifespan Not mentioned

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Encourages Eating (5)

    Helps picky or ill dogs to eat more.

  • High-Quality Ingredients (4)

    Made with real chicken and high-quality ingredients.

  • Suits Senior Dogs (2)

    Ideal for older dogs who need extra encouragement to eat.

  • Dog Loves (3)

    Dogs enjoy the taste and texture, making it an easy topper.

Cons

  • Price Concern (1) minor

    Some users find the price to be high compared to other options.

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Owners of picky or ill dogs — Helps encourage eating and appetite stimulation.
  • Owners of senior dogs — Aids in maintaining a healthy appetite in older dogs.

Skip If

  • Budget-conscious buyers — Price concerns are mentioned, and there are cheaper alternatives.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Not mentioned

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Mix well with dry food for best results

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood

Rating Distribution

4.9
9 reviews
5★
89%
4★
11%
3★
0%
2★
0%
1★
0%
Encourages Eating (4) High-Quality Ingredients (3) Dogs Love It (3) Good for Senior Dogs (2)

Common Questions

Is this product suitable for cats?

It seems to work, but the pieces are bigger, so a quick mashing is significantly helpful

Why did Smokee's kibble need replacing before this started to happen?

Not mentioned by the reviewer, hence cannot be inferred

Is mashing of the ingredient required before pressure?

Yes

Highlighted Reviews

— PitMom 4 found helpful

"After nearly a month of sporatic hunger strikes, adding Instinct to Smokee's kibble has encouraged him to eat. He hears me grab the pack and runs to his bowl."

Bottom Line

A highly recommended product, the Instinct Healthy Cravings food topper is excellent for encouraging dogs to eat and is particularly good for senior and ill dogs. Cheaper alternatives do exist, but Instinct Healthy Cravings wins points for quality and value for money.

9.4 /10
Exceptional