Acana Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe Morsels Dog Food Stella & Chewy's Chicken Little Lil' Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food
Stella & Chewy's Chicken Little Lil' Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.7 to 8.3. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Acana Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe Morsels Dog Food and Stella & Chewy's Chicken Little Lil' Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food compared
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Verified Jul 17, 2026 |
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KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.3 / 10 | 8.7 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
42.00% | 48.00% |
| Fat | 28.00% | 29.00% |
| Fiber | 5.00% | 5.00% |
| Omega-3 | 0.70% | Not listed |
| Omega-6 | 6.00% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
5.00% | 5.00% |
| Calories | 4200 kcal/kg | 4572 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | High | High |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken with ground bone, chicken liver, whole herring, pumpkin, natural chicken flavor, chicken heart, chicken bone broth, organic butternut squash, organic carrots, organic pears, calcium carbonate, dried chicory root, turmeric, dried kelp, salt, mixed tocopherols (preservative), vitamins (vitamin E supplement, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement), minerals (zinc proteinate, copper proteinate), citric acid (preservative), rosemary extract Show full list Show less |
Chicken with Ground Bone, Chicken Liver, Chicken Gizzard, Pumpkin Seed, Organic Cranberries, Organic Spinach, Organic Broccoli, Organic Beets, Organic Carrots, Organic Squash, Organic Blueberries, Turmeric, Chia Seed, Fenugreek Seed, Potassium Chloride, Dried Kelp, Sodium Phosphate, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Choline Chloride, Dried Pediococcus Acidilactici fermentation product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus fermentation product, Dried Bifidobacterium Longum fermentation product, Dried Bacillus Coagulans fermentation product, Salt, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Taurine, Calcium Carbonate, Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Niacin Supplement, D-calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | High energy | Skin coat health, Probiotic support, Digestive health, Allergy support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Whole Pieces | Freeze Dried |
| Processing | Freeze Dried | Freeze Dried |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | Adult |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | All Breed Sizes |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Yes | Not indicated |
| Life stages | All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) | Not listed |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | Not listed |
| Maker standards | ||
WSAVA guidelinesThe World Small Animal Veterinary Association publishes criteria for evaluating a manufacturer: qualified nutritionists on staff, feeding trials, and published research. It does not certify or endorse brands. |
No | No |
PSC accreditedThe Pet Sustainability Coalition is a nonprofit that accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact through third-party verification. It reflects sustainability practices, not food quality. |
No | No |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordWe track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Chicken
- Chicken Liver
- Carrot
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Stella & Chewy's Chicken Little Lil' Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food scores higher, 8.7 to 8.3 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Liver, Carrot.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Acana Freeze-Dried Chicken Recipe Morsels Dog Food is labeled complete and balanced; Stella & Chewy's Chicken Little Lil' Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food does not list an AAFCO status.
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