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The Honest Kitchen Human Grade Wholemade™ Dehydrated Dog Food, Whole Grain Dehydrated Dog Food, Chicken, 7 lb (Makes 28lbs) Review

4.2 (3,100) Amazon rating$58.79700+ bought last month

Our verdict

This 7 lb bag of The Honest Kitchen's Whole Grain Chicken recipe rehydrates into 28 lbs of finished food, and with 3,100 reviews averaging 4.2 stars, it's one of the most reviewed dehydrated foods in this lineup.

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Best for

Owners who want a human grade, whole grain, chicken based dehydrated food and don't mind the extra step of rehydrating before serving.

Skip if

Your dog needs a grain free diet or has a chicken sensitivity, since this recipe is built around whole grains and chicken.

  • Priced 25% above the category median ($46.95 across 29 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.2/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.2/5

    4.2 average across 3,100 owner ratings

  • Popularity5.0/5

    3,100 owner reviews, more than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog food and health supplements we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

["The Honest Kitchen's Whole Grain Chicken recipe is part of the brand's Wholemade line, dehydrated and labeled human grade. It comes in a 7 lb bag that the brand says makes 28 lbs of food once rehydrated, giving you a decent amount of finished food from a compact package.", "As a whole grain formula, this recipe is built around chicken alongside grains rather than positioned as a grain free option, which can suit dogs who tolerate grains well and don't need a limited ingredient approach.", "At $58.79, it sits in the middle of the price range for this category once you factor in how much finished food the 7 lb bag yields. It's also the most reviewed product in this lineup, with 3,100 reviews and a 4.2 star average, plus about 700 bought in the past month, pointing to a large and active customer base."]

Pros

  • Human grade dehydrated food from an established brand
  • 7 lb bag yields 28 lbs of finished food once rehydrated
  • Large review base of 3,100 with a solid 4.2 star average
  • Strong recent purchase volume suggests consistent demand

Cons

  • Whole grain formula, so it's not suitable for dogs needing a grain free diet
  • Chicken based, which rules it out for dogs with poultry sensitivities
  • Dehydrated format requires rehydrating before serving, unlike ready to serve wet or dry food

Performance notes

As a dehydrated whole grain formula, this food needs water added before serving, which takes more prep time than a bag of kibble but can appeal to owners who like the idea of a fresher, less processed feeding routine. The 7 lb to 28 lb yield ratio is worth factoring into the true cost per pound of finished food.

What buyers say

With 3,100 reviews and a 4.2 star average, plus roughly 700 bought in the past month, this is the most reviewed and one of the most actively purchased products in this dehydrated food lineup, reflecting a long standing, established product.

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Frequently asked questions

How much food does one 7 lb bag actually make?

The Honest Kitchen states this 7 lb bag makes 28 lbs of food once rehydrated, so it's worth comparing that yield against the price when judging value.

Is this a grain free recipe?

No, this is a whole grain formula built around chicken and grains, so it's not the right choice if your dog needs a grain free diet.

Does dehydrated food need any preparation?

Yes, dehydrated food like this needs water added and time to rehydrate before serving, unlike a kibble you can scoop straight from the bag.

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