JustFresh Home-Cooked Chicken Wet Dog Food
Verified Jun 6, 2026
A gently cooked, wet chicken-based food formulated for adult dogs, using oats and brown rice as the main carbohydrate sources. It’s designed as a complete and balanced everyday diet, but can also work well as a topper for picky eaters. The moderate fat level and high moisture content make it a softer, easy-to-eat option for many adult dogs.
This is a high-moisture, gently cooked chicken recipe that provides complete and balanced nutrition for adult dogs using a mix of animal protein and cooked grains. Chicken and chicken liver offer good-quality protein and essential nutrients, while oats, brown rice, and vegetables supply carbohydrates and fiber. It’s a nice option for owners who like a home-cooked style food but want the reassurance of an AAFCO-formulated recipe.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Chicken and chicken liver provide animal-based protein and important nutrients like B-vitamins and iron.
- Uses cooked oats and brown rice as digestible carbohydrate sources rather than relying on pulses or potatoes as primary ingredients.
- Gently cooked, wet format with 76% moisture can help with hydration and is usually very palatable, especially for picky or older dogs.
- AAFCO complete and balanced for adult maintenance, giving reassurance that the nutrient profile is appropriate for adult dogs when fed as the main diet.
Considerations
- Contains chicken and chicken liver, which are common triggers for food allergies in some dogs; not ideal if your dog is known to be chicken-sensitive.
- Protein level is moderate rather than high, which is fine for most adult dogs but may be on the lower side for very active or working dogs who often do better with higher protein diets.
- Includes grains (oats and brown rice); while these are nutritious, owners specifically seeking grain-free diets would need a different option.
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.
02
Chicken Liver
Chicken liver is a nutrient-dense organ meat commonly used in pet foods and treats as a highly palatable protein source and flavor enhancer, providing concentrated vitamins (especially vitamin A and B-complex), iron, and copper that support energy metabolism, red blood cell formation, and skin/coat health in both dogs and cats. Because it is so rich, liver should be fed in moderation—excessive intake can cause vitamin A toxicity, and its high fat content and risk of bacterial contamination mean it should be properly sourced or cooked and limited for pets with pancreatitis or specific dietary restrictions.
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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.
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Brown Rice
Brown rice is a whole-grain carbohydrate and fiber ingredient commonly used in dog and cat foods to provide digestible energy, dietary fiber, and modest amounts of B‑vitamins and minerals; it typically offers more nutrients and fiber than white rice. It’s generally well tolerated and can help with sensitive stomachs, but because it is high in carbohydrates (not a primary protein source) and can contain trace inorganic arsenic depending on sourcing, it should be included in balanced formulations and monitored in overweight or diabetic pets.
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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.
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.What is calorie density
How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.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.
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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
JustFoodForDogs JustFresh Home-Cooked Chicken Wet Dog Food has no recalls since 2014.
Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily
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