Merrick Grain Free Real Chicken & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food Open Farm Rawmix Large Breed Grain-Free Dog Kibble
Merrick Grain Free Real Chicken & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 9.3 to 8.8. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Merrick Grain Free Real Chicken & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food and Open Farm Rawmix Large Breed Grain-Free Dog Kibble compared
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Verified Aug 30, 2026 |
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KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
9.3 / 10 | 8.8 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
32.00% | 30.00% |
| Fat | 16.00% | 15.00% |
| Fiber | 3.50% | 4.50% |
| Calcium | Not listed | 1.20% |
| Phosphorus | Not listed | 1.00% |
| Omega-3 | 0.30% | 1.00% |
| Omega-6 | 3.00% | 2.00% |
| Taurine | 0.17% | 0.20% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
11.00% | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3592 kcal/kg | 3650 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Turkey Meal, Sweet Potatoes, Potatoes, Peas, Chicken Fat, Natural Flavor, Flaxseed, Dried Yeast, 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, Taurine, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin Supplement, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Folic Acid, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Mixed Tocopherols for freshness. 2C38474 Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Chicken Meal, Potatoes, Sweet Potatoes, Coconut Oil, Salmon, Turkey, Flaxseed, Pumpkin, Ocean Whitefish Meal, Carrots, Natural Flavor, Apples, Salt, Cranberries, Calcium Carbonate, Salmon Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dicalcium Phosphate, Taurine, Tapioca, Minerals (Zinc Proteinate, Iron Proteinate, Selenium Yeast, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Proteinate, Calcium Iodate), Choline Chloride, Chicken Liver, Chicken Neck, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid), Green Lipped Mussel, Sunflower Oil (Preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), L-Carnitine, Chicken Bone Broth, Cinnamon, Turmeric, Organic Butternut Squash, Organic Blueberries, Organic Spinach, Organic Kale, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Organic Pumpkin Seeds, Organic Sunflower Seeds, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Skin coat health, Joint care, High energy | Skin coat health, Joint care, Bone health, Digestive health, Immune support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Freeze Dried |
| Life stage | Adult | Puppy, Adult, Senior |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | Large |
| 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 | Yes |
| Life stages | Not listed | All Life Stages, Large Breed Growth (70+ lbs) |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Not listed | Formulation |
| 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 | Yes |
| 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.
- Chicken
- Turkey
- Sweet Potato
- Potato
- Flaxseed
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Merrick Grain Free Real Chicken & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food scores higher, 9.3 to 8.8 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Turkey, Sweet Potato, Potato, Flaxseed.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Merrick Grain Free Real Chicken & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food does not list an AAFCO status; Open Farm Rawmix Large Breed Grain-Free Dog Kibble is labeled complete and balanced.
See the full profiles: Merrick Grain Free Real Chicken & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food and Open Farm Rawmix Large Breed Grain-Free Dog Kibble .
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