Richard's Organics Chicken Flavor Hairball Remedy, 4.25-oz tube

I wasn't sure if Pawsie would take this product. Even with regular brushing, she still struggles with large hairballs that are very difficult for her. I knew she wouldn't go for anything that needed to be put on her nose or paw. I put the recommended amount of this stuff on my finger, and I couldn't believe that she just licked it off with no problem! I've been using this product for about 10 days, and it seems to be working. She still spits up hairballs, but they aren't the huge ones. The hairballs seem to be mostly dissolved. I'm hoping that as I continue to use this, it will get even better. We are crossing our paws!

Been using this 2 WEEKS and we're sold forever! We'll never be out!This is unbelievable: 1. All 5 brat cats 87⁷LOVE it and lick off a finger. Initially tried smearing on tops of feet but wasn't necessary. 2. Only once a day. 3. Zero petroleum. 4. Organic and natural ingredients, not crap from a lab. 5. Fixed our 15yr old!!!! This small cat had hairballs like blockages, he could barely eat, and lost enough weight that it was noticeable all over. Now, not a single hairball in 2wks. With 5 cats, I keep a dedicated cleaning caddy just for them, and no one has vomited in 2wks, that is such a huge deal around here. So, back to our senior: now he can eat, and he's been eating like a little horse for Been using this 2 WEEKS and we're sold forever! We'll never be out!This is unbelievable: 1. All 5 brat cats 87⁷LOVE it and lick off a finger. Initially tried smearing on tops of feet but wasn't necessary. 2. Only once a day. 3. Zero petroleum. 4. Organic and natural ingredients, not crap from a lab. 5. Fixed our 15yr old!!!! This small cat had hairballs like blockages, he could barely eat, and lost enough weight that it was noticeable all over. Now, not a single hairball in 2wks. With 5 cats, I keep a dedicated cleaning caddy just for them, and no one has vomited in 2wks, that is such a huge deal around here. So, back to our senior: now he can eat, and he's been eating like a little horse for 2wks and he's filling out all over, and he's so vocal and playful. He can even drink enough water now. This cat will go on hunger strikes when I have tried other treats, drops, crushed medicine, everything, he hates it all.... except this hairball gel! I purchased, only hoping it might help at least 1 cat, because that would still be worth it. Instead, it has miraculously fixed them all in 2wks. … more

My cats love it. I just put it on top of their food. It’s the first thing the eat! They prefer the tuna flavor but will eventually eat the chicken flavored. Now for the bad news... the plastic tube is not good. It’s to big for the amount of product. squeezing produces some farting sounds or if you pound it on the counter you might get more to settle at the opening. Too much trouble! So I just take a pair of scissors and cut off the crimped end of the tube. I put a spoon in it and leave it until all the products is gone. I have experienced some product separation, cats don’t care, neither do I. The good news is I’m not waking up to cat puke on my bed any longer. 3 cats use one tube a week. I give My cats love it. I just put it on top of their food. It’s the first thing the eat! They prefer the tuna flavor but will eventually eat the chicken flavored. Now for the bad news... the plastic tube is not good. It’s to big for the amount of product. squeezing produces some farting sounds or if you pound it on the counter you might get more to settle at the opening. Too much trouble! So I just take a pair of scissors and cut off the crimped end of the tube. I put a spoon in it and leave it until all the products is gone. I have experienced some product separation, cats don’t care, neither do I. The good news is I’m not waking up to cat puke on my bed any longer. 3 cats use one tube a week. I give it twice a day. … more

My cat LOVES this stuff! He can't wait for me to get it out of the tube. It's hysterical to watch actually. I like that it doesn't have any petroleum products. The only issue is the tube. I have a hard time getting the last of it out, so I cut it open and put it in a small container. Literally got the last drop of it. Wish it was easier to find. Not everyone carries Richard's Organics.

