Merrick Grain Free Chicken Bone Broth Topper Stella & Chewy's Bountiful Bone Broth Cage-Free Chicken Topper
Both score 8.0 out of 10 on KibbleLab. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Merrick Grain Free Chicken Bone Broth Topper and Stella & Chewy's Bountiful Bone Broth Cage-Free Chicken Topper compared
| Attribute |
Verified Aug 18, 2026 |
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|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.0 / 10 | 8.0 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
3.00% | 3.00% |
| Fat | 0.00% | 0.05% |
| Fiber | 1.00% | 1.00% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
97.00% | 96.00% |
| Calories | 110 kcal/kg | 213 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Low | Low |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken Bone Broth, Sweet Potato, Apple, Parsley, Turmeric (spice) | Chicken Bone Broth, Organic Squash, Ground Pumpkin Seeds, Tapioca, Gelatin, Ginger, Turmeric, Cinnamon |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Marketed benefits | Hydration support, Sensitive stomach | Digestive health, Joint care, Hydration support, Inflammation reduction |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Topper | Topper |
| Texture | Broth | Broth |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | All Life Stages | All Life Stages |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | 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. |
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 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 Bone Broth
- Turmeric
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Both foods score 8.0 out of 10 on KibbleLab.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken Bone Broth, Turmeric.
See the full profiles: Merrick Grain Free Chicken Bone Broth Topper and Stella & Chewy's Bountiful Bone Broth Cage-Free Chicken Topper .
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