Is the food smaller than the regular food?

It is definitely smaller than any other "small bites" food I've ever gotten for my dogs. In fact, I find that my dogs munch on many little bits at a time. Yep. It's that small. And the bits seem to be fairly tender. They're not rock hard. They appear to be a bit pourus,so they're crunchy, but not rock hard. I think they're perfect for little ones. My two are 17 lbs and around 10 lbs, and the smaller dog is much older (like 8 years old) - no problem chewing at all. They seem to be perfect little bites!

Fat content ? Safe for dogs with pancreatitis ?

According and o the package photos posted, the beef has minimum 15% crude fat and the salmon 14%. You might check out weight control foods. Merricks Healthy Weight shows 8-11% crude fat.

How small are the bites? i have a teacup yorkie who is 5 lbs she has a hard time with most small bites. she is eating nutro small bites.

Super small bites - the smallest I've ever seen. And they're not rock hard either. I have one dog that's around 10lbs, and the other is 17lbs. The 10lb dog is an 8+ year-old poodle with not the best teeth. She seems to do well with eating the morsels. Tiny and soft enough for both of my dogs.

Are the ingredients organic or certified non gmo?

Hi Michelle- Our products are not organic or certified non-GMO.

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🐕 Elevate Your Pup's Plate with Merrick!

🦷 DENTAL DEFENSE - Small kibble designed to clean teeth and reduce plaque buildup.
✨ SKIN COAT CARE - Omega 3 fatty acids promote a shiny coat and healthy skin.
🌱 DIGESTIVE HEALTH - Infused with probiotics and prebiotic fiber for optimal digestion.
🐾 TAILORED NUTRITION - Crafted for small breeds with real deboned chicken as the first ingredient.
🦴 JOINT MUSCLE SUPPORT - Packed with glucosamine and chondroitin for healthy hips and joints.

Merrick Lil' Plates Grain Free Small Breed Recipe is a premium dog food designed specifically for small breeds, featuring real deboned chicken as the primary ingredient. This 4-pound bag offers a balanced diet with added probiotics for digestion, glucosamine for joint health, and omega fatty acids for skin and coat vitality, all while being grain-free and allergen-friendly.

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Pet Type	Dog
Product Dimensions	64.77 x 18.42 x 22.86 cm; 1.8 kg
Item model number	38410
Breed Recommendation	Small Breeds
Pet Life Stage	Adult
Flavor	Chicken
Item Form	Pellet
Allergen Information	Allergen-Free
Size	4 Pound (Pack of 1)
Number of Items	1
Quantity	1
Storage Information	Store in a cool, dry place.
Special Features	Grain Free, Hip & Joint Support, Muscle Support, High-Protein, No Artificial Colors, Wheat Free, Easily Digestible, Maintenance, Natural, Corn Free, No Artificial Preservatives, Skin & Coat, Digestive Health, No Artificial Flavors, Gluten Free, Vitamins & Minerals, Soy Free, Real Meat, Dental
Specific Uses	active
batteries required	No
Batteries Included	No
Item Weight	1.8 Kilograms

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