Merrick Backcountry Raw Infused Grain Free Pacific Catch Recipe with Salmon and Whitefish
Dog Food · scored by FurMetric
84Excellent
This is a high-quality dog food led by named salmon and fish meals with natural preservation and strong protein levels. The only real concern is menadione, a synthetic vitamin K source of debated safety.
How our scores compare · 100–75 Excellent, 74–50 Fair, below 50 Poor
What hurt the score
The biggest factors, largest first.
- Menadione — controversial synthetic vitamin K source
- Plant protein/starch fillers — peas, potato protein add plant content
What helped the score
The biggest factors, largest first.
- Named proteins up front — salmon and fish meals dominate
- Mixed tocopherols — natural preservation, no artificial additives
- Flaxseed omega-3 — beneficial fatty acids present
- Added taurine — supports heart health
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Barcode 022808370512 · Recalls: see recent pet food recalls