The Merrick Backcountry Grain-Free Rabbit Pate Canned Cat Food has a mixed reception. While some cats absolutely love it, many others refuse to eat it due to the dry texture and lack of gravy. Owners report that their cats either eat it enthusiastically or barely touch it.
Vomiting issues reported
Prevention: Watch for signs of discomfort after feeding
Some picky cats are very fond of this food.
The quality of the food is consistent across different batches.
Can be mixed with other foods or broth to make it more palatable.
Many cats dislike the lack of gravy and dry texture.
Tip: Mixing with other foods or broth
Some cats vomit shortly after eating this food.
Many cats prefer wetter foods with more gravy.
Tip: Switch to wetter foods
Several recent reviews indicate a decline in quality perception, with more cats refusing the food.
mixed
negative
Factors: Storage conditions, Mixing with other foods
No, many cats dislike the dry texture and lack of gravy.
No, several reports of vomiting after eating.
"My cats are so picky and they just LOVE this food. They eat with great gusto. On the days I feed them other food choices they virtually starve before eating the meals presented. PLEASE ENCOURAGE MERRICK TO PRODUCE THIS PRODUCT SOON!!!!"
"I wanted to post this maybe a year ago when I got it, but for some reason, I couldn’t leave reviews. My cat LOVES the Backcountry Packets of Rabbit chunks in gravy. Quite vocally! So I was happy to see a canned version - so I thought. It must be the “potato protein” and “pea protein” (..."
Due to the mixed reception and potential digestive issues, it might be best to try a small amount first to see if your cat likes it.
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