Published Jun 10, 2026
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Making your own cat food can be tricky, especially when it comes to getting the right balance of nutrients. Holistic Vet Blend offers an assortment of premix supplements that simplify the process. But are these products a good fit for your cat? Find out in this detailed review.
The Cats.com Standard—Rating Holistic Vet Blend on What Matters
We’ve analyzed Holistic Vet Blend and graded it according to the Cats.com standard, evaluating the brand on species-appropriateness, ingredient quality, product variety, price, customer experience, and recall history. Here’s how it rates in each of these six key areas.
Ratings
- Species-Appropriateness – 9/10
- Ingredient Quality – 8/10
- Product Variety – 7/10
- Price – 5/10
- Customer Experience – 7/10
- Recall History – 9/10
Overall Score: 7.5/10
We give Holistic Vet Blend a 45 out of 60 or a B+ grade.
About Holistic Vet Blend Cat Food
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Holistic Vet Blend is a pet nutrition supplement company founded in 2007, though its products may not have become commercially available until 2013. The company was created by veterinarian Dody Tyneway Robi, DVM.
Dr. Tyneway has been a practicing veterinarian for over 30 years and follows a holistic approach to pet care. Her inspiration to create the Holistic Vet Blend company came during the sweeping Menu Foods pet food recall of 2007. Seeing many of her clients lose faith in the commercial pet food industry, Dr. Tyneway set out to create a solution.
By creating premix supplements for homemade diets, Dr. Tyneway aims to help pet owners feel more confident in managing their pets’ nutrition. She believes pet owners should be empowered to choose what they feed their pets without compromising nutrition.
Sourcing and Manufacturing
Holistic Vet Blend, LLC is based in Westlake Village, California. The products are all made in California, though the brand doesn’t provide specific details about the manufacturing process other than stating that the Feline Premix is made in a GMPc-certified facility producing human food. The brand also does not specify how its ingredients are sourced, beyond stating that the organ meats are human-grade and come from New Zealand grass-fed beef.
The brand states that the premix supplements are “crafted by an animal nutritionist and veterinarian” but doesn’t provide names or credentials. Information on the company’s blog suggests that the products are formulated to meet the recommendations of the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO).
Has Holistic Vet Blend Cat Food Been Recalled?
No, Holistic Vet Blend doesn’t appear to have any product recalls in its history.
What Kinds of Cat Food Does Holistic Vet Blend Offer?
Holistic Vet Blend only offers a handful of products, including two premixes for cats, two for dogs, and a few other nutritional supplements. You can purchase the products individually or in various bundles. The brand also offers digital cookbooks containing recipes for homemade dog and cat food using Holistic Vet Blend premixes and supplements.
Here’s a complete list of Holistic Vet Blend products:
- Feline Premix
- Feline Senior Premix
- Feline Mobility Plus
- Canine Regular Premix with Grass-Fed Beef Liver
- Canine Limited Premix
- Icelandic Blend Omega-3 Fish Oil
- Green Omega-3 Oil
Both of Holistic Vet Blend’s feline premixes feature dried beef liver as the primary ingredient, along with dried beef kidney and heart. While the brand offers an allergy-friendly premix for dogs, there’s no similar option for cats. If your cat is allergic or sensitive to beef, these premixes won’t be appropriate for them (even if you prepare the food with a non-beef protein).
Each feline premix is designed to be prepared with cooked meat. The recommended ratio is 1 pound of cooked meat per 2 tablespoons of premix, along with water and fish oil. The premixes are sold in 90 g (3.175 oz) containers, enough to combine with 6 pounds of meat.
What Did Our Test Cats Think?
To test Holistic Vet Blend, I ordered both of the feline premixes and a bottle of Icelandic fish oil. My order arrived quickly, carefully packaged to keep the products from shifting or the glass bottle from breaking. The feeding recommendations and preparation instructions were clearly printed on the packages and easy to follow.
I prepared a batch of homemade cat food using both the Feline Premix and the Feline Senior Premix, using boneless pork loin for one and boneless, skinless chicken breast for the other. My cats, Munchkin and Biscuit, enjoyed both recipes the most while they were still warm. Neither seemed to have trouble tolerating the food.
In addition to testing the food, I emailed Holistic Vet Blend asking for more details about their manufacturing and ingredient sourcing. The response I received didn’t expand beyond the information on the website except to say the brand uses third-party testing to check for heavy metals, contaminants, and overall batch consistency.
