
Grain Free Real Salmon Natural Dry Cat Food
Product Description
Merrick Purrfect Bistro Grain-Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Formula is a balanced dry food for adult cats. It features real salmon as the primary ingredient, complemented by sweet potatoes, flaxseed, and added vitamins, minerals, and taurine. Each 4 lb bag offers at least 36% protein and naturally contains higher omega-3 fatty acids. The product is free from grains, corn, wheat, soy, and artificial additives.
Benefits
- Real Salmon First: Real salmon as the first ingredient supports healthy muscles and provides natural omega-rich protein daily.
- Sweet Potatoes Included: Contains real sweet potatoes for easily digestible carbohydrates and sustained energy without digestive upset.
- Higher Omega-3 Content: Delivers 0.50% minimum omega-3 fatty acids from salmon and flaxseed for healthy skin and coat.
- Grain Free Formula: Made without grain, wheat, corn, or soy, ideal for grain-sensitive indoor and outdoor adult cats.
- No Artificial Additives: Free from artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives for a clean, natural daily diet.
Ingredients
Salmon, Chicken Meal, Pea Starch, Potato Protein, Cassava Root Flour, Dried Yeast, Canola Meal, Beef Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Dried Egg Product, Sweet Potatoes, Natural Flavor, Dried Chicory Root, Phosphoric Acid, Flaxseed, Sodium Bisulfate, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Salt, Calcium Carbonate, Taurine, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin A Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Biotin (Vitamin B-7), Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K)), Minerals (Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite).
Guaranteed Analysis
Nutrient |
Amount |
Crude Protein (min) |
36.0% |
Crude Fat (min) |
16.0% |
Crude Fiber (max) |
3.0% |
Moisture (max) |
12.0% |
Linoleic Acid (min) |
1.40% |
Calcium (min) |
1.0% |
Phosphorus (min) |
0.80% |
Zinc (min) |
150 mg/kg |
Selenium (min) |
0.35 mg/kg |
Vitamin A (min) |
12,000 IU/kg |
Vitamin E (min) |
150 IU/kg |
Taurine (min) |
0.20% |
Omega-3 Fatty Acids (min) |
0.50% |
Omega-6 Fatty Acids (min) |
1.50% |
Variants/Types
Flavor |
Size |
Salmon & Sweet Potato |
4 lb |
Salmon & Sweet Potato |
12 lb |
How to Use
Dosage & Feeding Chart
Cat Weight |
Dry Food Only (cups/day) |
With 3 oz Wet Food (cups + 1 can) |
4–7 lbs |
1/3 – 1/2 cup |
1/3 cup + 1 can |
7–10 lbs |
1/2 – 3/4 cup |
1/2 cup + 1 can |
10–15 lbs |
3/4 – 1 cup |
3/4 cup + 1 can |
Directions For Use
- Daily Feeding Amount: Feed according to body weight; use the dosage chart above as a daily guideline.
- Combination Feeding: For added moisture, pair with Merrick wet cat food using the combination feeding chart.
- Adjust for Activity: Optimal amounts may vary with age, activity level, and environment for each cat.
- Transition Gradually: Introduce over 7 to 10 days, gradually mixing with the cat's current food.
- Fresh Water Access: Always provide access to clean, fresh water alongside all dry food meals.
Disclaimer: Product information and feeding guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Optimal feeding amounts may vary with age, activity level, and environment. Consult your veterinarian for personalized dietary guidance.
Additional Information
Precautions
- Adjust Portions Daily: Adjust portion sizes based on the cat's individual age, weight, and activity level.
- Allergen Awareness: Contains dried egg product, beef fat, and chicken meal; check for known food sensitivities before feeding.
- Contains Menadione: This formulation includes menadione sodium bisulfite complex as a source of vitamin K.
- Consult Veterinarian: Consult a veterinarian before use if your cat has known health conditions or dietary sensitivities.
- Store Bag Properly: Seal the bag tightly after each use and store in a cool, dry location.
Shipping & Returns
We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details.
For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Is the salmon and sweet potato dry cat food complete and balanced?
