Short answer
VeggieDent FR3SH is a plant-based chew with no animal-derived ingredients, carrying a VOHC plaque and tartar claim since 2020. It suits dogs that must avoid chicken, beef or other animal proteins; check the pouch for the full plant-ingredient list. It is gluten-free but not grain-free, and the Medium size covers a wide 22 to 66 lb band.
- Fits: dogs of any size that need an animal-free chew and tolerate grains.
- Skip or check first: dogs with a grain allergy or a plant-ingredient sensitivity (read the pouch list first), and puppies not yet eating solid food comfortably.
- Caveat: a Medium chew gives the same 75 kcal to a 25 lb dog and a 65 lb dog.
Checking this chew
This page leans on the Virbac US product page for sizes, weights, calories, feeding and diet claims. The full ingredient list is printed on the pouch; we did not find it on a page we could read, so we do not reproduce it. The seal is read from the VOHC accepted products list. We compare published data, checked on October 13, 2026; we do not test chews, and Amazon content is not used.
VeggieDent FR3SH key facts
- Maker
- Virbac (C.E.T. line)
- VOHC
- Plaque and Tartar claim, seal year 2020, checked on October 13, 2026. Row: “C.E.T. VEGGIEDENT FR3SH Chews for Dogs, all sizes”
- Minimum age
- Puppies once they eat solid food with ease; supervise (manufacturer)
- Feeding
- Once daily
- Texture
- Not published on the manufacturer page we checked (2026-10-13)
- Grain-free
- No. Gluten-free, but the manufacturer says it contains grain proteins
- Contains chicken
- No. Plant-based with no animal-derived ingredients (manufacturer)
- Made in
- Not published on the manufacturer page we checked (2026-10-13)
Sizes by dog weight
| Size | Dog weight | kcal per chew | Chew weight | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extra Small | Under 11 lb | 24 | Not published on the manufacturer page we checked (2026-10-13) | Manufacturer (us.virbac.com) |
| Small | 11–22 lb | 48 | Not published on the manufacturer page we checked (2026-10-13) | Manufacturer (us.virbac.com) |
| Medium | 22–66 lb | 75 | Not published on the manufacturer page we checked (2026-10-13) | Manufacturer (us.virbac.com) |
| Large | Over 66 lb | 105 | Not published on the manufacturer page we checked (2026-10-13) | Manufacturer (us.virbac.com) |
Four sizes cover the whole range, with only Extra Small and Large open at one end. Calories rise from 24 to 105 across the range, and within a band the same chew serves a lighter and a heavier dog.
Ingredients and what the label does not say
Virbac describes the chew as plant-based with no animal-derived ingredients, gluten-free, and says it contains grain proteins and a prebiotic. The full ingredient list was not published on the manufacturer page we checked (2026-10-13); read the pouch before feeding a dog with a food allergy. Because the manufacturer says it “contains grain proteins”, it does not fit a grain-free feeding plan, and we make no enzyme claim for this line.
Calories against the treat budget
WSAVA's treat guidance is under 10% of daily calories (WSAVA, Feeding treats to your dog). To get the percentage, the table divides the chew's kcal by WSAVA's budget for the example weight. Small dogs fare worst: a Small chew is 120% of the budget for an 18 lb dog. Medium drops under 100% only from about 44 lb. Treat the percentage as a rough guide, because budgets assume a healthy adult at ideal weight, and ask your veterinarian for your dog's exact target.
| Size | kcal per chew | Chew as % of a daily treat budget, by dog weight |
|---|---|---|
| Extra Small | 24 | 9 lb: 24 kcal budget, chew = 100% |
| Small | 48 | 13 lb: 32 kcal budget, chew = 150%; 18 lb: 40 kcal budget, chew = 120%; 22 lb: 47 kcal budget, chew = 102% |
| Medium | 75 | 33 lb: 64 kcal budget, chew = 117%; 44 lb: 79 kcal budget, chew = 95%; 55 lb: 94 kcal budget, chew = 80% |
| Large | 105 | 77 lb: 121 kcal budget, chew = 87%; 99 lb: 146 kcal budget, chew = 72% |
VOHC status
The council lists VeggieDent FR3SH (all sizes) for plaque and tartar, seal year 2020, as it does the Zen and Flex chews. Check the pack for the exact name; the council also lists a C.E.T. Aquadent FR3SH water additive with its own row. The full table is on the VOHC accepted list.
Safety and feeding notes
Feed one chew daily in the size for the dog's weight. The manufacturer says puppies may have it once they eat solid food with ease, and asks for supervision. A dog with a known plant-ingredient sensitivity should have its owner read the full ingredient list on the pouch first. We have not reviewed recall records.
Who should skip VeggieDent FR3SH
- Dogs diagnosed with a grain allergy, or with a plant-ingredient allergy until the pouch list is checked.
- Puppies that are still weaning or chew poorly.
- Dogs on a prescription diet unless the veterinarian approves.
Frequently asked questions
Do CET enzymatic chews work?
VeggieDent FR3SH holds a VOHC plaque and tartar claim (seal year 2020), which is the evidence we cite. Its ingredient list shows no enzymes, and we publish no effectiveness figures of our own.
Did Virbac recall any dental chews?
This page does not review recall records. Check the FDA's pet food recall notices or ask Virbac directly, and ask your veterinarian if you have a specific concern.
Is VeggieDent grain-free?
No. Virbac describes it as gluten-free but containing grain proteins, so it does not suit a grain-free plan.
Can puppies have VeggieDent FR3SH?
Virbac says puppies may have it once they eat solid food with ease, with supervision. Ask your veterinarian about the right start for your puppy.
Alternatives and comparisons
Other plant-based option: Whimzees Brushzees, which is grain-free. With published manufacturer calories and wheat in the recipe: Greenies Original. A chicken-containing choice: Milk-Bone Brushing Chews. See Greenies vs Whimzees for two better-known lines, or the Best dental chews table. By dog size: dental chews for small dogs and dental chews for large dogs; for young dogs see dental chews for puppies.
Where to look
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Sources
- Virbac US: C.E.T. VeggieDent FR3SH dental chew for dogs, accessed October 13, 2026. Sizes, weights, calories, feeding, age, diet claims.
- VOHC: Accepted products, accessed October 13, 2026. Claim and seal year.
- World Small Animal Veterinary Association: Feeding treats to your dog (June 2024), accessed October 13, 2026. The 10% guidance and treat budgets.