Cat Food
Merrick Before Grain Salmon Formula Grain-Free Dry Cat Food

Merrick Before Grain Salmon Formula Grain-Free Dry Cat Food

By Merrick 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 75% confidence
7.6 /10
Quality
7.0
Value
8.0
Design
6.0
Function
8.0
Durability
6.5

In a Nutshell

  • Cats enjoy the taste and nutritional benefits.
  • High-quality ingredients, grain-free.
  • Digestive issues reported by some users.
  • Strong stool odor noted by some owners.

Quick Verdict

High-quality, ingredient-rich cat food.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 22%
Would Buy Again 67%
Avg Lifespan Not specified

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Caution
🐈 Cats
Suitable

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Quality Ingredients (6)

    Users praise the high-quality, grain-free ingredients.

  • Taste and Enjoyment (6)

    Cats love the taste and enjoy eating this food.

  • Health and Energy (3)

    Cats show improved health and energy levels.

Cons

  • Digestive Issues (2) major

    Some cats experience digestive issues like diarrhea.

  • Strong Stool Odor (4) minor

    The food causes strongly smelling stool.

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Health-conscious cat owners — Tailored for pet owners looking for high-quality, grain-free ingredients.

Skip If

  • Owners concerned about digestive issues — Some cats may experience digestive problems like diarrhea.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Not specified

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

⚠️ Hardwood
⚠️ Tile
⚠️ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
⚠️ Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.5
9 reviews
5★
67%
4★
0%
3★
0%
2★
11%
1★
11%

Highlighted Reviews

— Christopher 1 found helpful

"After trying 4 different brands like “Tikki”, “Tender and true organics ”, “American journey “, “first mate”\n that was the only one they liked. What a blessing. I like the fact that is grain free,the ingredients are good and contains low percentage of carbohydrates. The price is re..."

— Joe

"I had high hopes from this product. I had read great things about the quality of the ingredients. Sadly, it gave both of my cats diarrhea. I've NEVER had this happen with anything I've fed them. Now that I've stopped feeding them this product and replaced it with another, they are having solid bowel..."

Bottom Line

A good choice for cats needing a grain-free diet, but be aware of potential digestive issues and strong stool odors.

7.6 /10
Good