Dog Food
Merrick Lil' Plates Grain-Free Small Breed Dry Dog Food Real Chicken + Sweet Potato Recipe

Merrick Lil' Plates Grain-Free Small Breed Dry Dog Food Real Chicken + Sweet Potato Recipe

By Merrick 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
8.1 /10
Quality
8.5
Value
8.0
Design
7.5
Function
8.5
Durability
8.0

In a Nutshell

  • Most dogs love the taste and texture.
  • Effective in reducing allergy symptoms
  • Suitable for small breed dogs

Quick Verdict

Our review of Merrick Lil' Plates Grain-Free Small Breed Dry Dog Food indicates it's highly effective for picky eaters and helps reduce allergies. Most users report positive outcomes, but there's a risk of gastrointestinal issues in some dogs.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 98%
Would Buy Again 78%
Avg Lifespan null

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Taste appeal (3)

    Small dogs love the unique protein and vegetable-based flavors

  • Allergy relief (2)

    Reduces symptoms like itchiness and sneezing in dogs with allergies

Cons

  • Gastrointestinal issues (2) critical

    Some dogs experienced severe gastrointestinal issues, including blood in stool.

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Dog owners with small breed picky eaters β€” Effective in satisfying small breeds and dogs with a demanding palate.

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Owners of previously sensitive dogs β€” Risk of severe gastrointestinal issues.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan few months

Cleaning Methods

βœ— Machine wash
βœ— Hand wash
βœ— Spot clean

Rating Distribution

4.5
9 reviews
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78%
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22%
good fit small breed picky eater dogs (3)

Highlighted Reviews

β€” Mayra

"Ellie is a shih tzu and if you know anything about shih tzu, they are picky eaters. Ellie gobbled this food up and wanted more."

β€” Cheyenne

"I tried doing the 1/6 to 5/6 ratio introduction of this food into my dogs diet, and within a day she’s started pooping blood. We took her to the vet, ran blood tests, tested for parasites, scans, everything. Finally, the Vet figured out it was the food. Please do NOT purchase this food for your pe..."

Bottom Line

Merrick Lil' Plates is a solid choice for small breed dogs with picky appetites and allergy issues, but monitor your dog for any adverse reactions.

8.1 /10
β€” Excellent