Merrick Backcountry Raw Infused Grain-Free Game Bird Recipe Freeze-Dried Dog Food, 20-lb bag

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  • Real deboned turkey is the first ingredient in this recipe for a high-protein meal that supports muscle maintenance and high energy levels.
  • This wholesome grain-free dry dog food recipe features a holistic blend of kibble and real freeze-dried raw bites to deliver the nutritional benefits of an ancestral diet.
  • This premium formula contains high levels of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids to nourish your furbaby’s skin and coat while glucosamine and chondroitin support hips and joints.
  • This premium real meat kibble with turkey and duck features added vitamins, minerals, and nutrients for a well-balanced mealtime experience.
  • Merrick was proudly founded in Hereford, Texas, with foods crafted in USA facilities.

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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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Questions & Answers

7 Customer Questions


It says it contains products from around the world, but nothing sourced from China, what countries does Merrick import their ingredients from?

Answer by ChewyApr 30, 2018
Merrick sources Lamb and Venison from New Zealand, Duck and Rabbit from France, and Vitamins and Minerals Premix from Canada or Germany. All other ingredients are from the U.S.A.

Where can I find an ingredient list?

Answer by ChewyApr 24, 2020
For a complete list of ingredients, click the “Nutritional Info” tab, next to the “Description” tab, just under the product photos when viewed on a desk top. Click the "Nutritional Info" tab, next to the "Q&A" tab, towards the top bar above the product image when viewed on the app.

What is the sodium percent level in this food?

Answer by ChewyJul 29, 2022
This recipe contains approximately 0.435% sodium on an as-fed basis (approximately 0.47% sodium on a dry matter basis).

What is the Carb content with the "new" formula?

Answer by ChewySep 16, 2020
This formula has a carbohydrate content of approximately 21.88% on an as fed basis and 24.58% on a dry matter basis.

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Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars
214 Ratings

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

Digestibility

91% Positive

Ingredient Quality

91% Positive

Nutritional Balance

90% Positive

Protein Content

91% Positive

143 Customer Reviews



Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Carole on Oct 13, 2025

They can't wait for the bag to open.

The freeze dried pieces of poultry drive both my poodle and my cat crazy. Buddy just sliced the bag open and treated himself to every piece of freeze dried bliss

The freeze dried pieces of poultry drive both my poodle and my cat crazy. Buddy just sliced the bag open and treated himself to every piece of freeze dried bliss he could reach. Needless to say, it has a new highly elevated hiding spot!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Amanda on Aug 27, 2025

High energy dog

We have a lab/coonhound mixed almost one year old, she is very high energy and absolutely loves this food! This flavor is by far her favorite and loves the freezes

We have a lab/coonhound mixed almost one year old, she is very high energy and absolutely loves this food! This flavor is by far her favorite and loves the freezes dried extra food


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Jeanne on Jul 30, 2025

Back to this grain free dog food

This is the mildest food that I can serve me old dog that she will eventually eat<

This is the mildest food that I can serve me old dog that she will eventually eat<


Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Audrey on Apr 28, 2025

Must have lots of protein

My dog has always eaten Merrick and as we switch to adult food this is the one we chose. He has never had farts that I could smell until we started incorporating

My dog has always eaten Merrick and as we switch to adult food this is the one we chose. He has never had farts that I could smell until we started incorporating this food.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Phyllis on May 24, 2025

Picky dog

This food must be good my dog(SusieQ) is ready to eat it with no hesitation she loves it also good for her joints..

This food must be good my dog(SusieQ) is ready to eat it with no hesitation she loves it also good for her joints..


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Erick on Jul 11, 2025

Ripped open

Bag was tore open and dog food was all over the box

Bag was tore open and dog food was all over the box


Rated 3 out of 5 stars
By Tina on May 27, 2025

More kibble than raw

My pet ate the food with no problems just seems not much different than kibble

My pet ate the food with no problems just seems not much different than kibble


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Lindsay on Apr 1, 2025

Limited ingredients

My dogs have severe allergies and this food seems to help. Also my dogs absolutely love this food!!

My dogs have severe allergies and this food seems to help. Also my dogs absolutely love this food!!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Lana on Feb 23, 2025

Our dogs love Merrick Backcountry

All our dogs big and tiny love Merrick Backcountry dog food - they love the variety's. They love their greenie bones also

All our dogs big and tiny love Merrick Backcountry dog food - they love the variety's. They love their greenie bones also


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Mrs on Apr 28, 2025

Great dog food

I have 3 dogs and all of them LOVE Merrick raw infused food.

I have 3 dogs and all of them LOVE Merrick raw infused food.