Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 28% | 31.46% |
| Fat | 16% | 17.98% |
| Carbohydrate | 34.3% | 38.54% |
| Crude Fiber | 3.5% | 3.93% |
| Crude Ash | Not declared | 8.09% |
| Moisture | 11% | - |
When comparing foods, please consider the moisture-free Dry Matter (DM) values.
Ash is not declared on the label. VetScore used a species-and-form baseline estimate of 7.2% for carbohydrate calculation.
Merrick
Healthy Grains Real Chicken & Brown Rice Puppy Recipe Dry Dog Food
89.0
Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 28% | 31.46% |
| Fat | 16% | 17.98% |
| Carbohydrate | 34.3% | 38.54% |
| Crude Fiber | 3.5% | 3.93% |
| Crude Ash | Not declared | 8.09% |
| Moisture | 11% | - |
Use Dry Matter (DM) values for comparison.
Ash is not declared on the label. VetScore used a species-and-form baseline estimate of 7.2% for carbohydrate calculation.
Product Features
Ingredients
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Barley, Oat Meal, Salmon Meal, Dried Egg Product, Chicken Fat, Canola Meal, Natural Flavor, Quinoa, Turkey Meal, Flaxseed, Salmon Oil, Dried Yeast, Miscanthus Grass, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Dehydrated Alfalfa Meal, Apples, Carrots, Choline Chloride, MINERALS [Iron Amino Acid Complex, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Zinc Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Cobalt Proteinate, Cobalt Carbonate], Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols For Freshness, Yucca Schidigera Extract, VITAMINS [Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Vitamin A Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Biotin (Vitamin B-7), Vitamin D-3 Supplement], Rosemary Extract, Dried Enterococcus Faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Acidophilus Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Casei Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus Plantarum Fermentation Product.... E281023
Nutrient Profile (DM)
VetKriter™ Nutrition Guide
Key Nutrition Highlights
Contains an appropriate level of protein for daily maintenance nutrition.
Helps meet energy needs while providing a balanced nutritional profile.
Functional Components
Useful Notes
For carbohydrate calculation, a crude ash estimate (7.20%) via standard estimate was used. This is done to ensure fair score comparison between labeling regimes.
Who Might This Product Be Suitable For?
Note: This information is advisory, not a prescription. Consult your veterinarian for special nutritional needs.
Protein Quality Index
This index evaluates protein source quality, clarity, and bioavailability rather than the crude protein percentage on the label. A lower result may indicate greater reliance on cereals, by-products, or plant concentrates, so it should be read together with the overall VetKriter score and the product's intended use.
Academic Assessment
The main protein source of this food is animal meat (deboned chicken). Animal protein is a high-quality, highly bioavailable source for cats and dogs. Overall protein quality class: A+ (90/100).
Recommended Guides
All ArticlesScientific Sources and Standards
The VetKriter™ scoring system has been developed based on nutrition standards set by the following international authorities and academic literature:
AAFCO Dog Food Profiles 2024
Current dog nutrition profiles established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials.
FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines 2023
Nutritional guidelines from the European Pet Food Industry Federation.
NRC 2006 Nutrient Requirements
Gold standard nutrient requirements for dogs and cats established by the National Research Council.
WSAVA Global Nutrition Guidelines
Global nutrition guidelines from the World Small Animal Veterinary Association.
Not Medical Advice
These analyses and VetKriter™ scores are a decision support system based on scientific algorithms and label data. No result replaces a physical veterinary examination or laboratory analysis. Always consult your veterinarian for treatment and nutrition planning of sick animals.