About ORIJEN Wild Reserve Free-Run Chicken
ORIJEN Wild Reserve Free-Run Chicken is a high-protein, grain-free dry dog food that mixes ORIJEN kibble with freeze-dried chicken breast pieces. The first five ingredients are fresh chicken, raw turkey, raw salmon, raw whole herring and fresh chicken giblets (liver, heart and gizzard).
Rather than buying a kibble and a separate topper, Wild Reserve mixes the freeze-dried pieces right into the bag, so every scoop has both. The chicken and turkey are free-run, which ORIJEN defines as birds that aren't kept in cages and can move freely in a barn. It's crafted in Canada by Champion Petfoods.
| Detail | What you get |
|---|---|
| Brand | ORIJEN (Champion Petfoods) |
| Food type | Grain-free, high-protein dry dog food with freeze-dried pieces |
| Main proteins | Chicken, turkey, salmon, herring, mackerel, sardine |
| Freeze-dried pieces | Chicken breast |
| Protein | 38% (min) |
| Life stage | All life stages |
| Calories | 3,900 kcal/kg · 468 kcal per cup |
| Bag sizes | 1.8 kg, 5.4 kg and 9.1 kg |
| Made in | Canada |
Is ORIJEN Wild Reserve Free-Run Chicken Right for Your Dog?
A good fit if:
- Your dog does well on poultry and fish.
- Your dog gets bored with plain kibble. The freeze-dried pieces add texture and variety to every bowl.
- You want a very high-protein, grain-free food without adding toppers yourself.
- You feed one food to dogs of different ages.
Maybe not the best choice if:
- Your dog is sensitive to chicken, turkey, fish or eggs.
- Your dog needs a lower-calorie diet. At 468 kcal per cup, portions are small.
- You're feeding a large-breed puppy and want a food made for controlled growth. ORIJEN Puppy Large is designed for that.
- Your vet has asked you to avoid grain-free or legume-rich diets. Look at ORIJEN Amazing Grains instead, which uses whole grains in place of lentils and beans.
Ingredients
Fresh chicken (28%), raw turkey (5%), raw salmon (5%), raw whole herring (5%), fresh chicken giblets (liver, heart, gizzard) (5%), dehydrated chicken (4.5%), dehydrated turkey (4.5%), dehydrated mackerel (4.5%), dehydrated sardine (4.5%), dehydrated herring (4.5%), whole red lentils, whole pinto beans, freeze-dried chicken (4%), fresh eggs (3.5%), raw turkey liver (3.5%), chicken fat (3%), whole green lentils, whole navy beans, whole chickpeas, whole peas, lentil fibre, whitefish oil (0.5%), dried apple fibre, dried kelp, yeast (S. cerevisiae), fresh whole pumpkin, fresh whole butternut squash, fresh whole zucchini, fresh whole carrots, fresh whole apples, fresh whole pears, fresh kale, fresh spinach, fresh beet greens, fresh turnip greens, whole cranberries, whole blueberries, dried chicory root, turmeric, althea root, rosehips, juniper berries.
Added vitamins and minerals: Zinc proteinate, copper proteinate, vitamin E and B-complex vitamins. Preserved naturally with tocopherols (vitamin E), citric acid and rosemary extract.
In plain terms: the first ten ingredients are all poultry or fish, so most of the protein comes from animal sources. The freeze-dried chicken (4%) is the visible pieces in the bag. Lentils, beans, chickpeas and peas provide carbohydrates and fibre in place of grains, and dried chicory root adds prebiotic fibre for digestion.
Salmon, herring, mackerel and sardine add omega-3 fatty acids (DHA and EPA) for skin and coat.
Guaranteed Analysis and Calories
| Nutrient | As fed | Dry matter (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
| Crude protein (min) | 38% | 43% |
| Crude fat (min) | 18% | 20% |
| Crude fibre (max) | 4% | 4.5% |
| Moisture (max) | 12% | — |
| Crude ash | 9% | 10% |
| Calcium | 1.4% | 1.6% |
| Phosphorus | 1.1% | 1.2% |
| Omega-6 / Omega-3 | 3% / 1% | — |
| DHA / EPA | 0.3% / 0.2% | — |
Calories: 3,900 kcal per kg, or about 468 kcal per standard 250 ml (120 g) cup. About 39% of calories come from protein, 19% from carbohydrates and 42% from fat.
Nutritional adequacy: Formulated for all life stages.
Dry matter figures are our own estimate, calculated by removing the 12% moisture, so you can compare this food fairly with wet or raw foods.
Feeding and Switching Foods
How much to feed: Use the feeding chart on the bag as a starting point and split the daily amount into two meals. This is a calorie-dense food (468 kcal per cup), so most dogs need less of it than a typical kibble. Adjust to keep your dog at a healthy weight.
Puppies: ORIJEN suggests feeding small and medium-breed puppies about twice the adult amount at 1½ to 3 months, 1½ times at 3 to 6 months, and 1¼ times at 6 to 11 months.
Switching foods: Mix the new food into your dog's current food over 7 to 10 days, adding a little more each day. A slower switch helps avoid an upset stomach, especially for dogs with sensitive digestion.
Water and storage: Always keep fresh water available. Keep the bag sealed in a cool, dry place.
Shipping and Pickup
Available for delivery and store pickup. See our Shipping Information page for delivery areas and times.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the pieces in ORIJEN Wild Reserve Free-Run Chicken?
They're 100% chicken breast, freeze-dried to keep the flavour. They're mixed into the kibble, so there's nothing extra to add.
Is it grain-free?
Yes. It has no grains. Lentils, beans, chickpeas and peas provide the carbohydrates instead.
How is it different from ORIJEN Original?
ORIJEN Original is a poultry-and-fish kibble on its own. Wild Reserve Free-Run Chicken adds freeze-dried chicken breast pieces to the bag for extra texture and flavour.
What does free-run mean?
ORIJEN says its free-run chickens and turkeys aren't housed in cages and can move around a barn, without outdoor access.
How many calories are in a cup?
About 468 kcal per standard 250 ml cup, or 3,900 kcal per kg.
Can puppies eat it?
ORIJEN lists it for all life stages. For large-breed puppies we suggest ORIJEN Puppy Large, which is made for their slower growth.