Farmina Cod, Pumpkin and Cantaloupe Melon Puppy Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food Merrick Grain Free Puppy Real Chicken & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food
Farmina Cod, Pumpkin and Cantaloupe Melon Puppy Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.8 to 8.5. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Farmina Cod, Pumpkin and Cantaloupe Melon Puppy Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food and Merrick Grain Free Puppy Real Chicken & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Oct 11, 2026 |
Verified Oct 12, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.8 / 10 | 8.5 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
30.00% | 28.00% |
| Fat | 20.00% | 15.00% |
| Fiber | 2.50% | 4.50% |
| Calcium | 1.10% | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus | 0.91% | 1.00% |
| Omega-3 | 2.50% | 0.40% |
| Omega-6 | 1.80% | 3.00% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.17% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
9.00% | 11.00% |
| Calories | Not listed | 3664 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
cod, dehydrated cod, sweet potatoes, pea starch, chicken fat, pork fat, natural flavors, herring oil, dehydrated herring, dried pumpkin, hydrolyzed fish, pea fiber, dried carrot, monocalcium phosphate, suncured alfalfa meal, inulin, fructooligosaccharide, yeast extract, dried cantaloupe melon, dried apple, dried pomegranate, dried spinach, psyllium seed husk, dried blueberry, salt, potassium chloride, calcium carbonate, brewers dried yeast, turmeric, vitamin A supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, ascorbic acid, niacin, calcium pantothenate, riboflavin, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamine hydrochloride, biotin, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, choline chloride, dried beet pulp, beta-carotene, zinc methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, manganese methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, ferrous glycine, copper methionine hydroxy analogue chelate, selenium yeast, DL-Methionine, taurine, L-Carnitine, aloe vera gel concentrate, green tea extract, rosemary extract, mixed tocopherols (a preservative). Show full list Show less |
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Sweet Potatoes, Potatoes, Peas, Turkey Meal, Chicken Fat, Pea Protein, Natural Flavor, Dried Egg Product, Miscanthus Grass, Salmon Oil, Potato Protein, Dried Yeast, Flaxseed, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Choline Chloride, Apples, Blueberries, 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], Mixed Tocopherols For Freshness. B278823 Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Allergy support, Skin coat health, High energy, Digestive health | Brain health, Joint care, Skin coat health, High energy |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Puppy | Puppy |
| Breed size | Medium, Large | All Breed Sizes |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Yes | Not indicated |
| Life stages | All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) | Not listed |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Formulation | Not listed |
| Maker standards | ||
WSAVA guidelinesThe World Small Animal Veterinary Association publishes criteria for evaluating a manufacturer: qualified nutritionists on staff, feeding trials, and published research. It does not certify or endorse brands. |
No | No |
PSC accreditedThe Pet Sustainability Coalition is a nonprofit that accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact through third-party verification. It reflects sustainability practices, not food quality. |
No | No |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordWe track the FDA's animal food recall listings back to January 2019 and publish every pet food recall automatically. A filing that isn't pet food may not appear here. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Sweet Potato
- Chicken Fat
- Natural Flavor
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Farmina Cod, Pumpkin and Cantaloupe Melon Puppy Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.8 to 8.5 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Sweet Potato, Chicken Fat, Natural Flavor.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Farmina Cod, Pumpkin and Cantaloupe Melon Puppy Medium & Maxi Dry Dog Food is labeled complete and balanced; Merrick Grain Free Puppy Real Chicken & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food does not list an AAFCO status.
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