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Merrick Backcountry Grain-Free Hearty Duck & Venison Stew Canned Dog Food

Merrick Backcountry Grain-Free Hearty Duck & Venison Stew Canned Dog Food

By Merrick 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
7.5 /10
Quality
7.0
Value
7.5
Design
0.0
Function
8.0
Durability
0.0

In a Nutshell

  • Highly palatable and suitable for dogs with allergies or picky eaters.
  • Some concerns about quality control and foreign objects in the food.
  • Good value for picky eaters but be vigilant about quality issues.

Quick Verdict

This dog food is highly recommended for picky eaters and dogs with allergies. However, there are occasional quality control issues with dented cans and foreign objects.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 78%
Would Buy Again 78%
Avg Lifespan Depends on individual cases

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Palatability (5)

    Highly palatable and suitable for picky eaters.

  • Allergen-Free (3)

    Good for dogs with food allergies.

Cons

  • Quality Control (2) major

    Issues with dented cans and foreign objects.

  • Allergy Risks (1) major

    Potential allergic reactions in some dogs.

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Dogs with allergies — Effective for dogs with specific dietary needs and allergies.
  • Picky eaters — Highly palatable and appeals to picky dogs.

Skip If

  • High sensitivity or allergic reactions — Potential for and reported allergic reactions in some dogs.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Not mentioned

Floor Compatibility

⚠️ Hardwood
⚠️ Tile
⚠️ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
⚠️ Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.6
9 reviews
5★
78%
4★
0%
3★
11%
2★
11%
1★
0%
Quality Issues (2)

Common Questions

Is this food good for dogs with allergies?

Yes, many reviewers noted that this food is effective for dogs with allergies.

Highlighted Reviews

— bd24

"I have an older dog but his whole life he is a picky picky eater. He loves duck and I finally found a great dog food that smells like human food and this and the chunky beef are the only 2 foods he will eat. Great product."

— Charles

"Many of the cans were dented. In the store I never purchase dented cans. Not happy. The boys didn't really care to much for this combo and we actually received a batch with a clump of hair in it. We reported it and were comped the cost."

Bottom Line

If your dog has allergies or is a picky eater, this food is worth trying. Just be mindful of potential quality issues and consider reaching out to customer service if you encounter any problems.

7.5 /10
Good