Vital Essentials Freeze-Dried Raw Protein Mix-In Beef Recipe Ground Dog Food Topper, 6-oz bag

$13.85 (-18%) Chewy Price
$16.99 List Price

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Details

  • This freeze-dried raw meal topper is packed with extra protein from premium, butcher-cut beef for the peak nutrition your pup deserves.
  • Protein-rich muscle and organs deliver a natural source of vitamins and minerals for energetic play, healthy skin, a shiny coat, strong teeth, and essential gut health.
  • Vital Essentials meal toppers are made in the USA using farm-raised, humanely harvested protein.
  • With whole animal protein and no additives, fillers, dyes, flavorings, artificial preservatives, legumes, grains, or rendered by-products, these mix-ins are great for picky eaters and pets with allergies.
  • Frozen within 45 minutes of harvesting, Vital Essentials protein is freeze-dried raw to lock in peak nutrients, flavor, and freshness with minimal processing.

Ingredient Information

Feeding Instructions

Raw Feeding Made Simple

Feeding just 20% raw can boost your pet’s health, and Vital Essentials makes it easy. Made with whole-animal, butcher cut protein and no fillers or artificial additives. Feed as a meal complement for simple, raw nutrition.

Even 20% Makes A Difference

Every pet deserves the benefits of raw protein. Try adding raw meals weekly, mix raw in with kibble, or offer it as a treat. Even a small amount—just 20% of their daily intake—can make a big difference in their health.

- IN FREEZER WITHIN 45 MINUTES OF HARVEST . - MINIMALLY PROCESSED , - FREEZE-DRIED A FULL 48 HOURS , - PACKED WITH ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS

No Shortcuts. Only Butcher Cuts.

Vital Essentials butcher cut protein is made with carefully sourced, farm-raised meats. It’s ground once and freeze-dried a full 48 hours at their state-of-the-art USA facility to lock in the nutrients your pet deserves.

Today’s Special: Lifelong Vitality

Support your pet's health with Vital Essentials. Protein-rich diets promote strong muscles—ideal for active pets. Help boost immunity, musculature, and heart health with their range of butcher cut protein freeze-dried raw recipes.

About Vital Essentials

Vital Essentials creates healthy, delicious, and biologically appropriate food using real, ethically sourced meat and premium ingredients. Made right here in the USA, because your best friend deserves nothing less.

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Questions & Answers

8 Customer Questions


does this come with a scoop??

Answer by ChewyDec 22, 2019
A scoop is not included.

Does this contain natural taurine?

Answer by ChewyMay 16, 2021
This Food Topper does not contain synthetically added taurine. Taurine is found naturally within meat, with the level varying depending on the type of meat.

This one topper can be used for both cars and dogs?

Answer by ChewyJun 22, 2019
This grain free and gluten free freeze-dried beef meal topper is ideal for cats & dogs of all life stages.

How much Herring oil is in this?

Answer by ChewyAug 28, 2018
The amount of herring oil is proprietary to the recipe. it's at the very bottom of the ingredient list, meaning it is a lot less compared to other ingredients in the food.

4.4
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
225 Ratings

Customers Mention

Chewy identifies key considerations with the help of artificial intelligence and our veterinarians.

Digestibility

85% Positive

Ingredients

82% Positive

Nutritional Value

86% Positive

Palatability

85% Positive

151 Customer Reviews



Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Ashley on Nov 24, 2025

Dogs are happy!

The dogs are excited to eat when i pull this out! They will literally inhale the food. I will definitely be keeping this in our home.

The dogs are excited to eat when i pull this out! They will literally inhale the food. I will definitely be keeping this in our home.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Katalin on Nov 11, 2025

Perfect for the picky eater

I have a doodle baby who could not be pickier about food. This protein mix in was what I needed to have him eat his food.

I have a doodle baby who could not be pickier about food. This protein mix in was what I needed to have him eat his food.


Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Shaun on Dec 27, 2025

2 stars

I have three dogs and none of them were interested in this topper.

I have three dogs and none of them were interested in this topper.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Karen on Dec 22, 2025

Vital Essentials freeze died beef

HE WILL eat when we add this in, and he WILL completely finish!

HE WILL eat when we add this in, and he WILL completely finish!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Robyn on Oct 2, 2025

My pups love it!

I like that it is a powder consistency so my older dogs with some tooth extractions can still eat it and not choke.

I like that it is a powder consistency so my older dogs with some tooth extractions can still eat it and not choke.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Kristina on Oct 16, 2025

Dogs love it.

Adds a little extra protein and I’d imagine flavor to their food.

Adds a little extra protein and I’d imagine flavor to their food.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Jackie on Apr 26, 2025

LOVE

My pittie eats the same brand in the freeze dried patty form. He loves the patties, I add hot water to the Pattie and crunch it all up for him. He is obsessed with

My pittie eats the same brand in the freeze dried patty form. He loves the patties, I add hot water to the Pattie and crunch it all up for him. He is obsessed with them but they are pricey. Thought I’d give this a try to go with his kibble!! He devours it!! GAME CHANGER!! My boy is allergic to chicken so his food is limited. Maverick gives 4 paws up :-)


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Catherine on Jul 6, 2025

Great topper

I use these to add some extra beef flavor to my dogs dinner. I grate them in with a little water and they love it!

I use these to add some extra beef flavor to my dogs dinner. I grate them in with a little water and they love it!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Anna on Aug 31, 2025

Must have

Mr Pickles only eats his kibble with the “sprinkles” on top!!

Mr Pickles only eats his kibble with the “sprinkles” on top!!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Emily on May 11, 2025

Use to make frozen treats

I use this powder mixed with water to make frozen treats for my dogs. It's a nice low calorie/high protein additive that entices them to eat the treat!

I use this powder mixed with water to make frozen treats for my dogs. It's a nice low calorie/high protein additive that entices them to eat the treat!