Merrick Grain-Free Senior Dry Dog Food Real Chicken & Sweet Potato Recipe, 22-lb bag

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  • Real deboned chicken is the first ingredient in this recipe to provide your pup with high-quality protein for muscle maintenance and healthy energy levels.
  • This kibble is specially formulated to help aging furbabies maintain a healthy weight.
  • Each serving features a holistic blend of healthy fats, protein, produce, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other natural ingredients.
  • Designed to support your senior furry family member’s health, this dry dog food is made without grains, artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives.
  • Each serving contains omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids to nourish their skin and coat, glucosamine and chondroitin for healthy hips and joints, and L-carnitine supports metabolism.

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Questions & Answers

19 Customer Questions


Hello, the food says made in the USA but where do the ingredients get sourced from please? Thank you.

Answer by ChewyAug 07, 2018
Merrick crafts their recipes with the freshest, highest quality ingredients available. Most of Merrick's ingredients come from the USA, however, in certain circumstances some ingredients may be sourced from China due to availability. 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 they release it for sale.

What size is the kibble?

Answer by ChewySep 14, 2018
The kibble is approximately the size of a green pea, with flatter edges.

At what age is a dog considered "senior"?

Answer by ChewyNov 27, 2018
A little dog such as a toy poodle, terrier or Chihuahua isn't considered senior until about 10 or 12 years old, and the giant breeds are considered senior at around 5 or 6. Most vets, though, consider a dog of 7 or 8 years and older to be a senior.

Are the ingredients human grade?

Answer by ChewyJul 04, 2019
Merrick uses real, protein-packed high-quality USDA certified meats and fresh caught fish. While they only use USDA-inspected protein options in the dog food and treats, they cannot guarantee that the diets of all the animals that provide their protein sources are GMO-free. Merrick recipes use fruits, vegetables and whole grains that are GMO-free.

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

Digestibility

92% Positive

Ingredients

91% Positive

Nutritional Value

88% Positive

Palatability

86% Positive

245 Customer Reviews



Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Brian on Nov 12, 2025

Amazing food!

My dog is pushing 14 years old and was not really into eating when I would scoop his regular dog food, so we mixed it up and thought to try this brand to get him

My dog is pushing 14 years old and was not really into eating when I would scoop his regular dog food, so we mixed it up and thought to try this brand to get him into eating food again. He is so excited to eat now. The Merrick Senior chicken and sweet potato is a savior, and he now barks at me to be fed where before we’d have to doctor his food up with other stuff to make him interested. Great product.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Meredith on Dec 21, 2025

Merrick Dog Food

My 12 year old Chihuahua loves Merrick’s dry dog food. I give her a 1/4 cup twice a day and she eats 95% throughout the day. Her weight is maintained and her poops

My 12 year old Chihuahua loves Merrick’s dry dog food. I give her a 1/4 cup twice a day and she eats 95% throughout the day. Her weight is maintained and her poops are big and solid, easy to pick up.


Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Cassie on Sep 22, 2025

Sadly doesn’t soften in water

This was for my senior Pomeranian who only has a few teeth and needs a newer, tastier dry food. Unfortunately this just didn’t get soft enough for her even after

This was for my senior Pomeranian who only has a few teeth and needs a newer, tastier dry food. Unfortunately this just didn’t get soft enough for her even after soaking for 40 mins in hot water.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By CutiePie on Sep 28, 2025

My Six-Year-Old Golden Retriever Loves It!

My dog is a very picky eater, but she loves this food! She has a sensitive tummy, so I select senior food for her since the size of the kibbles are smaller and easier

My dog is a very picky eater, but she loves this food! She has a sensitive tummy, so I select senior food for her since the size of the kibbles are smaller and easier to chew.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Cynthia on Oct 29, 2025

Senior dog loves it

Our vet wanted our senior dog to lose weight so we switched to this food and she loves it!

Our vet wanted our senior dog to lose weight so we switched to this food and she loves it!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Eva on Aug 5, 2025

Merrick ingredients for senior dog

Lexi is taking it as slow on the dry. Her tummy didn't do well on the old dry she used to eat. So, for this Merrick dry she is eating a small bit at a time. Mixing

Lexi is taking it as slow on the dry. Her tummy didn't do well on the old dry she used to eat. So, for this Merrick dry she is eating a small bit at a time. Mixing it with her wet food.


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

He really likes it

He’s only3 1/2 so I have to give him more portion so I need bigger bag

He’s only3 1/2 so I have to give him more portion so I need bigger bag


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Beps on May 30, 2025

Transition Over

She just won’t touch it. I mixed with her old food for the transition and she didn’t eat it. Ive tried several mixers and she spits out the little bullet pebbles

She just won’t touch it. I mixed with her old food for the transition and she didn’t eat it. Ive tried several mixers and she spits out the little bullet pebbles. I don’t know what to do. I want her to have the proper nutrition as she gets older. Such good ingredients in this dog food for kibble anyway. :(


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Linda on May 6, 2025

Not Satisfied

Made both my dogs sick. After eating, they threw it up. stopped using it.Switched to Blue Wilderness. This brand seems to be okay for them. I'll search Chewy site

Made both my dogs sick. After eating, they threw it up. stopped using it.Switched to Blue Wilderness. This brand seems to be okay for them. I'll search Chewy site and see if you carry this brand so I can still use your company. If I could get a credit refund on the Merrick brand, I would be grateful. Thank you.


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

Great Packaging

Rounder gobbles it right up. He seems to really enjoy the flavor

Rounder gobbles it right up. He seems to really enjoy the flavor