ButcherBox for Pets is a new face in the dog food and treat world, launching their first products in 2022. The company is owned by ButcherBox, a meat subscription service for people that delivers humanely raised meat and wild-caught fish from trusted farmers directly to your front door. 

ButcherBox applies the philosophy to its pet care company as it does to its meat subscription service — providing high-quality products sourced from trusted U.S. farmers to your canine companion. 

Wag! gives ButcherBox For Pets a near-perfect rating thanks to its use of high-quality ingredients and humanely sourced animal protein. It misses out on top marks because of its pricing and limited food varieties. 

So, how does ButcherBox For Pets stack up for your pup? Read on for Wag!'s review of ButcherBox For Pets' new dog food!

ButcherBox For Pets produces two dry dog foods, as well as several treat and topper varieties. 

Both ButcherBox For Pets dog foods are "complete and balanced," meeting the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) nutrient profile guidelines for all life stages, adult maintenance, growth. All ButcherBox For Pets treats and toppers are for supplemental feeding only. 

Read the guaranteed analysis on each dog food's label for more info. 

ButcherBox recently launched its line of dog food, with two dry recipes available: one for adult dogs and one for puppies. Both recipes are free from artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives.  

ButcherBox Premium Nutrition Adult Dog Food is a high-quality grain-inclusive kibble, with organic chicken as the top ingredient, followed by quinoa, millet, pearled barley, and chicken meal. 

Quinoa is especially nutritious for dogs as a source of fiber, fatty acids, and iron. Other beneficial ingredients include flaxseed, fish oil, and sweet potato. While we prefer to see fewer grains in the top five ingredients, it's an excellent dry dog food thanks to its use of real chicken as the primary animal protein—something you don't often see in dry dog foods. 

ButcherBox Premium Nutrition Puppy Food is slightly different—it's grain-free, with organic turkey topping the ingredients list. Other top ingredients include dried sweet potatoes, dried peas, turkey meal, and tapioca starch. Peas are high in antioxidants and protein, while sweet potatoes are a great source of fiber. 

ButcherBox Premium Nutrition Adult Dog Food contains above-average protein (27.2% as dry matter) and average fat (11.3% as dry matter) compared to typical kibble. 

ButcherBox For Pets has three main dog treat varieties and one food topper. 

All Jerky Bites varieties list a quality cut of meat and organic sweet potato as the top ingredients. Each recipe uses either organic chicken or grass-fed beef. Both recipes contain eight or fewer ingredients. Other common ingredients like molasses, coconut glycerin, and dried cultured skim milk are safe for dogs and used to add flavor or as preservatives. 

ButcherBox For Pets offers three supplementary treat varieties, including calming chews to ease anxiety. Hip & Joint and Skin & Coat recipes have ingredients similar to those in its Jerky Bites range but with added natural ingredients that support specific health needs. For example, Hip & Joint Support Beef Treats include turmeric and honey, which have anti-inflammatory properties. 

ButcherBox For Pets Freeze-Dried Treats are another superb snack for your canine companion—Freeze-Dried Pumpkin Spice Meatballs are made with only a handful of ingredients, including beef, sweet potato, pumpkin, carrot, and ginger. Single Ingredient Freeze-Dried Beef Liver Bites consist of only beef liver. 

Here are a few reasons why Wag! highly rates ButcherBox For Pets!

All ButcherBox For Pets recipes list a quality cut of meat as the main protein source. ButcherBox For Pet's dog foods list organic turkey or organic chicken as the top ingredients. High-quality cuts of meat are packed full of nutrients and easier on your dog's digestive system. 

ButcherBox, in its meat subscription service and dog food products, is committed to humanely treating animals. ButcherBox supports and partners with local farmers across the contiguous 48 states. 

It's transparent about where it sources its meat. For example, its grass-fed beef is primarily from Australia. ButcherBox For Pet's chicken is USDA-certified organic and is never given antibiotics or hormones to enhance growth. Its seafood is wild-caught and sustainably harvested. 

ButcherBox For Pets treats are a great way to pamper your pup. Jerky Bites contain limited ingredients and is made with a named cut of meat and organic sweet potato. They're slowly smoked to preserve nutrients and enhance flavor.

Here are a few things to bear in mind before purchasing ButcherBox for your pup!

ButcherBox For Pet dog foods are more expensive due to the quality of its ingredients. At the time of writing, a 4 lb bag of Adult Premium Nutrition Dog Food costs $29.00 on ButcherBox For Pets, which works out at $7.25 per lb. 

ButcherBox For Pets's dog foods are made with chicken or turkey, which could be an issue for dogs with specific meat protein allergies. ButcherBox's adult dry dog food is only available in chicken flavor, making them unsuitable for dogs with chicken allergies. 

"My dog Penny is obsessed with the beef treats, so didn't think she could like another treat even more... until she tried these chicken treats! She is nuts about them! Highly recommend!!"

"My dog absolutely loves these treats!!! They are fresh and you can pronounce every ingredient. Will definitely buy them again."

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ButcherBox For Pets is owned entirely by ButcherBox, a meat subscription service. Mike Salguero founded ButcherBox after becoming motivated to find a better and more accessible method of feeding his family high-quality and sustainable meat. 

Mike connected with a local farmer in 2015 and set up ButcherBox. The company quickly grew and now delivers a wide variety of products to customers across the U.S. 

In 2022, ButcherBox established ButcherBox For Pets and launched its first dog food line in February 2024. ButcherBox's headquarters is located in Brighton, MA.

ButcherBox For Pets dog food has never been recalled as of February 2025.