I was using the natural version of the other popular hairball remedy but when it came time to buy some for my little girl Lily, it was out of stock everywhere. So I ordered a couple tubes of this to see if she would like it and it was a hit!!! No hesitation, she just dug right in, lol. I had no problem whatsoever with the tube. I was used to having to shake it when using the other brand so I already assumed I'd be doing the same. I went ahead and massaged the tube a little but then shook back and forth, then turned the tube the other way and shook back and forth that way. Keep in mind this is very thick, so it won't feel like you are shaking liquid, but you can "feel" the contents move I was using the natural version of the other popular hairball remedy but when it came time to buy some for my little girl Lily, it was out of stock everywhere. So I ordered a couple tubes of this to see if she would like it and it was a hit!!! No hesitation, she just dug right in, lol. I had no problem whatsoever with the tube. I was used to having to shake it when using the other brand so I already assumed I'd be doing the same. I went ahead and massaged the tube a little but then shook back and forth, then turned the tube the other way and shook back and forth that way. Keep in mind this is very thick, so it won't feel like you are shaking liquid, but you can "feel" the contents move after shaking a few times. It is working perfectly for her and I am happy about that! DO NOT refrigerate. The only way you could use this stuff if you do is to keep it out for who knows how long until it becomes room temp, so no need. I've never refrigerated this or the other brand and had no problems over the years. She has something going on with her poop, and gets constipated, so this helps her to stay regular. I am giving every day (once or twice). I think I'll stick with this brand too. … more

My cat hated the petroleum based remedies, which if you think about it makes perfect sense. I certainly wouldn't want to ingest Petroleum! She loves Richard's Organics Hairball Remedy and looks forward to getting her chicken flavored "treat". I do agree with some of the negative comments about the packaging. While you can tell the heavy quality of the packaging is more like that of a high end hand cream, it's not quite the right choice for a thicker product like this remedy. Toothpaste packaging might be better suited to aid in getting to every last bit of the product inside. Even if I have to cut the tube open to get to it, I will be purchasing this again for my girl.

I was pretty skeptical cause it sounded to good to be true, especially for the price. Before taking this my cat was puking up hairballs and what not almost every other day. She has been taking it daily for 2 weeks and she has only puked once!!!

My cat was constantly throwing up hairball due to her fur being thick and fine. I give her Richard’s Organic Hairball Remedy and she has stopped throwing up. I’ve used other hairball remedies, but none of them works as well as this one.

Product is excellent. However, the new packaging design is a fail. One tube burst at the bottom seam with slightest pressure. The other remained intact, but failed to dispense fully. The old tube design was better. Only solution for these new ones is to cut them open and keep the product in a jar. I scoop out a bit and swipe it on a plate to serve about 20 minutes before breakfast. That gives it time to "work" for my kitty who has history of constipation. Thankfully, the recipe doesn't seem to have changed; he still loves it. Just the packaging is awful now.

I've used Richard's Organics hairball gel for quite a while, as it's the only remedy my fussy Himalayan will eat. I put a little dab on her wet food morning and night, and she's none the wiser. But recently, the packaging changed, and not for the better. The tube is a thicker material and difficult to squeeze. It's also far larger than it needs to be. The result of all this is that the tube's heat seal blew out on the second usage. When I cut the tube open to transfer the remaining contents to a jar, I found that the tube wasn't even half full. I weighed it, and there was only 2 oz of product instead of the listed 4.25 oz. Given I'd only had the tube for one day, and the seals had been intact I've used Richard's Organics hairball gel for quite a while, as it's the only remedy my fussy Himalayan will eat. I put a little dab on her wet food morning and night, and she's none the wiser. But recently, the packaging changed, and not for the better. The tube is a thicker material and difficult to squeeze. It's also far larger than it needs to be. The result of all this is that the tube's heat seal blew out on the second usage. When I cut the tube open to transfer the remaining contents to a jar, I found that the tube wasn't even half full. I weighed it, and there was only 2 oz of product instead of the listed 4.25 oz. Given I'd only had the tube for one day, and the seals had been intact upon receipt, that means there wasn't anywhere near the amount I paid for in that tube. I'm willing to chalk this up to a one time fluke (maybe it was the last tube of a particular batch and didn't get filled properly), but if this continues, I'm going to be on the hunt for a new hairball remedy. I would love to rate this 5 stars, but the new packaging is terrible. … more