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GNC Pets ESSENTIALS Multivitamin Soft Chews Dog Supplement, 60 count

GNC Pets ESSENTIALS Multivitamin Soft Chews Dog Supplement, 60 count

By GNC Pets 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
1.6 /10
Quality
3.0
Value
2.0
Design
2.0
Function
1.5
Durability
2.0

In a Nutshell

  • Dogs universally dislike the taste and smell
  • Difficulty in feeding due to refusal to eat
  • Hard and dry texture mentioned multiple times

Quick Verdict

The GNC Pets ESSENTIALS Multivitamin Soft Chews for dogs struggle with significant issues with taste and smell that deter dogs from eating them, making it an ineffective supplement for most pets.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 0%
Would Buy Again 0%

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Smooth texture (1)

    A small majority <=3 likers thought it’s softened

Cons

  • Unpleasant Taste (5) critical

    Most dogs refuse to eat these due to the taste

  • Strong Medicinal Smell (3) major

    The strong smell of medicine deters pets from eating

  • Hard and Dry Texture (2) major

    The chews are hard and dried out, not soft as advertised

Who Is This For?

Best For

Skip If

  • Dog owners with picky eaters — Dogs may refuse to eat these chews

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 60 count

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

1.7
9 reviews
5★
11%
4★
0%
3★
33%
2★
0%
1★
56%
Taste (7) Smell (4) Texture (2)

Common Questions

Will my dog eat these chews?

Unlikely, as most dogs refuse them due to taste and smell

Are these chews soft?

No, many users report they are hard and dry

What do users think of the smell?

Most users find the smell strong and unpleasant, resembling medicine.

Highlighted Reviews

— Mary

" My pets love these vitamins, however, I mistakenly purchased the wrong size."

— Dorothy

"i wish u had told me it was coming in 48hrs. i wouldn’t have bought another product! but this pup has a tendency to get this frequently"

Bottom Line

Given the strong negative feedback regarding taste and the resultant refusal to eat for many pets no question that this product needs a serious recipe overhaul or flavor reformulation if it is to regain any traction in the supplement markets. Alternatively, moving to other products of possibly stronger parental base seems sensible if fulfillment time and taste are words deemed significantly impactful. Vis-a-vis PET PERFECT would be a good competitor reference point or Hip Doggo Dog Multivitamins Dog Soft Chews.

1.6 /10
Poor