Merrick Backcountry Chicken-Free Raw Infused Pacific Catch Recipe with Healthy Grains Dry Dog Food, 20-lb bag

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  • Raw
  • Chicken-Free
  • Digestive Health
  • Weight Management
  • All Lifestages
  • All Breeds

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  • Give your best bud a premium diet they’ll love that’s also convenient for you.
  • Real deboned salmon is the first ingredient, and this food also features a holistic blend of whole grains like oats for healthy digestion.
  • Features a holistic blend of kibble and freeze-dried raw pieces of salmon and whitefish to deliver the nutritional benefits of an ancestral diet.
  • Rich in protein to help maintain lean muscle mass and energy levels, with whole grains to ensure balanced nutrition for adult dogs.
  • Made in the USA and free of peas, lentils, and artificial flavors and preservatives.

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Learn More About Merrick From Our Team of Experts

High-Protein Dog Food as Nature Intended

Provide your dog with the protein-rich nutrition of nature’s intended ancestral diet with Merrick Backcountry dog food. Real deboned fish, meat, or poultry is always the first ingredient—and they never use artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.

For a Variety of Sizes & Life Stages

Discover recipes crafted for a wide range of dogs, including puppy food, adult dog food, and large breed dog food. Backcountry recipes feature a variety of protein choices, flavor options, and textures so you can find the perfect option for your dog.

High-Protein + Wild-Inspired Inclusions

All Backcountry high-protein dog kibble recipes contain omega fatty acids, glucosamine, chondroitin, and freeze-dried raw bites. Their Heartlands recipe also includes bone broth-coated kibble to connect your dog to the wild.

Grain-Free Wet Dog Food Recipes

Made with real whole nutrition, Merrick Backcountry wet grain-free dog food recipes contain high-quality protein and add moisture and flavor to your dog's diet.

About Merrick Pet Care

Merrick was born over 30 years ago in Garth Merrick’s family kitchen in Hereford, TX. They craft their natural pet food recipes with real, recognizable ingredients. Because it’s not just food in that bowl—it’s love, and that’s why it has to be the best.

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10 Customer Questions

What amount of sunflower oil is in this

Answer by Chewy • Dec 07, 2021
The specific amount of sunflower oil is proprietary to the manufacturer. However, the first 5 ingredients of any recipe will make up 65-70% of the recipe and the rest of the ingredients will make up the other 30-35% in descending order.

what is the ash content?

Answer by Chewy • Oct 16, 2020
This formula has a ash content of 8.43%.

Under the guaranteed analysis there is no listing for omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids, but there is under the grain free recipe. Can you please tell me how much omega 3 and omega 6 my dog would be getting with the healthy grains option?

Answer by Chewy • Aug 20, 2021
This formula has approximately 0.3% Omega-3 and 4% Omega-6 on an as fed basis.

How much calcium and phosphorus % in this recipe?

Answer by Chewy • May 12, 2021
The percentages for these minerals on an as fed basis are as follows: Calcium 1.5% Phosphorus 1.1%
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Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars
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Chewy identifies key considerations with the help of artificial intelligence and our veterinarians.

Digestibility

79% Positive

Ingredient Quality

79% Positive

Nutritional Content

76% Positive

Palatability

77% Positive

66 Customer Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Elizabeth on Jan 16, 2026

Like a treat, but nutritious food

My dogs had to adjust to the fish, but they love this food. They all smack their lips and wags their tails in excitement every meal. My oldest Goldendoodle was gaining

My dogs had to adjust to the fish, but they love this food. They all smack their lips and wags their tails in excitement every meal. My oldest Goldendoodle was gaining weight from the other food we had him on. My females had allergies. All dogs are doing great now!

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Reese on Dec 19, 2025

Great food, No longer affordable

My dog adores this food, I've had him on it since he was a puppy and it does wonders for his coat but the price has quietly doubled over the last year

My dog adores this food, I've had him on it since he was a puppy and it does wonders for his coat but the price has quietly doubled over the last year

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By David on Dec 16, 2025

Tasty!

the dogs love the taste, which is important as we try to move on from foods containing chicken

the dogs love the taste, which is important as we try to move on from foods containing chicken

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By David on Jul 29, 2025

Food Review

My puppies like this healthier food choice.

My puppies like this healthier food choice.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Gail on Jan 27, 2025

Quick and easy

I was dissappointed to see how much my previous order for 24 lb dog food was so I had to switch brands. I haven't opened this new one yet to see if they like it

I was dissappointed to see how much my previous order for 24 lb dog food was so I had to switch brands. I haven't opened this new one yet to see if they like it but ordering easy and delivery was quick.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Lori on May 20, 2025

My pups loved both the hard and soft pieces.

Both my fur baby’s loved this

Both my fur baby’s loved this

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Laura on Mar 1, 2025

Great

Keeps my coat shiny and silky. Love the flavor too

Keeps my coat shiny and silky. Love the flavor too

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Robert on Oct 2, 2024

My Labrador LOVE's this food!!!

My Lab started to be finicky about the Vet recommended brand after several months. When I began to mix the Merrick brand, she LOVED it!. Just like my previous L

My Lab started to be finicky about the Vet recommended brand after several months. When I began to mix the Merrick brand, she LOVED it!. Just like my previous Lab.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Rohays on Jul 17, 2024

Out of stock

I do appreciate that items are out of stock at times, however as a result, I was forced to purchase smaller bags of the same item for a "greater cost". (I was running

I do appreciate that items are out of stock at times, however as a result, I was forced to purchase smaller bags of the same item for a "greater cost". (I was running out of food for my dog) I think I should be compensated for that or at least charged at a similar price point? In addition, there was really no ETA which was concerning since this is my Labrador's main food source. I am otherwise happy with Chewy.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Linda on Aug 21, 2024

Vet suggested, but dog not interested.

Our vet highly recommended this dog food, but unfortunately our dog is not even slightly interested I have tried putting a Freshpet topper on the Merrick kibble

Our vet highly recommended this dog food, but unfortunately our dog is not even slightly interested I have tried putting a Freshpet topper on the Merrick kibble but our dog eats only the Freshpet food.