Is the food smaller than the regular food?

It is definitely smaller than any other "small bites" food I've ever gotten for my dogs. In fact, I find that my dogs munch on many little bits at a time. Yep. It's that small. And the bits seem to be fairly tender. They're not rock hard. They appear to be a bit pourus,so they're crunchy, but not rock hard. I think they're perfect for little ones. My two are 17 lbs and around 10 lbs, and the smaller dog is much older (like 8 years old) - no problem chewing at all. They seem to be perfect little bites!

Fat content ? Safe for dogs with pancreatitis ?

According and o the package photos posted, the beef has minimum 15% crude fat and the salmon 14%. You might check out weight control foods. Merricks Healthy Weight shows 8-11% crude fat.

How small are the bites? i have a teacup yorkie who is 5 lbs she has a hard time with most small bites. she is eating nutro small bites.

Super small bites - the smallest I've ever seen. And they're not rock hard either. I have one dog that's around 10lbs, and the other is 17lbs. The 10lb dog is an 8+ year-old poodle with not the best teeth. She seems to do well with eating the morsels. Tiny and soft enough for both of my dogs.

Are the ingredients organic or certified non gmo?

Hi Michelle- Our products are not organic or certified non-GMO.

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🐾 Fuel your small breed’s big life with Merrick’s grain-free goodness!

GUT FRIENDLY FORMULA - Probiotics + prebiotic fiber for smooth digestion
DENTAL DEFENSE KIBBLE - Small, crunchy bites reduce plaque & keep teeth clean
JOINT MOBILITY SUPPORT - Top-tier glucosamine & chondroitin for active hips
SHINY COAT HEALTHY SKIN - Omega-3 & 6 fatty acids nourish from within
PROTEIN PACKED POWERHOUSE - Real deboned chicken leads for lean muscle & energy

Merrick Lil Plates Grain Free Small Breed Recipe is a 4 lb bag of premium dry dog food crafted specifically for small breed adult dogs. Featuring real deboned chicken as the primary ingredient, this grain- and gluten-free formula supports lean muscle, joint health with glucosamine and chondroitin, and digestive wellness through probiotics and prebiotic fiber. Enhanced with omega fatty acids for a healthy coat and designed with small kibble to promote dental health, it’s a complete, balanced nutrition solution made in the USA for active small dogs.

Specifications

ASIN	B00U3SKGE4
Additional Features	Corn Free, Dental, Digestive Health, Easily Digestible, Gluten Free, Grain Free, High-Protein, Hip & Joint Support, Maintenance, Muscle Support, Natural, No Artificial Colors, No Artificial Flavors, No Artificial Preservatives, Real Meat, Skin & Coat, Soy Free, Vitamins & Minerals, Wheat Free
Age Range Description	Adult
Age range (description)	Adult
Allergen Information	Allergen-Free
Animal Food Diet Type	Veterinary Diet
Animal Food Ingredient Claim	No Added Hormones
Animal Food Nutrient Content Claim	High Protein
Best Sellers Rank	#50,088 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #1,476 in Dry Dog Food
Brand	Merrick
Brand Name	Merrick
Breed Recommendation	Small Breeds
Container Type	Bag
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 983 Reviews
Dog Breed Size	Small
Flavor	Chicken
Flavour	Chicken
Global Trade Identification Number	00022808384106
Included Components	One (1) 4 lb Bag - Merrick Lil' Plates Grain Free Small Breed Dry Dog Food Real Chicken + Sweet Potato Recipe
Item Form	Pellet
Item Type Name	Dog Food
Item Weight	1.8 Kilograms
Item form	Pellet
Manufacturer	Merrick Pet Care
Manufacturer Part Number	38410
Model Number	38410
Number of Items	1
Occasion	Birthday
Product Benefits	Supports joint health, nourishes skin and coat, aids digestive health
Recommended Uses For Product	Active small dogs
Special Ingredients	grain-free
Special ingredients	grain-free
Specific Uses For Product	active
Specific uses for product	active
Target Species	Dog
UPC	022808384106
Unit Count	64 Ounce

Reviews

N**I

Great food

15.02.2019

A**P

Dogs love it

18.09.2019

K**E

Some dogs may like

28.02.2025

G**N

Seems to work

28.03.2026

S**N

My yorkies won't eat the dog food

25.05.2019

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