Merrick Backcountry Freeze-Dried Raw Grain-Free Big Game Recipe with Lamb, Wild Boar & Venison Dry Dog Food
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About Merrick Backcountry Dog Food


A Protein-Rich Ancestral Diet
Merrick Backcountry offers a wide array of exotic protein options for an ancestral dog food diet that delivers a unique combination of freeze-dried raw-coated kibble with real freeze-dried raw pieces of meat, fish, or poultry. Choose from grain-free options and recipes with healthy grains for a balanced lineup that provides the nutritional benefits of a raw diet.
Real Animal Protein First
Merrick Backcountry dog food is packed with protein canines crave. In fact, every recipe is crafted with real deboned meat, fish or poultry as the first ingredient! Leading levels of high-quality protein can help your dog maintain healthy energy levels and promote healthy digestion. Plus, your pup will also find freeze-dried raw meat for the nutritious and protein-packed diet he deserves.


Raw-Coated Kibble + Real Meat
Protein-rich, raw-coated kibble mixed in with freeze-dried real meat, fish or poultry raw pieces makes Backcountry Raw Infused kibble recipes irresistible to pups. Freeze-drying locks in raw flavor and nutrition to provide the next best thing to feeding fresh meat. Give your dog the closest thing to raw, with the easy-serve convenience of regular kibble.
Healthy Grain or Grain-Free
Choose a high-protein, grain-free recipe crafted with healthy grains, like brown rice, oatmeal, and barley, to support sound digestion.


Omega-3 and -6 Fatty Acids
Guaranteed levels of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids support healthy skin and a vibrant coat, for good nutrition that truly shows. And glucosamine and chondroitin help maintain healthy hip and joint function through all your dog’s adventures to keep him running healthy for many years.
Raw Nutrition and Wild Flavor in Every Recipe

DRY RECIPES - GRAIN-FREE
Sweet potatoes are a fiber-rich source of quality carbs for healthy energy levels without grains.

DRY RECIPES - HEALTHY GRAINS
Brown rice, oatmeal and barley provide healthy grains for good digestion.

WET FOOD
Made with real deboned meat or poultry as the #1 ingredient and rich flavors and textures.

TREATS
Yummy treats made with real meat, poultry or fish and without artificial ingredients or fillers.

FREEZE-DRIED TREATS
These Freeze-Dried Raw Mixers are tasty, safely processed and offer your buddy a nutritional boost.

VARIETY PACKS
Keep your dog satisfied with an assortment of canned Real Beef and Chicken Dinner wet dog food.
About Merrick
Merrick believes whole foods not only taste better, but are better for your pet, and handmade recipes are much better than scientific formulas. That's why Merrick's been making pet food in their own kitchen for more than 30 years. Produced in small batches, each recipe is closely monitored to ensure it delivers the perfect balance of nutrients guaranteed right on the label. Merrick makes food to be fuel, not filler, and their wide variety of protein-rich dry and canned foods and treats means your pet will enjoy every second of his meal.
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10 Customer Questions
Hi. What is the main difference between this formula and the large breed one?
Answer by • Oct 27, 2017
The main differences are that the large breed has a higher caloric count, more Glucosamine and Chondroitin, and a larger kibble size.
Are any ingredients sourced in China?
Answer by • Feb 28, 2020
Merrick crafts their recipes with the world's best ingredients from the best producers. Most of their ingredients come from the USA, however, in certain circumstances some ingredients may come from another country (like lamb from New Zealand) to ensure the highest quality possible. Each and every ingredient must meet Merrick’s own rigorous quality standards. Ingredients are tested upon arrival, samples are tested throughout production, and all pet food is tested before its released for sale.
At what age is considered an adult for this food?
Answer by • Dec 04, 2017
A puppy is generally considered an adult when they stop getting taller. Typically for small breeds this is between 9-12 months, medium breeds around 12 months and large breeds closer to 15 months.
How big are the pieces of kibble? For example the size of a pea or larger?
Answer by • Nov 07, 2019
This kibble is intended for all breed sizes. The dry kibble pieces are approximately 1/4 inch in diameter and the raw-infused kibble is closer to 1/2 inch and is softer in texture.