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Natural Turkey Chips Treat
Dr. Tim's

Natural Turkey Chips Treat

Verified Aug 22, 2026

Dog · Treat Cat · Treat All Breed Sizes

A high-protein, freeze-dried turkey heart treat suitable for both dogs and cats. It offers a single, clearly named animal ingredient, making it a simple option for pets who do well with turkey. The crunchy chips can be fed dry or rehydrated as a softer, more aromatic reward or meal topper.

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Over-the-counter No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
8.0 out of 10

Strong Choice

This is a very high-quality, single-ingredient freeze-dried treat made from USDA-inspected turkey hearts, providing concentrated animal protein and naturally occurring nutrients. It’s a nice choice for pets who tolerate turkey and for owners looking for a minimally processed, meat-based reward or topper for dogs or cats. As with any rich, organ-based treat, portions should stay modest, especially for pets with sensitive digestion or those watching their weight.

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

KibbleLab Review

Strengths

  • Single-ingredient formula (turkey hearts) offers clear ingredient transparency and can be helpful for pets that do well on turkey-based treats.
  • Very high protein and moderate fat levels for a meat treat, making it a protein-dense reward or food topper.
  • Freeze-dried processing helps preserve nutrients and flavor without added preservatives or additives.
  • Suitable for both dogs and cats, which is convenient for multi-pet households.

Considerations

  • Because this is an organ meat–based, high-protein treat, large amounts could cause digestive upset in some pets; it’s best kept as a small part of the overall diet.
  • Not appropriate for pets with turkey allergies or those that need strict fat restriction.
  • Intended only for intermittent or supplemental feeding, so it should not replace a complete and balanced main diet.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Turkey hearts

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
Turkey Heart
Turkey heart is an organ meat commonly used in pet foods as a high-quality protein and palatability ingredient that also provides essential amino acids (including taurine), B vitamins, iron, zinc and other trace minerals. It can be especially beneficial for cats because of its taurine content and for dogs as a nutrient-dense protein source, but should be included in balanced amounts (not as the sole diet component) and handled/processed properly to avoid pathogens or intolerance in sensitive pets.

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)
73.00%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
10.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
3.50%
Low High
Moisture (max)
10.00%
Low High
3813
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 Whole Pieces
Processing method Freeze Dried
Food type Treat

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 Turkey Chips 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

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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.