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Natural Balance Original Ultra Whole Body Health Reduced Calorie Chicken, Salmon & Duck Formula Canned Dog Food

Natural Balance Original Ultra Whole Body Health Reduced Calorie Chicken, Salmon & Duck Formula Canned Dog Food

By Natural Balance 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 90% confidence
7.8 /10
Quality
7.2
Value
7.1
Design
7.0
Function
8.6
Durability
5.0
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In a Nutshell

  • Good taste and health benefits but inconsistent textures reported.
  • Useful for disguising medications.
  • Packaging and quality control issues noted.

Quick Verdict

This canned dog food is popular for its taste and health benefits, but inconsistency in texture and quality control issues are concerns.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 70%
Would Buy Again 100%

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Critical Warnings

high

Defective packaging.

Prevention: Always check your delivery on arrival or bring employee shirts to pick up orders

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Tasty Formula (4)

    The food is consistently tasty and well-received by dogs.

  • Reduced Calorie (2)

    Suitable for dogs needing to maintain or lose weight.

  • Mixes Well with Other Foods (3)

    Easily combined with dry food for added nutrition.

  • Easily Conceals Medication (2)

    The consistency makes it ideal for hiding pills.

  • Gets cats excited about mealtime as well (1)

    Sults chase other cats in go for the cat food when they get a scent

Cons

  • Inconsistent Texture (5) major

    Texture and consistency vary widely between cans.

    Tip: Checking each can before serving the dog.

  • Defective Packaging (2) major

    Many cans are dented or crushed, making them difficult to open.

    Tip: Double-checking cans for damage before purchase.

  • Unreliable Supply (1) major

    Inability to count on stock due to logistical issues.

    Tip: Buying multiple quantities to ensure stock.

  • Third-Party Delivery Issues (1) major

    Unfortunately, repeated problems of not being sent correctly

    Tip: Check the invoice

Quality Trend: Declining

Consistency issues are becoming more prevalent in reviews.

Older Reviews Said:

Mostly positive.

Newer Reviews Say:

More critical.

Who Is This For?

✓ Best For

  • • Dog owners looking for a reduced-calorie option — Helps manage weight and provides balanced nutrition.
  • • Owners with arthritis/Harus openers issues — Mixes well for administering meds
  • • Owners of Cocker Spaniels — Small dogs needing weight management.

✗ Skip If

  • • Dog owners who prefer consistent texture — Texture varies widely between cans.
  • • Those requiring reliable delivery — Inconsistent stock and delivery issues.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 1 month to 30 days.

Cleaning Methods

✗ Machine wash
✓ Hand wash
✓ Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Check theterns of the cans

Floor Compatibility

⚠️ Hardwood
⚠️ Tile
⚠️ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
⚠️ Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.4
10 reviews
5★
60%
4★
10%
3★
10%
2★
20%
1★
0%
taste (4) inconsistency (5) packaging (3)

Common Questions

Is this food suitable for small dogs needing weight management?

Yes, this food is especially praised for its reduced calorie content and usefulness in managing weight.

Highlighted Reviews

— ginger 1 found helpful

"The pet stores in my area stopped carrying this low calorie dog food. I like that is a solid food I can easily wrap pills in for my dog. All the other low calorie foods are loose stew meats, which don't work for pills . Chewy has a good price and the shipping was very fast!"

— GINO

"A VERY BAD PRODUCT IN ONE CAN IS SOUP IN THE NEXT CAN IS HARD JELLY IN NEXT IS DRY. I WILL NOT BUY IT ANYMORE, A WASTE OF MONEY."

Bottom Line

For dogs who enjoy the taste and need a reduced-calorie diet, this food is a good option, but be prepared for texture inconsistencies and potential packaging problems. Consider other brands if consistent quality is a priority.

7.8 /10
— Good

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