Merrick Lil' Plates Grain-Free Chicken-Free Real Salmon + Sweet Potato Recipe Small Breed Dry Dog Food, 5.44-kg bag

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  • Real, deboned salmon is the first ingredient in this small breed natural with added vitamins, minerals, and nutrients dog food.
  • Crafted with premium ingredients to deliver a balanced diet to toy dogs.
  • Premium, gluten-free salmon dog food formulated with a holistic blend of high-protein and healthy fats to help little dogs maintain lean muscle mass and energy levels.
  • Wholesome, smaller-sized kibble is perfectly sized for small dog breeds and helps to clean teeth and freshen breath as they chew.
  • Grain-free dry dog food for small dogs made with high levels of glucosamine and chondroitin to support healthy hips and joints plus omega-6 and -3 fatty acids to nourish skin and coat.

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Questions & Answers

10 Customer Questions


Is there artificial color?

Originally posted and answered on chewy.com
Answer by FranchescaMJun 05, 2023
This food does not include artificial colors.

How much copper is in your merrick dog food lol plates salmon and sweet potato Is it a safe amount?

Originally posted and answered on chewy.com
Answer by SydneyRJul 06, 2022
This recipe has a copper content of 14.18 milligrams per kilograms (mg/kg) on an as-fed basis and 15.5 mg/kg on a dry matter basis.

What is the size difference between this and the kibble in the regular real salmon and sweet potato? And which would be best for a 19 pound puggle?

Originally posted and answered on chewy.com
Answer by EblandApr 07, 2021
The kibble size on the Lil Plates line is around 7-8mm.

Just wanted to confirm that this is for all stages of life?

Originally posted and answered on chewy.com
Answer by AaronSApr 01, 2021
Merrick Lil Plates Real Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for adult maintenance.

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Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
398 Ratings

209 Customer Reviews



Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Vickie on Jan 14, 2026
Originally posted on chewy.com

Great food

My three little Shih-Tzu’s love this food. I’ve gotten different ones before, but this one they love the best. Never a problem getting them to eat, and it doesn’t

My three little Shih-Tzu’s love this food. I’ve gotten different ones before, but this one they love the best. Never a problem getting them to eat, and it doesn’t upset their tummy’s at all. I love and trust Merrick dog food.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Beverly on Jan 17, 2026
Originally posted on chewy.com

My girls love it!

We are new to this product but I’m seeing good results already. My girls love the food, no tummy issues, less paw licking and itching. I think it will just get

We are new to this product but I’m seeing good results already. My girls love the food, no tummy issues, less paw licking and itching. I think it will just get better over the next few days.


Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Kelley on Oct 14, 2025
Originally posted on chewy.com

Bowel issues

Transitioned to the food and while my dogs seemed to enjoy the taste, they had terrible digestion issues so we had to stop with that food. No more issues since taking

Transitioned to the food and while my dogs seemed to enjoy the taste, they had terrible digestion issues so we had to stop with that food. No more issues since taking them off of it, so my pups just have a sensitive stomach to some of the ingredients I guess.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Kelly on Jan 19, 2026
Originally posted on chewy.com

Small morsels

My two little pups a chihuahua and a mini dapple dachshund LOVE this food!

My two little pups a chihuahua and a mini dapple dachshund LOVE this food!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Pamela on Nov 27, 2025
Originally posted on chewy.com

quick ship and easy to adjust

This food is perfect for my old dog and she loves the small bits, i get a deal and she gets her favorite :)

This food is perfect for my old dog and she loves the small bits, i get a deal and she gets her favorite :)


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By CHERYL on Jan 14, 2026
Originally posted on chewy.com

quick deliver , puppies love it

expensive but doesn't get left over in the dish

expensive but doesn't get left over in the dish


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Hope on Aug 6, 2025
Originally posted on chewy.com

Clean Ingredients

No bones which is a huge bonus. My pup loves this & its very gentle on her belly. She's a Senior 12.5 yrs old & acts like a puppy. Very good food. Had to change

No bones which is a huge bonus. My pup loves this & its very gentle on her belly. She's a Senior 12.5 yrs old & acts like a puppy. Very good food. Had to change a few yrs ago bc of bones in another brand.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Carolyn on Oct 30, 2025
Originally posted on chewy.com

Merrick small dog salmon

The Salmon in this food seems to have helped our little girls dry skin and itch.

The Salmon in this food seems to have helped our little girls dry skin and itch.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Sandra on Jan 18, 2026
Originally posted on chewy.com

High quality affordable

Abby eats it and its good for her.

Abby eats it and its good for her.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By christopher on Jan 1, 2026
Originally posted on chewy.com

They love the taste.

Vet said it was very healthy for them

Vet said it was very healthy for them