Merrick Puppy Real Beef & Sweet Potato Recipe Grain Free
Dog Food · scored by FurMetric
85Excellent
A high-quality dog food led by named meats and meals with natural preservation and omega-3 sources. The only real drawback is synthetic menadium (vitamin K), while protein and fat levels are well-suited for dogs.
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
- Pea protein — plant protein boosts total protein
- Natural flavor — vague undefined flavoring
What helped the score
The biggest factors, largest first.
- Named proteins first — beef and chicken meal lead list
- Mixed tocopherols — natural preservation, no BHA/BHT
- Salmon oil and flaxseed — omega-3 fatty acid sources
- Whole fruits — apples and blueberries added
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Barcode 022808384823 · Recalls: see recent pet food recalls