Merrick Dog Food Review: Dry Varieties Evaluated

Written By Amber Rea, DVM

Looking for the best dry dog food for your pup? 🐶 In today’s video, I evaluate Merrick dry dog food varieties using my pet food scoring system, giving each formula a clear score based on its nutrient and calorie profile.

In this review, you’ll find:

  • Dry matter analysis for protein, fat, fiber, minerals, life stage and calories

  • Scores for each formula based on my pet food scoring system

  • Recommendations for which formulas may suit different dogs

🎥 Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/aU0ha8RcCzA

📊 Cheat Sheet:
For a quick reference, my Merrick scoring cheat sheet is already available in my shop. It lists all dry varieties, their scores, and detailed nutritional breakdowns.

🐾 Tip: Always transition your dog slowly when introducing a new food and match the formula to your dog’s life stage and caloric needs.

Amber Rea, DVM
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