Last updated Jul 23, 2026
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Whiskas is a budget-friendly brand with a strong following in Europe and more limited availability in the United States. The formulas are marketed as meat-focused and cat-friendly, but do they hold up under scrutiny? Find out whether Whiskas is the right choice for your cat in this detailed review.
The Cats.com Standard—Rating Whiskas on What Matters
We’ve analyzed Whiskas 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 – 7/10
- Ingredient Quality – 4/10
- Product Variety – 3/10
- Price – 8/10
- Customer Experience – 8/10
- Recall History – 9/10
Overall Score: 6.5/10
We give Whiskas cat food a 39 out of 60 rating or a C+ grade.
About Whiskas Cat Food
Originally known as Kal Kan, the brand that came to be known as Whiskas was launched in 1936. Kal Kan was one of the first commercial pet food manufacturers in the United States but it didn’t become a household name until it joined the Mars Petcare family in 1968. After purchasing Kal Kan, Mars rebranded the products for European markets. The dog food line became Pedigree and the cat food line became Whiskas.
With Whiskas cat food gaining popularity in Europe, Mars recognized an opportunity to increase its share in the American cat food market. In 1988, Mars relaunched Kal Kan as Whiskas in the United States and rebranded its Crave brand as Whiskas Dry. Significant investments in marketing and product development over the next several decades helped build Whiskas into an internationally recognized brand.
Though Whiskas remains a global brand, its market share in the United States has decreased over the years. It remains popular in Europe, Canada, and Australia but its position in the American pet food market has dwindled in comparison to other cat food brands owned by Mars Petcare, such as Iams, Royal Canin, and Nutro.
Sourcing and Manufacturing
Whiskas cat food is manufactured around the world using globally sourced ingredients. Though Mars, Inc. is an American company, it partners with manufacturing facilities in international markets to produce and distribute its products. Mars, Inc. is pretty vague about where the ingredients in its products come from but notes that ingredients are sourced close to the manufacturing facilities, when possible.
There are only a handful of Whiskas products readily available in the United States, most of which appear to be made in Thailand. Whiskas dry cat food sold in North America (as well as complementary products like Catmilk) are made in Bolton, Ontario in Canada.
Has Whiskas Cat Food Been Recalled?
Whiskas cat food has never been recalled in the United States. There is, however, one recall in the brand’s history that affected products made and sold in Canada.
In 2021, Whiskas announced a voluntary recall of several dry cat food varieties due to quality concerns with some of the ingredients. The brand didn’t go into detail about the issue, but one retailer did. According to a report published by Truth About Pet Food, Costco informed pet owners that the recall was caused by potential mycotoxin contamination.
Mycotoxins are toxic compounds created by certain types of mold. This mold most often develops on rice, corn, and other grains. To our knowledge, there were no reports of illness related to this recall.
What Kinds of Cat Food Does Whiskas Offer?
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Whiskas offers a wide range of dry and wet cat food products formulated for kittens, adult cats, and seniors. The brand focuses primarily on wet cat foods, citing the importance of proper hydration for feline health. Whiskas also prioritizes protein in the marketing of its products, highlighting poultry and seafood flavors with a few beef recipes mixed in.
Though Whiskas offers a decent variety of products, only a few of them are readily available in the United States. As of mid-2026, only a few chicken-based wet foods and a liquid milk supplement (called Catmilk) were being sold on Amazon and Chewy.
Here’s a quick list of the formulas available from these retailers:
- Whiskas Purrfectly Chicken Chicken Entree
- Whiskas Purrfectly Chicken Chicken & Duck Entree
- Whiskas Purrfectly Chicken Chicken & Beef Entree
- Whiskas Catmilk Liquid Milk Supplement
Most of Whiskas’ wet cat foods are sold in 3-ounce pouches and the brand offers a number of variety packs. The recipes feature a mixture of animal proteins, often in sauce thickened with various starches and gums. Whiskas wet cat foods contain both added colors and synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT.
