Vital Essentials
Beef Entree Mini Patties
Rating
Is Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties freeze-dried dog food good?
Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties is a freeze-dried dog food rated 5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. The recipe lists most animal ingredients by name and features real muscle meat as a primary protein source. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Poultry, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Red meat, Fish.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Uses clearly named animal protein sources for better transparency.
- Contains organ meats that provide natural vitamins and minerals.
- Uses mainly organic mineral sources, which are typically better absorbed.
Nutrition Breakdown
- Protein 44%
- Fat 35%
- Est. Carbs 5%
- Fiber 9%
- Ash 8%
Moisture (8%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
- Protein 40%
- Fat 32%
- Est. Carbs 5%
- Fiber 8%
- Moisture 8%
- Ash 7%
Ash value not listed on label; 7% used as a standard estimate.
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Super High (44% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This can fit very active, working, or growing dogs, but dogs with kidney disease or other medical conditions need vet-guided diet targets.
- Fat is Super High (35% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This is very energy-dense and may fit some working or underweight dogs, while dogs with pancreatitis history need veterinary guidance.
Ingredients Analysis
14 of 14 matched
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1 Beef
Animal ProteinDescription
Excellent source of protein, vitamin B12, zinc, iron. However, red meat contains a higher level of cholesterol which is related to several health issues like heart disease.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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2 Beef Liver
Animal ProteinDescription
One of the best-concentrated sources of vitamin A compared to any other food. It also includes a high amount of folate and vitamin B12. The liver only fillers toxins out and it does not store them, which most people misunderstand.
Why Prefer?
Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.
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3 Beef Heart
Animal ProteinDescription
High in protein with unique nutrients, contains iron, phosphorus, selenium and zinc.
Why Prefer?
Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.
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4 Beef Lung
Animal ProteinDescription
High in protein, contains several minerals including calcium, iron, potassium, and selenium.
Why Prefer?
Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.
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5 Beef Kidney
Animal ProteinDescription
High in protein, an excellent source of iron, selenium, and vitamin A.
Why Prefer?
Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.
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6 Beef Fat
FatDescription
The layer of fatty acid at the top similar to the one you see while cooking a beef soup. It is one of the quality animal-based fat sources with higher omega 6s.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal fat with high digestibility and biological value.
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7 Beef Tripe
Animal ProteinDescription
The stomach lining of beef, high in protein, contains selenium, zinc, calcium, and phosphorus.
Why Prefer?
Organ meats are highly nutritious, with quality protein and many important vitamins / minerals.
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8 Herring Oil
FatDescription
The fish oil extracted from herring. It is an excellent source of omega 3s, DHA, and EPA, which help reduce inflammation in the body.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal fat with high digestibility and biological value.
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9 Mixed Tocopherols
Food AdditiveDescription
A mixture of different types of vitamin E, usually found in plant oils, seed and green vegetables. They are powerful antioxidants used as a natural preservative to slow down the spoilage of food.
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10 Vitamin E Supplement
SupplementDescription
Supplement for vitamin E, which is an important antioxidant that protects oxidative damages on cellular membranes by free radicals. A deficiency will result in symptoms like anorexia, depression, and dermatitis.
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11 Zinc Amino Acid Complex
SupplementDescription
An organic form of zinc, which is vital in skin function and wound healing, cell replication, the structure and function of biological membranes. Compare to inorganic form, it has 5 - 15% more absorption rate to the body.
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12 Iron Amino Acid Complex
SupplementDescription
An organic form of iron. It is essential for the transport and movement of oxygen around the body. Compare to inorganic form, it has 5 - 15% more absorption rate to the body.
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13 Copper Amino Acid Complex
SupplementDescription
An organic form of copper, which is important for the production of blood cells, hair coat color pigmentation, and maintaining the nervous system. Compare to inorganic form, it has 5 - 15% more absorption rate to the body.
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14 Manganese Amino Acid Complex
SupplementDescription
An organic form of manganese that has 5 - 15% higher absorption rate than the inorganic form. It is essential for normal metabolic function with the body.
Tips
- Named animal proteins near the top: Beef, Beef Liver are listed early in the ingredient panel.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
High- Named 100%
Strong clarity: 100% of Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named (like chicken or salmon). Only 0% use vague terms such as "meat meal" and 0% are by-products. Named protein ingredients let you verify the source and check for allergens.
Contributing ingredients
Named
Animal Protein
High- Animal 100%
Meat-forward: 100% of the weighted protein in Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties comes from animal sources. Plant signals are modest (0% whole plants, 0% plant concentrates), so the protein profile leans on real meat.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties freeze-dried dog food Review
Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties is a strong choice — rated 5 stars with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. A confident pick when the ingredient panel matches your pet's needs.
Best for
- Owners who want clearly named protein sources
- Pets avoiding gluten grains
- Pets that thrive on muscle-meat protein
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 100% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Contains common allergens: Red meat, Fish.
- On a dry-matter basis: 44% protein, 35% fat, 5% estimated carbohydrates.
- 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Grains (gluten-free), Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Poultry, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties good for dogs?
Yes — rated 5 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content.
Does Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties contain Dairy?
No — based on the ingredient list, Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties doesn't include Dairy or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties contain Egg?
No — based on the ingredient list, Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties doesn't include Egg or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties contain Legumes?
No — based on the ingredient list, Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties doesn't include Legumes or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid this allergen here.
Does Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties contain Nuts?
No — based on the ingredient list, Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties doesn't include Nuts or related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid this allergen here.
Is Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties grain-free?
Yes — there are no grains in this recipe.
What are the main protein sources in Vital Essentials Beef Entree Mini Patties?
The top animal proteins are Beef, Beef Liver, Beef Heart — clearly named, so you can verify the source.
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