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Beef Lung Protein Bites Dog Treats
K9 Natural

Beef Lung Protein Bites Dog Treats

Verified Aug 17, 2026

Dog · Treat All Breed Sizes

These air-dried dog treats are made from single-ingredient beef lung, providing a very high-protein, low-fat option for rewarding your dog. With a jerky-like texture and minimal processing, they work well as a high-value treat alongside your dog’s regular complete diet.

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Over-the-counter Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
9.0 out of 10

Top Pick

This is a simple, high-protein, single-ingredient treat that can suit many dogs, especially those who do well with beef and need a leaner reward option. The use of beef lung provides organ-based nutrients and a lot of protein without much fat, which can be helpful for dogs that are active but don’t need extra calories from fat. It’s best used in moderation as a supplement to a balanced diet, not as a main food source.

Ingredient composition 8.0
Health considerations 10.0

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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
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High Energy
Suitable For
All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Single-ingredient formula (beef lung) is straightforward and can be useful for dogs needing limited-ingredient treats or for owners who like to know exactly what they’re feeding.
  • Very high protein and relatively low fat for a treat, which can be helpful for maintaining lean body condition when used appropriately.
  • Air-dried whole pieces provide a more minimally processed texture compared with many extruded treats.

Considerations

  • Contains beef, which is a common food allergen for some dogs; not a good choice if your dog has a known beef sensitivity.
  • Very high protein treats can add up quickly in calories if used excessively, so portions should be controlled and balanced against your dog’s regular meals.
  • This is not a complete and balanced food, so it should only be fed as an occasional reward alongside a nutritionally complete diet.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Beef Lung.

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 Lung
Beef lung is an organ meat commonly used in pet foods and treats as a highly palatable, protein-rich ingredient that is relatively lean and easy to digest. It supplies B vitamins, iron and trace minerals but is not a complete diet on its own, so it should come from reputable sources and be properly processed to reduce pathogen risk and monitored for individual food sensitivities.

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)
7.00%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
15.00%
Low High

Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Whole Pieces
Processing method Air Dried
Food type Treat

Brand

K9 Natural is the company’s flagship brand, producing freeze-dried and canned dog foods made from grass-fed beef, cage-free chicken, and sustainably sourced fish from New Zealand. The brand promotes raw-inspired diets using minimally processed, natural ingredients.

Price tier $$$$$

Manufacturer

Company name K9 Natural Foods Limited
Parent company KKR (Natural Pet Food Group)
Founded 2006
Headquarters Christchurch, New Zealand
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country New Zealand
Manufacturing region Canterbury
Manufacturing oversight

K9 Natural maintains strict quality control in its New Zealand manufacturing facilities, following export-standard food safety systems including MPI (Ministry for Primary Industries) oversight. The company operates under human-grade processing standards and adheres to HACCP guidelines to ensure the safety and quality of its freeze-dried and wet pet foods.

Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited business seal
Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited

PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. K9 Natural Foods Limited is a PSC Accredited business. View profile

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 K9 Natural Beef Lung Protein Bites Dog Treats.

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

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Has K9 Natural ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for K9 Natural. 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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