Whiskas’ dry cat foods rely heavily on cereal grains like corn, wheat, and rice with proteins sourced from vaguely named fish, meat, and animal derivatives. Many of these recipes also contain synthetic preservatives, artificial flavors, and added color.
What Did Our Test Cats Think?
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To test Whiskas cat food, I ordered all the recipes currently sold in the United States. This includes three chicken recipes (all sold in the Purrfectly Chicken variety pack) and the Catmilk liquid milk supplement.
My cats seemed to like all three flavors of food and really enjoyed the Catmilk. As some customers have noted in reviews, however, the product in all three different flavors appeared the same and didn’t match the picture on the packaging. All three had what appeared to be shredded chicken along with darker pieces of meat.
It’s also worth noting that the ingredients lists and guaranteed analysis on the Whiskas packaging I received differed from the nutritional information on Chewy’s product page. The nutritional info in the mini reviews below reflects what was on the packages I received.
Whiskas Cat Food—Top 3 Recipes Reviewed
| Product Name | Food Type | Primary Protein | Calories Per Ounce | Price | Our Grade |
| Whiskas Purrfectly Chicken Chicken Entree | Wet | Chicken | 22 | $0.35 per ounce | D |
| Whiskas Purrfectly Chicken Chicken & Beef Entree | Wet | Chicken | 22 | $0.34 per ounce | D |
| Whiskas Catmilk Liquid Milk Supplement | Treat | Milk | 19 | $0.30 per ounce | C |
#1 Whiskas Purrfectly Chicken Chicken Entree
At first glance, this popular Whiskas recipe appears to be made from shredded chicken in sauce, but the ingredient list tells a more nuanced story. Based on the ingredient list, the food seems to be based on a composite of chicken, beef, tuna, and wheat gluten formed into shreds and set in a gravy thickened with tapioca starch and guar gum.
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With multiple potentially-harmful preservatives and possibly-carcinogenic caramel color, the food contains several of the additives we try to avoid. It is, however, low in carbohydrates and contains over 50% protein measured as dry matter.
Overall, this food is high in protein with moderate fat and low carbohydrate content. Though the food’s macronutrient distribution is on point, its use of questionable additives make it a less-than-ideal choice.
Ingredients
Sufficient Water For Processing, Chicken, Chicken Liver, Beef Liver, Tuna, Soybean Oil, Tapioca Starch, Wheat Gluten, Calcium Carbonate, Glycine, Guar Gum, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Sugar, Salt, Carrageenan, Minerals [Magnesium Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Calcium Iodate), Ascorbic Acid, Di-Sodium EDTA (Preservative), Vitamins [Alpha Tocopherol Acetate (Source of Vitamin E), Niacin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Menadione Sodium Bisculfite Complex (Source of Vitamin K Activity), Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid), Caramel Color, Iron Oxide Color, BHA & BHT (Preservatives), Sodium Nitrite (Preservative).
Ingredients We Liked: Chicken, Chicken Liver, Beef Liver, Tuna
Ingredients We Didn’t Like: Soybean Oil, Tapioca Starch, Wheat Gluten, Guar Gum, Caramel Color, Iron Oxide Color, BHA & BHT
Guaranteed Analysis
Dry Matter Basis
Caloric Weight Basis
What We Liked:
- Relies primarily on animal-sourced protein
- Low in dry matter carbohydrates
- Good source of hydrating moisture for cats
What We Didn’t Like:
- Contains potentially-harmful synthetic colors and preservatives
- Guar gum may trigger loose stools in sensitive cats
#2 Whiskas Purrfectly Chicken Chicken & Beef Entree
Sold only as part of the Purrfectly Chicken variety pack, this Chicken & Beef Entree features a nearly identical formula to the previous recipe. It starts with the same mix of chicken, beef, and liver, though the order of these ingredients is a little different. There’s no tuna in this recipe, either.
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This formula has the same shredded texture and starch-thickened gravy as the previous recipe. The ingredients list includes both sugar and salt, plus an array of synthetic preservatives and added colors.
Measured as dry matter, this recipe contains over 53% protein and about 13% fat. It has fairly low calorie density at about 22 calories per ounce, but it’s formulated to meet AAFCO recommended nutrient minimums for adult cats.
