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Nutrition and label data

Guaranteed analysis, AAFCO, quick facts
BrandVital Essentials
Life stageAdult
FormatFreeze-Dried
ProteinsBeef
Special dietsGrain-Free
Crude protein36.0%
Crude fat26.0%
Crude fiber3.0%
Kcal per cup560
AAFCO life stageadult maintenance

Evidence snapshot

  • AAFCO target: adult maintenance
  • Guaranteed analysis: protein 36.0% · fat 26.0% · fiber 3.0%
  • Calorie density: 560 kcal per cup
  • Tracked value: $15.58/day at the lowest live offer we currently track

The full buyer's guide

Overview

Freeze-Dried Raw Beef Mini Nibs is a freeze-dried recipe from Vital Essentials. It is targeted at adult dogs. The named primary protein is beef.

This recipe is built for adult dogs in maintenance. Freeze-dried preserves more nutrients than any other commercial format because the food never gets hot during processing. Most owners use it as a topper rather than as the only food because of the cost.

We are still verifying a verified AAFCO statement directly from the bag and verified guaranteed analysis values for this product. The information shown below is based on the brand's product line context and the format-typical nutritional profile. Always confirm the AAFCO statement and ingredient list on the actual bag before transitioning a dog to a new food.

For more from Vital Essentials, see the brand page, which lists every recipe in our catalog along with the brand's recall history and merchant coverage.

Who it's for

  • Households that prefer grain-free recipes for their own reasons.

Nutritional snapshot

Crude protein lands at 36.0% — a high crude protein figure for the category. Crude fat is listed at 26.0%. Crude fiber comes in at 3.0%. Calorie density is roughly 560 kcal per cup, which lands in the energy dense band.

Value snapshot

Based on the cheapest active merchant offer we currently track, this recipe runs roughly $15.58/day for a typical mid-size dog. Cost per day shifts with package size, subscription savings, and the dog's actual feeding amount.

Things to know

  • Calorie density is on the higher side, so portioning matters for less active or weight-watching dogs.
  • No AAFCO statement is currently captured in our records — buyers should verify life-stage adequacy directly on the label before transitioning.

Frequently asked

Is Freeze-Dried Raw Beef Mini Nibs grain-free?

Yes — Freeze-Dried Raw Beef Mini Nibs is labeled grain-free.

What life stage is Freeze-Dried Raw Beef Mini Nibs formulated for?

The label lists adult maintenance as the AAFCO life stage.

What is the primary protein in Freeze-Dried Raw Beef Mini Nibs?

Beef is the primary protein listed for this recipe.

How much does Freeze-Dried Raw Beef Mini Nibs cost per day?

Based on the lowest active merchant offer we currently track, around $15.58/day for a typical mid-size dog.

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