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About Freshpet
Freshpet is an all-natural fresh pet food company that uses whole ingredients and no preservatives. With special diet options and real meat ingredients like poultry and beef, Freshpet prioritizes the quality and freshness of your pet’s food.
- Multiple pet food products
- Appetizing recipes
- Fresh, natural ingredients
- Ethical protein sources available
- Short shelf life
- Can be pricey
Featured Reviews
Freshpet dog food
Vital Fresh Beef & Bison Recipe
$29.99
Honestly, we’re tempted to taste this one ourselves… Made with non-GMO beef and bison as the first two ingredients, plus spinach, cranberries and blueberries for plenty of antioxidants and vitamins. No preservatives or meat meals.
Vital Balanced Nutrition, Chicken & Whole Grain Fresh Dog Food
$15.93
Combines real chicken with high-fiber bran, peas and carrots to aid digestion. Added fish oil has omega fatty acids to promote healthy skin and fur. Find in the refrigerated pet food aisle at Petco. Guaranteed minimum 9% crude protein.
Vital Complete Meals, Beef with Lamb
$32.99
Expensive, but positive reviews suggest it’s worth it. First ingredients are beef, liver, lentils and lamb. You can mix this high-protein, grain-free kibble with dry food or serve it a la carte as a treat. Available for delivery or pickup at Petco.
Vital Complete Meals, Chicken, Beef, Salmon & Egg
$32.99
Complete-meal grain-free formula with chicken, chicken liver, cranberries, beef, salmon, eggs and spinach as first ingredients. We like that it’s rich in vitamins and antioxidants without any preservatives or meat meals and has minimum 17% crude protein.
Vital Complete Meals, Chicken
$8.99
Bite-sized pieces designed formulated for the nutritional and energy needs of small dogs. Made with natural chicken plus antioxidant-rich sweet potatoes, carrots and cranberries. Guaranteed 16% minimum crude protein. Recipe is balanced for all life stages.
What is Freshpet?
Freshpet produces all-natural, refrigerated pet food. Its products may be served as a complete meal or mixed with kibble to add variety to your pet’s diet. Serving instructions vary by product — for example, rolled dog food is typically cut into slices and diced into your pet’s bowl.
All Freshpet products must be refrigerated and used within seven days of opening. Products like its chicken or beef patties may be frozen, but check the product’s packaging for confirmation and complete storage instructions.
To reduce your pet's chance for stomach discomfort, it’s recommended that you transition to new foods slowly. Begin by mixing a small amount of Freshpet in with your pet’s current food and increase the amount every few days. After 10 days, your pet can be fully transitioned to Freshpet.
You can find Freshpet products at major grocery stores, pet stores and online retailers. Its Homestyle Creations product line can be ordered directly from Freshpet.
Freshpet food
Freshpet offers multiple product lines and sells food for nearly any cat or dog. Its full list of food lines includes:
- Freshpet Select Dog & Cat Food: Freshpet Select includes 100% natural poultry, beef or fish. The company also offers a no-meat option. This fresh, preservative-free product line includes rolled soft food, bagged food and stew-style wet food.
- Vital Dog & Cat Food: Vital recipes are 100% non-GMO with no preservatives, and they offer a complete and balanced diet for pets in all life stages. Choose from bagged or rolled pet food with a variety of protein sources for dogs and cats.
- Nature’s Fresh Dog & Cat Food: Nature’s Fresh uses local, ethically sourced ingredients that are antibiotic-free and vegetarian-fed. Shop rolls or bagged food for dogs and cats.
- Deli Fresh Dog Food: Freshpet’s Deli Fresh dog food line uses antibiotic-free chicken and non-GMO ingredients. The recipes are grain-free and only available at Costco wholesale stores.
- Homestyle Creations Dog Food: The Homestyle Creations line combines frozen chicken or beef patties with fresh fruit or vegetable mixers for a complete, balanced meal for dogs. These recipes use 100% natural ingredients with no preservatives.
