Customer Reviews

AvoDerm Natural Chicken Formula Cat Food - 24 5.5-Ounce Cans

5 star:		(3)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

I adopted two very undernurished kittens from the Humane Society, whose on-staff vet said that AvoDerm dry and canned food is the best on the market for cats. When I took the kittens for their vet checkup 6 months later, my own vet also agreed that this is the best food available and was so pleased with the health of the kittens. My older cats have also seen a huge improvement in their coats -- much more silky and shiny, shedding is reduced and their weight is easily maintained on this food. I recommend trying this food if you have finicky cats or they have health problems.

My cats absolutely LOVE all the Avoderm Select Cuts (chunky-style) flavors AND all the flavors of this pate-style food. The seafood flavors seem to be the most popular among the cats, but many vets recommend avoiding too much seafood for male cats due to the urine crystals it can cause. I started feeding the beef and chicken exclusively and they eat every last drop.

Bottom line: It costs more than your average food, but it's worth every penny (buying it by the case can give you a pretty good discount from most vendors). If you consider that it keeps them healthier, which can save you from expensive vet bills in the long run, then it's worth it. Plus, think of the time you'll save not having to clean up after their shedding! Also, I've noticed that this brand does not result in the runny, smelly poo that some other, cheaper brands do. Try this food out on your cats -- you'll be pleasantly surprised.

Pros:
-All of my cats seem to like it
-Relatively low ash content
-Cheaper than many canned foods of equivalent quality

Cons:
-Very smelly, both before and after cats eat it :-P
-Despite being called "chicken formula" it contains fish, which is bad news for cats with urinary problems


Since my cats like it so well I think I will stick with it for a while to see if the stinky litterbox issue continues or if their digestive systems adjust.

They eat it but not all of it like they do there other food. I do love the fact its for cats/kittens cause I have both and they love to eat together.

I really wanted my kittens to like Avoderm canned foods but sadly none were a hit. This formula was the first to be shunned. It has a nice pate texture to it but the color was seemingly odd, like an orange. I've since plated two other Advo formulas, purchased from two different vendors and got the same poor results. This brand is usually in the top 5 best cat foods out there if you feed grain free and or human grade. I'm really bummed this food isn't being accepted. Maybe when they're older they'll have more of a palate for it.

I'm giving this review only 1 star only due to my own experience. I'm sure others are very happy with it.

my kitten loves this food, he has a very sensitive stomach and this is the only food he can eat without making a mess in the litter box!

As I said with the salmon formula - As those of you know, cats can be picky eaters but this AvoDerm chicken satisfies even my most picky eater. My vet tells me that the cats are healthy and have bright eyes and shiny coats.