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Original Freeze-Dried Dog Treats
Verified Jul 18, 2026
These freeze-dried dog treats are very high in animal protein and fat, made almost entirely from chicken, turkey (including nutrient-rich giblets), and wild-caught flounder. They’re designed as a rich, flavorful reward rather than a balanced daily diet. At about 5 calories per treat, they work well for most dogs as long as you keep total treat calories within a healthy daily limit.
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This is a high-quality, meat-rich freeze-dried treat that uses poultry meat, organ meats, and fish as its core ingredients, providing excellent protein and palatability. It’s a nice option for training or occasional rewarding when used in moderation. Because it’s quite high in fat and based on chicken and turkey, it may not suit dogs with poultry sensitivities or those needing stricter fat control.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Made with 99% animal ingredients, including chicken, turkey, organs, and flounder, giving very high-quality protein.
- Freeze-dried processing helps preserve nutrients and flavor without needing heavy processing.
- Very limited ingredient list without added colors or flavorings, which can be helpful for simpler treat options.
- Each treat is about 5 calories, making it easier to factor into your dog’s daily calorie allowance.
Considerations
- Chicken and turkey are common allergens, so this treat is not a good fit for dogs with poultry allergies or sensitivities.
- The fat content is quite high, so it may not be ideal for dogs with pancreatitis history or those who need a low-fat diet.
- These treats are not complete and balanced, so they should only be a small part of the overall daily intake.
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.
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Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
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Turkey
Turkey is commonly used as a primary animal protein in dog and cat foods, offering highly digestible, high‑quality protein and supplying essential amino acids along with B vitamins, phosphorus and zinc to support muscle maintenance and metabolism. Its fat level varies by cut so products can be lean or richer; some pets may develop allergies to poultry, cooked bones are hazardous, raw meat carries bacterial risk, and owners should rely on balanced commercial formulations (and ensure adequate taurine for cats) if turkey is a main ingredient.
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Turkey Giblet
Turkey giblets (commonly hearts, livers, gizzards and sometimes neck) are used in pet foods as a flavorful animal protein source and palatability enhancer, supplying concentrated protein, B vitamins (notably B12), iron, zinc and other trace minerals. They are nutrient-dense for both dogs and cats but should be included in balanced amounts because liver is very high in vitamin A and can cause hypervitaminosis if overused, may trigger poultry allergies in sensitive animals, and must be properly processed to minimize bacterial contamination.
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Chicken Giblet
Chicken giblet is used in pet foods and treats as a protein-rich organ meat ingredient and palatability enhancer, supplying concentrated vitamins (notably vitamin A and B-complex), minerals such as iron and phosphorus, and high-quality animal protein. It can be a nutritious component for dogs and cats—especially when heart is included, which contributes taurine for cats—but should be part of a balanced formulation because organ meats are nutritionally variable, can be high in vitamin A or fat, and must be properly processed to avoid contamination.
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Flounder
Flounder is used in pet foods as a lean, high‑quality animal protein that provides essential amino acids, B vitamins (such as B12 and niacin), selenium and modest amounts of omega‑3 fatty acids to support skin, coat and overall health. It can be a suitable option for dogs and cats, but sourcing and processing matter because raw fish can carry parasites, some pets may have fish allergies, and manufacturers must ensure recipes are balanced to meet species‑specific needs (for example taurine for cats).
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Nutritional Breakdown
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Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
Brand
ORIJEN is Champion Petfoods' flagship super-premium brand, designed to mimic the evolutionary diets of dogs and cats. ORIJEN foods feature a high inclusion of fresh, whole meats and minimal processing. The brand positions itself in the super-premium segment, appealing to pet owners prioritizing ancestral feeding principles and transparency in ingredient sourcing.
Manufacturer
Champion Petfoods maintains full control over its manufacturing through its own award-winning kitchens — NorthStar in Alberta, Canada, and DogStar in Kentucky, USA. The company implements strict quality control, adheres to HACCP and FDA manufacturing standards, and monitors safety through both internal testing and third-party audits.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
No recall is listed for Orijen Original Freeze-Dried Dog Treats.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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