Updated 2026-02-26 · 5 min read
💰 Premium Pet Food Costs Add Up Fast
Freshpet fresh dog food costs $3-$7 per pound depending on the product line — significantly more than standard dry kibble ($1-2/lb). For a 50-lb dog eating 2 lbs/day, that's $180-$420/month ($2,160-$5,040/year) vs. $60-$120/month for quality dry food. Fresh food subscription services like The Farmer's Dog ($2-$12/day) and Ollie ($5-$12/day) are even pricier. The question isn't whether fresh food is better — it's whether the 3-5x price difference matches a 3-5x improvement in your dog's health.
Freshpet is primarily sold in retail stores (Walmart, Target, Petco, PetSmart) in refrigerated fridges — it's not a subscription service by default. However, you might have:
Chewy autoship:
Amazon Subscribe & Save:
MyFreshpet plan:
💡 What Vets Actually Say
Most veterinary nutritionists recommend WSAVA-compliant brands (Purina, Hill's, Royal Canin, Iams, Eukanuba) over boutique fresh food brands. These companies conduct feeding trials and employ board-certified veterinary nutritionists. "Fresh" and "human-grade" are marketing terms, not quality indicators. Ask your vet before spending 3-5x more on food your dog may not benefit from.
💸 Savings
Switching a 50-lb dog from Freshpet ($250/month avg) to Purina Pro Plan ($80/month) saves $2,040/year. That's enough for annual vet visits, dental cleanings, AND a nice vacation with your dog.
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