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Dave's Pet Food Stewlicious Grain-Free Hearty Beef Stew Canned Dog Food

Dave's Pet Food Stewlicious Grain-Free Hearty Beef Stew Canned Dog Food

By Dave's Pet Food 17 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
6.7 /10
Quality
5.5
Value
7.0
Design
8.0
Function
6.5
Durability
5.0

In a Nutshell

  • Mixed feedback on taste and quality
  • High liquid content reported in many cans
  • Good price-to-quality ratio noted
  • Consistent quality issues

Quick Verdict

Dave's Stewlicious Grain-Free Hearty Beef Stew receives mixed feedback. Some users praise its taste, while others report quality issues and high liquid content.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 17
Would Recommend 47%
Would Buy Again 47%
Avg Lifespan 1-2 months

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Critical Warnings

high

Inconsistent quality and high liquid content.

Prevention: Inquire about batch consistency.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Great taste (7)

    Dogs love the taste.

  • Good mix-in (1)

    Mixes well with dry food.

  • Price-to-quality (3)

    Good value for the price.

  • Smells like human food (1)

    Pleasant smell.

Cons

  • Lack of meat (3) major

    Some cans contain mostly gravy with few pieces of meat.

  • Quality control issues (3) critical

    Some cans look significantly underfilled.

    Tip: Mentioned mixing with pate to compensate.

  • Inconsistent quality (4) critical

    Variability in product content and quality.

  • Made dog sick (1) major

    Some dogs experienced digestive issues.

Quality Trend: Declining

Inconsistent quality with many complaints of low meat content and high liquid content.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Dog owners with picky eaters — Dogs love the taste and it mixes well with dry food.
  • Owners looking for grain-free options — Grain-free formula mentioned positively.

Skip If

  • Owners with dogs sensitive to new foods — Some reports of digestive issues.
  • Those prioritizing quality consistency — Inconsistent meat content and quality control issues.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Immediate use to a few months

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

⚠️ Hardwood
⚠️ Tile
⚠️ Notes
⚠️ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
⚠️ Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.0
17 reviews
5★
47%
4★
0%
3★
6%
2★
0%
1★
47%
Taste (4) Value (3) Quality (5) Content (3)

Common Questions

Is this food suitable for picky eaters?

Yes, many users mention their dogs love the taste.

How does this mix with dry food?

Most users find it mixes well due to the gravy content.

Are there any health issues reported with this food?

One user reported digestive problems, but this is not widespread.

Highlighted Reviews

— Jean

"My dogs love Dave's STEWlicious! My old dog has some problems with kibble but is thriving on Dave's can food. — Jean"

— Andrea

"I have bought several different varieties of Daves canned foods and most I liked but this last time there were a LOT of cans that were nothing but gravy with just a VERY FEW pieces of meat at the bottom. Obviously something has gone wrong with their quality control and I will not buy this canned dog..."

Bottom Line

This product may not be consistent in quality. If you've had good experiences, proceed with caution; otherwise, consider alternatives.

6.7 /10
Average