Vital Essentials Protein Mix-In Beef Recipe Mini Nibs Grain-Free Freeze-Dried Raw Dog Food Topper, 18-oz bag

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At a Glance

  • 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

$40.49 (-10%) Chewy Price
$44.99 List Price
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  • 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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Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
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Nutritional Value

91% Positive

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91% Positive

18 Customer Reviews

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

Premium dog food

This was highly recommended by my dog’s breeder, who had researched it extensively. My dog isn’t finicky, but she loved this and is healthier and happier now that

This was highly recommended by my dog’s breeder, who had researched it extensively. My dog isn’t finicky, but she loved this and is healthier and happier now that she’s been on it for a few weeks. I highly recommend it!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Ali on Aug 24, 2025

Great topper to get an old dog to eat

This gets my older dog going on dinner, she'll eat more with a topper. I think vital essentials is the best buy.

This gets my older dog going on dinner, she'll eat more with a topper. I think vital essentials is the best buy.

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

Healthy, yummy & crunchy treats

I use these as treats in puzzle feeders for my cats! Perfect size & crunch.

I use these as treats in puzzle feeders for my cats! Perfect size & crunch.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Donna on Sep 14, 2025

Easy-to-use

Prince loves it I put some on top of his food & he gobbles it all up.

Prince loves it I put some on top of his food & he gobbles it all up.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Donna on Feb 25, 2025

My picky dogs love it!

I was looking for a healthy alternative to regular kibble and gave this a try. They absolutely love it and it’s good for them. Yes, a little pricier, but with i

I was looking for a healthy alternative to regular kibble and gave this a try. They absolutely love it and it’s good for them. Yes, a little pricier, but with it

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Laura on May 6, 2025

My fur babies love it

I use this for my kitties automatic feeder for little meals during the day.

I use this for my kitties automatic feeder for little meals during the day.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By David on Mar 23, 2025

Diabetic control

Using as an augment to Rx food, and insulin regimine, this has significantly helped Sparky's blood glucose.

Using as an augment to Rx food, and insulin regimine, this has significantly helped Sparky's blood glucose.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Bob on Nov 2, 2025

Nothing to write

Ginny loved it

Ginny loved it

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By soobee on Oct 27, 2024

smaller pieces than used to be

I love these as training treats for my dog. she loves to search the yard when I sprinkle them around. they are small enough to hide in the grass. The last few

I love these as training treats for my dog. she loves to search the yard when I sprinkle them around. they are small enough to hide in the grass. The last few bags (since the product packaging change) have been way smaller and need to be brought back to a little larger size, like they used to be, for handling.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Cathy on Feb 8, 2025

My dog loves these!

Great size to top kibble for a special treat.

Great size to top kibble for a special treat.