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By Nature Active Defense+ Grain-Free 95% Chicken & Lamb Canned Dog Food

By Nature Active Defense+ Grain-Free 95% Chicken & Lamb Canned Dog Food

By By Nature 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
7.2 /10
Quality
7.5
Value
7.8
Design
6.0
Function
7.5
Durability
7.0

In a Nutshell

  • Most dogs love the taste and texture.
  • Ingredient concerns and health issues reported.
  • Easy to use and mix with dry food.

Quick Verdict

Highly praised by dogs but ingredient concerns and mixed health results make it uncertain. Though it is widely recommended and seen as an excellent source of hydration for dogs, decreased readiness to dry food and indefinitely leaving potential health hazards gives it an average rating.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 89%
Would Buy Again 78%
Avg Lifespan 1.5 years

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Critical Warnings

high

Potential health issues like diarrhea.

Prevention: Consult vet before use.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Taste and Texture (4)

    Dogs enjoy the taste and texture of the food.

  • Ease of Use (2)

    Food is easy to mix with dry food and stays soft after refrigeration.

  • Nutritional Value (2)

    High-quality ingredients and grain-free formula.

  • Variety (2)

    Available in different flavors.

  • Senior Appetite (2)

    Helps bring back appetite in senior dogs.

Cons

  • Ingredient Concerns (2) major

    Contains bacon with nitrates, which is not healthy for pets.

  • Health Issues (2) major

    Some dogs experience diarrhea and other health problems.

  • Discontinued Flavors (2) minor

    Some flavors are discontinued, causing inconvenience for customers.

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Pet owners with picky eaters — Dogs enjoy the taste andtexture.

Skip If

  • Pet owners concerned about nitrates — Contains bacon with nitrates.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 1-2 years

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Mix with dry food for better acceptance

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.4
9 reviews
5★
67%
4★
11%
3★
11%
2★
11%
1★
0%
palatable (6) convenient (3) diarrhea (3) ingredient concerns (2)

Highlighted Reviews

— Lu30809

"Brandy loves this food. She'd gotten to the point where she wasn't eating dry food, so this has definitely brought her appetite back."

— James

"We have been using By Nature beef, chicken, and liver which was great. We cannot find this anymore so we tried this chicken & lamb. We will be throwing the rest of the case out."

Bottom Line

Buy with caution. While many dogs love it and it's easy to use, considering the ingredient concerns and potential health risks.

7.2 /10
Good