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Natural Beef Liver Treat
Dr. Tim's

Natural Beef Liver Treat

Verified Aug 24, 2026

Dog · Treat Cat · Treat All Breed Sizes

This is a simple, single-ingredient freeze-dried beef liver treat for dogs and cats, made from USDA-inspected liver. It’s very high in protein and relatively low in fat, making it a rich, tasty reward or food topper rather than a complete diet. The freeze-drying process helps preserve nutrients while keeping the texture light and crunchy or easy to rehydrate.

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Over-the-counter AAFCO No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.0 out of 10

Strong Choice

Nutritionally, this is a high-quality, single-ingredient treat that works well for most healthy dogs and cats when used in moderation. The beef liver provides concentrated protein and micronutrients, and the lack of added ingredients is helpful for pets needing simpler treats. Because it is organ meat and not a complete diet, it should stay a small portion of the overall intake, especially for pets with any liver issues or those on restricted-protein plans.

Calorie and portion clarity 6.0
Ingredient composition 8.0
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

Suitable For
All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Single, clearly named ingredient (beef liver) provides high-quality animal protein with no fillers or additives.
  • High protein and relatively modest fat for a freeze-dried meat treat, which can suit many dogs and cats as a high-value reward.
  • Freeze-dried processing helps retain flavor and many nutrients while offering convenient storage and easy feeding or rehydration.
  • Useful for pets that need limited-ingredient treats, as there are no grains, dairy, or added flavors.

Considerations

  • This is a beef-based product, so it is not appropriate for pets with confirmed beef allergies or sensitivities.
  • Liver is very nutrient-dense; overfeeding liver treats can unbalance the overall diet, so they should remain a small percentage of daily calories.
  • Not complete and balanced, so it should not replace a regular, nutritionally complete dog or cat food.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Beef liver

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
Beef Liver
Beef liver is an organ meat commonly used in dog and cat foods and treats as a highly palatable, protein-rich, nutrient-dense ingredient that provides concentrated, bioavailable vitamins (especially vitamin A and B12), heme iron, copper, and essential amino acids. While it supports blood health and overall nutrition, beef liver should be fed in moderation because excess vitamin A can cause toxicity, its richness may upset sensitive stomachs or contribute to pancreatitis in predisposed pets, and proper sourcing/processing is important to minimize contaminant or bacterial risks.

Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
56.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
6.50%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
2.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
10.00%
Low High
3385
kcal / Kg
Moderate
Calorie density category
What is calorie density How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.

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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Freeze Dried
Processing method Freeze Dried
Food type Treat

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

Dr. Tim’s is a premium pet food brand designed for active, athletic, and performance animals, with a focus on high-protein, high-fat formulas for optimal endurance and health. Products are formulated by veterinarians using advanced nutritional science, with options for dogs and cats that include dry kibble and treats. The brand appeals to pet owners seeking science-based formulas without marketing gimmicks.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Dr. Tim's Pet Food Company
Founded 2004
Headquarters Marquette, Michigan, USA
Website drtims.com
Manufacturing type Co Packer
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Wisconsin
Manufacturing oversight

Manufactured in the USA under USDA and AAFCO regulations. Dr. Tim’s works with trusted co-packing facilities that adhere to strict quality and safety standards, including hazard analysis and critical control point (HACCP) protocols and routine nutritional testing to ensure product consistency.

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 Dr. Tim's Natural Beef Liver Treat.

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 Dr. Tim's ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for Dr. Tim's. 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.