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Friskies Lil' Shakes Tantalizing Tuna Cat Food

Friskies Lil' Shakes Tantalizing Tuna Cat Food

By Friskies 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 80% confidence
7.5 /10
Quality
7.5
Value
7.0
Design
0.0
Function
8.0
Durability
0.0

In a Nutshell

  • It’s a strong performer in everyday health care in smaller cats.
  • Attention to formula changes in sensitive cats
  • A good alternative for hydration in an age where water fountains are more common.

Quick Verdict

This tuna cat food is highly favored for its ability to attract cats to their food, especially useful during medication times. However, some cats have resented this new formula. Customer service is responsive for product-related concerns. Some votes recommended a product decrease for the ingredients used.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 75%
Would Buy Again 87%
Avg Lifespan 1+ years

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Encourages eating (2)

    Customers note that this product is highly effective in getting cats to eat their food, and cats love its taste .

  • Great for medication (2)

    Pet owners find it useful for administering medication, as it masks the medicine flavor effectively.

  • Keeps cats hydrated (2)

    Dogs love it because the smell and the consistency is regarded as a must have.

  • Versatile use (4)

    Mention of other similar products are highlighted.

Cons

  • Formula Change (2) minor

    Some reviews mention that the flavor of this product has changed and that cats no longer like it.

Quality Trend: Declining

Some reviews mention a change in formula that has negatively affected cats' liking for the product.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

mixed

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Cat owners looking for treats to encourage eating or medication intake — Effective in masking medication tastes and enticing cats to eat.
  • Owners of picky eaters — Cats that only eat a little, but are known to like the product

Skip If

  • Owners concerned about formula changes affecting their cat's appetite — Some cats may not like the new formula.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Varies

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Give them a little shake before you open them as sometimes the liquid separates. Highly recommended.

Rating Distribution

4.4
9 reviews
5★
75%
4★
0%
3★
0%
2★
12%
1★
13%
Encourages eating (3) Formula Change (1)

Common Questions

How well does Friskies Lil' Shakes Tantalizing Tuna Cat Food mask the taste of medication?

It does very well but verify the flavourist taste profiles

Highlighted Reviews

— karen

"While I like Delectables for both compounded liquid meds I use the shakes as an add on for dry meds such as the powder from a Dasaquin pill or Antibiotics. The shakes diminish the grainy texture. I use them for my indoor cat and the outdoor cats I feed. Also great for a treat or to encourage eat..."

— Wes

"I called Friskies customer service and confirmed that this is a new formula. My cats loved the old Tuna and Chicken formula. They turn their noses up at it now and walk away. Why change what works? Cost cutting perhaps? I don't know but the cats don't like it."

Bottom Line

Highly recommended for its effectiveness in encouraging cats to eat and its helpfulness during medication. Check your specific cats preference and look for any other ways to help them eat nutritionly.

7.5 /10
Good