Free Dog & Cat Food Samples: How to Get Free Pet Food & Other Pet Freebies

If you’re in the UK and are looking for free dog food samples, free cat food samples or a dog food free trial, there are several ways to get your paws on them!

Pet food samples can come from brand promotions, product-testing campaigns, loyalty schemes, competitions and cashback offers. The offers change regularly, so the easiest way to find the latest ones is to check Magic Freebies’ Free Stuff for Pets page for all the latest pet freebies as soon as we find them.

At the moment, Purina is one of the best brands to watch. The “Your Purina” programme offers members the chance to trial free pet food and other products in return for feedback. Royal Canin also runs free food promotions and product testing campaigns, although some offers are restricted to particular pets or customers.

How to get free dog food samples

1. Look for Purina dog food trials

Purina’s Your Purina programme is well worth joining if you have a dog. Members can be selected to receive free products to try and give feedback on, with campaigns matched to their pets. Purina says its testing groups can include products for puppies and dogs as well as cats.

The important thing to remember is that joining doesn’t guarantee a sample. You’ll need to create a profile and wait for a suitable campaign to become available.

It’s also worth checking Magic Freebies regularly because free Purina offers can appear in different forms, including sponsored posts on Facebook and TikTok, plus competitions and voucher promotions.

2. Try Royal Canin through product testing

Royal Canin is another brand worth keeping an eye on if you’re hoping to try a new dog food for free.

Royal Canin has previously run free product-testing campaigns through The Insiders, where selected participants receive food to try and are asked to share their honest experiences. The Insiders’ campaign listings continue to feature Royal Canin campaigns, so it’s worth checking the available opportunities rather than assuming every campaign is permanently open.

Royal Canin also has some current free food voucher offers aimed at specific groups. For example, its Good Citizen promotion provides an eligible account holder with a free bag of Royal Canin dog food, with the size depending on the dog’s size category.

So, if your dog eats Royal Canin, check the brand’s current promotions and keep an eye on our site for newly launched samples and trials!

3. Watch for sponsored social media samples

Pet food companies sometimes promote samples through Facebook and Instagram advertising, specifically through “sponsored posts”.

These can be easy to miss because they appear among normal posts in your feed. A promotion might ask you to answer a few questions about your dog before sending a sample, or it may direct you to a signup page.

These pop up often, and the Magic Freebies team are often on the ball with them, so stay tuned into our Facebook feed to keep on top of the latest sponsored post pet food offers doing the rounds!

How to get free cat food samples

There are just as many opportunities for cat owners, particularly if you’re willing to sign up for product testing programmes and keep checking for limited time promotions.

1. Join “Your Purina”

If you’re looking for free cat food samples, Your Purina should be near the top of your list.

Purina says its testing groups can offer members free, hand picked products for their cats to try. Products can include food from familiar Purina brands, and members are asked for feedback after testing them.

Purina also makes clear that it generally doesn’t send samples or coupons simply on request. Instead, it directs consumers towards Your Purina for product testing opportunities.

That makes signing up and keeping your profile up to date a much better strategy than emailing the company asking for a free pouch.

2. Look out for Royal Canin cat food offers

Royal Canin also runs promotional offers for cat owners.

For example, its current promotional pages include an offer for two free 400g bags of Royal Canin cat food, although the page requires a rescue centre ID, so this particular offer isn’t available to every cat owner.

However, Royal Canin has run loads of free kitten and cat food sample campaigns in the past, so cat owners should keep an especially close eye on new promotions. Don’t rely on an old sample offer though! Always check the dates and terms before applying.

3. Keep an eye on product testing sites

A free cat food trial can be particularly useful when you’re thinking about changing your cat’s diet.

Product testing campaigns typically require you to complete a survey about your pet before you’re considered. If selected, you’ll receive the product for free and may be expected to provide feedback, complete a survey or share your experience online.

There’s no guarantee you’ll be selected, but signing up means you can be considered when the right campaign comes along! Same goes for dog food trials.

Pet clubs and loyalty freebies

Free samples aren’t the only way to save money on pet products.

Pets at Home VIP Club

The Pets at Home VIP Club is still running and can be useful for regular pet owners. Members can receive a 10% online welcome discount, followed by a 10% instore voucher after their first shop, along with personalised offers and other benefits.

There are also pet specific benefits. The current VIP programme includes a birthday bonus, puppy-related offers and access to a £10 nose-to-tail health check at participating Companion Care or Vets4Pets practices.

If you shop at Pets at Home regularly, it’s worth joining rather than paying full price every time!

Royal Canin loyalty

Royal Canin also has a loyalty programme through participating stockists. New members can receive 400 points, worth £4, and can collect further points when buying eligible Royal Canin food. Points can then be exchanged for vouchers to spend on Royal Canin food.

It’s not quite the same as getting free food through a sample, but collecting points can turn regular purchases into money-off vouchers.

Beyond food: free pet toys, treats and more

Food isn’t the only pet freebie worth looking for.

Brands regularly run competitions and giveaways for free pet toys, treats, accessories and other products. These can appear on social media, brand websites, sampling platforms and right here on Magic Freebies.

Browse the latest Free Stuff for Pets on Magic Freebies

A few ways to improve your chances:

• Follow your favourite pet brands on social media.
• Sign up for relevant newsletters.
• Join legitimate product-testing programmes.
• Check Magic Freebies regularly for newly discovered offers.
• Enter pet competitions when the prize is something you’d actually use.
• Keep your pet’s details handy, including age, breed, size and food requirements.

Pet freebies often need more information than ordinary samples because brands want to make sure the product is suitable for your animal.

Free or low-cost vet care and microchipping

Us pet owners know that the cost of vet care is no joke!

If you’re struggling with veterinary costs, PDSA may be able to provide free or low-cost treatment if you meet its eligibility criteria and live within the relevant catchment area. Eligibility depends on your circumstances and the type of treatment required, so check the current criteria before relying on it.

Microchipping is another important cost to consider. Dogs must be microchipped in England, Scotland and Wales, while pet cats in England must be microchipped by 20 weeks of age. Rescue organisations and charities may sometimes offer reduced-cost microchipping, so it’s worth asking locally.

For cat owners, remember that the compulsory microchipping rules only currently apply in England; the rules differ elsewhere in the UK.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I get free dog food samples?

Start with Your Purina, product-testing programmes such as The Insiders and Magic Freebies’ pet freebies. Royal Canin also runs occasional free-food promotions and trials, although eligibility varies.

Where can I get free cat food samples?

Your Purina is one of the best places to start. You can also look for Royal Canin promotions, product testing campaigns, competitions and free samples listed on Magic Freebies.

Can I get a dog food free trial?

Yes. Product-testing campaigns can provide free dog food in exchange for honest feedback. Selection isn’t guaranteed, so it’s worth joining relevant programmes and checking regularly for new campaigns.

Does Purina send free samples to everyone?

Purina says it generally cannot provide samples or coupons on request. Instead, it recommends joining Your Purina to take part in product testing opportunities.

Is Pets at Home VIP still available?

Yes. The Pets at Home VIP Club is currently active and offers discounts, personalised offers and other pet-related benefits.

How do I find the latest pet freebies?

The quickest way is to check Magic Freebies regularly. Offers can disappear once stocks run out or a promotion ends, so don’t rely on old lists of samples.

For more ways to find samples across the UK, see our Samples Guide and check the Magic Freebies homepage regularly for newly added offers!