Viva Rawpartner linkTrustpilot 3.7 · rated “Average”
Viva Raw review: raw recipes, calories and cost per day
Viva Raw Beef for Dogs costs an estimated $9.59 a day for a 30 lb adult, using its catalog price checked October 21, 2026. That buys 527 g (18.6 oz) a day; the recipe is for adult maintenance, not puppies.
Viva RawBeef for Dogs
527g
a day · 18.6 oz · 744 kcal
Price a day
$9.59
$292 a month · Catalog price for 2 lb
Viva Raw: 527 grams a day, $9.59 a day. 744 kcal a day for a 30 lb adult, neutered, 1–3 hours calm walks.
Estimates for healthy dogs at ideal weight. Ask your vet; weigh monthly and adjust. How we calculate
Recipes
Which recipes does Viva Raw offer?
Viva Raw lists Beef for Dogs as a raw adult recipe with 1,411 kcal ME per kg as fed. It ships frozen, so allow freezer space rather than treating it as a shelf-stable food.
The brand describes Pure Recipes as prey model-based base mixes without added vegetables or supplements. It also offers a separate Turkey & Beef Puppy Recipe formulated for growth.
Beef for Dogs, Pure Recipes and the puppy recipe have different stated roles.
- $8.25/lb
Beef for Dogs
1,411 kcal/kgRaw · adult · raw
“‘info’: ‘~40 Kilocalories per ounce.’, ‘file’: //vivarawpets.com/cdn/shop/files/Viva_Complete_Nutritional_Analysis_-_Beef_for_Dogs”
- In the brand’s words
Pure Recipes
calories not on the label page“Our pure pet foodrecipes are prey model-based base mixes (80% muscle, 10% secreting organ, 10% bone) with no added veggies or supplements.”vivarawpets.com
- In the brand’s words
Turkey & Beef Puppy Recipe
calories not on the label page“For puppies, we have a specifically formulated raw puppy foodformulated Turkey & Beef Recipe That is optimized for the growth stage, including large breed dogs! We highly recommend using this recipe before your pup is year old—you can switch to our other dog recipes after they have reached adulthood.”vivarawpets.com
Cost for your dog
What will your dog cost daily?
At the Viva Raw catalog price used above, the chart runs from $3.80 a day for the 10 lb adult to $19.20 for the 60 lb active adult. Estimates exclude tax and shipping.
The calorie method uses FEDIAF, AAHA and WSAVA formulas, then converts calories to food weight. The puppy row is arithmetic only: Viva Raw says this adult recipe is not for growing puppies. Ask your vet about puppy feeding.
Dog size and activity change the daily bill; the puppy calculation is not a feeding recommendation.
- 10 lb adult209 g a day · $116 a month$3.80
- 30 lb adult527 g a day · $292 a month$9.59
- 60 lb active adult1,055 g a day · $584 a month$19.20
- 4-month puppy, 15 lb638 g a day · $353 a month$11.60
Adult recipe: the brand says it is not for growing puppies.
| 10 lb adult | $3.80 |
|---|---|
| 30 lb adult | $9.59 |
| 60 lb active adult | $19.20 |
| 4-month puppy, 15 lb | $11.60 |
How ordering works
Do you have to subscribe?
How the plan is set
“The total charge is based on weight & destination and we recommend ordering in 36 LB increments to save.”vivarawpets.com
First box
“‘50% off your first 10 LB Sampler! Start Now’”vivarawpets.com
Delivery
“Hawaii & Alaska destinations will ship via 2-Day Express.”vivarawpets.com
Viva Raw allows one-time boxes or subscriptions. It says the total charge depends on weight and destination, and recommends ordering in 36 lb increments. Its advertised 50% discount applies to the first 10 lb Sampler, not ongoing orders.
Subscriptions can arrive every 2, 4, 6 or 8 weeks. Viva Raw says the next box cannot be adjusted after its Wednesday charge. Pause and cancellation terms were not available in the checked material.
Subscribing is optional, and the sampler offer is separate from ongoing food costs.
Delivery and storage
How is it delivered and stored?
Viva Raw says it ships throughout the US, with Alaska and Hawaii orders sent by 2-Day Express. Products ship frozen with dry ice and insulation the brand describes as biodegradable or curbside recyclable.
Beef for Dogs comes as two 1 lb packs. Viva Raw recommends using the food within 2-3 days of thawing in the refrigerator. Match pack size to daily portions before making room for an order.
Plan for frozen delivery and a short refrigerated window after thawing.
Delivery
“Tracking numbers are provided in the evening on the day your package ships.”vivarawpets.com
Storage
“We recommend using our product within 2-3 days of thawing in the refrigerator for freshness.”vivarawpets.com
Packaging
“Sold as two 1lb packages ($7.75/lb)”vivarawpets.com
On the label
What does the beef label say?
Viva Raw lists 1,411 kcal ME per kg as fed for Beef for Dogs. The brand says it is formulated to meet AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for Adult Maintenance.
Listed ingredients include beef, heart, bone, liver, organic produce, oils and supplements. Viva Raw also says its feeding calculator accounts for recipe calorie density and uses the appropriate FEDIAF formula.
