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Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Savory Chicken Entree Wet Cat Food

Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Savory Chicken Entree Wet Cat Food

By Hill's 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
7.8 /10
Quality
8.0
Value
7.5
Design
7.5
Function
8.5
Durability
7.0

In a Nutshell

  • Excellent for hairball control
  • Most cats love the taste
  • Recent batches have excess oil issues
  • Priced at $76.75 per case
  • Recommendation rate is 78%

Quick Verdict

Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Wet Cat Food is effective for hairball issues but recent batches have excess oil, causing digestive problems. Most cats love the taste, but price and effectiveness vary.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 78%
Would Buy Again 78%
Avg Lifespan Not specified

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Critical Warnings

high

Excess oil in recent batches

Prevention: Contact manufacturer for replacement

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Hairball Control (4)

    Effective in reducing hairballs

  • Taste Appeal (4)

    Cats generally love the taste

Cons

  • Excess Oil (2) major

    Recent batches have too much oil

  • Expensive (2) major

    High price point for the product

  • Quality Inconsistency (1) major

    Variations in quality across different batches

Quality Trend: Declining

Recent batches have excess oil issues

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

more negative

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Cat owners dealing with hairball issues β€” Effective in reducing hairballs
  • β€’ Owners looking for wet food options β€” Cats generally enjoy the taste

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Budget-conscious buyers β€” High price point
  • β€’ Owners with sensitive cats β€” Excess oil can cause digestive issues

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Varies based on individual reviews

Factors: Quality consistency

Cleaning Methods

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

Care Tips from Users

  • πŸ’‘ Mix with regular wet food to stretch it out

Rating Distribution

4.4
9 reviews
5β˜…
67%
4β˜…
11%
3β˜…
0%
2β˜…
11%
1β˜…
11%
hairball control (4) taste (4) excess oil (2) price (2)

Common Questions

How does this food help with hairballs?

It contains ingredients like fish oil and other beneficial nutrients that help reduce hairballs.

Is this product good for cats with sensitive stomachs?

Some users reported digestive issues, so it may not be suitable for all sensitive cats.

Highlighted Reviews

β€” Gayle

"Helps a lot with hairballs"

β€” Janet

"There has been excessive oil in it recently and I don’t know if it’s by accident of the manufacture or if they increased the oil intentionally. The same goes for the Hill’s Science Diet Metabolic cat food. The excessive oil has given my cats very loose stools and paying $76.75 a case, per mon..."

Bottom Line

If you're looking for a hairball control solution that your cat will love, this is a good choice. However, be aware of recent quality issues and the potential for digestive problems due to excess oil.

7.8 /10
β€” Good