The Honest Kitchen Grain Free Beef & Chicken Protein Plus Clusters Dry Dog Food Merrick Grain Free Puppy Real Beef & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food
Merrick Grain Free Puppy Real Beef & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.3 to 7.8. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
The Honest Kitchen Grain Free Beef & Chicken Protein Plus Clusters Dry Dog Food and Merrick Grain Free Puppy Real Beef & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 19, 2026 |
Verified Jul 23, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
7.8 / 10 | 8.3 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
Not listed | 28.00% |
| Fat | Not listed | 15.00% |
| Fiber | Not listed | 4.50% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 1.00% |
| Omega-3 | Not listed | 0.30% |
| Omega-6 | Not listed | 2.00% |
| Taurine | Not listed | 0.17% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
12.00% | 11.00% |
| Calories | Not listed | 3564 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Beef, chicken, potatoes, beef liver, peas, lentils, pea protein concentrate, flaxseed, dried whey protein concentrate, beef bone broth, dicalcium phosphate, egg, chicken liver, natural beef flavor, pumpkin, salt, fish oil, vitamins [ vitamin A supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2), calcium pantothenate (vitamin B5), pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, niacin supplement], dried kelp, taurine, minerals [iron amino acid chelate, copper amino acid chelate, manganese amino acid chelate, zinc amino acid chelate, sodium selenite], mixed tocopherols (preservative), choline chloride, dried bacillus coagulans fermentation product, rosemary extract. Show full list Show less |
Deboned beef, chicken meal, sweet potatoes, potatoes, peas, natural flavor, turkey meal, chicken fat, pea protein, miscanthus grass, dried yeast, salmon oil, flaxseed, 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], apples, blueberries, DLMethionine, 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 B5), 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. B278923 Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Digestive health, Probiotic support, Skin coat health, Heart care, Antioxidant support | Skin coat health, Joint care, High energy |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Whole Pieces | Kibble |
| Processing | Cold Pressed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Puppy, Adult | Puppy |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | Small, Medium |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Not indicated | Not indicated |
| Life stages | Not listed | Not listed |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Not listed | 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 recordKibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Beef
- Chicken
- Potato
- Pea
- Pea Protein
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Merrick Grain Free Puppy Real Beef & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.3 to 7.8 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Beef, Chicken, Potato, Pea, Pea Protein.
See the full profiles: The Honest Kitchen Grain Free Beef & Chicken Protein Plus Clusters Dry Dog Food and Merrick Grain Free Puppy Real Beef & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Dog Food .
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