Evanger's EVX Restricted Diet Low Phosphorus Beef Chunks in Broth Recipe Canned Cat Food
In a Nutshell
- Significant issues with consistency and taste.
- Many cats refuse to eat the food.
- Reports of foreign objects and poor quality.
- Considerable dissatisfaction among reviewers.
Quick Verdict
Cat owners report inconsistent quality and dissatisfaction with taste and consistency. Many cats refuse to eat it, and some owners express concerns over safety.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
Foreign objects found
Prevention: Inspect food thoroughly before feeding.
Declining quality
Prevention: Check for batch variations and watch out for poor quality.
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Acceptable Taste (2)
Some cats seem to like the taste
Cons
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Inconsistent Quality (5) critical
Quality has declined over time
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Unappealing Consistency (3) major
Dark brown paste lacking chunks
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Foreign Objects (3) critical
Reports of small black rubber pieces or plastic in the food
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Pet Health Issues (2) critical
Vomiting and refusal to eat
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High Phosphorus Levels (1) major
Misleading label regarding phosphorus levels.
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High Price (1) major
Expensive relative to the quality
Quality Trend: Declining
Recent reviews indicate a significant decline in quality, with foreign objects found in the food.
stable
declined
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Cats with low phosphorus requirements — This is the only food that some cats will eat
✗ Skip If
- • Cats picky eaters — Many cats refuse to eat this food.
- • Owners concerned with quality — Multiple reports of foreign objects and poor quality.
Durability & Care
Cleaning Methods
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
Is this food safe for cats with kidney issues?
Many reviewers report issues with quality and taste, and some cats have refused to eat it. It may not be the best choice for cats with kidney issues.
Does this food come with chunky pieces as advertised?
Many reviewers mention that the food is a dark brown paste without chunks, which is not as advertised.
Is there a risk of foreign objects in the food?
There have been reports of small black rubber pieces or plastic found in the food.
Highlighted Reviews
"Cheddar has refused to eat any of the prescription low phosphorus cat food, wet or dry. This is the only low phosphorus food he'll eat."
"There are very very limited options for wet food for cats with CKD and who need low phosphorus food. I reluctantly tried this and at first, the food looked and smelled a little like actual beef stew. I had to skim the disgusting pieces of yellow fat off and throw it away but they ate it and seemed t..."
Bottom Line
Given the consistency issues and negative feedback, potential buyers should consider alternative products for their cats.