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Nature's Recipe Small Breed Grain-Free Chicken, Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Recipe Dry Dog Food

Nature's Recipe Small Breed Grain-Free Chicken, Sweet Potato & Pumpkin Recipe Dry Dog Food

By Nature's Recipe 11 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
6.5 /10
Quality
6.0
Value
6.5
Design
6.0
Function
7.0
Durability
6.0

In a Nutshell

  • Good nutrition and taste
  • New kibble design causing issues
  • Recent quality concerns

Quick Verdict

Nature's Recipe Small Breed dry dog food is generally well-received, with dogs enjoying the taste and experiencing improved coats. However, recent changes to the kibble design have led to issues with older dogs unable to chew the new shape. The product faces quality concerns and growing customer dissatisfaction. Many users mention issues with the new recipe, including severe stomach problems and new kibble design.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 11
Would Recommend 72%
Would Buy Again 63%
Avg Lifespan Not available

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Critical Warnings

high

New kibble design too hard for older dogs.

Prevention: None mentioned

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Nutrition (2)

    Dogs enjoy the taste and experience improved coats and muscle tone.

  • Taste (1)

    Pleasing to dogs' taste buds.

Cons

  • New Kibble Design (2) major

    Too hard for older dogs with missing teeth.

  • New Recipe Issues (2) major

    Severe stomach problems and vomiting.

    Tip: I must stop the use of the new recipe

Quality Trend: Declining

Revised kibble design and new recipe have caused issues with chewing and digestion.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Dog owners with small breeds. — Small kibble size, high nutrition, and good taste
  • Senior dogs. — Experienced improved coats and muscle tone

Skip If

  • Owners with older dogs that depend on kibble that can be chewed easily. — Recent changes to kibble design
  • Dogs that have sensitive stomachs. — May experience severe stomach issues with new recipe.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Not available

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Microwaving can soften kibble for dogs.

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.0
11 reviews
5★
45%
4★
0%
3★
9%
2★
18%
1★
27%
good taste (1) improved coat (1) new recipe (1) new kibble design (2) stomach issues (2)

Common Questions

Are the ingredients cheaper than competitors?

Some users mention the use of cheaper ingredients.

Highlighted Reviews

— Catherine

"Peanut will be 17 years old I Feb..."

— Mary

"Both dogs developed severe stomach issues immediately with the new recipe"

Bottom Line

Nature's Recipe Small Breed dog food is generally nutritious and dogs love the taste. However, new kibble design changes have led to a lot of trouble with older dogs. Several users mentioned that they have to return the food after switching to a new recipe which caused severe stomach issues in many cases.

6.5 /10
Good