Artie Dog Food Review (Freeze-Dried)

Artie Freeze-Dried Dog Food product range consists of three recipes, each receiving the Dog Food Advisor’s rating of 5 stars.

Formulated under the guidance of Dr. Lindsey Bullen, a board certified veterinary nutritionist, each recipe is pre-portioned and freeze-dried and needs to be warmed through and rehydrated before being served to your dog.

The table below shows each recipe in this range including our rating and the AAFCO nutrient profile: Growth (puppy), Maintenance (adult), All Life Stages, Supplemental or Unspecified.

Recipe and Label Analysis

Artie Chicken Power Bowl Extra Protein for Picky Eaters in Bone Broth was selected to represent the other products in the line for a detailed recipe and nutrient analysis.

Ingredients Analysis

The first ingredient is chicken. Chicken is considered “the clean combination of flesh and skin… derived from the parts or whole carcasses of chicken”. ¹.

It is naturally rich in the 10 essential amino acids required by a dog to sustain life.

The second ingredient is chicken hearts. Although it doesn’t sound very appetizing, heart tissue is pure muscle — all meat. It’s naturally rich in quality protein, minerals and complex B vitamins, too.

The third ingredient is chicken liver, an organ meat sourced from a named animal and thus considered a beneficial component.

The fourth ingredient is chicken gizzard, a low-fat, meaty organ found in the digestive tract of birds and assists in grinding up a consumed food. This item is considered a canine dietary delicacy.

The fifth ingredient is chicken bone broth. Although they add both flavor and moisture to a dog food, bone broths are a common component in many wet products. However, since broths consist almost entirely of water, the trace nutrients they contain account for only a fraction of the overall finished dog food.

The sixth ingredient is pumpkin. Pumpkin is a nutritious addition high in complex carbohydrates, beta-carotene and dietary fiber.

The seventh ingredient is flaxseed, one of the best plant sources of healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Provided they’ve first been ground into a meal, flax seeds are also rich in soluble fiber. However, flaxseed contains about 19% protein, a factor that must be considered when judging the actual meat content of this dog food.

The eighth ingredient is whole eggs. Eggs are easy to digest and have an exceptionally high biological value.

The ninth ingredient is sunflower oil. Sunflower oil is nutritionally similar to safflower oil. Since these oils are high in omega-6 fatty acids and contain no omega-3’s, they’re considered less nutritious than canola or flaxseed oils.

Sunflower oil is notable for its resistance to heat damage during cooking.

There are several different types of sunflower oil, some better than others. Without knowing more, it’s impossible to judge the quality of this ingredient.

From here the list goes on to include a number of other items. But to be realistic, ingredients located this far down the list (other than nutritional supplements) are not likely to affect the overall rating of the product.

This recipe has four notable exceptions.

First, marine microalgae oil, which is usually included as a plant-based source of omega 3 fatty acid DHA. Studies have found DHA to be beneficial for many areas of the body, through reducing inflammation, as well as supporting brain and eye health. 

We note the inclusion of dried fermentation products in this recipe. Fermentation products are typically added as probiotics to aid with digestion.

This food also contains chelated minerals, which have been chemically attached to protein. This makes them easier to absorb. Chelated minerals are usually found in better dog foods.

Lastly, chicory root. Chicory is rich in inulin, a starch-like compound made up of repeating units of carbohydrates and found in certain roots and tubers.

Not only is inulin a natural source of soluble dietary fiber, it’s also used to promote the growth of healthy bacteria in a dog’s digestive tract.

Nutrient Analysis

Based on its ingredients alone, Artie Chicken Power Bowl Extra Protein for Picky Eaters in Bone Broth recipe looks like an above-average dry product.

The dashboard displays a dry matter protein reading of 52.7%, a fat level of 22.8% and an estimated carbohydrate level of 11.8%.

As a group, the brand features a protein content of 40.4% and a mean fat level of 22.1%. Together, these figures suggest a carbohydrate content of 25.8% for the overall product line, alongside a fat-to-protein ratio of 57%.

This means this Artie range contains above-average protein, lower than average carbohydrate, and lower than average fat compared to typical freeze-dried dog food.

Artie Dog Food Recall History

The following automated list (if present) includes all dog food recalls related to Artie through June 2026.

No recalls noted.

You can view a complete list of all dog food recalls since 2009 here.

Our Rating of Artie Freeze-Dried Dog Food

This Artie product range is created using only whole foods, which are nutritionally good for a canine. Each recipe provides an excellent source of protein with the first listed ingredient being animal meat along with other animal organs.

Highly Recommended

About

Artie was started by Scott Eller in 2018. The small company started out by making canned dog and cat food, but has since expanded to offer human-grade, gently cooked options too. In February 2023, Artie introduced portioned pet meals.

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