Merrick Backcountry Grain Free Wet Dog Food Hearty Duck & Venison Stew
Company info
Company HQ
Amarillo, Texas
Parent company
Nestlé Purina PetCare CompanyProduct info
Primary proteins
- Deboned Duck
- Dried Egg Product
- Pea Protein
- Deboned Venison
Ingredients
Breed sizes
Toy
Small
Medium
Large
Giant
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Estimated Nutrient Content
To understand the nutrient content of pet food, we visualize its macronutrient composition in three ways. In the charts below, you’ll see a guaranteed analysis on an as-fed basis, a dry matter analysis, and a breakdown of the food’s macronutrients on a calorie-weighted basis.
Remember that all of these values are estimates based on the guaranteed analysis published by the company, and the food’s actual nutrient values may be slightly different.
Guaranteed Analysis
Protein: 8%
Fat: 3.5%
Fiber: 3%
Moisture: 81%
Ash: 0%
Carb: 4.5%
Dry Matter Analysis
Protein: 42.11%
Fat: 18.42%
Fiber: 15.79%
Ash: 8%
Carb: 23.68%
Calorie Weighted Basis
Protein: 38.1%
Fat: 40.48%
Carb: 21.43%
Our Review
- High moisture content
- Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
- Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
- High in carbohydrates
- Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
- Contains artificial food dyes
- The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Merrick since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
| Date: | 07/02/2010 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Merrick Pet Care |
| Product Description: | Pet treats for dogs |
| Recall Reason: | Salmonella |
| Date: | 08/03/2010 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Merrick Pet Care |
| Product Description: | Texas Hold'ems Beef Filet Squares for Dogs |
| Recall Reason: | Potentially contaminated with Salmonella |
| Date: | 08/16/2010 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Merrick Pet Care |
| Product Description: | Dog treats - Texas Hold'ems, Beef Filet Squares |
| Recall Reason: | Potentially contaminated with Salmonella |
| Date: | 01/28/2011 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Merrick Pet Care |
| Product Description: | JR Texas Taffy Pet Treats |
| Recall Reason: | Salmonella |
| Date: | 08/08/2011 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Merrick Pet Care |
| Product Description: | Wishbone pet treat |
| Recall Reason: | Salmonella |
| Date: | 05/23/2018 |
|---|---|
| Company Name: | Merrick Pet Care |
| Product Description: | Beef dog treat varieties |
| Recall Reason: | Ingredient Level |
Ingredient Review
Our review of Merrick Backcountry Grain Free Wet Dog Food Hearty Duck & Venison Stew begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.
The first ingredient is Deboned Duck. Deboned duck is meat from any member of the Anatidae waterfowl, with all bones removed. In pet food, deboned duck can serve as a primary protein source as well as a source of animal fat, minerals, and amino acids. It is sometimes used as a novel protein, and is often an ingredient in diets formulated specifically for pets with allergies.
The second ingredient is Turkey Broth. Turkey broth is the liquid that remains after turkey has been cooked. In pet food, turkey broth adds moisture, flavor, and aroma, along with some nutrients.
The third ingredient is Dried Egg Product. Dried egg product can refer to dried or dehydrated egg white, yolk, or shells, or a combination of all three. The dried egg product found in pet food is a good source of healthy, easily digested protein.
The fourth ingredient is Carrots. In pet food, carrots serve as a source of easily digested carbohydrate and fiber. Carrots contain many essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can help support your pet’s health.
The fifth ingredient is Green Beans. Green beans are the unripe fruit and pods of several different bean cultivars, usually enjoyed as a garden vegetable. In pet food, green beans offer fiber, vitamins, minerals, and a small amount of protein.
When we analyzed the ingredients in Merrick Backcountry Grain Free Wet Dog Food Hearty Duck & Venison Stew, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.
Price Analysis
Price per oz
Product Price
$0.27
Market Price avg.
$0.37
% From the Avg
-27%
Price per 100 kcal
Product Price
$1.23
Market Price avg.
$1.36
% From the Avg
-10%
Price per day
Product Price
$0.74
Market Price avg.
$0.81
% From the Avg
-9%
Merrick Backcountry Grain Free Wet Dog Food Hearty Duck & Venison Stew is priced below the average market price for wet dog food.
Nutritional Analysis
Your adult dog needs a balance of macro and micronutrients to thrive. A food formulated for adult maintenance or all life stages is made to meet these needs. While there can be a lot of variation in actual calorie density, adult dog foods are generally intended to provide for basic calorie needs of the average active dog. In addition to satisfying their energy needs, these foods provide the protein, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, and other nutrients your adult dog needs to survive. Again, not all adult foods are the same, so you may have to search around for the right fit for your dog.
With that in mind, we’ve compared Merrick Backcountry Grain Free Wet Dog Food Hearty Duck & Venison Stew to the other 1212 wet dog food recipes in our database:
DM Protein
Product info
42.11%
All Products avg.
42.93%
% From the Avg
-2%
DM Fat
Product info
18.42%
All Products avg.
22.91%
% From the Avg
-20%
DM Fiber
Product info
15.79%
All Products avg.
7.12%
% From the Avg
+122%
DM Carb
Product info
23.68%
All Products avg.
26.28%
% From the Avg
-10%
Analysis Overview
Overall, this is a meat based food that’s moderate in protein with low fat and moderate carbohydrate content relative to other wet dog foods.
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