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maxbone's mb eats line is two freeze-dried raw recipes, beef and turkey, at $34 per 1 lb bag ($68 for the minimum 2-bag order) or $61.20 per 2 bags on subscription after a 40% off first box. That works out to roughly $92 to $102 a month for a dog under 10 lb and about $430 to $480 a month for a 50 to 75 lb dog fed only maxbone, so it makes the most sense for small dogs or as a topper. The recipes are listed as complete and balanced for all life stages and have no recalls on record, but food cannot be returned under maxbone's refund policy even though the product page advertises a 14-day happiness promise.
- Price
- $34 per 1 lb bag; minimum order 2 bags for $68 (as listed October 2026)1
- Subscription
- 40% off the first order ($40.80 for 2 bags), then 10% off recurring orders ($61.20 for 2 bags); free shipping; deliveries every 14, 30 or 60 days; pause or cancel anytime1
- Recipes
- Two: Muscle Up Beef and Glow Up Turkey, freeze-dried raw, 215 kcal per ounce (beef)1
- Nutrition standard
- Complete and balanced for all life stages per AAFCO nutrient profiles; formulated by a veterinary nutritionist3
- Recalls
- None found in FDA's recall enforcement data; Dog Food Advisor notes no recalls as of October 20266
- Returns
- Food products are listed as not eligible for return in the refund policy; the food page advertises a "14-day happiness promise"2
- Shelf life
- No preservatives; maxbone says to use an opened bag within 30 days and store it in a cool, dark place3
Pros
- Complete and balanced for all life stages per AAFCO
- Short ingredient list led by beef or turkey and organ meat
- No recalls on record
- Shelf-stable with no refrigeration needed
- Flexible subscription with free shipping and easy cancellation
Cons
- Expensive for dogs over 25 lb fed only maxbone
- Only two recipes
- Minimum order of 2 bags
- Refund policy excludes food, despite a 14-day promise on the product page
- Raw diets carry handling risks that some vets advise against
Best for: Owners of small dogs, or picky eaters of any size, who want a freeze-dried raw food or topper and can pay about $2 an ounce.
Skip it if: You feed a large dog on a budget, your household includes people at higher risk from raw meat germs, or your vet has advised against raw diets.
maxbone vs. competitors
| Company | Food type | Price as listed | Price per ounce | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| maxbone mb eats | Freeze-dried raw | $34 per 16 oz bag, 2 bag minimum | About $2.13 ($1.91 on subscription) | maxbone.com only |
| Stella & Chewy's Dinner Patties | Freeze-dried raw | $35.99 to $44.99 per 14 oz bag | About $2.57 to $3.21 | Brand site and pet stores |
| Sundays for Dogs | Air-dried | Not published on the home page; set after a quiz | Not published | Subscription online |
maxbone pricing at a glance
Estimated monthly cost of feeding only maxbone, by dog weight (30-day bag counts from maxbone's chart, October 2026 prices)1
| Dog weight | Bags per 30 days | One-time price | Subscription price (after first order) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 10 lb | 3 | $102 | $91.80 |
| 10 to 25 lb | 6 | $204 | $183.60 |
| 25 to 35 lb | 9 | $306 | $275.40 |
| 35 to 50 lb | 11 | $374 | $336.60 |
| 50 to 75 lb | 14 | $476 | $428.40 |
| 75 to 100 lb | 19 | $646 | $581.40 |
Our math: bags times $34 one-time or $30.60 on subscription (10% off). Bag counts are maxbone's estimates for one moderately active adult dog; puppies and very active dogs need about 20% more. Fed as a topper, maxbone suggests 2 to 7 bags per 30 days depending on size. Your first subscription order is 40% off.
maxbone, step by step
Pick a recipe
Choose beef or turkey. Both are freeze-dried raw and listed as complete and balanced for all life stages.
Choose one-time or subscription
One-time orders are 2 bags for $68. Subscriptions take 40% off the first order and 10% off after that, with delivery every 14, 30 or 60 days.
Set the bag count
Use maxbone's chart: for example, a 10 to 25 lb dog fed only maxbone needs about 6 bags every 30 days, or 2 bags as a topper.
Serve and store
Scoop and serve dry or rehydrated. Store bags in a cool, dark place and use an opened bag within 30 days.
Manage or cancel
Change products, quantity, frequency or cancel in the Recurring Subscription tab of your maxbone account. maxbone emails a reminder 3 days before each shipment.
How much is maxbone dog food?
As listed in October 2026, each 1 lb (16 oz) bag of maxbone freeze-dried raw food costs $34, and the smallest order is 2 bags for $68. On subscription, your first order is 40% off ($40.80 for 2 bags), then you pay 10% off ($61.20 for 2 bags). Shipping is free on subscriptions.
What you spend each month depends on your dog’s size. Using maxbone’s own bag chart for one moderately active adult dog fed only maxbone, our math comes to about $92 to $102 a month under 10 lb, $184 to $204 at 10 to 25 lb, $337 to $374 at 35 to 50 lb and $428 to $476 at 50 to 75 lb. As a topper, the chart drops to 2 to 7 bags a month, or about $61 to $214 on subscription.
Older reviews list $68 per bag. That figure is for the 2-bag order, not a single bag.
maxbone legitimacy and licensing
Yes. maxbone is a pet supplies brand that sells leashes, carriers, beds and apparel along with its mb eats freeze-dried food. Dog Food Advisor rates the food 5 stars and notes no recalls, and we found no maxbone recalls in FDA’s recall enforcement data. Trustpilot shows 4.4 out of 5 from 75 reviews across the whole brand.
