Pet Food Consistency Issues
Natural Balance Vegetarian Formula Canned Dog Food

Natural Balance Vegetarian Formula Canned Dog Food

By Natural Balance 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
6.3 /10
Quality
6.0
Value
6.5
Design
6.0
Function
7.0
Durability
6.0

In a Nutshell

  • Dogs with allergies and renal issues benefited from this food.
  • Some users had issues with consistency and texture.
  • Delivery concerns were reported by a few users.

Quick Verdict

Natural Balance Vegetarian Formula Canned Dog Food is a good choice for dogs with specific dietary needs, particularly those with allergies or renal issues. However, some users reported issues with consistency and texture, and a few had problems with delivery.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 60%
Would Buy Again 60%
Avg Lifespan Not specified

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Allergy friendly (3)

    Good for dogs with protein allergies or renal issues

  • Easy to eat (2)

    Soft texture is easy for older dogs or those with dental issues

Cons

  • Consistency issues (2) minor

    Some batches are too soft or mushy

  • Delivery issues (1) minor

    Packages sometimes left in inconvenient locations

    Tip: Contact the delivery service to reroute the package to the correct destined address.

Quality Trend: Declining

Slight decline, , with newer reviews being more negative

Older Reviews Said:

mostly positive

Newer Reviews Say:

mostly neutral to negative

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Owners of dogs with food allergies or renal issues β€” The food is well-received among dogs with sensitive dietary needs, improving their overall health and satisfaction

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Owners who prefer firm texture β€” The texture is too soft for some dogs

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Not specified

Factors: Delivery, too soft or mushy

Cleaning Methods

βœ— Machine wash
βœ— Hand wash
βœ— Spot clean

Rating Distribution

4.0
10 reviews
5β˜…
60%
4β˜…
0%
3β˜…
10%
2β˜…
0%
1β˜…
30%
allergy friendly (3) consistency issues (2) delivery issues (1)

Common Questions

Is this food suitable for dogs with renal issues?

Yes, many users reported positive experiences with dogs having renal issues.

What is the consistency of the food?

Some users found it too soft or mushy, which was a deal breaker for them.

Highlighted Reviews

β€” Doris 1 found helpful

"I tried this food for my pet since he has horrible protein allergies. I originally got him Royal canin canned vegetarian food but I cannot find it any where. I did some research and found this one. I needed soft food without pea protein so I thought I’d give this a try. It’s great! He loves i..."

β€” Diane

"this food I recvd I'd not the sane as what I get from pet store. The food in can is a darker color and watery. My dog won't even touch it. I think something is wrong with these cans of food. I took pictures to show comparison. The one I always buy is a lighter color and firmer. Needless to s..."

Bottom Line

This product is great for dogs with specific dietary needs, but be wary of the consistency and delivery issues.

6.3 /10
β€” Average