- Fresh Treats for Dogs: Freshpet’s Dog Nation and Dog Joy treat lines feature real meat as the first ingredient with no byproducts or artificial flavors. They contain whole, limited ingredients and are fully cooked for your dog to enjoy.
Freshpet prices
Freshpet doesn’t fully disclose pricing on its website, but depending on your pet’s size, health needs and preferred product line, prices range from $90 to $400 per month. Below, we’ve charted the average cost per day for Freshpet’s products based on a 10-pound cat and 50-pound dog.
| Product line | Average cost per day (cats) | Average cost per day (dogs) |
|---|---|---|
| Freshpet Select | $2 - $4 | $3 - $13 |
| Vital | $2 | $7 |
| Nature’s Fresh | $1 | $5 |
| Deli Fresh | See Costco pricing | |
| Homestyle Creations | $14 | |
| Fresh Treats | $5 - $7 per bag |
Freshpet FAQ
How long is Freshpet good after opening?
Freshpet products are good for seven days after opening and must be refrigerated at all times.
Do vets recommend Freshpet dog food?
Your vet may make a food recommendation based on your dog’s health and medical history. Freshpet’s pet food is high protein, so it may not be right for all dogs. Ask your vet if they recommend Freshpet for your pet.
Is Freshpet food healthy?
Freshpet uses high-quality ingredients to provide a healthy, balanced diet for dogs and cats. If your pet has specific dietary needs or health issues, speak to your vet about whether Freshpet is the best food for them.
Can Freshpet be delivered?
Freshpet can be ordered online directly from Freshpet or from major online retailers and pet stores
How do you feed your pet Freshpet?
Freshpet is a refrigerated soft food that can be served as a complete meal or as a topper. Rolled meals are diced before serving, while wet and bagged foods can be poured directly into your pet’s bowl. Consult the instructions on your Freshpet product for specific feeding instructions.
Is Freshpet good?
Freshpet is tailor-made for pet owners who are concerned about the source and quality of pet food ingredients. Although its product line is pricey, we like its variety of protein options and the emphasis on small-batch freshness. We recommend Freshpet for pet owners interested in fresh or raw feeding and who don’t mind paying a little extra for quality ingredients.
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Reviewed Jan. 29, 2026
Wonderful product at a reasonable price. My dogs love it! It has been especially helpful for my older dog that doesn’t want to eat almost anything including canned food, but will eat the Fresh Pet. I work at Walmart and pressured my store manager to begin carrying fresh pet. I guaranteed them it would be a good sale. And it has been!
Hi Maryl, wow! Thank you for the kind words and recommendation! Our mission is to make mealtime simple and healthy for the dogs you love, so we’re thrilled they’re enjoying it. Sending tail wags your way! 🐾
Reviewed Jan. 9, 2026
The most important thing about Fresh Pet Small Dog meals is that my dog, Sally, is absolutely in love with them! I trust Fresh Pet and the customer service is above outstanding. I used to feed my dogs the Fresh Pet roll, but I am so happy that Fresh Pet is now offering the Small Dog Meals!
Hi Lory, thank you so much for sharing your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Sally is loving our Freshpet Small Dog Meals, and we're delighted to be part of her mealtime excitement. Thanks for sharing the love. 🐶💚
Reviewed May 2, 2026
Although my dogs love Freshpet, after 6-7 months they started developing stomach and skin issues. After several visits to the vet and changing their food to “Sensitive Stomach” they continue having diarrhea and throwing up. Looking at the ingredients, my vet said the only one that what cause those issues is CARRAGEENAN!! Why would carrageenan be added to food for sensitive stomach when it causes bloating, diarrhea, gut inflammation, skin rashes and more?? Please remove Carrageenan from their food, it’s only a food filler not part of healthy nutrition.
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Reviewed April 26, 2026
My Oreo loves the food. The cost of hard food was expensive and there $18 Freshpet food stays about 2 weeks. And I sometimes put it in the microwave which he loves as well. I leave it in the refrigerator not freezer. I wouldn’t mine paying more for a bigger loaf.