Ingredients
Sufficient Water For Processing, Chicken, Beef, Chicken Liver, Beef Liver, Soybean Oil, Tapioca Starch, Wheat Gluten, Glycine, Guar Gum, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Taurine, Sugar, Minerals [Magnesium Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Calcium Iodide), Salt, Carrageenan, Caramel Color, Di-Sodium EDTA (Preservative), Iron Oxide Color, Ascorbic Acid, Vitamins [Alpha Tocopherol Acetate (Source of Vitamin E), Niacin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Thiamine Mononitrate, Menadione Sodium Bisculfite Complex (Source of Vitamin K Activity), Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid), BHA & BHT (Preservatives), Sodium Nitrite (Preservative).
Ingredients We Liked: Chicken, Beef, Chicken Liver, Beef Liver
Ingredients We Didn’t Like: Soybean Oil, Tapioca Starch, Wheat Gluten, Guar Gum, Caramel Color, Iron Oxide Color, BHA & BHT
Guaranteed Analysis
Dry Matter Basis
Caloric Weight Basis
What We Liked:
- Made primarily with animal-based protein
- Chunks of chicken and meat in a flavorful sauce
- Rich in hydrating moisture for your cat
What We Didn’t Like:
- Contains potentially-harmful synthetic colors and preservatives
- Guar gum may trigger loose stools in sensitive cats
#3 Whiskas Catmilk Liquid Milk Supplement
Marketed as a liquid treat for cats, Catmilk is essentially sweetened cow’s milk with digestive enzymes added. It’s sweetened with both malt extract and corn syrup solids, and contains some added vegetable oil and guar gum as a binder. The addition of lactase, a digestive enzyme that helps breakdown the sugar in milk supposedly reduces the lactose content by 98%.
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This supplement comes in small 200mL (6.75-ounce) cartons. Each carton contains “six daily servings” and you can fold over the top before storing leftovers in the fridge.
Customer reviews of this product are mixed. Several customers say their cats vomited shortly after drinking it, and there are multiple mentions of damaged packaging or unusual color. Customers who like this product often mix it into wet cat food or use it as a calorie-dense supplement for senior cats or newly weaned kittens.
Ingredients
Milk, Water, Nonfat Milk, Malt Extract, Trisodium Phosphate, Vegetable Oil, Guar Gum, Corn Syrup Solids, Lactase, Taurine, Carrageenan, Sodium Caseinate, Mono And Diglycerides, Dextrose, Salt.
Ingredients We Liked: None
Ingredients We Didn’t Like: Vegetable Oil, Guar Gum, Corn Syrup Solids
Guaranteed Analysis
Dry Matter Basis
Caloric Weight Basis
What We Liked:
- Liquid supplement is easy for cats of all ages to enjoy
- May be easier to digest than regular milk due to added lactase
- Comes in convenient, resealable cartons
What We Didn’t Like:
- Contains a lot of added sweetener
- Numerous reports of off-color product or vomiting after consumption
What Do Customers Think of Whiskas Cat Food?
Whiskas appears to be a popular brand around the world but it’s not widely available in the United States, so customer reviews are limited. The brand shines as an affordable choice but it doesn’t appear to be a very convenient option outside of Europe.
Reviews on Amazon and Chewy are more positive than negative but Whiskas UK has a dismal average of 1.2 out of 5 stars on Trustpilot. Many of these reviews reflect themes common in the American market, including declining quality following a formula change and cats suddenly refusing the food.
Positive Reviews
Satisfied customers often say that their cats love the food, even in multi-cat households with picky eaters. Many customers love the price point of Whiskas, and some express a preference for the pouches over brands that only sell cat food in cans.
