Merrick Lil' Plates Grain-Free Real Lamb & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food
Small breeds have hit the big time with the Merrick Lil' Plates Grain-Free Real Lamb & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food. Designed just to cater to the appetites of small pups, this natural recipe starts with real, deboned lamb, followed by lamb meal, sweet potatoes, peas and potatoes. Smaller bellies will find it easy to digest with the included probiotics and prebiotic fiber, while leading levels of Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids help maintain your petite pooch's healthy skin and lustrous coat. And since every bag comes from small batches made in Merrick’s very own kitchen, and then tested for quality and safety, you know it’s good enough for your precious pup.
Key Benefits- Deboned lamb is the first ingredient, along with real fruits and veggies, for a hearty flavor your little pal will love.
- Grain-free recipe with no gluten ingredients, and no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives.
- Added probiotic and prebiotic fiber helps aid digestion, with leading levels of Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids for healthy skin and coat.
- Poultry-free formula is ideally suited for dogs with sensitivities to poultry ingredients.
- Proudly made in Merrick’s Texas facility using the world’s best locally-sourced ingredients from farmers they know and trust.
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Item Number117754
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Weight12.0 pounds
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Breed Size
Extra Small & Toy Breeds, Small Breeds
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Food Form
Dry Food
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Lifestage
Adult, All Stages
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Made in
United States
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Special Diet
Grain-Free, No Corn No Wheat No Soy, Gluten Free
Deboned Lamb, Lamb Meal, Sweet Potatoes, Peas, Potatoes, Chickpeas, Potato Protein, Natural Flavor, Pea Protein, Pork Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Whitefish Meal, Salmon Oil, Apples, Flaxseed Oil, Blueberries, Inulin (from chicory root), Gelatin, Salt, Organic Dried Alfalfa Meal, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Potassium Iodide, Cobalt Proteinate, Sodium Selenite, Cobalt Carbonate), Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Acetate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Niacin, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Thiamine Mononitrate), Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casein Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product.
Caloric Content3,566 kcal/kg, 393 kcal/cup
| Guaranteed Analysis | |
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| Crude Protein | 30.0% min |
| Crude Fat | 15.0% min |
| Crude Fiber | 4.5% max |
| Moisture | 11.0% max |
| DHA | 0.05% min |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 3.5% min |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 0.4% min |
| Glucosamine | 800 mg/kg min |
| Chondroitin SulFate | 800 mg/kg min |
| Bacillius Coagulants | 90,000,000 cfu/lb min |
| Weight | Daily Feeding (cup) |
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| 2 lbs | 1/4 |
| 5 lbs | 1/2 |
| 10 lbs | 1 |
| 15 lbs | 1 1/4 |
| 20 lbs | 1 1/2 |
| 25 lbs | 1 3/4 |
| 30 lbs | 2 |
Using the guide above, divide the total per day by the total number of times you feed your dog per day to determine the portion size for each meal. Keep a clean bowl of fresh water available at all times. Every dog is a little different, so optimal feeding amounts may vary with age, size and activity level. Please use the information provided as an initial recommendation only and adjust when needed. Pregnant or nursing females may consume 2 - 3 times the recommended daily amounts. Dry and wet food in combination will help to increase the level of water in your dog's diet.
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If feeding with wet food, reduce dry amount by 1/4 cup for every 3 oz of wet food.
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For dogs over 30 lbs: add 1/4 cup per additional 5 lbs.
Mix Merrick's food with your current pet's food over the course of 5-7 days. Continuously increase the amount of the Merrick food while decreasing the amount in your dog or cat's current diet.
Big Nutrition for Small Pups
To cater to the big appetites of small pups, Merrick offers a line of grain-free dry and wet recipes for small breed dogs. Merrick Lil' Plates is perfect for your tiny pup, who will love the smaller bites for little mouths and dainty dishes for smaller portions.
It Starts With Protein
Merrick Lil' Plates recipes start with real and wholesome USDA-inspected deboned meat, poultry or fish as the first ingredient. This means that your pet will get more wholesome protein with every meal. Quality protein provides the amino acids necessary for building strong muscles and a healthy metabolism.
Palatable Plates for Your Lil' Pal
Give your small breed dog a delicious dinner with Merrick Lil' Plates single-serve dinner trays. Each recipe satisfies your tiny dog's desire for a meaty meal smothered in savory gravy, while providing him with incredible nutrition like high protein levels and essential fatty acids. These 100% grain-free dinners are packed into smaller portion sizes ideal for smaller breeds, so pet parents can always serve up a fresh meal.
Serve Up Balanced Nutrition
Following every protein are fresh fruits and vegetables like sweet potatoes, blueberries, peas and more for a complete and balanced recipe that will give your pup the nutrients he needs to live an active and healthy lifestyle. You won't find corn, wheat, soy or gluten ingredients in any of Merrick Lil' Plates recipes, so your food-sensitive pup can safely enjoy the high-quality, nutritional benefits that Merrick offers.
