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Merrick Healthy Grains Real Salmon & Brown Rice Recipe with Ancient Grains Dry Dog Food

Merrick Healthy Grains Real Salmon & Brown Rice Recipe with Ancient Grains Dry Dog Food

By Merrick 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 90% confidence
7.8 /10
Quality
7.5
Value
7.0
Design
7.0
Function
8.0
Durability
7.0

In a Nutshell

  • Loved by dogs and enjoyable to eat. Several product issues, some dangerous.
  • Quality control problems affect consistency and satisfaction.
  • For dogs suffering from allergies, it could maybe the best and only option.

Quick Verdict

Merrick Healthy Grains is a generally well-received dog food. Loved for its ingredients, many dogs do enjoy it, despite some complaints about quality control, potential physical issues caused by use, and occasional supply issues.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 60%
Would Buy Again 60%
Avg Lifespan 2 years

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Critical Warnings

critical

Users reported diarrhea and jelly-like blood in feces, which could indicate a health issue.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Ingredients (3)

    Many pet owners appreciate the healthy ingredients.

  • Pick-up attraction (5)

    Many dogs enjoy the food, making it easy to get alimented.

Cons

  • Quality Control (2) major

    There are reports of packages arriving damaged, indicating potential quality control issues.

    Tip: Receiving other bags didn't have any problems, suggesting a one-time issue.

  • Potential Side Effects (2) critical

    There have been reports of gastrointestinal disturbances and abnormal symptoms after consuming the food.

Quality Trend: Declining

Several users reported issues with quality control and product integrity.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Those looking to buy food that is liked by dogs and light on ingredients. — Ingredients are healthy and dogs enjoy eating it.

Skip If

  • Those very strict and/or sensitive to quality not bottom quality issues. — Some packages arrived bad, causing some issues to the dogs.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 2 years

Factors: Packaging quality control issues are highlighted by users.

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.3
10 reviews
5★
59%
4★
0%
3★
10%
2★
10%
1★
20%
quality (3) value (3) quality (2) health (1)

Common Questions

Avallery are harmless for dogs?

Yes, there are no stated issues with Merrick Healthy Grains Avallery.

Highlighted Reviews

— Paul 2 found helpful

"Great food, especially for dogs suffering allergies."

— George

"Never buy it again. Too much fat. Had 4 dogs get the same symptoms. Diarrhea and jelly blood poop."

Bottom Line

Merick Healthy Grains might be a good fit for your dog, but make sure to check the product until you're advise to get it from an approved vendor or return to a trusted retailer

7.8 /10
Good