Vital Essentials Freeze-Dried Raw Chicken Entree & Mixer Dog Food Crunchy Mini Nibs, 5.5-oz bag

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  • Raw
  • Grain-Free
  • Gluten Free
  • Natural
  • Limited Ingredient Diet
  • High-Protein
  • Immune Support
  • Skin & Coat Health
  • Allergy Relief
  • Appetite Stimulation
  • Dental & Breath Care
  • Digestive Health
  • All Lifestages
  • All Breeds

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  • This crunchy freeze-dried raw dog food is packed with extra protein from premium, butcher-cut chicken and offers complete and balanced nutrition for your pup.
  • Made in the USA using high-quality proteins sourced from local American farms.
  • Premium raw muscles and organs provide a natural source of vitamins and minerals to support energetic play, healthy skin, a shiny coat, strong teeth, and essential gut health.
  • Vital Essentials dog food and treats are crafted with farm-raised, humanely harvested proteins, going above industry standards to preserve their natural flavor and nutrients.
  • With whole animal protein and no fillers, dyes, flavorings, artificial preservatives, legumes, grains, or by-products, these crunchy nibs are great for picky eaters and pets with allergies.

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Feeding Instructions

Learn More About Vital Essentials From Our Team of Experts

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 or mixer for simple, complete 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 meals.

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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5 Customer Questions

How many cups in a 25 oz bag

Can you store it in the fridge after receiving it?

What is the dry matter phosphorus content?

Answer by Chewy • May 07, 2024
This recipe has a phosphorus content of 2.72% on a dry matter basis.

Does the food need to be rehydrated before served?

Answer by Chewy • Mar 09, 2024
Feed freeze-dried mini nibs as is for a complete and balanced meal or mix in with other food for a boost of protein and vital nutrients. Always provide access to clean, fresh water. Best if fed within 30 days after opening.
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86% Positive

Nutritional Value

85% Positive

Palatability

84% Positive

Rehydration

82% Positive

15 Customer Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Karen on Jan 17, 2026

Fantastic product

yes, expensive. But my always-sensitive senior dog will always eat this food. It has fewer calories than kibble, so i mix it in with kibble to reduce calorie intake

yes, expensive. But my always-sensitive senior dog will always eat this food. It has fewer calories than kibble, so i mix it in with kibble to reduce calorie intake on young dogs.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Gao on Dec 9, 2025

Something changed..

Ordered 2 large bags during the Black Friday sale. They aren’t crunchy and they’re coated in something powdery with a strong smell. Doubled checked and the bag does

Ordered 2 large bags during the Black Friday sale. They aren’t crunchy and they’re coated in something powdery with a strong smell. Doubled checked and the bag does say crunchy. Only 1 of 2 dogs will eat these.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Julie on Jan 4, 2026

Picky dog

My dog is very picky but he loves this and it’s soft enough for his teeth he is 13 and I have been searching for soft kibbles

My dog is very picky but he loves this and it’s soft enough for his teeth he is 13 and I have been searching for soft kibbles

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Erin on Oct 30, 2025

Picky Eater Paradise

My picky Shih-Tzu had refused to eat his current food that he used to love. I got him Vital Essentials to try in a last ditch effort to get him to eat. He gobbles

My picky Shih-Tzu had refused to eat his current food that he used to love. I got him Vital Essentials to try in a last ditch effort to get him to eat. He gobbles it up without any coaxing and begs for more! He loves it!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Donna on Nov 24, 2025

Fresh

Dusty being such a picky eater, he really does enjoy it, Mr. Fred eats just about anything he get his teeth on! But thanks for having this available for Dusty!

Dusty being such a picky eater, he really does enjoy it, Mr. Fred eats just about anything he get his teeth on! But thanks for having this available for Dusty!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Joy on Dec 13, 2025

Both dog and cats love it

I have two cats and a dog, they all love it. The small bites make it easy to give them treats without worrying about the calories.

I have two cats and a dog, they all love it. The small bites make it easy to give them treats without worrying about the calories.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Jacquelyn on Dec 23, 2025

It's real food and better taste.

Trevor enjoys eating his freeze dried food. He's seems healthier because of it too. I'm happy I changed from kibbles.

Trevor enjoys eating his freeze dried food. He's seems healthier because of it too. I'm happy I changed from kibbles.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Han on Nov 26, 2025

Pawl was obsessed

Our english bulldog goes crazy for these- we top his other dog food with a handful of these and he gets so excited for dinner time!

Our english bulldog goes crazy for these- we top his other dog food with a handful of these and he gets so excited for dinner time!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Peggy on Nov 6, 2025

The whole animal product

Milo loves this food so much.. I started buying the cat food as well, because they will not stay out of the dogfood...

Milo loves this food so much.. I started buying the cat food as well, because they will not stay out of the dogfood...

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By KathyOhio on Dec 26, 2025
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Healthy Food Addin

I use his as a mixer in their daily food and my dogs love this

I use his as a mixer in their daily food and my dogs love this