Beef & Russet Potato Frozen Wet Dog Food
Verified Aug 26, 2026
This is a frozen, ground wet food for adult dogs that uses beef and beef liver as its main animal protein sources, with russet and sweet potatoes as the primary carbohydrates. It’s a higher-calorie, grain-free recipe designed with active or underweight adult dogs in mind. The formula is complete and balanced based on AAFCO feeding trials, so it can be fed as a sole diet for maintenance.
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This is a complete and balanced frozen wet food for adult dogs that relies on beef, beef liver, and potatoes in a relatively energy-dense formula. It’s been validated in AAFCO feeding trials, which is one of the strongest assurances we have that the nutrients are well absorbed and adequate for adult maintenance. It may be a good fit for active or lean adult dogs who need more calories from a moist, palatable diet.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Beef and beef liver provide animal-based protein and important nutrients like iron and B vitamins.
- The recipe is complete and balanced for adult maintenance and has been verified through AAFCO feeding trials.
- Calorie density is relatively high, which can help support active or underweight adult dogs.
- Added marine microalgae oil supplies EPA and DHA, which support skin, coat, and overall health.
Considerations
- This is a grain-free recipe that uses peas; for dogs prone to heart issues, I’d discuss grain-free, legume-containing diets with your vet.
- Beef is a common food allergen for some dogs, so it’s not ideal if your dog has known beef sensitivities.
- The higher calorie density means portion control is important for dogs who tend to gain weight easily.
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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Ground Beef
Ground beef is commonly used in pet foods as a palatable animal protein and energy source, providing high-quality protein, essential amino acids, fat, and micronutrients such as B vitamins, iron and zinc for both dogs and cats. Its fat content can vary widely and very fatty varieties may contribute excess calories or increase pancreatitis risk, and ground beef alone does not provide a complete and balanced diet (raw or seasoned preparations can also carry bacterial or toxic hazards), so it should be used as part of a formulated diet or under veterinary guidance.
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Russet Potato
Russet potato is used mainly as a digestible carbohydrate and texturizer in pet foods—often included in cooked, dehydrated, or flaked form—to provide energy, dietary fiber, potassium, and some B vitamins with low fat content. While generally well tolerated by dogs and cats, potatoes must be cooked (raw tubers and green sprouts contain toxic solanine), are relatively high in starch and calories so may be unsuitable for weight‑management or diabetic pets, and rare sensitivities or nightshade allergies should be considered.
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Sweet Potato
Sweet potato is used in pet foods as a digestible carbohydrate and source of soluble fiber, vitamins (notably beta‑carotene), minerals and antioxidants, often helping with stool quality and serving as a binder or energy ingredient. It is generally well tolerated by dogs and can support gut health, but because cats poorly convert beta‑carotene to vitamin A and require preformed vitamin A from animal sources, sweet potato is not a substitute for meat-based nutrients; its relatively high carbohydrate content also means portion control is advised for overweight or diabetic pets and it should be cooked for best digestibility.
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Green Bean
Green beans are a low-calorie vegetable commonly used in pet foods and treats as a source of soluble and insoluble fiber, moisture, and modest amounts of vitamins and minerals (such as vitamins A and K, folate, and potassium), helping support digestive health and weight management. They are not a primary protein source and provide limited nutrition for obligate carnivores like cats, so feed in moderation and use plain, cooked or fresh beans without added salt, seasonings, or sauces to avoid gastrointestinal upset or excess sodium.
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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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Nutritional Breakdown
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Product Details & Brand
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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
JustFoodForDogs is a premium pet food brand offering freshly prepared, human-grade meals for dogs. The brand emphasizes transparency, nutrition backed by veterinary science, and meals cooked in open kitchens. It caters to discerning pet owners seeking balanced, minimally processed nutrition formulated by veterinary professionals.
Manufacturer
JustFoodForDogs operates open-to-the-public kitchens and facilities where all meals are prepared in accordance with USDA standards for human food. The company adheres to rigorous quality control, using independent laboratory testing for nutrient analysis and safety. Their veterinary team formulates diets based on AAFCO nutrient guidelines and conducts feeding trials.
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 JustFoodForDogs Beef & Russet Potato Frozen Wet Dog Food.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
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