Vital Essentials Turkey Mini Patties Entree Freeze-Dried Raw Dog Food, 14-oz bag

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  • These freeze-dried raw dog food patties are packed with extra protein from premium, butcher-cut turkey and offer 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.
  • Made with a single, whole animal protein and no additives, fillers, dyes, flavorings, artificial preservatives, legumes, grains, or rendered by-products—great for picky eaters and dogs 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

6 Customer Questions


Can you prepare(add water) a day. before if refrigerated?

Answer by ChewyJun 17, 2020
Once the freeze dried food is hydrated, it should be left out for the pet no longer than 1-2 hours. Shorter time if it is warm, muggy or in direct sunlight. The hydrated food can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, so if your pet doesn't eat all of their meal, it can be refrigerated and then used later.

How much per day for a 15 lb dog? How long will this bag last?

Answer by ChewyJun 11, 2019
For dogs weighing 3-6 Pounds, it's recommended to give 1/2 patty daily, for dogs weighing 6-12 Pounds give 1 patty daily, for dogs 12-18 Pounds give 2 patties daily, for dogs 18-25 Pounds give 3 patties daily, and for dogs 25 Pounds and up give 4 patties daily.There are approximately 28 patties in each bag and this would make approximately 56 serving.

What is the approximate weight of each patty?

Answer by ChewyAug 19, 2020
Each freeze dried turkey patty weights approximately 0.5 - 0.6 ounces.

Can you warm this up in a microwave for a few seconds without losing nutritional value?

Answer by ChewyJun 17, 2020
It is recommended to not cook or heat this food in a microwave. To maintain the nutritional value, it’s important to keep the food raw and in its natural state.

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Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars
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Customers Mention

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

Ingredients

79% Positive

Nutritional Value

90% Positive

Palatability

60% Positive

Rehydration

49% Positive

43 Customer Reviews



Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Angela on Dec 31, 2025

Dog loves it but it didn’t come as nuggets

Saw other reviews saying same but ordered. It gets broken up in transport. Chewy refunded me noting my dog doesn’t like it but he does. Reason I asked for return

Saw other reviews saying same but ordered. It gets broken up in transport. Chewy refunded me noting my dog doesn’t like it but he does. Reason I asked for return is it is not in patties at all. I prefer patties to pack for on the road in little bags. This was is too messy for that.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Laura on Jan 11, 2026

Looking for simple healthy food for my dog who has allergies

I currently have 4 dogs. They all like it and I can even use for treats.

I currently have 4 dogs. They all like it and I can even use for treats.


Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Betty on Sep 16, 2025

Crushed

My last two orders did not come with patties intact. They were entirely crushed. It is impossible to measure how much I’m feeding my dog.

My last two orders did not come with patties intact. They were entirely crushed. It is impossible to measure how much I’m feeding my dog.


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Susan on Dec 13, 2024

Large Bone Fragments

Large Bone Fragments, not ground fine enough, are too big for my little 6.5 pound dog. I have to sift every single patty to a fine powder, to catch and remove all

Large Bone Fragments, not ground fine enough, are too big for my little 6.5 pound dog. I have to sift every single patty to a fine powder, to catch and remove all the bone fragments. They are huge. Some are so big they wouldn't fit through my little dog's intestines. Others were so sharp they would cut her up. She has had colitis for a week now, after eating this product for a few days. Previously she was on the exact same product in a different size with no bowel issues. The company does not answer its phone. You have to leave a voicemail and the voicemail gets no response. Email is sketchy, sometimes you get a reply and most times you don't. We have fed this company's food to our dogs for 10+ years. They were once a very good company. They are no longer. I don't recommend.


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Patricia on Jul 8, 2024

Hard, jagged bone chunks

I have three Chihuahuas’who I will no longer feed Vital Essentials to. Luckily after hydrating, I noticed all the bone pieces and picked out of their bowl. They

I have three Chihuahuas’who I will no longer feed Vital Essentials to. Luckily after hydrating, I noticed all the bone pieces and picked out of their bowl. They were hrs as rocks, jagged and needle sharp. My dogs’ could have choked or a good possibility of a tear in their intestines. How could this be sold?????


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Jennifer on Sep 15, 2024

Dogs love them

I use them as training treats! One of my dogs is allergic to every protein other than turkey. It’s hard to find just turkey!

I use them as training treats! One of my dogs is allergic to every protein other than turkey. It’s hard to find just turkey!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Erik on Mar 30, 2025

Great treat

They can’t get enough

They can’t get enough


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Ann on Sep 4, 2024

How much she loved it

Seemed more alert, playful. At 19 years old I definitely noticed a difference.

Seemed more alert, playful. At 19 years old I definitely noticed a difference.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Victoria on Nov 19, 2024

My dog loves it

My dog really likes this food.

My dog really likes this food.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Stephanie on Aug 17, 2024

My pups love this stuff. We use as a topper on their kibble

My pups love this stuff. We use as a topper on their kibble