Vital Essentials Freeze-Dried Raw Beef & Chicken Entree & Mixer Cat Food Crunchy Nibs, 8-oz bag

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

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  • This crunchy freeze-dried cat food is packed with extra protein from premium, butcher-cut beef and chicken and offers complete and balanced nutrition for your feline.
  • 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 cat 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.

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 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.

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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1 Customer Questions

About how many cups are in a 12-oz bag?

Answer by Sara • Oct 19, 2024
About 9 cups.
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27 Customer Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Dianne on Sep 4, 2025

Soft & Shiny

I get compliments (even from our vet) on how soft & shiny my cat’s (Indy) coat is, and the fact that she doesn’t shed very much. She only gets Freeze Dried Raw

I get compliments (even from our vet) on how soft & shiny my cat’s (Indy) coat is, and the fact that she doesn’t shed very much. She only gets Freeze Dried Raw cat food (Vital Essentials brand) I use a flea & tick Natural Defense product (soft chew) by GCP as her daily treat, (dosage by cats weight)

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Diana on Jan 12, 2026

Yummy!

all of my kitties are a fan :) a staple in this household

all of my kitties are a fan :) a staple in this household

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Gail on Oct 22, 2025

One of the very few cat foods Maddie will eat.

Maddie changes her mind about what she will and won't eat constantly. This is one of the ones she has consistently eaten.

Maddie changes her mind about what she will and won't eat constantly. This is one of the ones she has consistently eaten.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By BRENDA on Oct 23, 2025

My cats love them

I was unsure if they would like it. I keep trying different brands and they turn up their noses. They love this.

I was unsure if they would like it. I keep trying different brands and they turn up their noses. They love this.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Ashley on Nov 27, 2025

Great ingredients

Neither of my cats will touch it unfortunately

Neither of my cats will touch it unfortunately

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Andrew on Aug 10, 2025

Great to mix.

Mix it in with their wet food so it allows me to use less of the wet food so that it lasts longer. They love the taste.

Mix it in with their wet food so it allows me to use less of the wet food so that it lasts longer. They love the taste.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Catherine on Sep 18, 2025

THEY LIKED IT B/C IT'S NEW ....

....BUT I DON'T THINK THEY LIKED IT ENOUGH TO EAT EVERYDAY???

....BUT I DON'T THINK THEY LIKED IT ENOUGH TO EAT EVERYDAY???

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Janice on Jun 2, 2025

Great dog food...

My finicky shi tzu baby, 11yrs old, loves this with her salmon. Hard to find anything she'll eat. A little pricey, but looks great from pouch.

My finicky shi tzu baby, 11yrs old, loves this with her salmon. Hard to find anything she'll eat. A little pricey, but looks great from pouch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Rochelle on Apr 6, 2025

HEALTHY NIBLETS FOR MY CATS

My cats absolutely love Vital Essentials mini nibs. I sprinkle them on their canned food for some additional nutrition, and they gobble them down. I also use them

My cats absolutely love Vital Essentials mini nibs. I sprinkle them on their canned food for some additional nutrition, and they gobble them down. I also use them for treats, which are always a huge hit.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Lisa on Feb 18, 2025

Freshness

My cats love the freeze dried raw food and the quality is so high. I feel good knowing I'm giving them something so pure

My cats love the freeze dried raw food and the quality is so high. I feel good knowing I'm giving them something so pure