“All my furkids loved these Perfectly Chicken Pouches. They all scarfed them down. They all wanted more.These work really well for my furkids who have trouble with stomatitis.” – Kathy reviewing Whiskas Purrfectly Chicken Variety Pack on May 31, 2026
“My feral cats love this milk. I recently discovered it and they can’t get enough. It is better quality than the milk I bought in the store as it is creamy. A good thing to have on hand for sure!” – Sondra reviewing Whiskas Catmilk Liquid Milk Supplement on February 27, 2026
Negative Reviews
Dissatisfied customers often say their cats simply do not like the food, or that they eat some of it but leave lots of chunks behind. Several wonder if the recipes have been reformulated, mentioning that the food in the pouch doesn’t match what’s pictured on the package. Some customers also express concerns about the inclusion of synthetic preservatives and added color in the food.
“She wasn’t a big fan of this product. She loves chicken and foods with lots of juice in them, but not this one. She licked the juice out and left the chicken.” – Julie reviewing Whiskas Purrfectly Chicken Chicken Entree on June 3, 2026
“Made cat puke multiple times, within 10 minutes of drinking. Nothing else changed in their diet beforehand. I tested it for the second time later in the day and they puked multiple times again. They did not puke after eating their regular food. It’s too bad because they loved this stuff years ago when they last had it, and they didn’t have this reaction to it then. Formula change?” – Hannah reviewing Whiskas Catmilk Liquid Milk Supplement on January 29, 2026
How Much Does Whiskas Cat Food Cost?
Whiskas makes its mark as an affordable cat food brand, though price may vary depending on the market. None of the food sold in the United States is manufactured domestically, and the fact that they’re only sold in pouches affects the price as well.
The Whiskas cat food currently sold in the United States costs around $0.35 per ounce. They’re not the most calorie-dense recipes at this price point but they are nutritionally complete and balanced, according to AAFCO recommendations.
Using the average calorie needs of a healthy 10-pound cat, the estimated daily cost to feed your cat Whiskas would be about $3.00. This makes Whiskas significantly more expensive than other brands known for their affordability like Friskies and Iams.
Where is Whiskas Cat Food Sold?
Whiskas cat food has limited availability in the United States. You can find a small selection of products on Amazon and Chewy, and sometimes the products show up at Walmart or other discount retailers.
Whiskas appears to be more widely available in Canada, Europe, and Australia. You can explore the whole Whiskas lineup on the brand’s website (optimized by region), but there doesn’t appear to be a store locator.
Overall, Is Whiskas Cat Food a Good Choice?
Whiskas may be an appealing option for pet parents seeking a budget-friendly cat food made with real meat. Unfortunately, Whiskas’ use of synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT brings the quality and safety of the food into question. Even bargain brands like Friskies that use artificial color have eliminated such preservatives from the formulas.
It’s also worth noting that Whiskas’ availability in the United States has been in decline. The food is all imported from international manufacturers, which adds to the cost. Whiskas might be cheap elsewhere, but it doesn’t make our list for the cheapest cat food sold in the US.
At an average price point of $0.35 per ounce, you could get something much better than Whiskas (and without all the artificial additives). In our opinion, it simply isn’t worth buying.
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My cat became very ill after eating the new recipe in new packaging Whiskas Fish favourites wet food. I had to get the vet to come out to her. She is recover8ng now but it’s been slow and very distress8ng. I e pressed my concerns re.this food to Whiskas using their helpline. I had to provide photos of box and packages plus batch numbers, twice over then I have heard nothing back. It does not demonstrate concern for the efficacy of their food
I would never give Whiskas to my cats, the dry food is the worst you can give to a cat and even the wet food is just as bad, i have experimented leaving the wet food outside for a while and it goes bright red fast, no other cat food does that.
I have been purchasing Whiskas chicken in pouches for many years. My latest purchase (August 2024) had a surprise. One of the pouches (chicken and duck entree) is very bulged compared to the usual flat pouches. This is first time EVER. Needless to say I am going to throw it out. Not taking a chance.
Thank you for this!
