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🦆 Elevate your dog’s meal game with raw, crunchy duck perfection!
Vital Essentials Freeze Dried Dog Food features 96% premium butcher-cut raw duck, organs, and bone, freeze-dried to lock in nutrients and flavor. Grain-free and free from fillers or artificial ingredients, this high-protein, limited-ingredient formula supports muscle strength, digestive health, and a shiny coat, making it perfect for all life stages and sensitive dogs.
| ASIN | B0BWB9JWTW |
| ASIN | B0BWB9JWTW |
| Additional Features | Freeze-Dried, Whole Animal Protein, Humanely Harvested, No additives, no fillers and no artificial ingredients |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Allergen Information | Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Grain-Free, Rawhide-Free, Wheat Free |
| Animal Food Diet Type | Limited Ingredient, Raw |
| Animal Food Ingredient Claim | Humanely Raised, No Added Antibiotics, No Added Hormones, No Artificial Colors, No Artificial Flavors |
| Animal Food Nutrient Content Claim | High Protein, Low Carb, No Added Sugar |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,119 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #11 in Freeze-Dried Dog Food |
| Brand Name | Vital Essentials |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
| Container Type | Bag |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (359) |
| Date First Available | April 20, 2023 |
| Dog Breed Size | All, Large, Small |
| Flavor | Duck |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00840199680092 |
| Item Form | Freeze Dried |
| Item Type Name | Vital Essentials Freeze Dried Raw Dog Food, Duck Mini Nibs Entree |
| Item Weight | 14 Ounces |
| Item model number | 8009 |
| Manufacturer | Carnivore Meat Company |
| Manufacturer | Carnivore Meat Company |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 8009 |
| Model Number | 8009 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Occasion | Birthday, Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, Valentine's Day |
| Pet Type | Dog |
| Product Benefits | CLEANER TEETH from natural abrasion., DIGESTIVE HEALTH from natural enzymes., IMMUNE & HEART HEALTH from zinc and taurine., LEAN, STRONG MUSCLES from essential amino acids., MORE ENERGETIC PLAYTIME from whole animal protein. |
| Product Dimensions | 3.25 x 8 x 12 inches; 14 ounces |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Active, Brain Health, Appetite Stimulation, Skin and Coat Health, Digestive Health, Food Allergies, Training, Sensitive Stomach, Dental Care, Hip and Joint Support |
| Special Ingredients | Freeze-Dried Raw Duck |
| Specific Uses For Product | Active, Brain Health, Appetite Stimulation, Skin and Coat Health, Digestive Health, Food Allergies, Dental Care, Hip and Joint Support, Sensitive Stomach, Training |
| Target Species | Dog |
| UPC | 840199680092 |
| Unit Count | 14 Ounce |
J**R
A MUST BUY
My dogs love this and they are super picky about what they it as well. it is pricey but man is it worth it!
L**U
This is the only food for our toy poodle
Our toy poodle is pretty much allergic to everything. This food never gives him any issues- his ears, bum, belly all look so healthy after being on this duck vital essentials. We have tried to switch to other brands that are less expensive over the years but he always ends up having problems. So we go back to vital essentials. Hes 10ish lbs, 2 bags last roughly a month for us
T**E
Golden Retriever loves, and even hides "healthy" adds
My dog loves these! It's a great topper to add to a meal that may be "hiding" a few healthy choices for him. We also use these when training. Small, light weight, and appear to taste wonderful!
W**R
GREAT for training treats!
I buy bags of these to use as training treats. They are the exact same thing as their bags of 'treats' except in a much larger volume and a cheaper price! I usually try to buy proteins that I don't/can't typically feed to my dogs {for dinner}.
@**A
Added in rotation to have protein variety
I have added this to my monthly subscription so I am able to rotate proteins for my dogs. As long as I let these rehydrate a few minutes in hot water prior to feeding to soften the nibs up, this food seems to be good. My dogs like it. I do not think they can handle eating these nibs without it being rehydrated a little.
C**C
Pup loveeees it
Believe it or not. The photo is my dog bringing me the bag of food. XD He's a picky pup but absolutely loves this. It's a little pricey but I'd say it's worth it to have on the side. It doesn't necessarily have to be the main food, could be used for supplemental or even training treats. They're a great size to use as high value treats.
E**Z
My dogs love these
Great treats or a good addition to your dogs regular diet. I add them into their raw food kind of like you would add sprinkles to your ice cream. Good ingredients
E**Y
Oops, I thought it was cat food - but it looks like the same exact ingredients
I bought this thinking it was cat food, but the ingredients are exactly the same. I only feed it as treats for fearful/shy foster kittens, so I'm not concerned if it doesn't have the same amount of taurine as the cat food. It works great, and the kittens know the crinkle sound of the bag and come running for treats after a couple of weeks of conditioning them to the nom-noms in the bag. I have one cat that isn't interested in it, but otherwise, my other cat and endless foster kittens and cats really enjoy these nibs as tasty (and biologically appropriate) treats. Skip the Temptations.
H**Y
My woofer enjoys these as treats. Perfect size. We like the Vital Essentials brand for not putting a lot of extra unnecessary ingredients in their products.
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