Merrick Dog Grain Free Puppy Beef And Sweet Potato 4Lb

Support your puppy's healthy growth with real deboned beef as the #1 ingredient in Merrick Grain Free Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe. This grain-free dry dog food delivers 34% protein with 60% from animal sources, specifically formulated to provide complete, balanced nutrition for puppies of all breeds.

Ingredient Authority

Real deboned beef leads the recipe, followed by lamb meal and salmon meal, providing quality animal protein for healthy muscle development. Sweet potatoes and potatoes offer easily digestible carbohydrates for sustained energy. Peas and potato protein contribute additional nutrients. Pork fat, sunflower oil, and flaxseed provide essential fatty acids. Whitefish meal and beef liver add diverse protein sources and natural vitamins. Real whole foods including apples and blueberries provide natural vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. This recipe contains no grains, with no artificial preservatives or colors. All ingredients are sourced from trusted local farmers. Mixed tocopherols and citric acid are used for freshness.

Nutritional Breakdown

Each serving delivers 34% crude protein (min.) and 15% crude fat (min.) with 3.5% crude fiber (max.) and 11% moisture (max.). The formula features 60% of protein from animal sources for optimal nutrition. Guaranteed minimum taurine level of 0.17% ensures balanced nutrition. Leading levels of omega fatty acids from salmon oil and flaxseed support healthy skin and coat. Glucosamine and chondroitin support healthy hip and joint development. This complete and balanced formula meets nutritional levels established by AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for growth of puppies.

Life Stage & Breed Clarity

Specially formulated for puppies of all breeds. This recipe meets AAFCO standards for growth, providing the complete nutrition your puppy needs for healthy development and vitality.

Functional Positioning

The grain-free formula with sweet potatoes and potatoes provides easily digestible carbohydrates for sustained energy without upsetting grain-sensitive systems. Real beef, lamb meal, salmon meal, and whitefish meal provide essential amino acids for healthy muscle development. Omega fatty acids from salmon oil, pork fat, and flaxseed contribute to healthy skin and coat. Glucosamine and chondroitin support healthy hip and joint development. Probiotics including Lactobacillus plantarum, Lactobacillus casei, Enterococcus faecium, and Lactobacillus acidophilus support digestive health.

Feeding Guidance

Feed according to your puppy's age, weight, and activity level. Puppies require more calories per pound than adult dogs to support their rapid growth and development. When transitioning to Merrick Grain Free Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe, gradually introduce the new food over 7-10 days by mixing increasing amounts with your puppy's current food. This helps support digestive comfort during the transition. Adjust portions as needed to maintain ideal body condition and healthy growth rate. Always provide fresh, clean water. Consult your veterinarian for specific feeding recommendations based on your puppy's individual needs and growth stage.

Why Choose Merrick Grain Free Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe

• Real deboned beef as the #1 ingredient for quality protein
• 34% protein with 60% from animal sources for healthy muscle development
• Leading levels of omega fatty acids for healthy skin and coat
• Glucosamine and chondroitin for healthy hip and joint development
• Grain-free formula with sweet potatoes and potatoes for easy digestion
• Real whole foods including apples and blueberries for vitamins and antioxidants
• Multiple protein sources: beef, lamb, salmon, and whitefish
• Supplemented with taurine (0.17% min.) for balanced nutrition
• Probiotics to support digestive health
• Crafted in Hereford, Texas and cooked in the USA in FDA-compliant facilities
• Ingredients sourced from trusted local farmers

Merrick Grain Free Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe brings together real ingredients from trusted local farmers, proven nutrition, and puppy-specific support for healthy growth. Crafted with care in the USA, this recipe delivers the quality and consistency your growing puppy deserves at every meal.

Product Specifications

Commercial

• Brand: Merrick
• Product Line: Grain Free
• Recipe: Real Texas Beef + Sweet Potato Recipe (Puppy)
• SKU: 022808384823
• UPC: 022808384823

Physical

• Bag Size: 4 lbs
• Format: Dry kibble
• Package Quantity: 1 bag
• Actual Weight: 4.22 lbs

Functional

• Life Stage: Puppy
• Breed Size: All breeds
• Primary Protein: Beef (deboned)
• Secondary Protein: Lamb meal, salmon meal, whitefish meal, beef liver
• Carbohydrate Sources: Sweet potatoes, potatoes, peas (grain-free)
• Crude Protein (min.): 34%
• Crude Fat (min.): 15%
• Crude Fiber (max.): 3.5%
• Moisture (max.): 11%
• Taurine (min.): 0.17%
• Animal Protein Content: 60% from animal sources
• Formula Type: Complete and balanced
• AAFCO Statement: Meets nutritional levels for puppy growth
• Special Features: Glucosamine, chondroitin, omega fatty acids, taurine, probiotics

Operational

• Manufacturing Location: Hereford, Texas, USA
• Country of Origin: USA
• Facility Standards: FDA guidelines compliance
• Storage: Store in cool, dry place in sealed container
• Freshness Preservatives: Mixed tocopherols, citric acid
• Free From: Grains, artificial preservatives, artificial colors