A popular brand of tinned cat food has been recalled from pet stores after widespread concerns that the "gourmet" meals were making cats ill.

The Best Feline Friend (BFF) range made for the Australian market has been recalled for testing by its American manufacturer, Weruva, after online pet forums were flooded with complaints from owners who said their cats became ill after eating it.

Cats that ate the food have reportedly become ill, though no link has been established. Credit:Lyn Osborn

In some cases, owners claimed their pets had vomited, refused water and became lethargic.

While there is as yet no evidence that BFF's "natural" and "grain-free" food has made any cats sick, the manufacturer and distributor have recalled all the product and testing has begun to see if there are any links.