Merrick · Purrfect Bistro Grilled in Sauce · Braised Pork, Carrot & Barley Recipe

Name: Merrick Purrfect Bistro Grilled in Sauce Braised Pork, Carrot & Barley Recipe
Brand: Merrick

Wet food · Adult Maintenance

Furry PI's verdict

Our investigation gives Merrick Grilled in Sauce a solid report. After the broth, pork is first in line — the right start for an obligate carnivore. It isn't flawless — it contains menadione sodium bisulfite complex. Even so, the overall picture is good for everyday feeding.

What's concerning

Contains menadione sodium bisulfite complex — an ingredient our database flags as genuinely problematic for cats.
Several other ingredients on the label raise quality questions — the full flagged list is in the app.

What works

After the broth, pork is first in line — the right start for an obligate carnivore.
A strong share of its calories comes from protein.
As a wet food, it delivers the moisture cats rarely drink on their own.

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Nutrition from the label (as fed)

Protein	10%
Fat	2%
Fiber	1.5%
Moisture	82%
Ash*	2.5%
Carbs (estimated)*	2%

Label: guaranteed analysis (min/max). * not printed on the label — carbs are calculated, ash/moisture estimated from typical values. How these numbers translate into calories from protein vs carbs — and how this food scores on each pillar — is shown in the app.

Quick answers

Is Merrick Grilled in Sauce grain-free?: No — the label lists wheat gluten and barley.
What are the first ingredients in Merrick Grilled in Sauce?: The label opens with pork broth, pork and wheat gluten. Ingredients are listed by weight, so the first few carry the most.
Does it contain artificial colours or preservatives?: None appear on the ingredient list.

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