Holistic Vet Blend Cat Food—Top 3 Products Reviewed
| Product Name | Food Type | Primary Protein | Calories Per Ounce | Price | Our Grade |
| Holistic Vet Blend Feline Premix | Premix Supplement | Beef | 74 | $10.08 per oz | B+ |
| Holistic Vet Blend Feline Senior Premix | Premix Supplement | Beef | 74 | $10.08 per oz | B+ |
| Holistic Vet Blend Icelandic Blend Omega-3 Fish Oil | Supplement | N/A | N/A | $3.50 per oz | B+ |
#1 Holistic Vet Blend Feline Premix
Marketed as a veterinarian-formulated supplement for cats of all ages, Feline Premix is a powder designed to be mixed with fresh meat in the preparation of homemade cat food. It’s made primarily with human-grade, grass-fed beef organs including liver, kidney, and heart. All three of these ingredients are packed with essential vitamins and minerals.
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Kate Barrington / Cats.com
Kate Barrington / Cats.com
In addition to organ meats, this premix contains taurine (an essential amino acid for cats), an assortment of trace minerals, and a balanced blend of calcium and phosphorus. The recipe is free from added carbohydrates and artificial colors or flavors.
I used this premix along with boneless pork loin to prepare homemade cat food. Following the recipe on the packaging, I cooked the pork in coconut oil and added egg, water, and Icelandic fish oil. Both my cats enjoyed the food and didn’t seem to have any trouble tolerating it.
Ingredients
Dried Beef Liver, Calcium Carbonate, Dried Beef Kidney, Dried Beef Heart, Dicalcium Phosphate, Dried Primary Yeast, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Ginger, Ferrous Glycine Complex, Alpha-Tocopherol Acetate, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Dried Kelp, Manganese Citrate, Copper Gluconate, Folic Acid, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate.
Ingredients We Liked: Dried Beef Liver, Dried Beef Kidney, Dried Beef Heart
Ingredients We Didn’t Like: None
Guaranteed Analysis
Dry Matter Basis
Caloric Weight Basis
What We Liked:
- Features New Zealand grass-fed beef organs
- Finely powdered mix is easy to use
- Can be mixed with any kind of cooked meat
- Provides supplemental nutrition for homemade diets
What We Didn’t Like:
- May not be appropriate for cats with beef allergies
- Only one flavor option available
#2 Holistic Vet Blend Feline Senior Premix
Similar to the original Feline Premix, this senior recipe is formulated on a foundation of grass-fed beef organs including liver, kidney, and heart. Because it’s designed specifically for senior cats, it has higher levels of B vitamins and fiber as well as reduced phosphorus content. Nutritionally speaking, it’s also a little higher in fat.
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Kate Barrington / Cats.com
Kate Barrington / Cats.com
It’s important to note that while Feline Senior Premix contains lower phosphorus levels than the original Feline Premix, it may not be an appropriate substitute for cats who require a prescription diet to manage kidney disease. This recipe is still formulated to help meet AAFCO recommended minimum nutrient values.
I prepared homemade cat food using this premix with boneless, skinless chicken breast. After finely chopping the chicken, I cooked it in coconut oil and added a cage-free egg. My cats liked the food but seemed to prefer the previous recipe (possibly just because pork is a more novel protein to them).
Ingredients
Dried Beef Liver, Calcium Carbonate, Psyllium Seed Husks, Dried Beef Kidney, Dried Beef Heart, Choline Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Taurine, Ginger, Ferrous Glycine Complex, Alpha-Tocopherol Acetate, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Folic Acid, Manganese Citrate, Copper Gluconate, Dried Kelp, Riboflavin, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Niacinamide, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement.
Ingredients We Liked: Dried Beef Liver, Dried Beef Kidney, Dried Beef Heart
Ingredients We Didn’t Like: None
Guaranteed Analysis
Dry Matter Basis
Caloric Weight Basis
What We Liked:
- Features New Zealand grass-fed beef organs
- Can be mixed with any kind of cooked meat
- Finely powdered mix is easy to use
- Designed specifically for senior cats
What We Didn’t Like:
- May not be appropriate for cats with beef allergies
- Only one flavor option available
#3 Holistic Vet Blend Icelandic Blend Omega-3 Fish Oil
Made with a blend of anchovy, herring, and sardine oils, this Omega-3 fish oil blend is sold in 8 oz bottles. With a recommended serving size of ½ teaspoon for cats weighing up to 15 pounds, each bottle should last about 3 months with daily use.
Kate Barrington / Cats.com
Kate Barrington / Cats.com
According to a post on the Holistic Vet Blend blog, the ingredients in this product are sourced from wild-caught Icelandic fish and “carefully processed to preserve its EPA and DHA content while maintaining purity.” Dr. Tyneway notes that Omega-3s are crucial for supporting your cat’s immunity, cognition, and kidney function as well as their skin and coat health.
