Freeze-Dried Acana Beef Treats for Dogs 227 g

Acana Beef Freeze-Dried Pieces: ready-to-serve raw bites, 227 g bag

The Acana beef freeze-dried pieces are a complete raw food in freeze-dried form, pre-cut into ready-to-serve bites. 90% animal ingredients : beef, liver, kidneys, tripe, bone, plus whole mackerel and beef bone broth. Single-protein red meat (beef only), with no chicken, no turkey, no lamb, and no pork. Cold freeze-drying helps preserve raw nutrients. Formulated AAFCO all life stages (except growth of large-breed puppies). Bite-size format is ideal for high-value rewards or a quick topper. 227 g bag.

Why choose Acana beef freeze-dried pieces?

• Ready-to-serve bite format : no need to crumble, just give them straight
• 90% animal ingredients : beef, liver, kidneys, tripe, beef bone, whole mackerel
• Cold freeze-dried : preserves raw enzymes and nutrients
• Single-protein beef : no other land meat (except mackerel as an omega-3 source)
• With no chicken, no turkey, no lamb, and no pork
• Beef bone broth infused: exceptional palatability
• No grains, no added legumes : very clean recipe
• Organic vegetables and fruits : pumpkin, butternut squash, carrots, pears
• AAFCO all life stages (except growth for dogs expected to be >70 lb as adults)
• 4,200 kcal/kg, ~25 kcal per piece (varies by piece size)
• Made by Champion Petfoods (same facilities as Orijen)

Pieces vs Patties: how to choose?

3 ways to use freeze-dried pieces

1. High-value training reward (preferred use)

Ready-to-serve bite format: ideal for training sessions. More effective than an ordinary treat for working on tough behaviors: recall, escape prevention, veterinary handling. Keep a bag in your pocket or in the car.

2. Quick topper on kibble

Add a handful of pieces directly on top of the usual kibble ration to boost nutritional value and palatability. Handy for picky dogs or when transitioning to a premium brand.

3. Complete meal while traveling or at the cabin

Compact, lightweight, and no refrigeration needed. Can be used as a complete meal for short periods (travel, camping, vacations). Lightly rehydrate with a little warm water to increase hydration, or serve as is with water beside it.

Calorie breakdown

Full ingredient list

Beef, beef liver, whole mackerel, pumpkin, natural fish flavor, beef bone, beef tripe, beef bone broth, calcium carbonate, beef kidneys, organic butternut squash, organic carrots, organic pear, salt, dried chicory root, turmeric, dried kelp, mixed tocopherols (preservative), zinc proteinate, vitamins (vitamin E supplement, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement), citric acid (preservative), rosemary extract.

Note: the pieces recipe uses whole mackerel as its marine omega-3 source, while the patties recipe uses herring. Equivalent nutritional profile.

Feeding guide

Training reward

1 to 3 pieces per rewarded behavior repetition. For a 15-20 minute training session, count on 10 to 20 pieces. Adjust regular daily rations accordingly.

Quick topper

A handful of pieces directly on the usual kibble ration. Equal to about 10-15% of the ration in calorie value. Adjust the kibble amount to avoid weight gain.

Complete meal (travel)

About 5 to 7 pieces per kg of the dog's body weight per day, split into 2 meals. Lightly rehydrate with warm water. Best used for short periods.

Storage: keep at room temperature in the sealed bag. Once opened, use within 4 to 6 weeks for optimal freshness.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between pieces and patties?

Same ingredients (with one variation: mackerel in the pieces vs herring in the beef patties), same process, same quality. The format changes: the pieces are pre-cut into ready-to-serve bites, perfect for rewards or quick toppers. The patties are larger and crumble by hand, making them more practical for substantial toppers or full meals.

Is this a treat or a complete food?

Legally, it is an AAFCO complete food. But the ready-to-serve bite format is typically used as a high-value reward or as a topper, rather than as the only meal.

My dog is allergic to chicken — is this a good option?

Yes. The beef recipe is a single-protein red meat. The only other animal ingredient is whole mackerel (fish) for omega-3s. No trace of chicken, turkey, lamb, or pork.

For a large-breed puppy?

The beef recipe is the only one of the 4 flavors that is NOT recommended for growth in dogs expected to be >70 lb as adults. If your puppy will reach that size, look instead at the Duck, Turkey or Chicken recipes, formulated for AAFCO all life stages including large breed.

Why mackerel instead of herring?

Minor formulation difference between the pieces and patties versions: the beef pieces use mackerel as the omega-3 source (herring in the patties). Both are fatty fish rich in DHA/EPA, and the nutritional profile remains equivalent.

Why buy from Sherbrooke Canin?

Acana freeze-dried pieces are our premium choice for training rewards or quick toppers. The beef recipe is our choice for dogs allergic to poultry. Our team can help you choose the recipe and format that fit your needs.

Have a question? Contact the Sherbrooke Canin team — we love to help!