Read the marketing with care. The “rated #1 freeze-dried dog food” line refers to Dog Food Advisor, and figures such as “97% of nutrients preserved” and “66% less waste” are general claims about freeze-dried food, not tests of maxbone’s recipes.
What's in maxbone food
The beef recipe lists beef, beef kidney, liver, heart and tripe first, followed by fish oil, carrot, sweet potato, broccoli, blueberry, spinach and seaweed meal, plus chelated minerals and vitamin E. The guaranteed analysis is at least 43% protein and 30% fat, with 215 kcal per ounce. maxbone says there are no added hormones, antibiotics, colors, fillers or flavorings, and that meats are U.S. sourced.
The recipes were formulated by a veterinary nutritionist and are labeled complete and balanced for all life stages under AAFCO nutrient profiles. Freeze-dried raw food is very rich, so increase it slowly and talk to your vet if your dog has pancreatitis, kidney disease or a sensitive stomach.
What customers say about maxbone
Recurring themes across the review sites and complaint records listed above, not individual quotes.
Common praise
- Picky eaters finish their bowls
- Easy to serve with no thawing
- Better coat and energy reported by owners
- Short, recognizable ingredient list
Common complaints
- High cost for medium and large dogs
- Incomplete or incorrect orders
- Only two recipes to rotate
Returns, the happiness promise and canceling
The food product page advertises a “14-day happiness promise.” maxbone’s written refund policy, however, lists food products, treats and grooming items as not eligible for return. Before you order, email maxbone and ask how the promise works for opened food, and keep the reply.
Subscriptions can be changed, skipped or canceled in the Recurring Subscription tab of your account, and maxbone emails a reminder 3 days before each shipment. Orders can be canceled only until they are processed, which takes 2 to 5 business days.
Raw food safety
Freeze-drying removes water but is not a cooking step, so treat maxbone like raw meat. The FDA warns that raw pet food can carry Salmonella and Listeria, which can sicken pets and people. Wash your hands, bowls and scoops after serving, and take extra care in homes with young children, older adults or anyone with a weak immune system.
Who should skip maxbone
maxbone is hard to justify as the only food for a large dog, since a 75 to 100 lb dog would need about 19 bags a month. If you want to try freeze-dried raw on a budget, use it as a topper, or compare per-ounce prices with brands sold in pet stores. If your vet does not recommend raw diets for your dog, choose a cooked complete and balanced food instead.
Alternatives to maxbone
- maxbone as a topper If full feeding is too expensive, maxbone's chart suggests 2 to 7 bags a month as a topper on your dog's current complete food, which cuts the cost sharply.
- Stella & Chewy's freeze-dried Better if you want many protein choices and the option to buy in pet stores instead of a subscription.
- Sundays for Dogs An air-dried option for owners who want scoop-and-serve convenience without raw meat. Read review
- A complete and balanced kibble The lowest cost route; look for an AAFCO complete and balanced statement for your dog's life stage and ask your vet if your dog has health issues.
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Frequently asked questions
What are maxbone dog food prices?
$34 per 1 lb bag as listed in October 2026, sold in a minimum of 2 bags for $68. On subscription it is $40.80 for your first 2 bags, then $61.20 per 2 bags.
How much does maxbone cost per month?
It depends on your dog's weight. Using maxbone's bag chart and October 2026 prices, a dog under 10 lb fed only maxbone costs about $92 to $102 a month, and a 50 to 75 lb dog about $428 to $476.
Is maxbone dog food good?
Dog Food Advisor rates it 5 stars for its meat and organ heavy recipes, and it is listed as complete and balanced for all life stages. The downsides are the price and only two recipes.
Is maxbone food raw?
Yes. It is freeze-dried raw, not cooked. Handle it like raw meat and wash hands and bowls after feeding.
Where is maxbone dog food made?
maxbone says its meats are U.S. sourced, and Dog Food Advisor lists the food as made in the USA. maxbone does not name its manufacturing plant on its site.
Has maxbone dog food been recalled?
We found no maxbone recalls in FDA's recall enforcement data, and Dog Food Advisor notes none as of October 2026.
Can I return maxbone dog food?
The refund policy says food products cannot be returned, but the food page advertises a 14-day happiness promise. Ask maxbone in writing how the promise applies before you buy.
How do I cancel a maxbone subscription?
Log in to your maxbone account and use the Recurring Subscription tab to skip, change or cancel. You get a reminder email 3 days before each shipment.
How long does maxbone food last?
maxbone says to use an opened bag within 30 days and store it in a cool, dark place. It contains no preservatives and does not need refrigeration.
Can I use maxbone as a topper?
Yes. maxbone's chart suggests 2 to 7 bags a month as a topper depending on your dog's size, compared with 3 to 23 bags for full feeding.
Sources (11)
Facts on this page come from company websites, government agencies and regulators, checked on the dates shown. Editorial standards
- maxbone: Freeze-dried Raw Beef Recipe product page (price, subscription, bag chart, ingredients) (accessed October 12, 2026)
- maxbone: Refund policy (accessed October 12, 2026)
- maxbone: FAQs (accessed October 12, 2026)
- maxbone: Shipping information (accessed October 12, 2026)
- maxbone: Freeze-dried Raw Turkey Recipe (accessed October 12, 2026)
- Dog Food Advisor: maxbone freeze-dried raw dog food review (accessed October 12, 2026)
- openFDA: Food recall enforcement search for maxbone (accessed October 12, 2026)
- Trustpilot: maxbone reviews (accessed October 12, 2026)
- Stella & Chewy's: Freeze-dried raw dinner patties (product pages and catalog prices) (accessed October 12, 2026)
- Sundays for Dogs: Home page (accessed October 12, 2026)
- FDA: Get the facts, raw pet food diets can be dangerous to you and your pet (accessed October 12, 2026)
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