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Evanger's Classic Recipes Puppy Canned Dog Food

Evanger's Classic Recipes Puppy Canned Dog Food

By Evanger's 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 78% confidence
3.6 /10
Quality
3.4
Value
3.0
Design
0.0
Function
4.0
Durability
3.2

In a Nutshell

  • Dogs seem to love the taste, and it’s good for weight gain.
  • Vomiting and picky eaters are significant issues.
  • Quality of cans was a concern.

Quick Verdict

Some customers report vomiting or picky dogs, others find it great for weight gain.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 20%
Would Buy Again 30%
Avg Lifespan Not mentioned

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Great Flavor (1)

    Many dogs enjoy the taste of the food.

  • Puppy Weight Gain (1)

    Effective for helping puppies gain weight.

  • Variety and convenience (1)

    Leaves sufficient space for regular exercise and even treatments.

Cons

  • Puppy Vomiting (1) major

    Several dogs vomited after eating the food.

  • Packaging Issues (2) critical

    Dented and damaged cans reduce trust in the product's quality.

    Tip: Check cans for condition

  • Poor Smell (1) major

    Pets refuse to eat due to the unpleasant odor.

Quality Trend: Declining

Multiple reviews mentioning vomiting and damaged packaging.

Older Reviews Said:

mixed

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Owners of puppies needing to gain weight β€” Effective for weight gain in puppies
  • β€’ Dog owners with older puppies β€” Hopeful weigh-gain

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Owners of dogs prone to vomiting β€” Risk of adverse reactions
  • β€’ Pet owners concerned about packaging β€” Frequent reports of damaged cans

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Not specifically mentioned

Cleaning Methods

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

Rating Distribution

2.9
10 reviews
5β˜…
19%
4β˜…
19%
3β˜…
28%
2β˜…
0%
1β˜…
28%
Weight gain (1) Vomiting (1)

Common Questions

Does this food help puppies gain weight?

Yes, several users reported weight gain in their puppies.

Highlighted Reviews

β€” James 1 found helpful

"I mixed this food with puppy kibble for the eleven puppies my son's German Shepherd had. The mother has put on some weight and the puppies are all doing well. Two have found their new humans. They did get tired of this food so I have switched to something else."

β€” Julie

"This puppy food smells terrible and my puppy will not eat it"

Bottom Line

Evanger's Classic Recipes Puppy Canned Dog Food is hit or miss. Consider it if your puppy needs to gain weight or if picky eaters can tolerate it. For peace of mind, check the can condition; still monitor for adverse reactions.

3.6 /10
β€” Average