The adult-maintenance statement and calorie density are the useful starting points for comparing this recipe.
| Recipe | Calories (as fed) | Life stage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beef for Dogs | 1,411 kcal/kg | Adult | Raw |
Statement: “thecalculator on our site already takes into account the calorie density of our recipes and uses the appropriate FEDIAF formula to provide a feeding…” Ingredients: “90% Humanely Raised Beef with No hormones or growth-promoting antibiotics, 8% Organic Fruits & Veggies, 2% Natural Supplements”
Owners and recalls
What do reviews and recalls show?
On October 21, 2026, Trustpilot showed 3.7 out of 5, rated “Average”; the review count was not visible. The FDA search on that date found 1 recall notice, not a guarantee of a complete recall history.
The company announcement posted by FDA on August 25, 2025 described a voluntary recall of two lots because of Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Read the recall notice separately from the owner-review score.
Same dog, other brands
How does the same dog compare?
For the same 30 lb adult, JustFoodForDogs Beef & Russet Potato comes to $12.16 a day using its store’s one-time price on October 21, 2026. That is above Viva Raw’s catalog-based estimate, not a comparison with subscription discounts.
Every row supplies the same estimated calories. Different calorie densities explain the different daily weights; price per pound alone cannot show the daily cost. See more daily food prices.
Compare equal calories and check whether each price is catalog, subscription or store shelf.
| Brand and recipe | Type | Grams a day | Per day | Per month | Price basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viva Raw Beef for Dogs | Raw | 527 g | $9.59 | $292 | Catalog price for 2 lb |
| JustFoodForDogs Beef & Russet Potato | Cooked | 477 g | $12.16 | $370 | One-time price; the first subscription box is $91.00 |
| Maev Raw | Raw | 722 g | $14.25 | $433 | Subscription price; one-time $206 |
| Smallbatch Pork Sliders Freeze-Dried Raw | Freeze-dried | 155 g | $14.45 | $439 | Catalog price on the brand store |
| JustFoodForDogs Fish & Sweet Potato | Cooked | 807 g | $15.42 | $469 | Catalog price on the brand store |
| Nom Nom Beef Mash | Cooked | 623 g | $15.60 | $474 | PetSmart shelf price, not the subscription |
| Smallbatch Duck Sliders Freeze-Dried Raw | Freeze-dried | 149 g | $16.35 | $497 | Catalog price on the brand store |
| Maev USDA Beef | Raw | 676 g | — | — | no open price |
Who it fits
Who might consider Viva Raw?
Viva Raw suits an adult-dog comparison where an open price and published calorie figure matter. It is also sold in stores, rather than only through delivery.
Beef for Dogs is not the puppy option. For weight loss, allergies, illness or large-breed puppies, ask your vet. Calorie estimates are starting points: weigh your dog monthly and adjust the amount as needed.
Consider the adult recipe only when its life stage and frozen-food storage requirements fit.
- Open pricePrice per pound is listed before checkout.Suits
- Calories on the label page1,411 kcal/kg for Beef for Dogs.Suits
- Sold in storesAlso on store shelves, not only by delivery.Suits
- Growing puppiesThe recipe checked is for adult maintenance.Not for
Partner links
Where to check Viva Raw prices
- Viva RawRawCheck price at Viva Raw (partner link, opens in a new tab)partner link
Buttons open the brand’s store in a new tab. They are partner links: if you buy, this site may earn a commission at no cost to you. Order and prices on this page do not depend on it.
Questions
Viva Raw: short answers
What do Viva Raw reviews say on Trustpilot?
The recorded Trustpilot score is 3.7 out of 5, rated “Average.” This is an owner-review platform score, not a feeding trial or a rating by this site.
Has Viva Raw had a recall?
Yes. The FDA-posted company announcement described a recall involving Ground Beef for Dogs and Ground Chicken for Dogs and Cats. It says only Lots 21495 and 21975 were affected.
Why is this Viva Raw cost above its advertised average?
Viva Raw quotes an average of $6-7 a day for a 30 lb dog eating a variety of proteins. This estimate uses Beef for Dogs specifically, its catalog price and the example dog’s estimated calorie needs.
Do you cook Viva Raw before feeding?
Viva Raw instructs owners to thaw and feed. Its storage guidance recommends using the product within 2-3 days of thawing in the refrigerator.
Sources
- 1FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines 2025europeanpetfood.org · checked Oct 21, 2026
- 2Viva Raw: Beef for Dogsvivarawpets.com · checked Oct 21, 2026
- 3Trustpilot: vivarawpets.comtrustpilot.com · checked Oct 21, 2026
- 4FDA: Viva Raw recalls two lots of dog and cat foods (Salmonella and Listeria)fda.gov · checked Oct 21, 2026
- 5Viva Raw: FAQsvivarawpets.com · checked Oct 21, 2026
- 6Viva Raw: How Much to Feedvivarawpets.com · checked Oct 21, 2026
- 7Viva Raw: Shipping policyvivarawpets.com · checked Oct 21, 2026
- 8JustFoodForDogs: Beef Russet Potatojustfoodfordogs.com · checked Oct 21, 2026