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Vitality Chews Supplement
Bully Max

Vitality Chews Supplement

Verified Aug 30, 2026

Dog · Supplement All Life Stages All Breed Sizes

A soft chew supplement designed for dogs of all ages, these chews focus on immune, digestive, joint, and general health support. They include brewers yeast, colostrum, prebiotics, probiotics, turmeric, and added vitamins and minerals. This type of product is intended as a daily add-on to a complete dog food, not as a sole diet.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
7.5 out of 10

Solid Option

This is a multifunctional chew supplement meant to support overall wellness, including gut, immune, and joint health, for dogs of any age or size. It offers a mix of yeast, colostrum, prebiotic fiber, probiotics, and joint-support ingredients on top of a dog’s regular balanced diet. It may be useful for owners looking to add extra digestive or immune support in an easy-to-give chew form.

Actives and dosage disclosure 6.0
Ingredient composition 6.5
Health considerations 10.0

Computed from 3 of 3 applicable checks. Missing data is skipped, never counted against a food.

The KibbleLab Score (1–10) is assessed from publicly available product data. Our evaluation is science-based, not marketing-based.

Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber on a dry-matter basis, for the stated life stage and format
Adequacy substantiation Complete and balanced substantiation; feeding trials valued higher
Ingredient composition Screened for unnamed sources, artificial additives, and label protein inflation. Not a quality ranking.
Health considerations Pulse-heavy grain-free (DCM) pattern and recall history
Verified manufacturer evidence A small bonus when we can verify evidence addressing WSAVA selection criteria
9.0 - 10 Top Pick
8.0 - 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 - 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 - 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6.0 Review Carefully

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At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
Where these benefits come from Benefits the manufacturer highlights in its own product marketing. KibbleLab lists them for reference and does not verify these claims.
Heart Care Joint Care Bone Health Digestive Health Immune Support Skin Coat Health
Suitable For
All Life Stages All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Includes prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotic ingredients that may help support a healthy gut microbiome.
  • Contains glucosamine, chondroitin, and manganese, which are commonly used to support joint and mobility health.
  • Provides omega fatty acids and a multivitamin blend to help round out skin, coat, and general micronutrient support.
  • Formulated as a chew supplement, which can be easier to give daily than powders or capsules for many dogs.

Considerations

  • This is a supplement only and does not replace a complete and balanced dog food.
  • The flour blend includes wheat, which could be an issue for dogs with confirmed wheat allergies.
  • Natural bacon flavor and other flavorings may not be ideal for dogs with very sensitive stomachs or multiple food sensitivities.
  • Brewers dried yeast can be helpful for some dogs but may not suit dogs with yeast-related skin or ear issues.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Brewers Dried Yeast, Beta-Glucan, Colostrum, Inulin (prebiotic), L-Lysine HCl, Turmeric (Ground Rhizome), Bacillus Coagulans, Calcium Propionate, Cane Molasses, Flour Blend (potato, wheat, oat, rye), Glycerin, Lecithin, Natural Bacon Flavor, Palm Fruit Oil, Potato Starch, Sorbic Acid

Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.

Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.

Top 5 Ingredients Explained

01
Brewer's Yeast
Brewer's yeast (deactivated Saccharomyces cerevisiae) is commonly used in dog and cat foods as a flavor enhancer and supplemental source of protein, B‑complex vitamins, trace minerals and immunomodulating components such as beta‑glucans. It can support skin, coat and general nutritional status, but may cause gastrointestinal upset or allergic reactions in yeast‑sensitive pets, is not a live probiotic, and should be used cautiously in animals prone to purine‑related issues or those receiving antifungal medications.
02
Beta-Glucan
Beta-glucan is a soluble fiber and bioactive polysaccharide often added to pet foods or supplements (commonly sourced from yeast, oats, or barley) for its prebiotic and immune-modulating properties, which may support gut health and enhance innate immune responses in dogs and cats. It is generally considered safe at typical dietary levels but can cause gastrointestinal upset at high doses, efficacy and optimal dosing vary by source and formulation, and pet owners should consult a veterinarian for animals on immunosuppressive therapy or with specific sensitivities.
03
Colostrum
Colostrum is the antibody‑rich first milk from mammals used in pet foods and supplements to provide immune support and gut‑health benefits through concentrated proteins, immunoglobulins, growth factors and other bioactive compounds. It may aid neonatal passive immunity, intestinal barrier function and recovery during illness or stress in dogs and cats, but efficacy depends on source and processing, and it can cause digestive upset or allergic reactions in animals with dairy sensitivity and should not replace proper neonatal care or vaccinations.
04
Inulin
Inulin is a soluble prebiotic fiber commonly added to pet foods to promote beneficial gut bacteria, improve stool quality, and provide low‑calorie bulk for weight management. It can support digestive health and mineral absorption in dogs and cats but may cause gas, bloating or loose stool if used in excess or introduced too quickly, so amounts should be moderated for sensitive animals.
05
L-Lysine Hydrochloride
L‑Lysine hydrochloride is a highly bioavailable supplemental essential amino acid commonly added to pet foods to ensure adequate lysine for protein synthesis, growth, tissue repair and immune function in both dogs and cats. The HCl form is stable and easy to formulate, but supplementation should follow AAFCO or veterinary guidelines because excess lysine can create amino acid imbalances and routine therapeutic uses (for example against feline herpesvirus) have mixed, inconclusive evidence.


Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage All Life Stages
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Whole Pieces
Food type Supplement

AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.

Complete & balanced
Why this is not complete and balanced This product is not labeled complete and balanced. It is intended for intermittent or supplemental feeding.
No

Brand

Bully Max is a premium high-protein dog food and supplement brand known for its performance-focused formulations that support muscle gain, stamina, and healthy weight maintenance. The brand targets owners of high-energy, active, or working dogs, as well as Bully-type breeds seeking optimal condition.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Bully Max LLC
Founded 2008
Headquarters Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Pennsylvania
Manufacturing oversight

All Bully Max products are manufactured under FDA and AAFCO regulations, using GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) certified facilities within the United States. The company emphasizes third-party testing for quality, safety, and nutritional accuracy.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

No recall is listed for Bully Max Vitality Chews Supplement.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Bully Max ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Bully Max. We 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.

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Product data sourced from manufacturer websites, AAFCO statements, and FDA recall listings. Last verified dates reflect our most recent data check. We 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.