Merrick Backcountry Freeze-Dried Raw Hero's Banquet Recipe Dry Dog Food, 20-lb bag

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About This Item

Details

  • Proudly founded in Hereford, TX, Merrick recipes are crafted in USA facilities.
  • Real deboned beef is the first ingredient to maintain healthy muscles and energy levels, and the recipe contains added vitamins, minerals, and nutrients.
  • Features a holistic blend of kibble and real freeze-dried raw bites to deliver the nutritional benefits of an ancestral diet.
  • Premium formula contains high levels of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids to nourish skin and coat, plus glucosamine and chondroitin to support hips and joints.
  • Grain-free and gluten-free, the Hero’s Banquet recipe celebrates the work of K9s for Warriors.

Ingredient Information

Feeding Instructions

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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Questions & Answers

13 Customer Questions


Why is this item still out of stock and when is it going to be available???


My dog is allergic to chicken. Are there any chicken products in this?

Answer by ChewyJun 07, 2018
This food does contain chicken fat.

Carb percentage?

Answer by ChewyAug 13, 2019
This recipe has an approximate carbohydrate content of 22.5% as fed and 25.3% on a dry matter basis.

How much sodium as a percentage is in this food?

Answer by ChewyDec 23, 2024
This recipe has a sodium content of 0.45% on an as-fed basis.

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Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars
357 Ratings

Customers Mention

Chewy identifies key considerations with the help of artificial intelligence and our veterinarians.

Digestibility

73% Positive

Ingredient Quality

77% Positive

Nutritional Content

75% Positive

Palatability

75% Positive

221 Customer Reviews



Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By David on Nov 18, 2025

my dog loves this

I have been buying Merrick Backcountry products since my dog was a pup (11 years). She loves this food. My only complaint is Merrick use to have several more varieties

I have been buying Merrick Backcountry products since my dog was a pup (11 years). She loves this food. My only complaint is Merrick use to have several more varieties of flavors. They seem to discontinue these flavors during covid. I wish they brought them back.


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Lindy on Nov 30, 2025

Pieces were very hard

Roxie did not like at all! I added chicken broth and even mixed some chicken breast. She would pick the pieces out. They were just too big and hard for the small

Roxie did not like at all! I added chicken broth and even mixed some chicken breast. She would pick the pieces out. They were just too big and hard for the small dog I have


Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Stephanie on Sep 22, 2025

Freshness

Im not sure this food is going to be good for furbaby. She has tolerated it well and seems to enjoy the taste, but unfortunately she has lost a significant amount

Im not sure this food is going to be good for furbaby. She has tolerated it well and seems to enjoy the taste, but unfortunately she has lost a significant amount of weight since I have been feeding her this. I have not changed anything else in her diet. Her supplements are the same. Her add-ins are the same. I had so hoped this would be a good choice.


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

The quality

My dogs loved it. They ate it up as fast as possible, especially the goodies

My dogs loved it. They ate it up as fast as possible, especially the goodies


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Dagoberto on Oct 16, 2025

Delivery time

Did not appreciate the price of the dog food in the industry. Your service is great thank you.

Did not appreciate the price of the dog food in the industry. Your service is great thank you.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Sharon on Jun 24, 2025

LOVE MERRICK!!!

Seems ALL pet food is SO EXPENSIVE these days but we’ve gravitated to the Merrick brand for years for our pups. Made in the U.S. and although we hve tried and our

Seems ALL pet food is SO EXPENSIVE these days but we’ve gravitated to the Merrick brand for years for our pups. Made in the U.S. and although we hve tried and our pups seem to enjoy all of the different Merrick flavors, the purchase of the Hero’s Banquet is supporting an amazing cause!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Georgia on Nov 3, 2025

Kibble

My dogs liked this a little bit. They are so fussy with kibble.

My dogs liked this a little bit. They are so fussy with kibble.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By maureen on Aug 21, 2025

Fast delivery

Great. I love your store and how fast the delivery is. Great customer service. Will continue to shop at Chewy

Great. I love your store and how fast the delivery is. Great customer service. Will continue to shop at Chewy


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Jerome on Jul 25, 2025

fast delivery and it was available

At my local stores it is hit and miss to find it it stock. The freeze dried morsels are a favorite of my dog.

At my local stores it is hit and miss to find it it stock. The freeze dried morsels are a favorite of my dog.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Michael on Jan 17, 2026

Quality

No grains or fillers

No grains or fillers