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Beef Mini Treats
PureBites

Beef Mini Treats

Verified Aug 17, 2026

Dog · Treat Puppy Small

A high-protein, single-ingredient freeze-dried beef liver treat designed for puppies and small dogs. Made from 100% beef liver, it offers a very simple ingredient profile that can work well for training, food toppers, or dogs with sensitive digestion who do well with beef. The small pieces and low moisture make it a concentrated, tasty reward rather than a balanced diet on its own.

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Over-the-counter No recalls

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KibbleLab Score
9.3 out of 10

Top Pick

This is a very high-quality, single-ingredient treat with excellent protein content, suitable for most puppies and small adult dogs who tolerate beef. The use of pure freeze-dried beef liver means you’re giving a highly palatable, nutrient-dense organ meat without extra additives. It’s best used in moderation as a training reward or topper alongside a complete and balanced main diet.

Calorie and portion clarity 10.0
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

Marketed Benefits
Where these benefits come from Benefits the manufacturer highlights in its own product marketing. KibbleLab lists them for reference and does not verify these claims.
Allergy Support Diabetic Support Weight Management Sensitive Stomach
Diet & Compliance
Limited Ingredient
Suitable For
Puppy Small
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Single ingredient (100% beef liver) makes it easy to understand and can be a good option for dogs needing simple, limited-ingredient treats.
  • Very high protein (minimum 64%) with low moisture, providing a nutrient-dense reward in small pieces ideal for training.
  • Freeze-dried processing helps preserve nutrients and flavor without added preservatives or fillers.
  • Only about 1 calorie per treat, which is helpful for training or dogs that need to watch their weight when used appropriately.

Considerations

  • This is a treat, not a complete and balanced food, so it should not replace your dog’s regular diet and should be fed in moderation.
  • Beef is a common protein allergen for some dogs; if your dog has reacted to beef before, this product would not be appropriate.
  • Liver is very nutrient-dense (including vitamin A and copper), so very large amounts over time are not advisable—especially for small dogs and puppies, keep total liver treats to a modest portion of daily calories.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

American Sourced Human Grade 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
Protein (min)
64.00%
Low High
Fat (min)
5.00%
Low High
Fiber (max)
1.00%
Low High
Moisture (max)
5.00%
Low High
3613
kcal / Kg
1
kcal / Treat
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

Lifestage Puppy
Breed size Small
Texture Whole Pieces
Processing method Freeze Dried
Food type Treat

Brand

PureBites is a pet treat and food brand specializing in high-quality, single-ingredient treats and freeze-dried raw foods for dogs and cats. The brand targets health-conscious pet owners seeking minimally processed, natural protein sources. Its products are marketed as pure and simple, focusing on nutritional transparency and limited ingredients.

Price tier $$$$

Manufacturer

Company name Pure Treats Inc.
Founded 2005
Headquarters Vaudreuil-Dorion, Quebec, Canada
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States; Canada
Manufacturing region Texas; Quebec
Manufacturing oversight

Pure Treats Inc. oversees manufacturing operations in North America with strict adherence to food safety and quality assurance programs, including sourcing from USDA-inspected facilities and maintaining traceability of raw materials. Products are made under standards that meet or exceed applicable Canadian and U.S. pet food regulations.

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 PureBites Beef Mini Treats.

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

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Has PureBites ever been recalled?

We have no recalls on record for PureBites. 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.