Stella & Chewy's Raw Blend Red Meat
Owners who want the ultimate in palatability with raw-food benefits in kibble form
Victor Purpose Nutra Pro
Active and working dogs that need high-protein nutrition at a budget price
Score Comparison
Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Stella & Chewy's Raw Blend Red Meat
Owners who want the ultimate in palatability with raw-food benefits in kibble form
Stella & Chewy's Raw Blend combines premium kibble with freeze-dried raw pieces — and dogs absolutely love it. The red meat recipe (beef, lamb, venison) is the most palatability-focused food in this comparison. At ~$2.55/day it's the most expensive, but the feeding experience is genuinely premium.
Strengths
- Freeze-dried raw-coated kibble with real beef, lamb, and venison proteins
- Highest palatability in this comparison — dogs consistently prefer it over alternatives
- No corn, wheat, soy, artificial preservatives, or by-products
Limitations
- Most expensive per day at ~$2.55 — the priciest option in this comparison
- 2021 recall of freeze-dried product line (not kibble) is a minor safety note
- Rich red meat formula may cause digestive adjustment for some dogs
When to Choose Victor Purpose Nutra Pro
Active and working dogs that need high-protein nutrition at a budget price
Victor Nutra Pro packs an impressive 38% protein at under $0.70/day — one of the best value-to-nutrition ratios available. The 2023 recall of a related product (Hi-Pro Plus) is a blemish on the safety record, though the Nutra Pro formula itself was not directly involved. Strong choice for active dogs.
Strengths
- High-protein formula (38% crude protein) ideal for active and working dogs
- Excellent value at ~$0.69/day with superior nutritional density
- Proprietary VPRO blend with prebiotics, probiotics, and mineral complexes
Limitations
- Sep/Oct 2023 recall of Victor Hi-Pro Plus line raises safety concerns
- Contains grain ingredients that some owners prefer to avoid
- Less widely available in retail stores compared to major brands