It seems that it’s taken a little while for the changes Whiskas to reach my shelves but one day my cats loved Whiskas, the next one wouldn’t touch it. I thought maybe she was feeling a little off colour so I didn’t go to a new brand straight away but she continued to refuse it, with the other eating less and less of it over a couple of days. I brought other brands, they devoured those. I have just tried a reintroduction, the original one did sniff and look hopeful but would not touch it. The other ate about 1/3. That’s a no then.
the food is total sh-t
Hi Lauren,
Thank you for the feedback, would you mind elaborating what was wrong with the food?
Hello so recently I brought a cat before 5 months and I didn’t really know anything about cats food so I entered the market and saw a wet food named Whiskas I took it and fed it to my cat he and he really likes it so for the last 5 months I’ve been feeding him whiskas tuna flavour 2-12 months not knowing the ingredients, so yesterday I saw him peeing out of its litter box as not usual and I saw like a bleeding on his stool ,pee , so I took him to the vet and after all the checking it appeared to my cat have kidney stone so the vet asked me what do you feed him I said Whiskas he said that’s the cause of most of kidney disease and he is okay now with some special food and medicine last impression (0-10) don’t ever make you cat eat that toxic “food” or what ever .
Thanks for sharing your experience, Yazan! I’m glad your veterinarian was able to diagnose your cat and get him started on a course of treatment. Just to clarify, was your vet suggesting Whiskas was specifically linked to your cat’s kidney issues or did they mean diet in general was the most common factor?
As soon as I started giving food to my cat, I noticed that there was a fungal like thing from the Vishkas Kitten Jelly packet and its. Expiry is also 2025
Concerning—thanks for sharing this. I’d recommend reporting this to Whiskas as well.
I have a 26 week old kitten he is a very playful energetic Bengal/Siamese Cross. He entertained himself daily. I trained him to sit on command, play fetch, to walk on a harness and lead.
Then one morning he wouldn’t get out of his bed all day and he looked sad and depressed. Wouldn’t /didn’t eat or drink for over 48 hours + so I took him to the vets (expensive). He was very lethargic and diagnosed with a small blockage in his bladder/penis and he was overweight for his age .He was given antibiotics/anti-inflamatory injections and oral medication for home. The vet asked what he was fed on and it was whiskas kitten dry food. She told me this wasn’t good for kittens due to some added ingredients in this food. I thought I was going to loose Rafiki at 26 weeks and was devastated. Why is this food still allowed to be sold in the UK ? I now have to find a good replacement dry food for him. Luckily 3 days on he seems to.be pulling through, but he is not the same ,he is not my toy mouse chasing, toe nipping , playful naughty cat anymore all because of this awful food which I researched and came up one of the best on the market. You and my vet has proven differently today. 😔
Hey, I’m so sorry to hear that this happened to your kitty. Is he feeling any better now?
I initially fed my two cats whiskas, after about six months they both turned their noses up at it, obviously they have far more sense than i do. whiskas, is cheap, nasty and basically grain. since when do cats eat grain, i am now much more interested in what my cats eat. and they are far more interested in the food they now get. whiskas is simply made for a price, namely, cheap and nasty ok. so good cat food costs a little more, but i prefer my cats well fed, and happy
Another company out there rpping off there customers . Wet food with more liquid and less substance. Crooks . I must thank you after all . Gonna actually change brands and go with a better quality food . If your doing that to customers I can imagine what your actually putting in there. BAD ,BAD ,BAD…
Why do you think that most of us are from the US? Can’t we be from other countries?
My first cat (2014-2018) had Whiskas (dry, wet and milk) all his life, got diagnosed with lymph cancer at the age of 3. No history of cancer in his family, was a tabby and I raised him from 2 months old.
He was very healthy and physically fit until he got cancer. I did notice he seems to dislike Whiskas and ate as much as he could at every chance he got if he could eat other food (I occasionally makes fresh food for him)
Should’ve been more careful with his food, Whiskas was the most accessible cat food in my area (Sydney) and I thought if it can go on the shelves, there shouldn’t be any problem.
Hi CYN, thank you for commenting. I’m so sorry about your cat’s untimely death of cancer. It’s always hard to determine exactly what causes cancer, but I can understand that you would consider that the Whiskas may have contributed. A good diet can always help, so I agree that something other than Whiskas would be ideal for any future cats. Take care.