Reviewed March 27, 2026
This food made my dogs sick!!! It had freezer burn. I contacted the company by email several times. All they did was cancel my subscriptions. This tells me a lot about the company. THEY ARE NOT TRUSTWORTHY!! BEWARE. DO NOT ORDER FROM THEM!!
Reviewed Feb. 5, 2026
I feed FreshPet to my 12 year old English Cocker. He really likes it. But if you expect what you feed your pet to look like what they show on TV you will be disappointed: missing are most if not all of the Misc. colored items you see in the bag, the green, veggies, the grains the which is true for ALL the bags I have ever purchased.
Reviewed Feb. 1, 2026
My dog loves this food. Even with an obstacle bowl, he eats it pretty quickly. His coat is shinier, he’s super energetic and the gastrointestinal issues he had before are gone. You can tell that he absolutely adores the taste as compared to kibble. He’s running around with no signs of joint issues or fatigue. (He’s 15 years old!) This is the one!
Hi Michelle, your review made our whole team smile! We're so happy your dogs are loving Freshpet and that we’ve earned your trust. Thanks for sharing the love. 🐶💚
Reviewed Jan. 15, 2026
We are very happy with the Freshpet products we buy for our Labradoodles. It took a while to find something that they would eat and it does not mess up their stomach. Once we started feeding them freshpet everything changed for them almost overnight. Happier dogs with satisfied tummies. Fresh pet is a little pricey, but well worth for my puppies. Coupons would be nice..
Hi Kimberly, from one pet parent to another- thank you! We know how important it is to feed your pups something fresh, and healthy. We’re honored to be part of your story and truly appreciate you leaving this review. Big thanks from our pack to yours! 🐾❤️
Reviewed Jan. 14, 2026
We have tried all of the Freshpet products, in the roll form. Angel loves the Beef the best, although she eats all of them. Our only complaint is that we live 65 miles to the nearest store that carries the Fresh Pet, and sometimes they are out of product. We usually get 2 or 3 rolls when available. Yes, there are still areas in our country, that are over an hour to the nearest Walmart.
Hi Ron, thank you so much for the paws-itively amazing review! We do apologize that you have not been able to find Angel's favorite recipe in stock at your local retailers. We certainly value your patience and loyalty as our teams continue working diligently to fully replenish our fridges. Thank you for your ongoing support! 🐶💚
Reviewed Jan. 12, 2026
I’ve been a customer for years now… for my 2 'lil rascals, Roscoe a parson terrier and my cutie pie Roxie a maltipoo. They love love their Freshpet chunky beef recipe… I buy them at walmart because.. it’s less expensive…. I am on fixed income so I always see to it that they always have their food before I ran out of money. 😘 Thank you guys…
Hi Susan, your review made our whole pack smile! We're so happy your dogs are loving Freshpet and that we've earned your trust. Thanks for letting us be part of your family's routine, we're here for the cuddles, the zoomies, and all the healthy meals to come! 🐶💚
Reviewed Jan. 12, 2026
I don't have an order number, I purchase this at Giant and Acme. I have 1 90 lb dog and 1 25 lb dog, I have to buy 2 big logs every week. It's kind of expensive for me. But they like it and I think this product is made in usa so I'm ok with it.
Hi Christine, we’re so grateful for your feedback. It means more than you know. 🐶💚
Reviewed Jan. 11, 2026
This is the only food my dog will eat. I have tried way more expensive food but she turns her nose up. The saying a dog will eat when it gets hungry enough is not true because my dog would not eat! I had used Freshpet before so I found a supplier and tried it and now I have not looked back. Sometimes I mix it with ground turkey or chicken to keep her interested. Thanks you making a delicious dog food.
Hi Julia, from one pet parent to another- thank you! We know how important it is to feed your pups something fresh, and healthy. We’re honored to be part of your story and truly appreciate you leaving this review. Big thanks from our pack to yours! 🐾❤️
Freshpet Company Information
- Company Name:
- Freshpet
- Website:
- freshpet.com
