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Newman's Own Organic Grain-Free 95% Chicken Dinner Canned Cat Food

Newman's Own Organic Grain-Free 95% Chicken Dinner Canned Cat Food

By Newman's Own 128 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
5.4 /10
Quality
5.5
Value
6.0
Design
5.0
Function
5.0
Durability
5.0

In a Nutshell

  • Mix of opinions, with some cats liking the food but many buyers hating the smell.
  • Frequent reports of bad batches and rancid odors.
  • Quality and consistency are significant concerns.

Quick Verdict

While some cats enjoy the taste, many reviews report a horrible smell and bad batches. Quality issues are frequent.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 128
Would Recommend 12%
Would Buy Again 0%
Avg Lifespan Immediate

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Critical Warnings

critical

Many bad batches reported with a putrid smell and cats refusing to eat. Several mentions of 'worse than before.'

Prevention: Verify batch freshness before purchase; consider smaller sizes for initial sampling.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Chicken Dinner (2)

    Some cats definitely love the chicken flavor. Buyers

Cons

  • Unpleasant Smell (6) critical

    The most significant complaint is the unpleasant and sometimes rancid smell of the food.

Quality Trend: Declining

Recent reviews report a significant decline in quality, with many mentioning bad batches and strong odors.

Older Reviews Said:

mixed

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Pet owners with fussy cats — The product is suitable for cats that enjoy a smooth texture with meat flavor.

Skip If

  • Pet owners sensitive to smells — Many users have reported an awful smell, which might be a turn-off.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Immediate complaints on opening

Rating Distribution

1.3
128 reviews
5★
2%
4★
0%
3★
0%
2★
1%
1★
8%

Bottom Line

Due to quality issues and frequent complaints about the smell, this product is not strongly recommended. Potential buyers should exercise caution and consider trying a smaller batch first.

5.4 /10
Below Average