Shepherd Boy Farms Freeze Dried Raw Dog Food, Bison Recipe, All Natural, No Synthetics, Made in USA with Goat's Milk & Organic Produce, High Protein, Complete Meal (14oz) Review
By Marcus Bell · Dog nutrition editor · Published 2026-06-13 · Updated 2026-07-01
Shepherd Boy Farms' Bison Recipe is a freeze-dried raw complete meal built with a novel protein and goat's milk, and its 4.6 star average across 70 reviews points to a promising, if still smaller-batch, option for dogs on a limited ingredient diet.
Dogs who benefit from a novel bison protein and a limited ingredient, all-natural formula with no synthetic additives.
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You want a food with a larger, more established review history, since this recipe's 70 reviews is on the smaller side within this category.
Form Freeze Dried
Flavor Bison
Benefits High Protein, Promotes Coat Health, Supports Digestion, Supports Immune System, Zero Synthetics
Best for Appetite Stimulation, Digestive Health, Sensitive Stomach, Skin And Coat Health, Weight Management
Breed size All
Priced 17% above the category median ($35.99 across 81 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.3/5overall
Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 70 owner ratings
Popularity0.8/5
70 owner reviews, fewer 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
["This Shepherd Boy Farms recipe uses bison as its main protein, paired with egg, flaxseed, goat's milk, and probiotics, and it's positioned as a complete meal rather than just a topper or treat. The brand markets it as free of synthetic additives, with no added antibiotics, hormones, artificial colors, or artificial flavors.", "The label lists support for appetite stimulation, digestive health, sensitive stomachs, skin and coat health, and weight management, alongside grain free, corn free, gluten free, and wheat free claims. It's made in the USA and suits all breed sizes in a 14 oz bag.", "At $41.95 for 14 oz, it's priced at a premium level typical of novel protein freeze-dried meals. With 70 reviews and a 4.6 star average, it has a smaller but positive track record so far."]
Pros
Novel bison protein for dogs needing to rotate away from common proteins
Includes goat's milk and probiotics for digestive support
No synthetic additives, antibiotics, hormones, or artificial colors and flavors
Positioned as a complete meal, not just a topper
Strong 4.6 star average rating
Cons
Smaller review count of 70 compared to more established freeze-dried brands
Premium price point for a 14 oz bag
Novel bison protein may be unfamiliar or unavailable for repeat purchase in some areas
Specifications
Form
Freeze Dried
Flavor
Bison
Benefits
High Protein, Promotes Coat Health, Supports Digestion, Supports Immune System, Zero Synthetics
The combination of a novel bison protein with goat's milk and probiotics is designed to support digestion in dogs that may not tolerate more common proteins like chicken or beef. Being labeled a complete meal rather than a mixer, it's meant to serve as a dog's primary food rather than only a rehydrated addition to another diet.
What buyers say
With 70 reviews and a 4.6 star average, feedback is positive, though the sample size is smaller than several other freeze-dried recipes in this category, so buyer sentiment may shift as more reviews come in.
Is bison a good protein choice for dogs with common food sensitivities?
Bison is considered a novel protein for many dogs, meaning they haven't been exposed to it before, which some owners use as part of managing sensitivities to more common proteins like chicken or beef.
Can this recipe be fed as a dog's only food?
Yes, Shepherd Boy Farms markets this Bison Recipe as a complete meal, so it's designed to serve as a dog's primary diet rather than only a topper.
Does this recipe contain dairy?
Yes, it includes goat's milk among its ingredients, so it may not be appropriate for dogs with a known dairy sensitivity.
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