Temptations Cat Treats: Reviewed

Introduction

Shake a tub of Temptations and most cats come running. The brand, made by Mars Petcare, sells crunchy treats with a soft center, and Mars calls it America’s number one cat treat based on 2020 Nielsen sales data. That is the company’s own claim, but the Amazon numbers back up the popularity: the classic tubs carry tens of thousands of ratings.

Temptations comes in more than 25 flavors, so we kept this guide simple. We cover the two classic tubs we could verify on Amazon and the MixUps line that blends three flavors in one bag, plus three other well-reviewed treats for hydration and dental care. Here is what we link to:

1. Temptations Classic Crunchy and Soft Cat Treats, Tasty Chicken Flavor, 16 oz Tub
2. Temptations Classic Crunchy and Soft Cat Treats, Seafood Medley Flavor, 16 oz Tub
3. Delectables Lickable Treat Stew Variety Pack, 1.4 oz Pouches, 12 Count
4. Feline Greenies Natural Dental Cat Treats, Savory Salmon, 4.6 oz Pouch
5. Purina DentaLife Cat Dental Treats, Tasty Chicken, 19 oz Pouch

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Quick Verdict

Tasty Chicken is the one to start with, rated 4.8 stars across nearly 70,000 Amazon ratings. Seafood Medley is the pick for fish-loving cats, also at 4.8 stars across more than 23,800 ratings. And if your cat gets bored of one flavor, MixUps Catnip Fever mixes chicken, catnip, and cheese flavors, with 4.8 stars from more than 48,000 Amazon ratings.

Why Trust This Guide

Ratings and review counts come from Amazon listing data for each exact tub, and ratings shift over time. Claims like “America’s number one cat treat” are Mars’s own, and we label them that way. We could not confirm the Amazon product ID for MixUps, so we describe it without a buy button rather than guess a link.

We also tell you the catch: these are treats. They are listed as complete and balanced for adult cats, but they still add calories, and a cat that fills up on treats may skip its real meals.

At a Glance

• Under 2 calories per treat, according to Temptations
• 4.6 to 4.8 stars across every treat covered here
• 69,758 ratings on the Tasty Chicken tub, the most we found
• 1 honest catch: they are easy to overfeed, so count them

Quick Comparison Table

Product	Flavor	Amazon Rating	Best For
Classic Tasty Chicken	Chicken	4.8, 69,758 ratings	Most cats, first try
Classic Seafood Medley	Seafood	4.8, 23,831 ratings	Fish lovers
MixUps Catnip Fever	Chicken, catnip, cheese	4.8, 48,611 ratings	Bored cats, play time
Delectables Lickable Stew	Variety	4.8, 10K+ bought last month	Hydration, toppers
Feline Greenies Dental	Salmon	4.8, 25,000+ ratings	Teeth and tartar
Purina DentaLife	Chicken	4.6, 2,500+ ratings	Dental care in bulk

The Options, Reviewed

01- Temptations Classic, Tasty Chicken

Overview: Crunchy outside, soft inside | chicken flavor | under 2 calories per treat | listed as 100% complete and balanced for adult cats | resealable 16 oz tub, $8.48 when we checked

Why We Recommend It: This is the classic Temptations flavor and the most-reviewed tub we found, with nearly 70,000 Amazon ratings at 4.8 stars. The listing suggests using it as a treat, a meal topper, or a training reward, which makes one tub go a long way.

Key Features: Dual texture with a crunchy shell and soft center | chicken flavor | under 2 calories per treat | resealable stay-fresh tub

Pros: 4.8 stars across 69,758 Amazon ratings | low calories per piece | works as a treat, topper, or training reward | tub keeps paws out

Cons: Easy to overfeed because cats beg for them | a treat, not a replacement for a proper diet

Best For: Most adult cats, and anyone trying Temptations for the first time

Bottom Line: The safest first tub, with the biggest crowd behind it.

02- Temptations Classic, Seafood Medley

Overview: Crunchy outside, soft inside | seafood flavor | under 2 calories per treat | listed as 100% complete and balanced for adult cats | resealable 16 oz tub

Why We Recommend It: Some cats ignore chicken and go wild for fish. This tub holds 4.8 stars across more than 23,800 Amazon ratings, and it ranked number 5 in Amazon’s crunchy cat treats list when we checked.

Key Features: Seafood flavor with the same dual texture | under 2 calories per treat | made by Mars Petcare US | resealable tub

Pros: 4.8 stars across 23,831 Amazon ratings | ranked number 5 in crunchy cat treats when we checked | good change of pace from chicken | same low calories per treat

Cons: The listing names ground corn as a special ingredient, so these are not grain-free | not right for cats that react to fish

Best For: Cats that prefer seafood flavors

Bottom Line: The fish-flavored classic, just as popular with fish-loving cats.

Also Worth Knowing: MixUps Catnip Fever

MixUps put three flavors in one bag. Catnip Fever mixes chicken, catnip, and cheese flavors, and its 16 oz tub holds 4.8 stars across 48,611 Amazon ratings. It ranked number 3 in Amazon’s crunchy cat treats list, higher than either classic tub. Temptations says the pieces are a good size for treat-dispensing toys. We could not confirm the Amazon product ID for it, so there is no buy button here, but you will find it by name on Amazon. Chewy lists it at 4.8 stars across more than 18,600 ratings as well.

