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🐾 Elevate your dog’s snack game with pure, protein-packed vitality!
Vital Essentials Freeze Dried Minnows Dog Treats deliver a premium, single-ingredient protein boost made from responsibly sourced, humanely harvested minnows. Freeze-dried within 45 minutes to preserve maximum nutrients and flavor, these grain-free treats support your dog’s muscle strength, skin health, digestion, and dental care without any additives or fillers. Perfect for all breeds and life stages, they offer a clean, natural way to fuel energetic play and overall wellness.










| ASIN | B0BWBQG4FS |
| Additional Features | Freeze-Dried, Whole Animal Protein, Humanely Harvested, No additives, no fillers and no artificial ingredients |
| Age Range (Description) | All Life Stages |
| Age Range Description | All Life Stages |
| Allergen Information | Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Grain-Free, Rawhide-Free, Wheat Free |
| Animal Food Diet Type | Limited Ingredient, Raw |
| Animal Food Ingredient Claim | No Added Antibiotics, No Added Hormones, No Artificial Colors, No Artificial Flavors, Wild-Caught |
| Animal Food Nutrient Content Claim | High Protein, Low Carb, No Added Sugar |
| Best Sellers Rank | #315 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #5 in Freeze-Dried Dog Food |
| Brand | Vital Essentials |
| Brand Name | Vital Essentials |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
| Container Type | Bag |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 2,453 Reviews |
| Dog Breed Size | All, Large, Small |
| Flavor | Minnows |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00840199684120 |
| Item Form | Freeze Dried |
| Item Type Name | freeze-dried-pet-food |
| Item Weight | 2.5 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Carnivore Meat Company |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 8412 |
| Model Number | 8412 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Occasion | Birthday, Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, Valentine's Day |
| Pet Type | Dog |
| Product Benefits | CLEANER TEETH from natural abrasion., DIGESTIVE HEALTH from natural enzymes., IMMUNE & HEART HEALTH from zinc and taurine., LEAN, STRONG MUSCLES from essential amino acids., MORE ENERGETIC PLAYTIME from whole animal protein. |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Active, Brain Health, Appetite Stimulation, Skin and Coat Health, Digestive Health, Food Allergies, Training, Sensitive Stomach, Dental Care, Hip and Joint Support |
| Special Ingredients | Minnow |
| Specific Uses For Product | Active, Brain Health, Appetite Stimulation, Skin and Coat Health, Digestive Health, Food Allergies, Dental Care, Hip and Joint Support, Sensitive Stomach, Training Specific Uses For Product Active, Brain Health, Appetite Stimulation, Skin and Coat Health, Digestive Health, Food Allergies, Dental Care, Hip and Joint Support, Sensitive Stomach, Training See more |
| Target Species | Dog |
| UPC | 840199684120 |
| Unit Count | 2.5 Ounce |
J**H
The ultimate "cat parent" hack—cheaper, bigger, and my cat is obsessed!
If you have a cat, stop buying the tiny "cat" version of these and just get this dog bag! It is literally the exact same single-ingredient minnows, but you get a much bigger bag for a way better price. Why my cat (and my wallet) loves these: The "Obsession" is Real: My cat goes absolutely feral for these minnows. I just have to crinkle the bag and he appears out of nowhere. It’s his favorite high-value treat by a mile. Actually Healthy: I love that there’s no mystery gunk or fillers. It’s just freeze-dried minnows, so I feel great about giving him a "clean" snack that’s packed with protein. The Perfect Hack: The "cat" version of freeze-dried minnows is usually half the size for the same price. This 2.5 oz bag lasts so much longer, and since the fish are the same size, he doesn't know the difference. Great for Toppers: If he's being picky with his dinner, I just crumble one of these over his wet food and he clears the bowl. If you want to spoil your cat without getting ripped off by "cat-specific" packaging, this is the way to do it. 10/10—my cat is officially a minnow addict!
K**.
My dogs love the crunch of the whole minnows.
I really like these because I feel confident that they are safe and high quality. Most importantly, my dogs absolutely love them! They are usually around $10, which is a decent price for freeze dried raw protein. My dogs love the crunch of the whole minnows. They are a great source of Omega fatty acids. I use these in two ways.. I either hide them in their snuffle mats for enrichment, or I use a zester to shave them down into a fine powder. It makes a perfect food topper to add a boost of flavor for my pickier eaters. It’s a great way to change things up without adding junk to their diet. I really appreciate that they come in so many different protein varieties. Since some of my dogs have a chicken allergy, being able to stick to rabbit or duck is a huge win. Highly recommend for anyone looking for clean, high value treats!
L**N
So cute to watch my cats eat these
My cats loved these. They go well with a meal or just to treat them with!!! I haven't tried training with these but I assume if you're cats food motivated they would enjoy these. My dogs actually liked these too. Only one of my cats didn't like them ( I have four) so it does depend but overall enjoyable!! Seemed a bit crunchy and was easy to breakdown. I think this was good quality, had a good amount in there. It was worth the money and I would buy it again!!
S**A
Great Topper
Love all vital essentials products. Most are single ingredients. These minnows are a great addition to my dog’s bowl. She loves the crunch! They do smell so beware. But it’s the first thing in the bowl that my dog goes for.
B**A
My cats LOVE these!!
My cats LOVE these minnows. I love them because they are small and not messy to hold a few in my pocket, as gross as that might sound, ha. And being freeze-dried and single ingedient is awesome...I love being able to easily give my cats a quick bite of "whole prey" with these treats! We always make sure we have these...I have ordered multiple times.
S**I
Yummy little fishies
Puppy loved it. Perfect size for my 8 week old and love that it’s a healthy single ingredient treat
H**Y
MUST HAVE!!
Cats & dogs go crazy for these! Period Okay a little more praise is the can possibly last a long while depending on how many you give I’d say one bag can last anywhere from one month to 2 or 3 depending on how many pets & number of fishies they get. The recommended serving is on package. If you want your pet to learn new tricks this is a good treat to encourage their showing off for you. They must be tasty & they are safe for everybody. You don’t have to worry about out choking no matter the size I have 2 dogs 4 kitties ranging from 4lbs to 70 lbs.
S**L
Dogs Love Them, but They are Pricey
My dogs absolutely love these treats (especially the husky). They go crazy for them every time, and I love that they’re made from a single, high-quality ingredient with no fillers or additives. They’re healthy, natural, and packed with protein, which makes me feel good about giving them as a reward. The only downside is the price. While the quality is definitely there, it does feel a bit high for the amount you get (it is fishing bait that is freeze dried). That said, my dogs enjoy them so much that I’ll keep buying them as a special treat.
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