In addition to using this fish oil to prepare homemade cat food, I gave my cats a little sample of it. Both lapped it up happily. I would have appreciated a dropper or pump to make it easier to measure the oil, but the included top did keep too much from coming out at once.
Anchovy Oil, Herring Oil, Sardine Oil.
Ingredients We Liked: Anchovy Oil, Herring Oil, Sardine Oil
Ingredients We Didn’t Like: None
Guaranteed Analysis (per teaspoon)
- EPA: 800 mg/g
- DHA: 525 mg/g
- Total Omega: 1,597.5 mg
- Total Omega-3: 1,437.75 mg
What We Liked:
- Rich in animal-sourced Omega-3 fatty acids
- Sourced from wild-caught Icelandic fish
- Liquid formula blends easily into homemade food
What We Didn’t Like:
- Doesn’t include a dropper or pump
What Do Customers Think of Holistic Vet Blend Cat Food?
Though Holistic Vet Blend appears to have been on the market for over a decade, customer reviews are sparse. On the brand’s website, both premixes had fewer than 100 reviews at the time of writing. The brand may have only recently begun selling on Amazon and Chewy, considering neither premix had more than 10 reviews as of mid-2026.
Positive Reviews
Satisfied customers often comment on the quality of the ingredients in Holistic Vet Blend premixes. Several say their cats really love the homemade food, particularly when made with fresh chicken.
“Excellent product. The cat eats it with chicken and loves it. This gives her all the nutrients to create a healthy balanced diet.” –Donna reviewing Holistic Vet Blend Feline Premix on Chewy, January 11, 2026
“I love this supplement for my cats!! Been using it for a while now and they love it—great ingredients as well. I recommend purchasing it directly from their website, however!!” –AG reviewing Holistic Vet Blend Feline Premix on Amazon, May 12, 2026
Negative Reviews
The most common complaint of dissatisfied customers is that their cats simply won’t eat the prepared food. Some also express disappointment on the total volume of food a single tub prepares (about 6 pounds of meat).
“They count the water in the weight of prepared food. One can mixes with 6 lbs of meat. Just something to keep in mind.” –Leigha Pasco reviewing Holistic Vet Blend Feline Senior Premix on Amazon, May 25, 2026
“I followed the suggestion recipe on the container. Cats did not like it.” –Mary reviewing Holistic Vet Blend Feline Senior Premix on Chewy, September 29, 2025
How Much Does Holistic Vet Blend Cat Food Cost?
Because Holistic Vet Blend’s products are premixes designed to be used to prepare homemade cat food, the feeding cost varies depending on the type of meat you use. The premixes themselves cost about $30 for a 3.175 oz (90 g) tub. Each tub can be mixed with 6 pounds of meat to prepare about 10 pounds of food, according to the brand.
If you purchase Holistic Vet Blend premixes through the brand’s website, you can save 10% on orders of 3 or more products and 15% off orders of 5 or more. There’s also a Subscribe & Save option that saves you an additional 10% on each order.
Where is Holistic Vet Blend Cat Food Sold?
Holistic Vet Blend products appear to be sold primarily online. The best place to access the full lineup of premixes and supplements is on the brand’s website. In addition to individual products, you can also purchase bundles and the brand’s cookbook for cats.
Outside of the brand’s website, you can find some Holistic Vet Blend products on Amazon and Chewy. At the time of writing, all of the brand’s feline products were available on Amazon but only the premixes and mobility supplement were available on Chewy.
Overall, Is Holistic Vet Blend Cat Food a Good Choice?
Premixes like the ones offered by Holistic Vet Blend make it easy to supplement the nutritional value of homemade diets. This brand’s formulas are finely powdered and simple to use, and there are free recipes available to help you add variety to your cat’s diet. The downside is that the premix supplements themselves only come in one flavor (beef).
Holistic Vet Blend premixes may not be suitable for cats with allergies or sensitivities to beef, even if you use another protein to prepare the food. It’s also important to note that the nutrient composition of the prepared food can vary greatly depending on the meat you use. These premixes are designed to help balance homemade foods, but it’s still wise to work with a board-certified veterinary nutritionist to ensure your individual cat’s needs are being met.
The premixes from Holistic Vet Blend are more expensive than some options on the market, but they appear to be more carefully formulated. The brand makes mention of following AAFCO guidelines throughout the website but the products themselves aren’t designed to be nutritionally complete without the addition of meat and fish oil.
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