Ans: Yes, the salmon and sweet potato dry cat food provides a 100% nutritionally complete and balanced diet for adult cats. It is formulated with added vitamins, minerals, and taurine to meet the daily nutritional requirements of adult cats.
Q2: What is the protein content of the salmon and sweet potato dry cat food?
Ans: The salmon and sweet potato dry cat food provides a minimum of 36% crude protein. This high-protein content is sourced primarily from real salmon and chicken meal, delivering quality animal-based nutrition in every serving.
Q3: What makes the salmon recipe different from other Purrfect Bistro dry flavors?
Ans: The salmon and sweet potato dry cat food delivers a higher minimum omega-3 fatty acid content at 0.50%, compared to the chicken and lamb recipes. This is because salmon is a naturally rich source of omega-3 fatty acids.
Q4: Does the salmon and sweet potato dry cat food contain probiotics?
Ans: No, the current formulation of the salmon and sweet potato dry cat food does not include probiotic strains. It does contain dried chicory root, which is a natural source of prebiotic fiber to help support digestive health.
Q5: Is Merrick Purrfect Bistro Grain Free Salmon & Sweet Potato Recipe Dry Cat Food grain free?
Ans: Yes, the salmon and sweet potato dry cat food is completely grain free, crafted without wheat, corn, or soy. It is also free from artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives, making it a clean, natural daily diet option.
Q6: What are the omega fatty acid sources in the salmon and sweet potato dry cat food?
Ans: The salmon and sweet potato dry cat food provides omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids primarily from salmon and flaxseed. These essential fatty acids help promote healthy skin, a radiant coat, and overall feline wellness.
Q7: Does the salmon and sweet potato dry cat food contain menadione?
Ans: Yes, the current formulation includes menadione sodium bisulfite complex as a synthetic source of vitamin K. Pet owners who prefer to avoid this ingredient should consult their veterinarian about alternative diet options.
Q8: Can the salmon and sweet potato dry cat food be paired with wet food?
Ans: Yes, the salmon and sweet potato dry cat food pairs well with Merrick Purrfect Bistro wet cat food for added moisture and flavor. The combination feeding chart provides specific daily cup measurements alongside a 3 oz can.
This Shipping Policy explains how orders are processed, shipped, tracked, and delivered.
1. Shipping Origin and Fulfillment
Orders are dispatched from our U.S.-based fulfillment center. We deliver to eligible addresses within the United States and to eligible international destinations shown at checkout.
If a destination, shipping service, or product is not eligible for delivery, checkout will not offer that shipping option.
2. Order Processing Time
Orders are generally processed within 1–5 business days before shipment. Processing time is separate from carrier transit time.
Our order cut-off time is 6:00 PM Pacific Time (PT). Orders placed after the cut-off time, on weekends, or on applicable holidays begin processing on the next business day.
Processing may include order verification and preparation for shipment.
3. U.S. Shipping Methods, Costs, and Transit Times
For eligible U.S. addresses, our current shipping options are:
- Priority Shipping: $5.99 — estimated carrier transit time of 1–2 business days after shipment.
- Standard Shipping: $2.99 — estimated carrier transit time of 3–6 business days after shipment.
- Free Shipping: $0 — estimated carrier transit time of 5–8 business days after shipment.
Total estimated delivery time includes both the 1–5 business day processing period and the applicable carrier transit time. The shipping service, cost, and delivery estimate available for your order are shown at checkout before payment.
4. International Shipping
We ship to eligible international destinations. Available international shipping services, shipping charges, and estimated delivery times vary by destination and are displayed at checkout.
For eligible international orders, applicable import duties and taxes are calculated and collected at checkout where required. When these charges apply, the order is shipped on a duties-and-taxes-paid basis so that the same import charges should not be collected again at delivery.
International delivery estimates may be affected by carrier operations, customs processing, local holidays, weather, or other events outside normal transit conditions.
5. Tracking
When tracking is available, you will receive shipment confirmation with tracking information after the order has shipped. Please allow up to 48 hours for tracking information to become active after the carrier receives the shipment.
6. Address Accuracy and Changes
Please review your shipping address carefully before submitting an order. If you notice an address error, contact us as soon as possible. We will try to help before shipment, but an address change cannot be guaranteed once fulfillment or carrier processing has begun.
