Freshpet Vital Shredded Chicken Recipe with Sweet Potatoes & Carrots Fresh Dog Food, 4.5-lb bag

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  • Made with simple ingredients chosen for their health benefits—no artificial preservatives, colors, flavors, or additives.
  • Crafted with 81% chicken, this fresh dog food is high in protein and amino acids for strong muscles.
  • Includes prebiotics from pumpkin and sweet potatoes for digestive support.
  • Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids from fish oil promote shine and softness in your pet’s skin and coat.
  • Provides complete and balanced nutrition for dogs of all sizes and life stages.

Ingredient Information

Feeding Instructions

FAQ

Clean Nutrition. Specialized Recipes.

Vital offers fresh, real food made with wholesome, non-GMO, all-natural ingredients  for your pet's health. Made with 100% farm-raised chicken, beef, and fish, their recipes contain no preservatives, by-products, or rendered meals—just the good stuff.

A Collaboration of Fresh Thinkers

Freshpet harnesses the power of collaboration among experts in small animal nutrition, veterinary medicine, and food science. This diverse approach ensures they formulate safe, high-quality, and nutritious products that support the health of your pets.

All of the Good, None of the Bad

Crafted by veterinary nutritionists without harmful additives or preservatives, these fresh recipes are made with simple ingredients to support your pet's health so they can enjoy a long and happy life by your side.

Benefits of Fresh Food

Nutrient-rich Freshpet recipes are crafted by board-certified veterinary nutritionists. They've created a new approach to feeding, for the care and quality your pet deserves. Experience the Freshpet difference.

About Freshpet

Everything about your pet is totally unique—including their nutritional needs. Developed by veterinary nutritionists, explore the Freshpet family of brands to discover what’s perfect for your pet.

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Questions & Answers

11 Customer Questions


How many cups in 4.5 lb bag


How long will the unopened bags last in the refrigerator? Should I freeze them or keep them in the fridge?

Answer by JebbyMay 12, 2025
Is this soft food? My dog has a hard time with hard and large pieces.

How many cups (by volume) are in a 1.5 pound bag?

Answer by ChewyJun 17, 2022
The 1.5 pound package contains approximately 6 cups of food.

Can you keep this frozen and just scoop and defrost before each meal time?

Answer by ChewyJul 05, 2025
Chewy will ship the product frozen to keep it fresh. We recommend serving Freshpet food fresh from the fridge, but you can choose to freeze any unused portions for later use. Just thaw frozen portions in the fridge before serving. Be aware that you may see a slight change in color and texture when thawed, but this won’t change the nutritional value or taste of the meals.

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Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
1089 Ratings

Customers Mention

Chewy identifies key considerations with the help of artificial intelligence and our veterinarians.

Digestibility

78% Positive

Ingredients

82% Positive

Nutritional Value

81% Positive

Palatability

75% Positive

391 Customer Reviews



Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Debra on Aug 1, 2025

AWFUL!!!!!!

The “food” we ordered looks nothing like the awful stuff we received. Our Boston Terrier, who will eat anything that doesn’t eat her first hates this food. We have

The “food” we ordered looks nothing like the awful stuff we received. Our Boston Terrier, who will eat anything that doesn’t eat her first hates this food. We have been feeding her FreshPet for years and this is nothing like what we’ve fed her in the past. The photo on your website looks nothing like what we received. And to add insult to injury, it smells horrid.


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Melanie on Dec 1, 2025

Is it mold?

I’ve been buying this food for years, but this last batch (that expires February 2026), arrived frozen, remained frozen I. Our chest freezer, and when thawed two

I’ve been buying this food for years, but this last batch (that expires February 2026), arrived frozen, remained frozen I. Our chest freezer, and when thawed two days ago to begin using, I noticed the meat was blue/green and moldy. I gave my dogs food from the bag for two days before I noticed it- so I sure hope they’ll be ok. Hopefully the manufacturer sees this. No one wants their fur babies to eat bad food.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Opinion02122 on Mar 30, 2025

I'm in shock!

I had tried this in the roll, and my fussy dog refused to eat it, as he does with all dog food! But, I was in the hospital due to an emergency for several days

I had tried this in the roll, and my fussy dog refused to eat it, as he does with all dog food! But, I was in the hospital due to an emergency for several days and he was shuffled from one home to another until I got home. Somewhere along the way, he was given this variety, and he liked it! Since I got home, I’ve been giving him this with added freshly cooked chicken. It smells good enough for ME to eat. I give him feedings twice a day and he gobbles it up! I'm VERY happy! Finally, a dog food he likes!


Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Anne on Oct 4, 2024

Ummmm

I hate to leave a negative review but my dog will not even go near this food. Gus is a picky eater and I have tried many, many different types of food both wet and

I hate to leave a negative review but my dog will not even go near this food. Gus is a picky eater and I have tried many, many different types of food both wet and dry and have yet to find one he likes enough to eat at every mealtime. He’ll usually hem & haw and finally eat a little bit of food. But not this stuff. I have wasted 2 bags of this pricey food. I don’t know what to do! I guess I’ll toss the rest or see if the shelter will take it. Meanwhile Gus will be eating wet cat food that the vet says isn’t ideal but ok to do. I wish I could have purchased just one small bag of this food to see if Gus would like it before paying over $55 and the food going to waste.


Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Sheila on Sep 19, 2023

Excellent dog food!

I have been feeding Fresh Pet dog food to my small dogs for a least 6 years now. they love it! I recently started feeding it to our rescued American Bulldog. I specifically

I have been feeding Fresh Pet dog food to my small dogs for a least 6 years now. they love it! I recently started feeding it to our rescued American Bulldog. I specifically wanted a non-GMO dog food. She has developed a beautiful coat while on the Fresh Pet Vital. No more tummy upsets either.


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Whitney on May 12, 2024

Never again

I previously bought this dog food and had no issue. This time, gross!! Once I opened the bag, the odor was awful! I started bagging up zip locks to portion out meals

I previously bought this dog food and had no issue. This time, gross!! Once I opened the bag, the odor was awful! I started bagging up zip locks to portion out meals for my dog-sitter while I was on vacation. And came across nasty pieces as seen in the picture. I ended up throwing the entire bag in the garbage.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Seth on Dec 9, 2023

Searched a long time for this food

My pup is a princess and only receives the best of everything. I spoil her like any proud pop would, so naturally I wanted to find the best dog food to give her

My pup is a princess and only receives the best of everything. I spoil her like any proud pop would, so naturally I wanted to find the best dog food to give her the best life. We knew it had to be soft, wet dog food reading all the horror stories of how dried dog food is processed (no wonder so many poor pups die from diseases). We tried two previous brands from Chewy (I won’t name names but I’m sure you’ve come across them). My pup is a Labrador so she’ll literally eat anything, but she was reluctant to eat these other brands which raises red flags. With Fresh Pet food, she goes absolutely bonkers. I don’t even this she chews lol. It’s like her instinctual self is saying “that’s what I need.” We’ve seen great improvement in her energy, coat, and overall health. We hope to have her for another 8 wonderful years giving her the best.


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By lass on Apr 26, 2024

VERY DISAPPOINTED

I ordered the 4-pack. The actual product does not at all resemble the product advertised. Meat is very dark and dry - almost cardboard like (refer to my photo)

I ordered the 4-pack. The actual product does not at all resemble the product advertised. Meat is very dark and dry - almost cardboard like (refer to my photo). The expiration date on packages is Aug 2024 so I know it isn’t expired. I don’t know what happened to the packages I received but I’m not inclined to try them again.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Pammyh on Apr 15, 2023

LOVE IT Great bang for the buck

Love this product. I would cook extra food to supplement her dry food. My Golden Doodle is a spoiled 3 year old puppy. My best freind. No garabge for her. Nice

Love this product. I would cook extra food to supplement her dry food. My Golden Doodle is a spoiled 3 year old puppy. My best freind. No garabge for her. Nice fresh welcomingand she truly enjoys. Thank you


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Bandit on Feb 15, 2022

Dog Licking Good

My 20 month old Staffordshire Beagle Mix is the most picky pup!!! He has had me on a wild goose chase since he was 8 weeks old. He will eat a food then after about

My 20 month old Staffordshire Beagle Mix is the most picky pup!!! He has had me on a wild goose chase since he was 8 weeks old. He will eat a food then after about a week thumb his paw at it! Well, to my greatest surprise and relief in steps FreshPet Vital Chicken Recipe! “And the choir sings”! He comes running, licking his chomps as soon as he hears me opening the bag. I put his food down and he gobbles it up and wants more! He has great energy, healthy poops, with great vet check ups! Thank you FreshPet for saving my sanity! Now all I have to worry about is shipping disruptions making it hard if not impossible to get it. So far Chewy has been a life saver! C McMillan Bandit’s human mom!