Merrick Lil' Plates Grain-Free Small Breed Dry Dog Food Real Chicken + Sweet Potato Recipe
Serve your little pup a meal they will love with Merrick Lil’ Plates Premium Grain-Free Dry Dog Food for Small Dogs, Real Chicken and Sweet Potato Kibble. Real deboned chicken is the first ingredient in this recipe for a high protein option that helps your small breed buddy maintain lean muscle mass and healthy energy levels. This grain-free formula is crafted specifically for small pups and contains a delicious crunchy texture and smaller-sized kibble. Plus, high levels of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids nourish your furbaby’s skin and coat. There are also high levels of glucosamine and chondroitin to support healthy hips and joints. With a focus on wholesome ingredients, this kibble is made without corn, wheat, and soy, artificial flavors, or preservatives. Merrick dog food recipes are proudly designed in Hereford, Texas, and crafted in USA facilities.
Key Benefits
- Real deboned chicken is the first ingredient in this small breed recipe for high protein content to support muscles and energy levels.
- With added vitamins, minerals, and nutrients paired with premium ingredients, this kibble gives your furbaby a balanced meal in every bowl.
- The smaller-sized kibble is perfectly sized for little breeds and helps to clean teeth and freshen breath as they chew.
- Probiotics are added to every serving to help support your four-legged family member’s digestive health.
- This formula has high levels of glucosamine and chondroitin to support healthy hips and joints, with omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids to nourish your furbaby’s skin and coat.
Contains common allergens
Chicken, Fish
Ingredients
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Other ingredients:
Peas, Chicken Fat, Natural Flavor, Whitefish Meal, Miscanthus Grass, Dried Yeast, Flaxseed, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Choline Chloride, Apples, Salmon Oil, Blueberries, MINERALS [Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Calcium Iodate], DL-Methionine, Sunflower Oil, Taurine, VITAMINS [Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Folic Acid, Riboflavin Supplement, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin D-3 Supplement], Mixed Tocopherols For Freshness, Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product, Rosemary Extract. B278423
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Guaranteed Analysis |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein | 32 % (min) |
| Crude Fat | 16 % (min) |
| Crude Fiber | 3 % (max) |
| Moisture | 11 % (max) |
| Taurine* | 0 % (min) |
| Omega-6 fatty acid* | 2 % (min) |
| Omega-3 fatty acid* | 0 % (min) |
| Glucosamine* | 400 mg/kg (min) |
| Chondroitin Sulfate* | 400 mg/kg (min) |
Feeding Guide
| Weight | Daily Feeding (Cans) |
|---|---|
| 2 lbs | 1/4 |
| 5 lbs | 1/2 |
| 10 lbs | 1 |
| 15 lbs | 1 1/4 |
| 20 lbs | 1 1/2 |
| 25 lbs | 1 3/4 |
| 30 lbs | 2 |
| Weight | Daily Feeding (Cans) |
|---|---|
| 2 lbs | 1/4 |
| 5 lbs | 1/2 |
| 10 lbs | 1 |
| 15 lbs | 1 1/4 |
| 20 lbs | 1 1/2 |
| 25 lbs | 1 3/4 |
| 30 lbs | 2 |
Using the chart below, divide the total cups per day by the total number of times you feed your dog per day to determine the portion size for each meal. Keep a clean bowl of fresh water available at all times. Every dog is a little different, so optimal feeding amounts may vary with age, size, and activity level. Please use the information below as an initial recommendation only and adjust when needed.
Puppies and **pregnant or nursing females** may consume two to three times the recommended daily amounts. Dry and wet food in combination will help to increase the level of water in your dog’s diet.
If feeding with wet food, reduce dry amount by 1/4 cup for every 3 oz. wet.
**Old Formulation**
For dogs over 30 lbs., add 1/4 cup per additional 5 lbs.
**New Formulation**
* For dogs over 30 lbs add 1/a cup per additional 5 lbs.
Feeding amounts are guidelines. Adjust based on your dog's body condition and activity level.
Frequently Asked Questions
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