- Is this food good for dogs with chicken allergies?
- It is poultry-free, so it avoids chicken and turkey. Beef and lamb are the main proteins, so it is not for dogs sensitive to red meat.
- Does it contain real raw meat?
- It has freeze-dried raw pieces mixed into the kibble. These are raw-coated and shelf-stable, not fresh raw food.
- Is it suitable for puppies?
- No. It is formulated for adult dogs. Puppies and pregnant or nursing dogs need a growth formula.
- How does it compare with regular Merrick grain-free kibble?
- Backcountry adds the freeze-dried raw pieces and is built on beef and lamb rather than poultry. The base kibble is similar in protein and joint support.
- How should I switch my dog onto it?
- Transition over about a week, mixing increasing amounts with the old food. Owners who switched slowly report fewer digestive problems.
- Does it help with joints?
- It includes glucosamine and chondroitin, which support hips and joints. It is not a treatment for arthritis, so see your vet for joint disease.
- Where is the Merrick Backcountry Grain Free Great Plains Red Recipe cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $27.98, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the Merrick Backcountry Grain Free Great Plains Red Recipe?
- Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 330 ratings.
- Where can I buy the Merrick Backcountry Grain Free Great Plains Red Recipe?
- 13 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, eBay, Only Natural Pet, Feeders Pet Supply, PetSmart.