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Merrick Backcountry Raw Infused Pacific Catch Recipe Grain-Free Dry Cat Food

Merrick Backcountry Raw Infused Pacific Catch Recipe Grain-Free Dry Cat Food

By Merrick 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
4.6 /10
Quality
5.0
Value
6.0
Design
4.5
Function
5.5
Durability
4.0

In a Nutshell

  • Mix of positive and negative feedback on taste and size
  • Some cats enjoy the food, others refuse it or experience digestive issues
  • Protein variation might affect pet palatability,

Quick Verdict

Merrick Backcountry Raw Infused Pacific Catch Recipe is a grain-free dry cat food designed to mimic a raw diet. Some users have noted that their cats were not interested in this specific flavor despite liking other Merrick flavors, reporting issues with cats vomiting the food or refusing to eat it for reasons.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 67%
Would Buy Again 70%

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Critical Warnings

high

Dogs refused to eat,

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • High-quality ingredients (3)

    Users appreciate the nutritional value and ingredient quality.

  • Good for cats with allergies ()

    Some appreciate that it doesn't contain poultry, making it suitable for cats with allergies.

Cons

  • Cats refuse to eat (4) major

    Several reviews mention cats refusing to eat this flavor.

  • Size issues with raw infused pieces (3) major

    Some cats cannot eat the raw infused pieces, they are too big and have to spit them out.

Quality Trend: Declining

Older reviews tend to mention enjoying the product before transitioning to Pacific Catch

Older Reviews Said:

more positive

Newer Reviews Say:

more negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Cat owners seeking nutritional variety — Offers a grain-free, raw-infused option with varied protein sources.
  • Cats with specific dietary needs or allergies — Made with salmon and could address certain dietary restrictions.

Skip If

  • Owners with picky eaters — Cats may refuse to eat this particular flavor.
  • Owners with small cats — Raw infused pieces may be too large for smaller cats to consume easily.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Varies

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Follow guidelines to reward adopt to this specific flavor

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
⚠️ Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.2
9 reviews
5★
56%
4★
0%
3★
0%
2★
33%
1★
11%

Common Questions

Is this food suitable for cats with chicken allergies?

Yes, it is a grain-free and chicken-free option.

Can the raw infused pieces cause issues for small cats?

The pieces might be too large for some small cats.

Highlighted Reviews

— JoAnn

"My 4fur babies Love this..slowly added to theirexisting Blue Buffalo dry so no adverse reactions and they clean their bowls now! Love the fact that we can feed raw without the hassles of raw prep"

— Michele

"My cat refused to eat it. Finally ate it and vomited it up immediately."

Bottom Line

Overall, the food is praised for its high-quality ingredients, with satisfactory results reported by some users. It may be worth trying if you are looking for a change in diet and hold preferences or allergies in check.

4.6 /10
Below Average