Fresh From The Kitchen Home Cooked Chicken Wet Dog Food
Verified Jun 15, 2026
This is a gently steam-cooked, shredded wet food for adult dogs, featuring chicken and eggs as the main animal protein sources. It includes carrots, spinach, cranberries, and ground oats for added fiber and nutrients, along with fish oil for beneficial fats. The recipe is formulated to be complete and balanced for adult maintenance and may suit dogs who do well on a moist, less-processed style diet.
A high-quality, refrigerated wet food for adult dogs that uses chicken and eggs as primary proteins and incorporates recognizable fruits, vegetables, and oats. The protein and fat levels are appropriate for an adult maintenance diet, and the AAFCO statement confirms it’s complete and balanced when fed as the main food. It’s a good option for dogs who prefer fresh-style, moist foods, as long as they tolerate chicken and egg well.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Chicken and eggs provide good-quality, highly digestible animal protein for adult dogs.
- Includes carrots, spinach, cranberries, and ground oats, which contribute fiber and natural sources of vitamins and antioxidants.
- Contains fish oil, which is a useful source of omega-3 fatty acids for skin, coat, and overall wellness.
- Formulated to meet AAFCO nutrient profiles for adult maintenance, so it can be fed as a complete diet rather than just a topper.
Considerations
- Contains chicken and eggs, which are common protein allergens for some dogs, so it’s not ideal for pets with known sensitivities to these ingredients.
- This is an adult maintenance formula and is not designed for puppies or pregnant/lactating dogs.
- As a fresh, high-moisture food, it requires refrigeration and has a relatively short use window once opened, which may not suit all households.
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.
Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.
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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Egg
Eggs are used in pet foods as a highly digestible, complete animal protein and nutrient source—providing essential amino acids, bioavailable vitamins (A, D, E, B-complex including B12), minerals like selenium and iron, choline and healthy fats—while also improving palatability and texture. They support muscle maintenance, skin/coat and cognitive health in dogs and cats, but raw eggs can carry bacterial risk and contain avidin in whites that may reduce biotin with long-term feeding; some pets may also have egg allergies or require portion control for calorie management.
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Cranberry
Cranberries are used in pet foods and supplements as a source of fiber and antioxidants (notably polyphenols/proanthocyanidins) and are commonly included for their potential urinary tract–supporting properties in dogs and cats. While these compounds may help inhibit bacterial adhesion in the urinary tract, scientific evidence in pets is limited, and owners should choose unsweetened, preservative-free preparations (avoiding products sweetened with xylitol), watch for gastrointestinal upset or effects on urine pH, and consult a veterinarian for pets with urinary stones or taking certain medications.
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Carrot
Carrot is used in pet foods as a vegetable ingredient providing fiber, moisture, texture and antioxidant nutrients such as beta‑carotene (a provitamin A), vitamin K, vitamin C and potassium, contributing to palatability and digestive bulk. Cooked carrots are more digestible and release more beta‑carotene, but cats cannot efficiently convert beta‑carotene to active vitamin A so carrots are more nutritionally useful for dogs than as a primary vitamin A source for cats; they should be fed in moderation due to natural sugars and should be offered in appropriately sized pieces to avoid choking.
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Oat
Oats are commonly used in pet foods as a digestible carbohydrate and source of soluble fiber (beta‑glucans), plant protein, B vitamins and minerals, which can support healthy digestion and help moderate blood glucose and cholesterol. They are generally well tolerated by dogs and can be included sparingly for cats, but owners should avoid flavored or sweetened preparations (and ingredients like xylitol or raisins), be mindful of possible grain sensitivities or cross‑contamination with gluten, and prefer cooked oats for better digestibility and portion control due to caloric content.
Nutritional Breakdown
How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter
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AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional
adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.Brand
Freshpet is a pet food brand that produces fresh, refrigerated meals for dogs and cats. Positioned as a premium alternative to traditional kibble and canned food, Freshpet products are made from fresh meats and vegetables, gently cooked and refrigerated to preserve nutrients.
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Freshpet operates its own kitchens with in-house manufacturing, quality testing, and temperature-controlled processes that comply with USDA and FDA pet food safety standards. They employ rigorous sanitation and inspection systems throughout production.
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
Freshpet Fresh From The Kitchen Home Cooked Chicken Wet Dog Food has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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Has Freshpet ever been recalled?
We have no recalls on record for Freshpet. We monitor the FDA Pet Food Recall Database daily.
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