Merrick Lil' Plates Grain-Free Chicken-Free Real Salmon + Sweet Potato Recipe Small Breed Dry Dog Food, 12-lb bag

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About This Item

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  • Merrick Lil’ Plates Grain-Free Real Salmon and Sweet Potato Recipe offers premium nutrition for small breed adult dogs.
  • Real deboned salmon is the first ingredient in this recipe; it’s crafted with premium ingredients plus added vitamins, minerals and nutrients to deliver a balanced diet to toy dogs.
  • Premium gluten-free salmon dog food formulated with a holistic blend of high protein and healthy fats to help little dogs maintain lean muscle mass and energy levels.
  • Smaller-sized kibble is perfectly sized for small dog breeds and helps to clean teeth and freshen breath as they chew; probiotics are added to support digestive health.
  • Made with high levels of glucosamine and chondroitin to support healthy hips and joints, with omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids to nourish skin and coat.

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Questions & Answers

10 Customer Questions


Is this dog food contain mercury and ethoxyquin?

Answer by ChewyOct 16, 2018
Merrick's salmon and tuna varieties have been tested and the results are well below the allowable level of mercury. The maximum level of mercury allowed in all seafood is 1 ppm. None of their products contain ethoxyquin.

Does this food contain any chicken, beef, pork? My dog is allergic to all of these items. Thanks.

Answer by ChewyApr 08, 2019
This food does not contain chicken, beef, or pork. The full list of ingredients can be found by clicking the 'Nutritional Info' tab.

Just wanted to confirm that this is for all stages of life?

Answer by ChewyApr 01, 2021
Merrick Lil Plates Real Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dog Food is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for adult maintenance.

do you know what the sodium content is

Answer by ChewyOct 17, 2018
The sodium content for the Merrick Lil' Plates Grain Free Real Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe will be 0.59% as fed.

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Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars
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Chewy identifies key considerations with the help of artificial intelligence and our veterinarians.

Digestibility

83% Positive

Ingredients

85% Positive

Nutritional Balance

87% Positive

Protein Source

87% Positive

221 Customer Reviews



Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Vickie on Jan 14, 2026

Great food

My three little Shih-Tzu’s love this food. I’ve gotten different ones before, but this one they love the best. Never a problem getting them to eat, and it doesn’t

My three little Shih-Tzu’s love this food. I’ve gotten different ones before, but this one they love the best. Never a problem getting them to eat, and it doesn’t upset their tummy’s at all. I love and trust Merrick dog food.


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

My girls love it!

We are new to this product but I’m seeing good results already. My girls love the food, no tummy issues, less paw licking and itching. I think it will just get

We are new to this product but I’m seeing good results already. My girls love the food, no tummy issues, less paw licking and itching. I think it will just get better over the next few days.


Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Kelley on Oct 14, 2025

Bowel issues

Transitioned to the food and while my dogs seemed to enjoy the taste, they had terrible digestion issues so we had to stop with that food. No more issues since taking

Transitioned to the food and while my dogs seemed to enjoy the taste, they had terrible digestion issues so we had to stop with that food. No more issues since taking them off of it, so my pups just have a sensitive stomach to some of the ingredients I guess.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Kelly on Jan 19, 2026

Small morsels

My two little pups a chihuahua and a mini dapple dachshund LOVE this food!

My two little pups a chihuahua and a mini dapple dachshund LOVE this food!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Pamela on Nov 27, 2025

quick ship and easy to adjust

This food is perfect for my old dog and she loves the small bits, i get a deal and she gets her favorite :)

This food is perfect for my old dog and she loves the small bits, i get a deal and she gets her favorite :)


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By CHERYL on Jan 14, 2026

quick deliver , puppies love it

expensive but doesn't get left over in the dish

expensive but doesn't get left over in the dish


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Hope on Aug 6, 2025

Clean Ingredients

No bones which is a huge bonus. My pup loves this & its very gentle on her belly. She's a Senior 12.5 yrs old & acts like a puppy. Very good food. Had to change

No bones which is a huge bonus. My pup loves this & its very gentle on her belly. She's a Senior 12.5 yrs old & acts like a puppy. Very good food. Had to change a few yrs ago bc of bones in another brand.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Carolyn on Oct 30, 2025

Merrick small dog salmon

The Salmon in this food seems to have helped our little girls dry skin and itch.

The Salmon in this food seems to have helped our little girls dry skin and itch.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Sandra on Jan 18, 2026

High quality affordable

Abby eats it and its good for her.

Abby eats it and its good for her.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By christopher on Jan 1, 2026

They love the taste.

Vet said it was very healthy for them

Vet said it was very healthy for them