Hello Kate, thanks for your reply on my comment regarding Bella and whiskas protons beef flavour., It’s not the budget I’m concerned about , I tried every food on the market starting with most expensive, and she is one stubborn kitty. Her original owner was elderly and passed away which is how I ended up adopting her, I m assuming that maybe she was on a budget being elderly and the fact that Bella is super stubborn, this kitty of mine will run circles around me as I walk from one room the the other , and if I don’t respond by giving her that shit whiskas food right away, she is hissing and swatting her claws at my legs!, It’s brutal that she is addicted to this horrible food., There wasn’t any kibbles that I could get her to eat neither until I found the grain free oh rina cat food kibbles and it’s decently priced, she eats it and doesn’t complain!, but is never content without stupid whiskas., So I’m cutting her off of it slowly, she now gets half of a half portion twice a day., sometimes only once a day, she’s pissed off at me and she lets me know it that’s forsure. I want her to be happy but I also want her to be healthy ., I believe I have tried that kiwi brand you mentioned already, but I will try it again, I even added fish oil to her food to entice her but she still sticks her nose up to it and looks at me with her ears back and a pissed of glare!. It’s comical at times but more frustrating than anything. Thanks again for your reply
Cats sure can be finicky! It sounds like you’re doing the right thing, though. It’s always great if you can get your cat to eat something healthy but if the alternative is not eating at all then you sometimes just have to give them what they’ll eat. Maybe weaning her off the Whiskas will work but, if not, there’s no harm in using it as a food topper to get her to eat!
My cat 5 year old main coon vomits almost every time she eats ehiskas portions beef flavour pate!, when I adopted her a yr and half ago, she was the pickiest cat ever, I tried every single cat foood on the shelf from science diet to Ian’s royal canin and so on! She would not eat any of it and she was loosing weight fast! I took her to the vet they said go next door and buy duck or chicken only frozen natural food! She would have nothing to do with that neither! The only good she liked was the whiskasoortions beef flavour pate! So I give it to her! I try other wet foods, fancy feast , I have tried every kind on the market and it just goes to waste! What the hell is in this whiskas shit that makes her puke so often? I finally found a grain free kibble that she actually eats, so I gove her that also, but for the most part she will starve herself and wait for the damn whiskas beef!
Yikes! Sorry to hear you’re having trouble finding a good option for your kitty, Denise. Sensitive stomachs are common in cats, but with brands like Whiskas and Fancy Feast there are also artificial additives and fillers like corn, wheat, and soy to consider. High-carb cat foods can be pretty difficult for cats to digest in general since cats are carnivores – their bodies simply aren’t designed to process plant foods efficiently. I’ve heard other cat owners comment about their cats refusing to eat anything but one of these brands too, so you’re not alone!
I would recommend maybe trying to transition your cat onto a cat food that doesn’t contain as many artificial additives. The more natural the food, the easier it is to digest and the less likely to upset your cat’s tummy. It might be a challenge given that your cat is already refusing other foods, but you might try something that has a very strong aroma – a fish-flavored food like Tiki Cat, maybe – to appeal to his senses.
If you’re shopping on a budget it’s tempting to stick with cheaper brands like Whiskas but you may be able to find something that’s a little higher in quality for a similar price. Check out our cheap cat food recommendations to see if something on this list might fit into your budget:
https://cats.com/best-cheap-cat-food
I fed one plastic container of this food to my 9 year old Maine Coon
3 days later she was gone
Started vomiting the next day and unable to void
Death was undetermined, but this was the only difference in the routine.
My older (17) Maine Coon developed a tooth issue and in the past he has enjoyed Fancy feast Salmon pare, so I looked for a similar product
He snubbed it but the 9 year old ate it
We can’t be sure but we suspect that this food had something to do with it
A wonderful healthy cat gone so quickly
I’ll never buy this stuff again
I’m sorry to hear about the sudden death of your Maine Coon, Bill. I understand why you wouldn’t want to feed Whiskas again after this. Thank you for sharing.
