Smallbatch Pets Turkey Freeze-Dried Raw Sliders Grain-Free Dry Dog Food, 14-oz bag

I started using Smallbatch Pets Turkey Sliders with our three dogs; Natrix, Bane, and Krampus, during a recent pet food transition. We decided to try these freeze-dried nuggets as a nutritious addition to their meals, particularly during our morning routine in the kitchen where they eagerly await breakfast. One of the standout moments was with Krampus, our notoriously picky eater. Normally, he turns his nose up at anything that doesn’t excite him, and without a topper, he completely ignores his regular kibble. However, to my surprise, when I sprinkled the Turkey Sliders over his usual food, he dove in immediately! This is a game-changer for us, as it’s rare to see him so enthusiastic about eating. The fact that these nuggets are non-GMO and made with turkey as the primary ingredient gives me peace of mind knowing I’m feeding my dogs a wholesome option. The freeze-dried format makes it super easy to store and serve. Just break off a few nuggets, rehydrate them if desired, or use them as a topper. I appreciate that I can use the nuggets as either a main meal (when rehydrated) or as a flavorful topper, which has helped increase Krampus’s overall food intake. Natrix and Bane also seem to love the taste, and it’s great to see all three of them eagerly finishing their meals. However, while I understand that high-quality ingredients come at a cost, I did find the price to be on the higher side for regular use. It’s something to consider for ongoing feeding. Also, If you want to serve them rehydrated, it does take a few minutes, which can be a bit inconvenient on busy mornings. Smallbatch Pets Turkey Sliders Non-GMO Adult Freeze-Dried Nuggets have been a fantastic addition to our dogs' diet, particularly for our picky eater, Krampus. The high-quality ingredients, convenience, and ability to entice even the fussiest of eaters make it worth every penny. I highly recommend these nuggets to any dog owner looking to enhance their pet's meals and overall eating experience!

I have been curious about trying a freeze dried product after considering home cooking for my dog and this looks like a great product. The ingredients list is great and looks very nutritious and species appropriate. The sliders are about 2 inches across. They arrived whole and intact. I decided to use them as a topper on my dog's regular kibble. The package said to crumble them up and then rehydrate them with warm water. I decided to use 4 sliders at each meal. The aroma is tolerably pleasant, though the look is not great as a human - my opinion isn't the one that truly counts. Brett is an altered male, red heeler mix weighing about 50 pounds and is 9 years old. He loves this product. He will lick the bowl clean, pause and double check the bowl is clean. It is definitely a choice I will continue to use as a topper on his meals.

We received Smallbatch Pets Turkey Sliders Freeze Dried dog food and upon arrival, it was a hit. Bailey liked the smell and wanted a taste immediately. For dinner I did as instructed, I broke 4 patties, added warm water and stirred until rehydrated. Bailey loved them. Unfortunately, later that night Bailey had stomach problems. I waited a week and I tried again to give Bailey the Smallbatch Pets Turkey Freeze Dried dog food. Again, I only gave him 4 patties. He loved his dinner but once again it caused another colitis flare. I really hate it because Bailey really liked the freeze dried patties. It must be too rich for his system. These freeze dried patties would be wonderful to have on a vacation. A dog with no GI problems would probably do well with this food. Unfortunately, I will not be able to buy for Bailey because of his colitis.

I love Smallbatch and will definitely continue buying it. However, my last three orders have arrived with most of the bags’ sliders crushed. The food itself is still completely usable, but it does create a significant amount of extra work since I have to weigh and measure portions and divide everything into single servings. One of the main reasons I switched entirely to ordering through Chewy was that this issue used to happen very infrequently compared with other delivery sources. Unfortunately, it now seems to be occurring more often with Chewy as well.