Three More Treats Worth Trying

Temptations are crunchy snacks. If you want a treat that also adds water or helps with teeth, these three are well reviewed on Amazon.

03- Delectables Lickable Treat Stew Variety Pack

Overview: Lickable stew treats in pouches | hydrating, grain free, no fillers, no by-products, and no added preservatives, per the listing | works as a food topper | 12 pouches, 1.4 oz each

Why We Recommend It: Crunchy treats add calories but no water. A lickable stew does the opposite job, adding moisture, which helps cats that do not drink much. It holds 4.8 stars on Amazon with 10K+ bought last month.

Key Features: Lickable stew texture | hydrating | grain free with no fillers or by-products | doubles as a food topper

Pros: 4.8 stars on Amazon | 10K+ bought last month | adds moisture | great for hand-feeding or a lick mat

Cons: Single-use pouches mean more packaging | messier than a crunchy treat

Best For: Cats that need more water, or picky eaters that need a topper

Bottom Line: The best treat here for hydration.

04- Feline Greenies Dental Treats, Savory Salmon

Overview: Crunchy dental treats | accepted by the Veterinary Oral Health Council for tartar control | under 2 calories per treat | 4.6 oz pouch

Why We Recommend It: If your cat already loves crunchy treats, you can make that habit do some dental work. Greenies carry the VOHC seal for tartar and hold 4.8 stars across more than 25,000 Amazon ratings.

Key Features: VOHC seal for tartar | crunchy texture shaped to clean teeth | under 2 calories per treat | salmon flavor

Pros: 4.8 stars across more than 25,000 Amazon ratings | low calories | turns treat time into dental care

Cons: The VOHC claim covers tartar only, not plaque | does not replace a vet dental cleaning

Best For: Crunchy-treat lovers whose owners want a dental benefit

Bottom Line: The best swap if you want treats that help teeth.

05- Purina DentaLife Cat Dental Treats, Tasty Chicken

Overview: Crunchy dental treats with a porous texture | VOHC seal for tartar control | added calcium, taurine, and probiotics | 19 oz pouch

Why We Recommend It: This is the big-bag dental option for multi-cat homes. It carries the VOHC seal for tartar and holds 4.6 stars across more than 2,500 Amazon ratings.

Key Features: Porous texture designed to reduce tartar | VOHC seal for tartar | added calcium, taurine, and probiotics | big 19 oz pouch

Pros: 4.6 stars across more than 2,500 Amazon ratings | large reclosable pouch | probiotics included

Cons: Tartar claim only, not plaque | fewer ratings than Greenies

Best For: Multi-cat homes that want a dental treat in bulk

Bottom Line: A good-value dental treat in a big bag.

Which Option Matches Your Cat?

If you are new to Temptations, start with Tasty Chicken. If your cat turns its nose up at chicken, try Seafood Medley. Your cat loves catnip or gets bored of one flavor, look for MixUps Catnip Fever and use a few pieces in a treat toy for play time.

Treats Are Easy to Overdo

Under 2 calories a treat sounds tiny, and it is, until you hand out a small pile every time your cat begs. Temptations lists the classic treats as complete and balanced for adult cats, so they will not throw off nutrition in normal amounts, but calories still count. If you give a lot of treats, trim the day’s meals a little, and if your cat needs to lose weight, cut back on treats first. Our guide to cat food for weight loss covers the rest.

One more practical note: some Chewy reviewers report tubs arriving crushed in shipping. Check the lid when your order arrives.

Common Buying Mistakes to Avoid

• Buying the biggest tub before a taste test. Try a 16 oz tub or a small pouch first.
• Using treats as a meal. They are complete and balanced, but they are built to be a snack.
• Giving treats every time your cat asks. Cats learn fast, and the calories add up.
• Feeding treats to a cat on a prescription diet. Some diets, such as low-iodine diets, only work with no extras at all.

Practical Tips for Treating

• Use treats in a puzzle toy. It slows your cat down and adds some activity.
• Keep the tub closed and out of reach. Cats will try to break in.
• Check the date before you buy. Stale treats lose their crunch and appeal.
• Keep fresh water out. Crunchy treats are dry, and many cats drink more from a fountain.

Our Review Process

• A real Amazon listing for every product with a buy button
• Ratings and review counts stated, with their source named
• Company claims labeled as claims
• No guessed links for products we could not verify

We do not make medical claims about any product. For meals rather than snacks, see our guide to the best canned cat food for cats.

Final Recommendation

If you only take one thing from this guide, make it this: Temptations are among the best-reviewed cat treats on Amazon, and the tub to start with is Tasty Chicken. Switch to Seafood Medley for a fish lover, or look for MixUps Catnip Fever for variety. Whatever you pick, count the treats.

Frequently Asked Questions About Temptations

Who makes Temptations?
Mars Petcare US makes Temptations.

How many calories are in a Temptations treat?
Temptations says each treat has under 2 calories.

Are Temptations grain-free?
No. The Seafood Medley listing names ground corn as an ingredient.

Can kittens eat Temptations?
The classic treats are listed as complete and balanced for adult cats. Check the package, and ask your vet before giving treats to a kitten.

Why does my cat go crazy for them?
The crunchy shell and soft center are a big part of the appeal, and many cats learn the sound of the tub fast.

By the Pet Choice Center Editorial Team– Emma
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