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Merrick cat and dog food analyzed by VetKriter score. 30 products, average VetScore: 87.5.

30
Total Products
87.5
Avg. VetScore
92.00
Highest Score
%12.2
Avg. Protein

Merrick cat and dog food has been analyzed with the VetKriter scientific scoring system. A total of 30 products have been evaluated, with an average VetScore of 87.5.

The average crude protein ratio is 12.2%. Products are listed below ranked by VetKriter score.

VetKriter™ Score Ranking — Merrick

#1

Merrick Merrick Purrfect Bistro Grain Free Chicken Pate High Protein Wet Cat Food

Top Score
Protein
%10.0
Fat
%5.0
Species
Cat
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
100/100
92
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#2

Merrick Merrick Purrfect Bistro Grain Free Tuna Pate High Protein Wet Cat Food

Protein
%10.0
Fat
%3.0
Species
Cat
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
100/100
92
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#3

Merrick Lil’ Plates Grain Free Pint Sized Puppy Plate Recipe in Gravy

Protein
%8.5
Fat
%3.5
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Kitten/Puppy
Protein Quality
100/100
90
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#4

Merrick Grain Free Puppy Plate Chicken Recipe In Gravy

Protein
%9.0
Fat
%5.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Kitten/Puppy
Protein Quality
95/100
90
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#5

Merrick Grain Free Puppy Plate Beef Recipe In Gravy

Protein
%8.0
Fat
%3.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Kitten/Puppy
Protein Quality
100/100
90
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#6

Merrick Merrick® Lil' Plates® Grain Free Small Breed Puppy Wet Dog Food - Natural, 3.5 oz

Protein
%8.5
Fat
%3.5
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Kitten/Puppy
Protein Quality
100/100
90
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#7

Merrick Healthy Grains Real Chicken & Brown Rice Puppy Recipe Dry Dog Food

Protein
%28.0
Fat
%16.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Kitten/Puppy
Protein Quality
90/100
89
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#8

Merrick Merrick Purrfect Bistro Dry Cat Food Grain Free-Salmon and Sweet Potato

Protein
%36.0
Fat
%16.0
Species
Cat
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
85/100
89
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#9

Merrick Merrick Purrfect Bistro Grain Free Land & Sea Pate High Protein Wet Cat Food

Protein
%9.0
Fat
%3.0
Species
Cat
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
95/100
88
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#10

Merrick Merrick® Backcountry® Grain Free Hero's Banquet Stew Premium Adult Wet Dog Food - Natural, 12.7 oz

Protein
%9.0
Fat
%4.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
100/100
88
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#11

Merrick Backcountry Grain Free Hero's Banquet Stew

Protein
%9.0
Fat
%4.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
100/100
88
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#12

Merrick Healthy Grains Real Salmon & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food

Protein
%25.0
Fat
%15.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
95/100
87
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#13

Merrick Merrick® Grain Free Premium Puppy Wet Dog Food - Natural, Puppy Plate 12.7 oz

Protein
%8.0
Fat
%3.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Kitten/Puppy
Protein Quality
92/100
87
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#14

Merrick Merrick Purrfect Bistro Grain Free Duck Pate High Protein Wet Cat Food

Protein
%9.0
Fat
%4.0
Species
Cat
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
100/100
87
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#15

Merrick Merrick Purrfect Bistro Grain Free Turkey Pate High Protein Wet Cat Food

Protein
%9.0
Fat
%5.0
Species
Cat
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
100/100
87
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#16

Merrick Merrick Purrfect Bistro Grain Free Beef Pate High Protein Wet Cat Food

Protein
%9.0
Fat
%3.0
Species
Cat
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
100/100
87
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#17

Merrick Merrick Purrfect Bistro Grain Free Rabbit Pate High Protein Wet Cat Food

Protein
%9.0
Fat
%4.0
Species
Cat
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
100/100
87
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#18

Merrick Chunky Grain Free Colossal Chicken Dinner in Gravy

Protein
%8.0
Fat
%3.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
95/100
86
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#19

Merrick Grain Free Puppy Real Chicken & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food

Protein
%28.0
Fat
%15.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Kitten/Puppy
Protein Quality
87/100
86
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#20

Merrick Merrick Purrfect Bistro Grain Free Pasture-Raised Lamb and Carrots Natural High Protein Dry Cat Food

Protein
%36.0
Fat
%16.0
Species
Cat
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
80/100
86
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#21

Merrick Grain Free Cowboy Cookout In Gravy

Protein
%8.0
Fat
%3.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
100/100
86
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#22

Merrick Kitchen Comforts Lamb Shepherd's Pie

Protein
%8.0
Fat
%5.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
95/100
86
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#23

Merrick Kitchen Comforts Beef Tips & Rice Stew

Protein
%8.0
Fat
%4.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
100/100
86
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#24

Merrick Wilderness Blend in Gravy Grain Free Wet Dog Food

Protein
%8.0
Fat
%5.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
100/100
86
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#25

Merrick Grain Free Turducken In Gravy

Protein
%8.0
Fat
%5.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
95/100
86
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#26

Merrick Grain Free Thanksgiving Day Dinner In Gravy

Protein
%8.0
Fat
%5.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
90/100
86
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#27

Merrick Kitchen Comforts Turkey Meatloaf

Protein
%8.0
Fat
%4.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
95/100
86
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#28

Merrick Grain Free Grammy's Pot Pie In Gravy

Protein
%8.0
Fat
%4.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
95/100
86
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#29

Merrick Merrick® Grain Free Premium Real Adult Wet Dog Food - Natural, 12.7 oz

Protein
%9.0
Fat
%5.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
100/100
86
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
#30

Merrick Chunky Grain Free Pappy's Pot Roast Dinner in Gravy

Protein
%8.0
Fat
%3.0
Species
Dog
Life Stage
Adult
Protein Quality
100/100
86
VetKriter™ Score
Detailed Review
How Is Ranking Determined?

This list is automatically generated by the VetKriter™ scientific scoring system. The VetKriter score evaluates nutritional values, ingredient quality, protein quality index, and AAFCO/FEDIAF compliance. About our methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions

Merrick cat and dog food received an average VetScore of 87.5 in VetKriter analysis. This score combines macronutrient balance, ingredient quality, life stage criteria, and safety ratings.

VetKriter database contains 30 Merrick cat and dog food products across dry, wet, and treat categories.

Each food should be evaluated individually. Merrick product VetKriter scores are calculated according to AAFCO, FEDIAF, and NRC standards. We recommend choosing the most suitable food in consultation with your veterinarian.

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Doç. Dr. Mehmet ÇOLAK
Veterinarian · VetKriter Founder
This page was automatically generated using VetKriter scientific scoring system and database. Last updated: April 2026

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