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Why Freeze-Dried?

The nutrition of fresh food. The convenience of kibble.

Freeze-dried food

Freeze-drying gently removes moisture at ultra-low temperatures — no heat, no cooking, no extrusion. The vitamins, enzymes, and amino acids in fresh, raw ingredients stay intact instead of being destroyed.

The result is food that retains up to 97% of its original nutrients, lasts up to 2 years with no fridge, and is ready to serve straight from the bag — or rehydrate with water in minutes.

vs. Kibble

Kibble is extruded at extreme heat (300°F+), destroying natural vitamins and enzymes. Synthetic nutrients are added back to meet minimums. Freeze-dried food never sees heat — what goes in raw comes out nutritionally the same.

Freeze-dried wins on nutrition.

vs. Fresh / Refrigerated

Fresh food is nutritious but expensive, requires refrigeration, spoils in days, and is messy. Freeze-dried delivers the same digestibility and nutrient profile — shelf-stable for up to 2 years, with zero prep.

Freeze-dried wins on convenience.

vs. Raw

Raw food carries bacterial risks and requires careful handling, freezer space, and thawing. Freeze-drying achieves the same nutritional outcome from raw ingredients — but safe, lightweight, and scoop-and-serve.

Freeze-dried wins on safety & ease.

The Difference You'll See

Better food shows. In the coat, the energy, and the bowl.

Better digestion

Freeze-dried food is up to 1.5x more digestible than kibble. Less waste, less gas, firmer stools.

Shinier coat & healthier skin

Omega-rich fish oils and whole proteins support a coat that glows — most owners notice in 2–4 weeks.

More energy & vitality

Real, nutrient-dense food means more usable energy. Expect more tail wags and longer walks.

Great for picky eaters

The natural flavor and aroma of real meat make freeze-dried food irresistible — even for the fussiest dogs.

No prep, no mess

Scoop and serve straight from the bag. No fridge, no thawing, no cleanup. Perfect at home or on the go.

Safe for all life stages

Vet-developed and AAFCO complete for puppies, adults, and seniors. One food for every stage.

What's Inside

Ingredients you can actually read.

No mystery meals. No rendered by-products. Every ingredient is whole and recognizable.

Whole Protein
The Foundation

Whole Protein

Farm-raised turkey or grass-fed beef — always the #1 ingredient. Never a "meal" or by-product.

Supergreens
The Boost

Supergreens

Spinach, kale, and sweet potato for fiber, antioxidants, and the vitamins dogs need to thrive.

Superfoods
The Glow

Superfoods

Chia seeds, cranberries, blueberries, and coconut oil for coat health, immunity, and energy.

Omega Oils
The Shine

Omega Oils

Fish oil and zinc for joint support, brain health, and that unmistakable shine in your dog's coat.

How We Compare

Not all dog food is created equal.

 maxboneKibbleRaw / Fresh
Nutrient retention
No refrigeration needed
Real, whole ingredients
varies
Complete & balanced (AAFCO)
varies
No fillers or synthetic additives
Long shelf life (1–2 years)
Mess-free & travel-friendly
Digestibility vs. kibble
2–3× higher
baseline
2–3× higher

Backed by Science

Real food, real results.

0%NUTRIENTS PRESERVED

Freeze-drying retains up to 97% of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.*

0.0xMORE DIGESTIBLE

Freeze-dried food is up to 1.5x more digestible than store-bought kibble.†

0%LESS WASTE

Dogs produce up to 66% less waste — because more nutrition is actually absorbed.‡

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#1 Freeze-Dried Food§DogFoodAdvisor

Ranked #1 freeze-dried dog food by DogFoodAdvisor.§

DogFoodAdvisor reviews thousands of dog food products on ingredient quality, nutritional profile, and transparency. maxbone earned the #1 spot in freeze-dried.

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Our Recipes

Total ingredient transparency.

Freeze-Dried Turkey

Freeze-Dried Turkey

Turkey, Turkey Liver, Spinach, Sweet Potato, Chia Seeds, Cranberries, Blueberries, Dried Seaweed Meal, Carrots, Salt, Coconut Oil, Alpha-tocopherol acetate (source of natural vitamin E), Fish Oil, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate.

Freeze-Dried Beef

Freeze-Dried Beef

Beef, Beef Bone, Beef Fat, Beef Kidney, Beef Heart, Beef Stomach, Dried Seaweed meal, Broccoli, Spinach, Sweet Potato, Blueberries, Carrots, Salt, Alpha-tocopherol acetate (source of natural vitamin E), Fish Oil, Zinc Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate

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* Freeze-Drying of Plant-Based Foods, Foods Journal, PMC (2020).

† Apparent Total Tract Nutrient Digestibility of Frozen Raw, Freeze-Dried Raw, Fresh, and Extruded Dog Foods, Translational Animal Science, Oxford Academic (2024).

‡ Nutrient Digestibility and Fecal Characteristics, Microbiota, and Metabolites in Dogs Fed Whole Foods, Journal of Animal Science, PMC (2021).

§ DogFoodAdvisor is owned by Wag Group, maxbone's parent company. All reviews and ratings are impartial and overseen by a veterinary nutritionist.

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