Merrick Backcountry Raw Infused Grain-Free Big Game Recipe Freeze-Dried

Backcountry Raw Infused Grain-Free Big Game Recipe Freeze-Dried

Merrick

#107 of 171 $0.27/oz

Over $1.00/oz

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At a Glance

Higher moisture for better hydration ▾

Higher moisture means more hydration from food. While dogs drink water more readily than cats, moisture-rich food still supports overall hydration.

Better price than 95% of similar foods ▾

Getting great nutrition without overspending is a win. This food delivers solid quality for less than most of its peers.

More nutrients tested and listed than most ▾

Some brands test and list nutrients beyond the basic four (protein, fat, fiber, moisture). More transparency means you can make a more informed choice.

Menadione (Vitamin K3) ▾

Menadione sodium bisulfite (synthetic vitamin K3) is banned in human food supple... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • EU Directive 2002/46/EC (human supplement ban)
Split ingredient (pea) ▾

Two forms of pea appear in the top 10 ingredients (Peas, Pea Protein). This coul... See full analysis in the app.

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Nutrition

Compared to 168 similar dog freeze-drieds

Protein (dry-matter) 38.2%

Protein (dry-matter)

Protein content after removing water, so wet and dry foods can be compared fairly.

 Top 69%
Fat (dry-matter) 19.1%

Fat (dry-matter)

Fat content after removing water. Important for energy and nutrient absorption.

 Top 77%
Fiber (dry-matter) 3.9%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

 Top 61%
Moisture 11

Moisture

Water content. Higher moisture helps with hydration, especially for cats.

 Top 5%
Taurine (dry-matter) 0.2%

Taurine (dry-matter)

An amino acid vital for heart and eye health, especially in cats.

 Top 62%
Nutrient Transparency 1.0%

Nutrient Transparency

How many nutrients the brand reports beyond the basic required minimums.

 Top 18%

Ingredients

Compared to 168 similar dog freeze-drieds

Named Protein Sources 3

Named Protein Sources

How many of the top 5 ingredients are identifiable, single-species proteins like chicken or salmon.

 Top 55%
Primary Protein Quality 4

Primary Protein Quality

Quality of the first protein listed. Whole meat ranks higher than meals or by-products.

 Top 46%
Low Filler Content 0

Low Filler Content

Corn, wheat, and soy in the top ingredients. Fewer fillers is better.

 Bottom 50%
Ingredient Simplicity 24

Ingredient Simplicity

Total number of ingredients. Simpler recipes can be easier to digest.

 Bottom 45%
Omega-3 Source 1

Omega-3 Source

Whether the omega-3 comes from fish oil (delivers EPA/DHA directly) or just flaxseed (plant ALA, which pets convert very poorly).

 Top 69%
Label Transparency 1

Label Transparency

Whether the same ingredient is listed in multiple forms (like pea protein + pea fiber) to make meat appear higher on the label.

 Bottom 98%

Full Ingredient List

Deboned Lamb, Chicken Meal, Turkey Meal, Sweet Potatoes, Potatoes, Peas, Pea Protein, Chicken Fat, Natural Flavor, Venison, Beef, Flaxseed, Beef Liver, Dried Yeast, Tapioca, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Choline Chloride, Minerals (Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Calcium Iodate), DL-Methionine, Taurine, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Folic Acid, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Mixed Tocopherols For Freshness, 2C37078

Calories

3690 kcal/kg Energy density
392 kcal/cup Per serving

Where to Buy

Chewy $84.98

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