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Instinct Raw Boost Mixers Frozen Adult Grain-Free Skin & Coat Health Recipe Dog Food Topper, 1.25-lb bag

Item: Instinct Raw Boost Mixers Frozen Adult Grain-Free Skin & Coat Health Recipe Dog Food Topper, 1.25-lb bag
Rating: 3.2
Author: Furdio

By Instinct 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence

6.3 /10

Quality

6.8

Value

7.0

Design

6.5

Function

7.2

Durability

7.4

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In a Nutshell

Popular among picky eaters and for improving skin health.
Frequent quality issues reported, such as thawed product and packaging problems.
Rating and sentiment trend is declining.

Quick Verdict

This product is popular among dogs who are picky eaters and have skin issues. However, there are frequent reports of quality issues like the product arriving thawed or with tears in the packaging.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9

Would Recommend 55%

Would Buy Again 55%

Avg Lifespan 1 year

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs

Suitable

🐈 Cats

Caution

Critical Warnings

high

Packaging issues leading to thawing and contamination risk

Prevention: Inspect packaging upon receipt and report issues immediately.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Entices Picky Eaters (2)
Many dogs who are usually picky eaters love this topper.
Improves Skin Health (1)
Users report significant improvements in their dogs' skin conditions after switching to this product.
Variety in Feeding (1)
Users appreciate the ability to add variety to their dogs' meals. Multiple reviews mention being able to add new flavors and textures to their dogs' diet.
Previous Satisfaction (1)
The product has a history of being a favorite.

Cons

Quality Issues (4) major
Several reviewers mentioned receiving the product thawed out or with packaging issues, leading to trouble using the product.
Packaging Problems (3) major
Several reviewers mentioned that the product packaging was damaged, making it difficult to use the product.

Quality Trend: Declining

Recent reviews mention more quality issues and packaging problems, leading to a decline in overall satisfaction.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

✓ Best For

• Dogs with skin issues — Holds the promise of being able to fix fur problems.
• Dog owners with Picky eaters — Not every dog eats all dogs have preferences for bowl types and dog may try this since its raw secrets are appealing.
• Dog Owners — These adds flavor variations for dogs
• Dog Owners who like to keep experimenting — Dog likes new flavors and styles

✗ Skip If

• Dog owners who prefer precooked food — Many consumers did not like the product since its raw
• Dog owners who prefer treats — Not all dogs are interested in raw food

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Up to 2 years

Factors: Temperature flactuations/Marketing Details/Mixing

Cleaning Methods

✗ Machine wash

✗ Hand wash

✗ Spot clean

Rating Distribution

3.2

9 reviews

5★

44%

4★

3★

11%

2★

33%

1★

11%

Variety (1)

Highlighted Reviews

— Shaila

"These are always a go-to for me when looking to mix-up my dogs enrichment and/or toppers. This was the first topper I tried when I adopted my first dog several years ago and it’s still one of his faves!"

— Kookle

"I didn’t realize it was raw food. Not a fan of feeding my animals food that is not cooked."

Bottom Line

If your dog is a picky eater and you're looking for a topper that might improve their skin health, this product could be worth a try. However, be prepared for potential quality issues and consider the risks involved.