Bowl Boosters Functional Freeze-Dried Topper
Verified Jun 16, 2026
This is a high-protein, freeze-dried chicken-based topper designed to be added to your dog’s regular complete diet for extra flavor and nutrients. It features organ meat, whole egg, oats, and a variety of fruits and vegetables, along with flaxseed and coconut as added fat sources. It’s intended to boost the protein, omega fatty acids, and micronutrients in your dog’s usual meals rather than replace their main food.
Nutritionally, this is a well-designed freeze-dried topper that adds quality animal protein and a nice variety of whole-food ingredients to a regular dog diet. Chicken hearts, whole eggs, and flaxseed provide highly digestible protein and beneficial fats, while the fruits and vegetables contribute extra fiber and natural antioxidants. It’s best used for dogs who are already on a complete and balanced food and would benefit from a flavorful, nutrient-dense boost, as it is not intended to be fed as a standalone diet.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Chicken hearts and whole eggs provide high-quality, nutrient-rich animal protein and organ meat rather than relying only on muscle meat.
- Includes a range of fruits and vegetables (apples, carrots, broccoli, cranberries, sweet potatoes, spinach) that can add natural antioxidants and fiber.
- Flaxseed and coconut contribute omega fatty acids and healthy fats, supported by guaranteed omega-3 and omega-6 levels for skin and coat support.
- Freeze-dried processing helps preserve nutrients and flavor compared with many more heavily processed options, making it an appealing, high-protein meal enhancer.
Considerations
- This is a complementary topper, not a complete and balanced diet, so it must always be fed alongside a full, balanced dog food.
- Chicken and egg are common allergens for some dogs; if your dog is sensitive to these proteins, this topper would not be appropriate.
- At 35% protein and 18% fat, it is calorie-dense compared with kibble, so portions should be kept small to avoid unintended weight gain when added to regular meals.
Full Ingredient List
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
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Chicken Heart
Chicken heart is a nutrient-dense organ meat commonly used in dog and cat foods and treats as a highly palatable animal protein source, providing taurine, B vitamins (notably B12), iron, zinc and coenzyme Q10. It supports lean muscle and, for cats, provides essential taurine, but should be included as part of a balanced formulation and properly sourced/processed to reduce bacterial risk, since excessive organ intake can unbalance nutrients or be a concern for pets with specific metabolic or urate-stone issues.
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Oat
Oats are commonly used in pet foods as a digestible carbohydrate and source of soluble fiber (beta‑glucans), plant protein, B vitamins and minerals, which can support healthy digestion and help moderate blood glucose and cholesterol. They are generally well tolerated by dogs and can be included sparingly for cats, but owners should avoid flavored or sweetened preparations (and ingredients like xylitol or raisins), be mindful of possible grain sensitivities or cross‑contamination with gluten, and prefer cooked oats for better digestibility and portion control due to caloric content.
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Whole Egg
Whole egg is a highly digestible, nutrient-dense ingredient commonly used in dog and cat foods as a complete protein and source of healthy fats, essential amino acids, fat‑soluble vitamins (A, D), B vitamins including B12 and choline, and other micronutrients. It enhances palatability and supports muscle, skin and coat health, but should be cooked to reduce salmonella risk and deactivate avidin in raw egg white (which can impair biotin absorption if fed frequently), and may be allergenic or calorie-dense for some pets.
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Flaxseed
Flaxseed is used in pet foods as a plant-based source of alpha‑linolenic acid (ALA) omega‑3, soluble and insoluble fiber, and modest protein, often added to support skin and coat condition, digestive health, and kibble texture; ground seed or flaxseed oil is more digestible than whole seed. Dogs can partially convert ALA to long‑chain EPA/DHA but cats convert ALA poorly and therefore still need marine sources for essential DHA/EPA; flax is calorie‑dense, prone to oxidation if not stabilized, and contains lignans (phytoestrogens) and trace cyanogenic compounds, so it should be processed and used in moderation.
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Coconut Flake
Coconut flake is used in pet foods and treats mainly for flavor, texture and as a source of dietary fiber and medium‑chain saturated fats (MCTs), contributing calories and small amounts of micronutrients like manganese. While MCTs can support coat condition and provide readily usable energy, coconut flakes are high in saturated fat and calories and should be used sparingly—avoid sweetened or xylitol‑containing products and exercise caution in pets prone to pancreatitis or obesity, and remember cats are obligate carnivores with limited nutritional need for plant‑based ingredients.
Nutritional Breakdown
How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter
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Product Specs
Brand
Wellness is WellPet’s flagship brand, offering a full range of natural pet foods including dry, canned, and toppers for dogs and cats. The brand focuses on complete, balanced nutrition using natural ingredients and is positioned within the holistic and premium segment of the market.
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Products are manufactured in company-owned and partner facilities in the United States under strict quality and safety programs, including adherence to FDA and AAFCO standards for pet food production. Wellness Pet Company maintains internal quality assurance teams and ingredient traceability protocols.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
Wellness Bowl Boosters Functional Freeze-Dried Topper has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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