Is Orijen Small Breed good for puppies?

The recipe is sold for small-breed adult dogs, and the listing's life-stage fields conflict. Check the bag's feeding chart for your dog's age, and ask your vet before feeding it to a puppy.

How much should I feed a small dog?

Follow the bag's weight-based chart and adjust for activity and body condition. A 10 lb dog typically gets well under a cup a day, so the 3.97 lb bag lasts a few weeks.

Yes. Orijen Small Breed is grain-free and relies on meat, fish and vegetables rather than grains.

Will it help a picky eater?

Many owners report picky small dogs eat it readily because of the high meat and fish content. Transition slowly over a week to avoid stomach upset.

Is $26.39 a good price?

That is the best new price across two stores as of November 7, 2026. At about $6.65 per pound it sits in the premium range, so compare larger bag sizes for a lower cost per pound.

A 3.97 lb bag of dry kibble. The recipe lists chicken, turkey, haddock, salmon, whole whiting, liver, egg, pumpkin, peas and apple among its ingredients.

Where is the Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food cheapest?

At Petco.com, for $26.39, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food?

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 2,800 ratings.

Where can I buy the Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food?

6 stores we checked sell it, including Petco.com, Chewy.com, Chewy, Petco, Tractor Supply Co.

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Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food

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$26.39at Petco.comObserved at 11:33 PM

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Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food

Best price now

$26.39at Petco.comObserved at 11:33 PM

Compared across 2 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

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Our take on the Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food

Orijen Small Breed is a grain-free dry kibble built on 85% animal ingredients, with chicken, turkey, haddock, salmon and whole whiting leading the recipe. It follows Orijen's WholePrey approach, using meat, organs and bone, and is aimed at small dogs with sensitive stomachs or picky appetites. The 3.97 lb bag is $26.39 at Petco.com as of November 7, 2026, the best of two stores pricing it new.

Best forOwners of small-breed dogsDogs with sensitive stomachsPicky eaters that need temptingGrain-free feeding plans

Pros

85% animal ingredients, high meat content
WholePrey recipe includes organs and bone
Grain-free with named meats and fish
Small kibble size suits mini breeds
Rich in omega-3 and omega-6 for coat and skin

Cons

Premium price per pound
Rich formula can upset dogs new to high-protein food
Strong fish and meat smell
Small 3.97 lb bag runs out fast in multi-dog homes
Not for dogs with poultry or fish sensitivities

Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food prices at every store

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Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food price history

Lowest price we've seen: $26.39 on Nov 7 at Petco.com. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 7.

What reviewers say

4.7 / 52,800 ratings

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from about 2,800 ratings, Orijen Small Breed draws praise for its ingredient list and for getting fussy small dogs to eat. Owners also report better stools and coats, though some mention the cost and the smell.

What people mention

IngredientsPraisedOwners like the high proportion of named animal ingredients and the WholePrey mix of meat, organs and bone.
PalatabilityPraisedMany say picky small dogs finish the bowl, which is why it is often suggested for appetite problems.
DigestionMixedSome report firmer stools and less gas, while others saw loose stools during the switch.
SmellCriticisedThe fish and meat content gives the kibble a strong odor that some owners dislike.
PriceCriticisedOwners call it costly per pound, and the 3.97 lb bag goes quickly.
Kibble sizePraisedThe small pieces suit mini and toy breeds better than standard large-breed kibble.

Specifications

Form: Dry kibble
Life Stage: Puppy
Pet Food Type: Dog Food
Dietary Highlights: WholePrey diet
Pet Type: Dog
Suitable Health Concern: Sensitive Stomach, Appetite Stimulation
Suitable Breed: Small breeds

Questions and answers

Is Orijen Small Breed good for puppies?: The recipe is sold for small-breed adult dogs, and the listing's life-stage fields conflict. Check the bag's feeding chart for your dog's age, and ask your vet before feeding it to a puppy.
How much should I feed a small dog?: Follow the bag's weight-based chart and adjust for activity and body condition. A 10 lb dog typically gets well under a cup a day, so the 3.97 lb bag lasts a few weeks.
Is it grain-free?: Yes. Orijen Small Breed is grain-free and relies on meat, fish and vegetables rather than grains.
Will it help a picky eater?: Many owners report picky small dogs eat it readily because of the high meat and fish content. Transition slowly over a week to avoid stomach upset.
Is $26.39 a good price?: That is the best new price across two stores as of November 7, 2026. At about $6.65 per pound it sits in the premium range, so compare larger bag sizes for a lower cost per pound.
What is in the bag?: A 3.97 lb bag of dry kibble. The recipe lists chicken, turkey, haddock, salmon, whole whiting, liver, egg, pumpkin, peas and apple among its ingredients.
Where is the Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food cheapest?: At Petco.com, for $26.39, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food?: Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 2,800 ratings.
Where can I buy the Orijen Small Breed Dry Dog Food?: 6 stores we checked sell it, including Petco.com, Chewy.com, Chewy, Petco, Tractor Supply Co.