Vital Essentials Freeze-Dried Raw Turkey 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
  • Made in USA
  • All Lifestages
  • All Breeds

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  • This crunchy freeze-dried dog food is packed with extra protein from premium, butcher-cut turkey 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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Questions & Answers

5 Customer Questions

Do you or can you add water to this to rehydrate it before feeding?

Answer by Chewy • Sep 28, 2023
The Mini Nibs should be served “as is” without adding water. As with any diet, please be sure to provide plenty of fresh, clean water for your pet at all times.

How many cups are in the 25oz bag?

Answer by Chewy • Apr 13, 2025
The 5.5oz contains approximately 3 cups, the 14oz contains approximately 7 cups, and the 25oz contains approximately 14 cups.

What is the calcium to phosphorus ratio?

Answer by Chewy • Apr 29, 2024
The calcium content in this formula is 1.66% and the Phosphorus content is 1.44%.

Is this food crispy or chewy?

Answer by Chewy • Apr 22, 2025
This recipe has a crunchy texture.
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4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
91 Ratings
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Ingredients

85% Positive

Nutritional Value

92% Positive

Palatability

83% Positive

Rehydration

87% Positive

22 Customer Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Hillary on Nov 23, 2025

Great option for small breeds!

My 10 year old Chihuahua is on a grain-free diet after discussions with my veterinarian and reading studies about dogs with obsessive tail-chasing behaviors showing

My 10 year old Chihuahua is on a grain-free diet after discussions with my veterinarian and reading studies about dogs with obsessive tail-chasing behaviors showing improvement once grain-free was introduced (my dog, Rupert, has a neurological disorder). We tried many different foods and this is by far his favorite! It's small enough for a small breed dog, it has high-quality ingredients, it has no smell, and has really firmed his stool up and I have seen an improvement in his behavior. It's definitely one of the more expensive options but it's been worth it for us!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Yatzum on Dec 25, 2025

Good for senior pets or pets with dental issues.

Good for senior pets or pets with dental issues, especially for dental problem or when they lose teeth, its soft. I seen improvement with my babies and their tummy,

Good for senior pets or pets with dental issues, especially for dental problem or when they lose teeth, its soft. I seen improvement with my babies and their tummy, they love this food and finish it less than 2 minutes

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Jeanne on Jan 18, 2026

My dogs LOVE

I mix this with plain Cheerios cereal and use as a treat.. I do the mix to help make it last longer .. they love it so much!

I mix this with plain Cheerios cereal and use as a treat.. I do the mix to help make it last longer .. they love it so much!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By R on Nov 18, 2025

Pup staple

We love this for focus work, a meal topper, a treat and or an “on the go” snack option for our pups! Long standing favorite with our Cattle / Red Heeler and our

We love this for focus work, a meal topper, a treat and or an “on the go” snack option for our pups! Long standing favorite with our Cattle / Red Heeler and our Catahoula pups! Beef and Turkey and rabbit all a hit with them and us! Clean and nutritious

Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Lisa on Jan 12, 2026

Nothing wrong with the food just the delivery

Both bags of food were completely smashed making it impossible to feed the recommended amounts (given in number of whole patties)

Both bags of food were completely smashed making it impossible to feed the recommended amounts (given in number of whole patties)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Susan on Dec 11, 2025

They love it

This was a hit with both dogs. They eat this more than anything I’ve bought in the past. Changed to a no chicken diet because of allergies and ear infections.

This was a hit with both dogs. They eat this more than anything I’ve bought in the past. Changed to a no chicken diet because of allergies and ear infections.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Barb on Jan 7, 2026

Quality

Although I felt this would be a great every day food source for Jackson, it is cost prohibitive.

Although I felt this would be a great every day food source for Jackson, it is cost prohibitive.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Penny on Nov 23, 2025

Dogs love this!

Our dogs have given this one 5 stars because it is crunchy but soft areas too. Our 3 year olds coat shows how this agrees with her. She is soft and shiny.

Our dogs have given this one 5 stars because it is crunchy but soft areas too. Our 3 year olds coat shows how this agrees with her. She is soft and shiny.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Carrell on Nov 17, 2025

Quality ingredients. Small poops!

Willie will eat anything so I had to choose for him what I feel is the BEST, safest, easy way to feed him what he needs for a quality life.

Willie will eat anything so I had to choose for him what I feel is the BEST, safest, easy way to feed him what he needs for a quality life.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Jennifer on Nov 4, 2025

Dogs Love But shipping not so much!!

Food is fantastic and the dogs love it!! Shipping on the other hand not so great!! More times than not we don’t receive pucks we get them all smooshed and brok

Food is fantastic and the dogs love it!! Shipping on the other hand not so great!! More times than not we don’t receive pucks we get them all smooshed and broken!