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Are you ready for the best dry food for dogs that fuels adventure? Merrick Dry Dog Food Grain Free small breed adult dog food Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe starts with real deboned beef as the first ingredient, delivering high-quality protein to help maintain lean muscle mass and steady energy levels in a friendly, natural way. This wholesome formula blends protein and healthy fats with produce like sweet potatoes, apples, and blueberries for balanced nutrition, plus omega fatty acids for a shiny coat and glucosamine for hip and joint support, with no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Also explore other Merrick pet food for your pet!
Key Benefits
Real deboned beef is first for high protein.
Maintains lean muscle mass and energy.
No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.
Omega fatty acids support skin and coat.
Glucosamine and chondroitin aid hip and joint health.
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Attributes & Specifications
Brand
Merrick
Food Type
Dry dog food
Intended Use
Adult dogs - small breeds
Flavor
Real Texas Beef & Sweet Potato
safety & precautions
Adjust amounts by age and activity.
Keep out of reach of children.
Consult a vet for individual needs.
Place the bag in a cool and dry place.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Divide daily cups by feeding times for portions.
Provide a clean, fresh water bowl at all times.
Adjust feeding for age, size, and activity.
Reduce dry feed by ¼ cup per 3 oz wet.
Transition gradually over 7-10 days.
Increase Merrick Lil’ Plates slowly each day.
Feeding Guidelines
Goal Weight (lbs)
Cups per Day
2
¼
5
½
10
¾
15
1¼
20
1⅓
25
1⅔
30
1¾
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Merrick grain free dog food good?+
Merrick Lil’ Plates Grain-Free Small Breed Adult Dry Dog Food with Real Texas Beef & Sweet Potato starts with deboned beef for high protein, omega fatty acids for skin/coat, glucosamine for joints, all without artificial additives for balanced small breed nutrition.
Is Merrick dog food good for all dog breeds?
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This Merrick formula targets small-breed adult dogs with smaller kibble, high protein from beef, and tailored nutrients like glucosamine for joints and omegas for coat health, in a grain-free recipe.
What are the ingredients in Merrick beef and sweet potatoes?
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Deboned beef leads, with pork/bone meal, salmon meal, sweet potatoes, peas, apples, blueberries, salmon oil, plus minerals, vitamins, taurine, and probiotics for complete small breed support.
Is beef and sweet potato good for small breed dogs?
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Real Texas beef delivers lean protein for muscle and energy, while sweet potatoes supply digestible carbs, fiber, and vitamins for digestion and vitality suited to active small breeds.
How much merrick dog food to feed?
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Check feeding chart for daily cups by goal weight, divide by 2-3 meals, adjust for age/activity/size, reduce dry feed by 1/4 cup per 3 oz wet food.