Additional carrier or re-delivery charges resulting from an incorrect or incomplete address may be the customer's responsibility where permitted by law.
7. Delayed or Lost Shipments
If your shipment has not arrived within the estimated delivery timeframe, please contact us. We will review the tracking information, work with the carrier when necessary, and assist with an appropriate resolution based on the circumstances.
Delivery estimates are not guarantees and may be affected by carrier delays, weather, public holidays, customs processing, or other transportation disruptions.
8. Damaged, Defective, or Incorrect Deliveries
If an item arrives damaged, defective, or incorrect, contact us within 7 calendar days after confirmed delivery. Please include your order number and clear photos of the item, packaging, and shipping label when relevant.
Approved cases are handled under our Return & Refund Policy, including return-shipping assistance when the issue is our responsibility.
9. Policy Updates
We may update this Shipping Policy when our shipping services or operating requirements change. The current version will be posted on this page.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about shipping or an order in transit, please use our Contact page or the current contact information displayed in the website footer.
This Return & Refund Policy explains when a return is eligible, how to send an item back, who pays return shipping, and how approved refunds are processed.
1. Return Window
You may request an eligible return within 30 days after confirmed delivery. Return requests submitted after the 30-day period are not accepted unless applicable law requires otherwise.
2. Return Eligibility
To qualify for a standard return, the item must generally be:
- Unused, unwashed, and in its original condition.
- Returned with the original packaging, tags, accessories, manuals, and other included components, when applicable.
- Not specifically identified as final sale or non-returnable before purchase.
Products that show use, alteration, avoidable damage, missing components, or other conditions outside the eligibility requirements may be ineligible for a refund.
3. Product-Specific Non-Returnable Items
Some products may be non-returnable for hygiene, safety, customization, final-sale, or other product-specific reasons. Any such restriction will be disclosed on the product page or before purchase when applicable.
4. No Direct Exchanges
We do not provide direct exchange service. If you want a different item, size, color, model, or version, return the eligible original item under this Policy and place a new order separately.
5. How to Start a Return
Returns are handled by mail. Before sending an item back, contact our customer support team through the Contact page or the current contact information displayed in the website footer. Please provide:
- Your order number.
- The item or items you want to return.
- The reason for the return.
Returns sent without required return authorization may be delayed or refused.
6. Prepaid Return Label and Return Shipping Cost
For eligible mail returns, a prepaid return label is included in the package.
For a standard return made for customer-choice reasons, the actual carrier postage charged for use of the prepaid return label will be deducted from the approved refund. We do not charge a separate restocking fee.
If the return is required because the item arrived damaged, defective, or incorrect and the claim is approved, we cover the return-label cost.
If you choose not to use the provided label when an alternative return method is authorized, use a trackable shipping service and keep your shipping receipt until the return is completed.
7. Original Shipping Charges
Original outbound shipping charges are non-refundable for standard customer-choice returns, except where required by law. If the return results from an approved damaged, defective, or incorrect item, applicable shipping charges will be handled as part of the resolution.
8. Refund Review and Processing
After the returned item is received, we inspect it and notify you whether the refund is approved.
If approved, the refund is issued to the original payment method. We generally process an approved refund within 1–3 business days. After the refund is issued, your bank or card provider may require an additional 5–10 business days to post the funds to your account.
9. Damaged, Defective, or Incorrect Items
If an item arrives damaged, defective, or incorrect, contact us within 7 calendar days after confirmed delivery. Include your order number and clear photos of the item, packaging, and shipping label when relevant.
After review, we will provide an appropriate resolution. When a return is required for an approved claim, we cover the return shipping cost.
10. Refused or Undeliverable Shipments
If a shipment is refused or returned because of incorrect or incomplete customer-provided shipping information, actual carrier return, re-delivery, or related shipping charges may be deducted from an otherwise eligible refund where permitted by law.
11. Policy Updates
We may update this Return & Refund Policy when our return procedures or legal requirements change. The current version will be posted on this page.
12. Contact Us
If you need help with a return or refund, please use our Contact page or the current contact information displayed in the website footer.
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