Merrick Kitchen Comforts Beef & Brown Rice

Kitchen Comforts Beef & Brown Rice

Merrick

#410 of 861 $0.36/oz

$0.20–$0.40/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.

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No marine omega-3 source ▾

This food lists a plant-based omega-3 source (like flaxseed) but no marine sourc... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • Bauer 2011, JAVMA (omega-3 fatty acid therapy in dogs)
  • Kaur et al. 2023, PMC (fish oil vs flaxseed in dogs)

Nutrition

Compared to 895 similar dog wet foods

Protein (dry-matter) 44.4%

Protein (dry-matter)

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

 Top 39%
Fat (dry-matter) 22.2%

Fat (dry-matter)

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

 Top 49%
Fiber (dry-matter) 11.1%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

 Top 13%
Moisture 82

Moisture

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

 Top 25%
Nutrient Transparency 0.0%

Nutrient Transparency

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

 Top 62%

Ingredients

Compared to 895 similar dog wet foods

Named Protein Sources 2

Named Protein Sources

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

 Top 44%
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 44%
Ingredient Simplicity 23

Ingredient Simplicity

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

 Bottom 48%
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 42%
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 97%

Full Ingredient List

Deboned Beef, Beef Broth, Vegetable Broth, Beef Liver, Brown Rice, Spinach, Potatoes, Dried Egg Product, Natural Flavor, Potato Protein, Guar Gum, Flaxseed Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Salt, Sodium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, MINERALS [Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Cobalt Proteinate, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Potassium Iodide], VITAMINS [Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Niacin Supplement (Vitamin B-3), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Vitamin A Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Biotin (Vitamin B-7), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9)], Magnesium Sulfate, Cumin, Cinnamon, Choline Chloride, Xanthan Gum

Calories

959 kcal/kg Energy density
345 kcal/can Per serving

Where to Buy

Chewy $54.28

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