Pet Food Quality Concerns Batch
Wellness Complete Health Pate Chicken Entree Grain-Free Natural Canned Cat Food

Wellness Complete Health Pate Chicken Entree Grain-Free Natural Canned Cat Food

By Wellness 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
6.8 /10
Quality
6.0
Value
6.0
Design
7.0
Function
7.0
Durability
6.0

In a Nutshell

  • Wellness Complete Health Pate Chicken Entree is suitable for older cats who tend to be picky eaters and demand high-quality dishes.
  • Recent batches have been prone to quality control issues, causing cats to be reluctant to dine on the product.
  • One of the more unfortunate aspects of the product is the frequent cases when the pull-top cans don’t open correctly, leaving behind unwanted metal shavings in your dish.

Quick Verdict

Wellness Complete Health Pate Chicken Entree has been a hit with some cats, particularly senior cats, due to its nutritional value and fewer questionable ingredients. However, there are concerns about recent batches and delivery issues. Overall, it's a decent option but buyers should be aware of potential quality issues.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 0%
Would Buy Again 30%
Avg Lifespan Varies

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Critical Warnings

high

Recent batches have quality issues, causing cats to stop eating.

Prevention: Check batch and packaging carefully

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Nutritious Senior Cat Meal (2)

    The pate has been praised for its nutritional value and being a hit with senior cats.

  • Good for Picky Eaters (2)

    Reviewers mention the food being successful with picky cats as well as with cats who have been getting other food.

Cons

  • Quality Control Issues (2) high

    Recent batches have been reported with quality control issues, leading some cats to stop eating the food.

  • Packaging Issues (1) major

    Pull-top cans can break and leave metal shavings in the food, posing a safety risk.

  • Delivery Problems (1) minor

    Delivery issues, including packages left unattended and the inconvenience it causes when packages are not delivered to the front door.

  • Some Cats Do Not Like It (1) major

    Several Maine Coons even refused to eat their most recent purchase of the same brand.

Quality Trend: Declining

Recent batches have had quality issues, causing cats to stop eating.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Senior cat owners β€” Good nutritional value for older cats
  • β€’ Picky eaters β€” Works with some very particular cats

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Owners with quality control concerns β€” Recent batches may have quality issues
  • β€’ Owners looking for reliable packaging β€” Pull-top cans can cause problems

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Varies based on batch

Factors: Batch quality

Cleaning Methods

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

Care Tips from Users

  • πŸ’‘ Use a regular can opener if pull-top fails
  • πŸ’‘ Wash bowls after every feeding

Floor Compatibility

βœ“ Hardwood
βœ“ Tile
βœ“ Carpet
βœ“ Vinyl
βœ“ Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.1
10 reviews
5β˜…
40%
4β˜…
10%
3β˜…
10%
2β˜…
0%
1β˜…
40%
nutritious (3) senior cats (2) quality issues (3) packaging problems (2)

Common Questions

Is this cat food suitable for senior cats?

Yes, it is nutritious and suitable for senior cats.

What should I do if the pull-top can breaks?

Use a regular can opener and be cautious of metal shavings in the food.

Highlighted Reviews

β€” Leslie T.

"As my two furbabies are now in their senior years (9 and 16 years old), I am more diligent than ever to choose cat food with higher nutritional value and fewer questionable ingredients. Recently, I have been trying out various brands for a change of pace. The Wellness chicken pate entree is a hit wi..."

β€” David

"My cat used to eat this food completely. With the most recent purchase he eats a little and then stops. He eats another brand normally, so I think there’s a problem with this batch."

Bottom Line

This cat food has mixed reviews, so consider recent issues carefully. It offers good nutritional value but has had quality problems.

6.8 /10
β€” Average