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Instinct Original Adult Grain-Free Real Salmon Recipe Dry Dog Food

Instinct Original Adult Grain-Free Real Salmon Recipe Dry Dog Food

By Instinct 10 reviews analyzed Updated Dec 2025 85% confidence
6.8 /10
Quality
8.0
Value
6.5
Design
7.0
Function
7.0
Durability
7.0

In a Nutshell

  • Improved coat health and alleviated allergies in some dogs.
  • Mixed reviews on smell and taste.
  • Formula changes and ingredient discrepancies noted.

Quick Verdict

Instinct Original Adult Grain-Free Real Salmon Recipe Dry Dog Food is generally well-received for its quality and effectiveness in improving dog coat health. However, some users report issues with smell and effectiveness on specific dogs.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 80%
Would Buy Again 60%
Avg Lifespan N/A

Pet Compatibility

šŸ• Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Critical Warnings

critical

Delated health risks in doggies

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Improved Coat (2)

    Reported to improve dog's coat health significantly.

  • Allergy Relief (1)

    Effective in reducing allergies and skin issues.

  • Flavor (2)

    Most dogs find the food tasty.

Cons

  • Unpleasant Smell (1) major

    Some users find the smell fishy and unpleasant.

  • Formula Changes (1) critical

    Ingredient changes have affected its effectiveness.

  • Effectiveness (1) major

    Some dogs do not show improvement in stomach issues.

Quality Trend: Declining

Some users report changes in the formula leading to skin issues.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

āœ“ Best For

  • • Dogs with coat issues or allergies — Reported improvements in coat health and allergy relief

āœ— Skip If

  • • Dogs with sensitive stomachs — Some users reported no improvement in digestive issues

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan N/A

Rating Distribution

3.7
10 reviews
5ā˜…
50%
4ā˜…
10%
3ā˜…
20%
2ā˜…
0%
1ā˜…
20%
smell (1) formula changes (1)

Common Questions

Is this food suitable for dogs with allergies?

Yes, some users report significant improvements in coat health and allergy relief.

Does the food have a strong smell?

Yes, some users find the smell fishy and unpleasant.

Has the formula changed recently?

Yes, recent reviews mention changes in the formula leading to skin issues.

Highlighted Reviews

— Ava

"This is the second dog to which I am feeding this food. Her coat is beautiful beautiful. The first dog had allergies and had a big bald spot for five years. I found this food and feed it to him. His hair grew back in."

— Chelsea

"Anytime our labs start to suddenly have very dry skin, shed like crazy or have weird stools we know to check the food label first. Our labs have been happy on Instinct for years but suddenly started to show skin problems and sure enough, they have changed their formula and I’d venture to guess the..."

Bottom Line

If your dog has coat issues or allergies, this food might be beneficial. However, be prepared for potential smell issues and formula changes.

6.8 /10
— Average