Dog Food

Castor & Pollux PRISTINE Grain-Free Small Breed Grass-Fed Beef Stew Canned Dog Food

By Castor & Pollux 16 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
6.6 /10
Quality
5.0
Value
6.0
Design
6.5
Function
7.0
Durability
6.0

In a Nutshell

  • Significant negative reports about side effects and strong smell
  • Positive experiences for picky eaters and vet-approved results but inconsistent.

Quick Verdict

The Castor & Pollux PRISTINE Grain-Free Small Breed Grass-Fed Beef Stew Canned Dog Food has mixed reviews. Some users report positive experiences, especially for picky eaters, but many complaints about vomiting, diarrhea, and strong smell are noted. The food seems to be effective for some dogs but may cause issues for others.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 16
Would Recommend 31%
Would Buy Again 31%
Avg Lifespan n/a

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Suitable For Picky Eaters (2)

    Effective with some reviews suggesting effectiveness for picky eaters

Cons

  • Strong Smell (3) critical

    Pets requiring unrelated treats and snacks to eat leading to vomiting

  • Diarrhea (1) major

    Dogs experiencing diarrhea after eating the food.

  • Skin Issues (1) major

    Dogs experiencing itching and rashes.

  • Poor Vet Results (3) critical

    Direct indication of a formula change leading to poor health results

Quality Trend: Declining

Recent reviews indicate a decline in quality, with more complaints about side effects and health issues. Overall, but less negative reviews, not more customers are satisfied

Older Reviews Said:

Mixed

Newer Reviews Say:

Declining

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Pet owners — who have picky pets and want healthy vet approved food

Skip If

  • Dog owners — suffering pet longer than usual vomit.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Not specified

Factors: Quality changes mentioned from previous years.

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

2.1
16 reviews
5★
31%
4★
0%
3★
6%
2★
13%
1★
50%
good (3) worth (2) bad (7) nasty (5)

Common Questions

Does this product have an issue of allergic problems?

Problematic allergies mentioned

Highlighted Reviews

— Jackie 3 found helpful

"My 16 year old Schnoodle eats nothing but Castor and Pollux wet dog food. Just had blood work done at vet and vet couldn't believe how good her lab results were!!!! I attribute it to great food!"

— Cheryl

"This stuff looks nasty and smells horrible. Dog ate and immediately threw it back up. MORE wasted money."

Bottom Line

While some users find this product great for picky eaters and see positive vet results, the high number of negative reports about side effects and smell make it a questionable choice. Further investigation and perhaps veterinary consultation might be necessary before making a purchase decision.

6.6 /10
Below Average