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Freshpet Grain Free Small Breed Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food PureBites Chicken Freeze-Dried Dog Food

PureBites Chicken Freeze-Dried Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.7 to 8.1. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.

Freshpet Grain Free Small Breed Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food and PureBites Chicken Freeze-Dried Dog Food compared

Nutrients:
As Fed
Freshpet Grain Free Small Breed Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food
Freshpet Grain Free Small Breed Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food

Verified Jul 19, 2026

PureBites Chicken Freeze-Dried Dog Food
PureBites Chicken Freeze-Dried Dog Food

Verified Jul 20, 2026

KibbleLab score The KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science.
8.1 / 10 8.7 / 10
Guaranteed analysis (as fed)
Protein Guaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed.
20.00% Not listed
Fat 12.00% Not listed
Fiber 1.50% Not listed
Moisture Higher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above.
63.00% 5.00%
Calories 2162 kcal/kg 4467 kcal/kg
Calorie density Low High
Ingredients
Full ingredient list Every ingredient on each label, in order of weight.
chicken, chicken liver, pea protein, eggs, natural flavors, carrots, pea fiber, vinegar, salt, spinach, potassium chloride, beta-carotene, celery powder, choline chloride, vitamin e supplement, riboflavin, biotin, calcium pantothenate, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, vitamin b12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate Show full list
American Sourced human grade chicken, chicken liver, chicken heart, carrot, apple, flaxseed, inulin, dried kelp, potassium chloride, salt, mixed tocopherols (preservative), fish oil, zinc proteinate, iron proteinate, vitamin E supplement, copper proteinate, manganese proteinate, vitamin D3 supplement, rosemary extract. Show full list
Limited ingredient No Yes
Health focus High energy, Skin coat health, Digestive health, Eye health Allergy support, Diabetic support, Weight management
Format & suitability
Food type Dry Dry
Texture Soft Chew Whole Pieces
Processing Steam Cooked Freeze Dried
Life stage Adult All Life Stages
Breed size Small All Breed Sizes
AAFCO nutritional adequacy
Complete & balanced Whether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test.
Yes Yes
Life stages Adult Maintenance All Life Stages
Substantiation How adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile.
Formulation Formulation
Maker standards
WSAVA guidelines The 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 accredited The 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.
Yes No
Recalls & where to buy
Recalls on record KibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear.
None None
Where to buy
Amazon Petco
Amazon

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Shared ingredients

Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.

  • Chicken
  • Chicken Liver
  • Carrot
  • Salt

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Common Questions

Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?

PureBites Chicken Freeze-Dried Dog Food scores higher, 8.7 to 8.1 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.

Do these two foods share ingredients?

Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Chicken Liver, Carrot, Salt.

Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?

Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.

See the full profiles: Freshpet Grain Free Small Breed Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food and PureBites Chicken Freeze-Dried Dog Food .

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