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Merrick Backcountry Grain-Free Morsels in Gravy Real Rabbit Recipe Cuts Cat Food Pouches

Merrick Backcountry Grain-Free Morsels in Gravy Real Rabbit Recipe Cuts Cat Food Pouches

By Merrick 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2025 85% confidence
6.8 /10
Quality
6.0
Value
6.5
Design
7.0
Function
6.5
Durability
6.0

In a Nutshell

  • Liked for flavor and texture, but chunk size is a major issue
  • Discontinued product causes frustration among buyers
  • Look for better alternatives like Instinct Rabbit

Quick Verdict

Merrick Backcountry Rabbit Cuts Cat Food is liked by some cats and owners, but it has issues with chunk size and has been discontinued, leading to frustration among buyers.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 70%
Would Buy Again 70%
Avg Lifespan N/A

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Critical Warnings

high

Chunk size is too large for cats

Prevention: Cut the chunks into smaller pieces or look for alternatives

critical

Product has been discontinued

Prevention: Find alternatives before the supply runs out

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Great Flavor (4)

    Cats love the taste

  • Sensitive Stomach Friendly (3)

    Good for cats with sensitive stomachs

  • Small Batches (2)

    Good portion size for some buyers

Cons

  • Chunk Size (3) major

    Chunks are too big for cats

    Tip: Cut the chunks into smaller pieces

  • Discontinued Product (2) major

    Product has been discontinued

    Tip: Find alternatives like Instinct Rabbit

  • Inconsistent Gravy (1) minor

    Gravy is non-existent in some reviews

Quality Trend: Declining

Reviews show a decline in quality, especially with the discontinuation of the product and inconsistent chunk size.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Cat owners with dietary restrictions β€” Desired by cats with sensitivity to other foods

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Owners with cats needing smaller chunk sizes β€” Certified heavy preference of smaller bits

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan N/A

Cleaning Methods

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

Floor Compatibility

βœ“ Hardwood
βœ“ Tile
βœ“ Carpet
βœ“ Vinyl
βœ“ Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.3
9 reviews
5β˜…
67%
4β˜…
11%
3β˜…
0%
2β˜…
0%
1β˜…
22%
Great Flavor (5) Sensitive Stomach Friendly (3) Chunk Size (3) Discontinued Product (2)

Highlighted Reviews

β€” Trudy

"My cats eat this so easily. Rabbit is always a hit. Nice chunks in gravy style food"

β€” DEBORAH

"The morsels are way too big for cats. I don’t know who advised on this, but they must be dog people! These are too big for cats. I don’t need to be a sous chef & cut up the food again! Plus the gravy is non-existent"

Bottom Line

Recommended only if you can find it, as its discontinuation and mixed reviews regarding size and quality leave potential buyers frustrated. Consider alternatives like Instinct Rabbit.

6.8 /10
β€” Average