Nulo Freeze-Dried Raw Beef & Apples Dog Food Stella & Chewy's Itty Bitty Beef Lil' Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food
Stella & Chewy's Itty Bitty Beef Lil' Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 9.0 to 8.6. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Nulo Freeze-Dried Raw Beef & Apples Dog Food and Stella & Chewy's Itty Bitty Beef Lil' Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Sep 13, 2026 |
Verified Sep 24, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.6 / 10 | 9.0 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
30.00% | 37.00% |
| Fat | 35.00% | 37.00% |
| Fiber | 4.00% | 5.00% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
5.00% | 5.00% |
| Calories | 5279 kcal/kg | 5030 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | High | High |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Liver, Beef Kidney, Ground Beef Bone, Dried Egg, Apples, Apple Cider Vinegar, Broccoli, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Kale, Spinach, Parsley, Blueberries, Salmon Oil, Sunflower Oil, Ground Flaxseed, Inulin, Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Mixed Tocopherols (as preservative), Potassium Chloride, Salt, Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Dried Kelp, Potassium Chloride, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Vitamin E Supplement, Sodium Selenite, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Iodate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid Show full list Show less |
Beef, Beef Kidney, Beef Liver, Beef Heart, Beef Tripe, Beef Bone, 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, Salmon Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols) Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Probiotic support, Digestive health | Probiotic support, Skin coat health, Allergy support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Freeze Dried | Whole Pieces |
| Processing | Freeze Dried | Freeze Dried |
| Life stage | Puppy, Adult, Senior | Adult |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | Small |
| 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 | 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.
- Beef
- Beef Heart
- Beef Liver
- Beef Kidney
- Beef Bone
- Broccoli
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Stella & Chewy's Itty Bitty Beef Lil' Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food scores higher, 9.0 to 8.6 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Beef, Beef Heart, Beef Liver, Beef Kidney, Beef Bone, Broccoli.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Nulo Freeze-Dried Raw Beef & Apples Dog Food is labeled complete and balanced; Stella & Chewy's Itty Bitty Beef Lil' Bites Freeze-Dried Dog Food does not list an AAFCO status.
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