Vital Essentials Freeze-Dried Raw Beef & Chicken Entree Cat Food, 8-oz bag
In a Nutshell
- Some cats love the taste and eagerly eat it.
- Digestive issues like diarrhea and vomiting are reported.
- Price sentiment is mixed, noting the high fat content.
Quick Verdict
The Vital Essentials Freeze-Dried Raw Beef & Chicken Entree Cat Food receives mixed reviews, with many cats liking it, but others refusing to eat it or experiencing digestive issues.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
potential contaminants like bone shards and hoof remnants
high incidence of vomiting and diarrhea
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Taste (4)
Many cats love the flavor and eagerly consume it.
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Convenience (1)
Easy to serve and nutritious for cats.
Cons
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Refusal to Eat (5) major
Some cats and he reject the food completely.
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Digestive Issues (4) critical
Multiple reports of vomiting and diarrhea.
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Contaminants (3) high
Concerns about bone and hoof remnants
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Fat Content (3) major
Very high in fat, causing soft stools
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • cat owners looking for flavor-driven food — many cats love the taste
✗ Skip If
- • concerned about contaminants or high fat content — multiple mentions of inedible parts and severe digestive issues
Durability & Care
Rating Distribution
Highlighted Reviews
"My cats love these patties. Doesn't matter what flavor it is."
"Immediately after eating it all 3 of my cats threw up. Hoping there’s not something wrong with this cat food."
Bottom Line
This product is worth a try if your cat likes the taste, but be cautious of potential contaminants and digestive issues.