Backcountry Raw Infused recipes for cats deliver a perfect combination of protein-rich, grain-free kibble plus real whole pieces of raw, freeze-dried meat for the nutritional benefits and fresh taste of a raw diet in a convenient format for pet parents. High-protein kibble starts with real deboned meat, poultry or fish as the first ingredient. Grain-free with no gluten ingredients. This recipe is also rich in omega fatty acids for a healthy skin & coat. Freeze-dried raw protein pieces are mixed into the kibble in a pure state to provide a nutritional boost, easy digestion and the fresh taste cats love. The raw inclusion goes through rigorous testing and a proven process called High-Pressure Processing (HPP) to ensure food safety.
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| GOAL WT (LBS) | CALORIES/DAY | CUPS/DAY (APPROX) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 to 2 months | n/a | 1/4 cup + 3oz. pouch |
| 2 to 6 months | n/a | 1/3 cup + 3oz. pouch |
| 6 to 12 months | n/a | 2/3 cup + 3oz. pouch |
| GOAL WT (LBS) | CALORIES/DAY | CUPS/DAY (APPROX) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 to 2 months | n/a | 1/4 – 1/3 cup |
| 2 to 6 months | n/a | 1/3 – 2/3 cup |
| 6 to 12 months | n/a | 2/3 – 1 cup |
Transitioning: Gradually mix in the new food over a 5-7 day period, increasing the amount of Backcountry Kitten each day. Merrick Backcountry Raw Infused Kitten Recipe is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles for growth. 3,638 kcal per kilogram or 400 kcal per cup ME (metabolizable energy) on an as-fed basis (calculated).
Deboned Chicken, Chicken Meal, Turkey Meal, Potatoes, Peas, Natural Flavor, Salmon Meal, Potato Protein, Chicken Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols), Sweet Potatoes, Deboned Turkey, Salmon Oil (source of Omega-3 fatty acids), Dried Yeast Culture, Salt, Organic Dried Alfalfa Meal, Choline Chloride, Minerals (Iron Amino Acid Complex, Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Potassium Iodide, Cobalt Proteinate, Cobalt Carbonate), Phosphoric Acid, Taurine, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Acetate, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Niacin, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Dried Bacillus coagulans Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus plantarum Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus casei Fermentation Product, Dried Enterococcus faecium Fermentation Product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus Fermentation Product.
Guaranteed Analysis Crude protein (min.) 42.00 % Crude fat (min.) 15.00 % Crude fiber (max.) 3.50 % Moisture (max.) 11.00 % Calcium (min.) 1.00% Phosphorus (min.) 0.80% Taurine 0.20% Omega-6 fatty acid (min.) 3.00% Omega-3 fatty acid (min.) 0.30% Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)* (min.) 0.05% Bacillus coagulans* (min.) 90,000,000 cfu/lb * If an item has an *, this nutrient is not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Cat Nutrient Profiles.
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