Lots of fur parents really hate whiskas especially the dry one. I saw a lot of fur parents on internet had an anger with this whiskas, they often said whiskas is very much salty and doesn’t have a good recipe.
I recently read one facebook post which is his cat died because of kidney problem, and his food, whiskas for almost 3 years.
I’m using powerkitten right now for my kitten, dry food and It’s good for my kitten
Hi Lei, it’s great that you’re doing your research to find a healthy food for your cat. It’s true that Whiskas has had some customer complaints in the past and the quality of their foods leaves something to be desired. I’m glad Powerkitten is working for you!
Mystery meat…Meat By Products…i wouldnt feed a killing cat Whiskas.
Going right off Whiskas cat food it seems you are paying the same for less now 85g in a pouch and NOT clearly marked for all to see i.e people eith sight problems. Info should be on front in larger print so oeople know EXACTLY what they are getting. Beginning ti thing Butchers is a better option you get what you pay for not less and pay the same.
A few months that I am observing my cat having liquid and smelly pooh after eating Whiskas wet food in Sauce or in Jelly. Firstly, and because I was giving other types of food, I had to find out which one was making my cat sick. Once I discover which one was creating the problems I did stop giving it to my cat, the pooh became normal and after weeks I did try to give her a pooch and again the problems started straight away. Lucky that I have a reserve on Cat probiotics, so that she can get better, but what worries me this time is that she had blood with her pooh.
I think that a petition has to be signed online I am not the only one complaining here, Whiskas should be able to make some changes in their food so that our beloved pets won’t get sick!
Thanks for sharing your experience with Whiskas, Sylvie.
My kitten hot blood with his pooh , and now I think it’s from whiskas, I only give him the ocean fish dry food , he is 4 months old
Please can you do review of uk wiskas? my cat used to eat it but swiched to lilys kichen and blink!. im in the uk by the way.
That’s an interesting idea! We’ll consider it.
also do another review of lilys kitchen as they updated the entire menu
My cat experienced a serious allergic reaction to whiskas food after years of eating it. We determined it was the “new and improved” wet food after weeks of investigation removing exposures from his environment – the reaction stopped immediately after switching food brands. I contacted the company to tell them what we had experienced and I got an angry email back threatening litigation if we asked any questions of them or made our concerns public. They didn’t respond to any further emails. I can’t prove it was the whiskas but their response tells me everything I need to know about their respect for pets.
That’s very concerning…thank you for sharing your experience. That doesn’t sound right at all.
I always bought Whiskas for my cat as I thought it was a better quality, but of late, particularly since Covid outbreak he walks away and it gets wasted. I did start buying him the fish varieties in jelly but then he only eats the jelly and leaves the rest. As for reading the ingredients, not possible as they are in a foreign language (purchased from Tesco supermarket).
It is costing me twice as much as it ought due to my cats wastage.
I have at present found one (I think) that he likes but won’t name names.
Only last week on opening a pouch of whiskas did we find it full of live maggots.
Absolutely disgusting, if my cats didn’t love the taste I would certainly not purchase this product again unfortunately there is not much else my cats will eat.
They are all healthy so I don’t think there’s to much to be concerned about.
The live maggots make me wonder how on earth this could happen in one pouch out of a dozen.
That’s very concerning, Louise. I would contact the company and make a complaint to the FDA.
https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/report-problem/how-report-pet-food-complaint
Thank you so much for your detailed review. I’ve been feeding my Persian whiskas and now considering to switching to perhaps better quality wet food.
Just wanted to share Whiskas did recall their batch in Canada last month due to quality issues found in their raw meat and sources: https://www.whiskas.ca/en/update
I do wonder how it is everywhere else other than Canada.
US whiskas is questionable to say the least. It’s the worst food you can feed your loved one. Try Dr. Elsey’s chicken formula. If you want to stick to good cans choose Nulo. I would not recommend I feed my 10lb cat. He’s big and healthy. Please take my advice in to consideration. Cats live 15 years. Don’t you want your cat to make it to at least 20. It all starts with nutrition!!!