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Primal Beef Formula Nuggets Grain-Free Raw Freeze-Dried Dog Food

Primal Beef Formula Nuggets Grain-Free Raw Freeze-Dried Dog Food

By Primal 12 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
5.2 /10
Quality
4.0
Value
4.5
Design
5.0
Function
4.5
Durability
4.0

In a Nutshell

  • Dogs are rejecting the new formula due to unpleasant smell and changed texture.
  • Large quantity ordered led to waste due to the dog's strong dislike for the changed formula.
  • Complaints about broken nuggets and complaints about having to use a tool to crumble them.

Quick Verdict

Quality has possibly decreased. Stones and dogs won’t touch it anymore. Overall it's not as good as it used to be.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 12
Would Recommend 18%
Would Buy Again 22%
Avg Lifespan 9 months

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Critical Warnings

high

Dogs experiencing stomach issues after consuming the food.

Prevention: Monitor your dog's reaction to the food and consult a vet if issues arise.

high

The food is hard and difficult to break apart,.

Prevention: Use a knife or other tool to break apart the food.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Flavor Variety (2)

    people used to love it

Cons

  • Hard Nuggets (8) critical

    For dogs are hard to break due to changed formula

    Tip: use of tools

  • Required Tools (8) major

    Dogs won’t touch it, let alone those who don’t use it.

    Tip: specific tools

  • Deteriorated Chewy's Symptoms (2) major

    New formula triggers an unusual behavior: gleaming beguat glowing directly out food.

  • Pubulence of State (3) minor

    Introducing an aflatoxin-free strain to the cleverly designed, suited customer standing belly high up next as paca high.

  • Diet Handling Issues (1) minor

    Transition has been tricky due to food consistency.

  • Unexpected Dog Discomfort (2) minor

    Feeling that it may be a reaction to something in the food.

Quality Trend: Declining

The quality of the food has declined over time, with many customers reporting that their dogs will no longer eat it due to the new formula and packaging.

Older Reviews Said:

Neutral

Newer Reviews Say:

Negative

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Veterinarians and dog owners with special dietary concerns. β€” This product is grain-free and contains a variety of nutrients that are beneficial for dogs.
  • β€’ Owners of dogs with sensitive stomachs and allergies. β€” Avoidance of synthetic substances and selective protein choices.

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Owners of dogs with sensitive tummies or dietary preferences that don't align with this product. β€” Non-comprehensive picky eating diet can be picked up.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 6 months to 1 year

Factors: Storage conditions, Pet preferences

Cleaning Methods

βœ“ Machine wash
βœ“ Hand wash
βœ“ Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • πŸ’‘ Store in a cool, dry place.

Floor Compatibility

βœ“ Hardwood
βœ“ Tile
βœ“ Carpet
βœ“ Vinyl
βœ“ Laminate

Rating Distribution

1.3
12 reviews
5β˜…
8%
4β˜…
8%
3β˜…
0%
2β˜…
0%
1β˜…
83%
only good flavor (2) hard to chew (8) dislikes new formula (8)

Common Questions

How do you break apart the hard nuggets?

The instructions say to crumble each piece, but this can be difficult.

Why does the formula smell different?

The newer formula has a different smell.

Highlighted Reviews

β€” Clare

"Baker is an absolutely fantastic Dog! However, he is older now and also very picky about his food! After trying everything, kibble, canned beef, chicken,etc., this is the only thing he will eat!"

β€” Erica

"Verified PurchaseI'm really disappointed. This nugget is very hard which makes it would eat a nausea to digest. And the smell of certain formulas. Take a turkey for example, which is completely overwhelming and fresh. This would allow take a long time to open because anybody has refused to eat it."

Bottom Line

Many dogs are not pleased with the change in the formula. Quality should be improved and the price should be adjusted due to the poor experiences.

5.2 /10
β€” Below Average