Maxbone at a Glance
Pet services: Dogs only
Delivery fee: Free shipping available on subscription orders
Ingredient quality: Freeze-dried raw, single-sourced USDA animal protein, vet-formulated, AAFCO-complete for all life stages
Pros
- Single-sourced USDA proteins — no by-products or fillers.
- Freeze-drying preserves up to 97% of nutrients; up to 1.5x more digestible than kibble.
- No refrigeration needed; shelf-stable for up to 2 years.
- Flexible subscription — pause, skip, or cancel anytime.
- Free shipping on subscription orders.
Cons
How It Works
Getting started is straightforward. You go to food.maxbone.com and take a short quiz — a few questions about your dog's age, weight, breed, and eating habits. Based on your answers, Maxbone builds a personalized feeding plan that specifies which recipe and how much to feed per day.
Once you're a subscriber, meals are delivered on a repeating schedule you control. You can pause, skip a delivery, or cancel entirely from your account dashboard. When your bag arrives there's no prep: scoop straight from the bag into your dog's bowl, or rehydrate with a little warm water to boost aroma and hydration.
Most owners report noticing changes — shinier coat, more energy, better digestion — within the first few weeks, which aligns with what the brand claims on its site.
Food Variety
Maxbone currently offers two core freeze-dried recipes, both grain-free and gluten-free:
"Glow Up" Turkey (Skin & Coat Formula): turkey and turkey liver as the first ingredients, with spinach, sweet potato, chia seeds, cranberries, blueberries, coconut oil, and fish oil. Aimed at dogs with sensitive stomachs or dull coats.
"Muscle Up" Beef (Vitality & Strength Formula): grass-fed beef, beef bone, beef fat, beef kidney, beef heart, and beef stomach, with broccoli, spinach, sweet potato, blueberries, and seaweed. A high-protein option for active dogs.
Both recipes are AAFCO-complete for all life stages — puppy through senior — so you don't need a different product as your dog ages. Ingredient lists are fully transparent: no "natural flavors," no rendered by-products, and no corn, wheat, or soy. A duck option is also available on the subscription page for added variety.
Additional Products Available
Beyond the food line, the main maxbone.com site offers freeze-dried treats, a calming shampoo, a coat spray, leashes, harnesses, carrier bags, beds, toys, and bowls. For dog owners who want a single brand across food and everyday supplies, it's a useful bonus.
Pricing
Subscription pricing is personalized based on your dog's size and plan — exact figures are confirmed after the quiz. Individual bag prices are visible on the site. Here's a snapshot based on current listings:
Recipe | Price / bag | Bags/month (est.) | Est. monthly cost |
Freeze-Dried Beef | $34 | 2 (up to 12 lbs) | ~$68 |
Freeze-Dried Turkey | $34 | 4 (13–40 lbs) | ~$136 |
Duck Meal | $24 | 6 (41–70 lbs) | ~$144 |
Prices reflect per-bag figures listed on the site at time of writing. Actual subscription totals depend on your dog's size and delivery frequency and are confirmed during the quiz. Always check food.maxbone.com for current pricing.
Help & Support
Customer support is available by email at info@maxbone.com, Monday through Friday, 9 am–5 pm PST. There is no live chat listed on the food site. The FAQ page covers the most common questions about ingredients, feeding amounts, subscriptions, and returns, so many queries can be resolved without needing to contact the team directly.
What Pet Parents Have to Say About Maxbone
Angie B. (Cavalier)
"My Cavalier Elizabeth is a very picky eater. I tried several different foods ranging from kibble to raw to lightly cooked and she walked away from all of them. So I decided to try the Beef Meal. She licked her bowl clean and looked up at me as if to ask for more. I am beyond thrilled with this nutritious and tasty food." — Angie B., Cavalier owner
Source: food.maxbone.com
Taylor G. (King Charles Cavalier Spaniel)
"I have a 7-year-old King Charles Cavalier Spaniel, and she is a VERY PICKY EATER. I've tried almost every brand of food, and she refuses them all. I decided to give Maxbone a try and I'm happy to report my girl is HAPPILY EATING FOR THE FIRST TIME IN HER LIFE!" — Taylor G.
Source: food.maxbone.com
Rocco H. (Mixed Breed)
"Miss P, aka Prudence, absolutely loves this food. She can be a picky eater, but loved this food from the start! It seems easy on her stomach which can be sensitive. Can't be more happy with this food." — Rocco H., Mixed Breed owner
Source: food.maxbone.com
Conclusion
If you've been looking to move your dog away from kibble but find raw or fresh-food prep too involved, Maxbone is a reasonable middle ground. The freeze-dried format delivers the nutritional profile of a raw diet — whole proteins, intact enzymes, real superfoods — with the convenience of scooping from a shelf-stable bag.
It's particularly well-suited for picky eaters. Reviewer after reviewer describes dogs who refused everything else eating this food without hesitation. Ingredient quality is strong: single-sourced USDA proteins, no by-products, no fillers, and a fully readable label. The vet formulation and AAFCO certification confirm it's a complete, balanced diet. The #1 DogFoodAdvisor ranking is worth noting with context — DogFoodAdvisor is owned by Wag Group, Maxbone's parent company, though the brand states that ratings are overseen by an independent veterinary nutritionist.
The main drawbacks are limited protein variety (two options on the main food site) and a higher per-bag cost than kibble — both common trade-offs in the freeze-dried category. Overall, it's a well-formulated option for owners who want to feed closer to a raw diet without the prep or refrigeration.
