Does Merrick check for levels of arsenic due to rice content?

Rice is a nutritious food and an important part of a healthy diet. Arsenic can occur naturally in rice through the growing process. The FDA does not recommend any changes regarding consumption of rice at this time. For those who prefer to feed a grain-free dog food, Merrick offers many alternative options. Merrick tests their food and ingredients over 9500 times including a final test to make sure their foods are nutritionally balanced and safe to feed. They also meet all AAFCO and FDA requirements on their ingredients and ingredient levels.

Does the 22lb bag have a closure zipper on it? So it can be re-sealed after the bag has been open?

The bag for this food is not resealable. The kibble inside will stay fresh to the best before date on the packaging as long as the air is pressed out and the bag is clipped closed, or if the food is kept in an air tight container.

Is this food low in sodium? What is the sodium content?

The sodium content of this food is 0.31% as fed and 0.34% on a dry matter basis. This recipe is not categorized as low-sodium.

What is the omega-3 and omega-6 content of this food?

This recipe has a omega-3 fatty acid of 0.60% and a omega-6 fatty acid of 4.0%, per the guaranteed analysis.

Merrick Limited Ingredient Diet Dry Dog Food Real Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe with Healthy Grains, 22-lb bag

Name: Merrick Limited Ingredient Diet Dry Dog Food Real Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe with Healthy Grains
Brand: Merrick
SKU: 203110
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5217 (92 reviews)

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Limited Ingredient Diet
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About This Item

Real deboned chicken is the first ingredient in this premium, limited-ingredient dog food for sensitivities.
With only 9 key ingredients, this chicken and rice dog food is formulated for sensitive systems.
Specially crafted formula for dogs with food allergies, this chicken dog food is made without soy, corn, wheat, dairy, or eggs.
Healthy kibble made with chicken and brown rice delivers a holistic, high-quality blend of protein and fiber from wholesome grains, like oats, to support digestion.
Contains no chickpeas, lentils, peas, or artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Proudly founded in Hereford, Texas and crafted in USA facilities.

Ingredients

Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Oat Meal, Barley, Sweet Potatoes, Chicken Fat, Potato Protein, Flaxseed, Natural Flavor, Miscanthus Grass, Dried Yeast, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Choline Chloride, Minerals [Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Calcium Iodate], DL-Methionine, Sunflower Oil, Taurine, Vitamins [Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Biotin (Vitamin B-7), Vitamin D-3 Supplement], Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols C286324.

Caloric Content

3,716 kcal/kg, 460 kcal/cup

Guaranteed Analysis

Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Protein	24.0% min
Crude Fat	14.0% min
Crude Fiber	5.0% max
Moisture	11.0% max
Taurine	0.17% min
Omega-6 Fatty Acid*	2.60% min
Omega-3 Fatty Acid*	0.60% min
Glucosamine*	400 ppm min
Chondroitin Sulfate	400 mg/kg min

*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.

Feeding Instructions

Weight (lbs)	Daily Feeding (Cups)
3 lbs	1/3 cup
6 lbs	2/3 cup
10 lbs	3/4 cup
15 lbs	1-1/4 cups
20 lbs	1-1/3 cups
30 lbs	1-3/4 cups
40 lbs	2-1/4 cups
50 lbs	2-1/2 cups
60 lbs	2-3/4 cups
70 lbs	3 cups
80 lbs	3-1/3 cups
90 lbs	3-2/3 cups
100 lbs	4 cups
Over 100 lbs	add 1/4 cup per additional 10 lbs

Using the chart, divide the total cups 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 this information as an initial recommendation only and adjust when needed. Dry and wet food in combination will help to increase the level of water in your dog’s diet. If feeding with wet food, reduce dry amount by 1/2 cup for every 6-oz of wet food.

Transition Instructions

Gradually mix in the new food over 7 to 10 days, increasing the amount of Merrick Limited Ingredient Diet Real Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe each day. This gradual transition will help avoid dietary upsets.