Pupford Good Dog Food, Freeze-Dried Raw, High-Protein, Superfood Ingredients, Vet-Approved, No Fillers or Artificial Additives (Beef Recipe, 25 oz) Review
By Dr. Lena Ortiz · Canine wellness writer · Published 2026-05-05 · Updated 2026-06-24
Pupford's Beef Recipe is a freeze-dried raw formula built for every life stage, with a short ingredient list of beef plus produce like pumpkin and spinach, making it a straightforward option for owners wanting a high-protein everyday diet or topper.
Owners of dogs at any life stage who want a beef-based freeze-dried raw food that doubles as a complete meal or a topper.
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Form Freeze Dried Raw
Flavor Beef
Benefits High-Protein For Strong, Healthy Dogs
Best for Complete And Wholesome Everyday Diet For Dogs Or Nutritious Meal Topper, Promote Balanced Gut Microbiome And Healthy Inflammation Response, Support Digestive And Immune System Health, Support Growth In Puppies And Healthy Aging In Seniors, Support Healthy Skin And Coat, Oral And Dental Health, And Joints And Mobility
Breed size Extra Small, Medium, Small
Weight 1.56 Pounds
Priced 39% above the category median ($35.99 across 81 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.2/5overall
Owner rating4.3/5
4.3 average across 52 owner ratings
Popularity0.4/5
52 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 25 oz bag of Pupford Good Dog Food in the Beef Recipe is a freeze-dried raw formula made with beef as the named protein, along with apple, blueberry, carrot, pumpkin, and spinach. Pupford lists it as free of added antibiotics, added hormones, artificial colors, and artificial flavors, and also flags it as non-GMO.', "The label positions this as either a complete everyday diet or a nutritious meal topper, with stated goals around supporting digestive and immune health, a balanced gut microbiome, and skin, coat, dental, and joint wellness across puppies through seniors. It's recommended for extra small, small, and medium breeds specifically.", "At $49.99 for 25 oz, this sits in the premium freeze-dried raw price range. With 52 reviews and a 4.3 star average, plus about 100 bought last month, it's a newer entrant that's still building its review history."]
Pros
Beef as the primary named protein with real produce like pumpkin, blueberry, and spinach
Free of added antibiotics, added hormones, and artificial colors or flavors
Works as either a complete meal or a topper
Formulated for all life stages
Non-GMO ingredient claim
Cons
Recommended for extra small, small, and medium breeds, not labeled for large or giant breeds
Only 52 reviews so far, a limited sample size
Premium price typical of freeze-dried raw diets
Specifications
Form
Freeze Dried Raw
Flavor
Beef
Benefits
High-Protein For Strong, Healthy Dogs
Best for
Complete And Wholesome Everyday Diet For Dogs Or Nutritious Meal Topper, Promote Balanced Gut Microbiome And Healthy Inflammation Response, Support Digestive And Immune System Health, Support Growth In Puppies And Healthy Aging In Seniors, Support Healthy Skin And Coat, Oral And Dental Health, And Joints And Mobility
Breed size
Extra Small, Medium, Small
Weight
1.56 Pounds
Performance notes
Freeze-dried raw formulas like this one are designed to be fed dry or rehydrated with water, and the mix of produce ingredients points to added fiber and antioxidant content alongside the beef protein base. Because it spans all life stages, portion sizing matters more here than with a life-stage specific formula.
What buyers say
A 4.3 star average across 52 reviews with roughly 100 bought in the past month suggests early but generally positive reception, though it's a smaller sample than more established freeze-dried brands.
Can this be used as a topper instead of a full meal?
Yes, Pupford markets this formula as either a complete everyday diet or a nutritious meal topper, so it can be used either way depending on what your dog needs.
What breed sizes is this recommended for?
The label recommends this formula for extra small, small, and medium breeds, so it's not specifically labeled for large or giant breed dogs.
Does this food contain artificial preservatives?
No, Pupford lists this formula as free of artificial colors and artificial flavors, along with no added antibiotics or hormones.
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