Benefits Worth Barking Over
Merrick Lil' Plates has big benefits for small dogs, like added probiotics and prebiotics to help support nutrient absorption. Plus, each meal boasts leading levels of naturally occurring glucosamine and chondroitin to help support joint function. And the tiny, crunchy bites characteristic of Lil' Plates kibble are designed specifically for small breeds to help reduce plaque and keep your pup's teeth clean and in good condition.
Tasty Treats for Petite Pals
Merrick Lil' Plates offers a variety of grain-free and gluten-free treats that are not only enticing for your pup, but also provide a nutritional boost to keep him on his A-game all day, every day. Perfect for training and rewarding dogs, these treats always feature real, deboned meat as the number one ingredient and never have any artificial preservatives or fillers. Lil' Brush Bones help freshen breath and clean teeth, and they have a natural chicken flavor.
The Makings of a Meal Fit for Your Best Friend
Sweet Potatoes: Excellent source of complex carbs, vitamins, minerals, beta-carotene, and starch that converts easily into sugar for quick energy.
Blueberries: Loaded with vitamins C and E, healthy carbs, fiber and powerful antioxidants for immune system support and urinary tract health.
Organic Alfalfa: Rich source of calcium and serves as a good source of fiber, vitamins and carotene.
Salmon Oil: Contains long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, plus EPA and DHA for overall health and well-being.
Flaxseed Oil: Delivers the right amount of healthy fats from omega-3 and 6 fatty acids to provide energy and maintain healthy skin.
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Recipe |
Chicken + Sweet Potato |
Texas Beef + Sweet Potato |
Salmon + Sweet Potato |
Senior (Chicken + Sweet Potato) |
Puppy (Chicken + Sweet Potato) |
| Protein Levels | 38% | 38% | 34% | 32% | 28% |
| Ingredient Breakdown | 55% Animal Proteins 45% Produce, Vitamins and Minerals | 70% Animal Proteins 30% Produce, Vitamins and Minerals | 55% Animal Proteins 45% Produce, Vitamins and Minerals | 55% Animal Proteins 45% Produce, Vitamins and Minerals | 55% Animal Proteins 45% Produce, Vitamins and Minerals |
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 25 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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24 Reviews
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By kiki on Apr 4, 2018
first of all i contacted customer service through email and that was pointless always call if something is wrong.my bag of food was shipped open and half empty and i let them know that and they immediately send another bag. if this wouldnt have gotten fixed they would have lost a loyal customer. but i will continue my purchases here. thanks chewy! also the prices arent the best for food only when you do autoship.i do love my babys and they deserve the best so i will continue to purchase.
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By Michelle on Jun 4, 2018
I have a cavalier King Charles spaniel that struggled to transition from the Merrick Grain Free Puppy (chicken) to the adult merrick chicken dry food. The vet suggested I swap meats and he LOVED IT. And wonderful efficient Chewy shipping!
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By YTDogMom on Jun 19, 2018
Very crunchy small bites, my pup chews slower to devour every bite! Great kibble for small breeds. Finally found a good food for my baby girl!
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By AouillyFuisse on Nov 16, 2017
We have a five year old Maltipoo who eats meat but doesn't like dry dogfood. Not knowing that there was Merrick's Lil Plates We had been using Merrick's adult size Lamb and Sweet Potato and ground it up in the Vitamix to make a powder that we mixed into his meat. This worked to some degree. But when I used the Merrick's Lil Plates without grinding he ate it all up and was looking for more.. So Happy to have found Lil Plates.
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By cherry on Feb 13, 2018
My 2 little men do not like this too much. I made the mistake and ordered a large bag. I cook their food every day sweet potato, brussel sprouts and real turkey legs, however I still give them dry dog food for their teeth. But I think the kibbles are too big and they just do not like the taste. Merrick products are great but this one is not for my boys.
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By Treats on Apr 19, 2018
My Maltipoo, Leo, loves this variety of food. So glad Merrick came out with another "Li'l Plates" flavor.
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By Juliasy on Apr 8, 2018
Our puppy loves this food. It was recommended by the breeder and this is our first purchase.
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By Charlie on Mar 3, 2018
My dog loves the bite size and flavor and I don't enjoy doing reviews because the review must be a least 50 characters long. Why not make it so you can type as few words as you want to?
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By chrome on May 30, 2018
Quick shipping, dogs seem to like,same or lower price than local places
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By Misdelo on Oct 29, 2017
My 6 lb Yorkie likes all of the flavors of Lil Plates. He can eat it easily because of how small the kibble is. We have bought it for about a year or more and plan to continue.
