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Evanger's EVX Restricted Diet Low Phosphorus Beef Chunks in Broth Recipe Canned Cat Food

Evanger's EVX Restricted Diet Low Phosphorus Beef Chunks in Broth Recipe Canned Cat Food

By Evanger's 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
4.4 /10
Quality
4.0
Value
3.0
Design
4.5
Function
3.5
Durability
3.5

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

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 20%
Would Buy Again 0%

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Critical Warnings

critical

Foreign objects found

Prevention: Inspect food thoroughly before feeding.

high

Declining quality

Prevention: Check for batch variations and watch out for poor quality.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Acceptable Taste (2)

    Some cats seem to like the taste

Cons

  • Inconsistent Quality (5) critical

    Quality has declined over time

  • Unappealing Consistency (3) major

    Dark brown paste lacking chunks

  • Foreign Objects (3) critical

    Reports of small black rubber pieces or plastic in the food

  • Pet Health Issues (2) critical

    Vomiting and refusal to eat

  • High Phosphorus Levels (1) major

    Misleading label regarding phosphorus levels.

  • 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.

Older Reviews Said:

stable

Newer Reviews Say:

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

Expected Lifespan Varies

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

⚠️ Hardwood
⚠️ Tile
⚠️ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
⚠️ Laminate

Rating Distribution

2.1
10 reviews
5★
30%
4★
0%
3★
10%
2★
10%
1★
60%
Quality (5) Safety (3) Taste (2) Consistency (3)

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

— Terry

"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."

— Joelle

"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.

4.4 /10
Below Average