Instinct Be Natural Adult Real Lamb & Oatmeal Recipe Dry Dog Food
In a Nutshell
- Excellent taste and quality
- Great for dogs with allergies (except chicken)
- Recent formula change and price increase have disappointed some customers
- High recommendation rate
Quick Verdict
Instinct Be Natural Adult Real Lamb & Oatmeal Recipe Dry Dog Food is highly recommended for its taste and quality. It's great for dogs with allergies but the recent formula change and price increase have caused some disappointment among loyal customers.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Taste and Enjoyment (5)
Dogs love the taste, even picky eaters.
Cons
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Formula Change (3) major
Recent change includes chicken, affecting dogs with allergies.
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Price Increase and Bag Size Reduction (2) major
The price has increased, and the bag size has been reduced.
Quality Trend: Declining
The recent formula change has led to some dissatisfaction, especially among dogs with chicken allergies.
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Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Dog owners with picky eaters — Dogs love the taste and find it enjoyable.
- • Dog owners with allergic dogs (except chicken allergy) — Many dogs with allergies have benefitted from this food.
✗ Skip If
- • Dog owners with chicken allergies — The recent formula change includes chicken, which can affect dogs with this allergy.
Durability & Care
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Rating Distribution
Common Questions
Can I use Instinct Be Natural for a dog with chicken allergies?
No, the current formula includes chicken and can affect dogs with this allergy.
How has the price and size changed recently?
The bag size has been reduced from 50 lbs to 30 lbs, and the price has increased.
Is this food good for picky eaters?
Yes, many reviews mention that even picky eaters enjoy this food.
Highlighted Reviews
"My dog wants to know where this food has been all her life! I have several whippets, one of them extremely particular about her food. Some days Eddy eats, some days she looks at her bowl as if it's going to attack her any minute. Those days you can write it off—Eddy isn’t going to eat. That didn..."
"Warning: They changed the recipe! My dogs have done great on this food for years, until they changed the recipe and now it includes chicken, which they are allergic to. They have now started to have their skin issues again due to the chicken."
Bottom Line
If your dog does not have chicken allergies, this is an excellent choice. However, be aware of the recent formula change and bag size reduction. For those with specific dietary needs, double-check the label to ensure it meets your dog's requirements.