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Merrick Lil' Plates Small Salmon Recipe Dog Treats

Protein: 11% min
Fat: 3% min
Fiber: 4% max
Moisture: 32% max

Facts read from merrickpetcare.com, checked October 31, 2026. Labels change: check the package before you buy.

Ingredients

1 Salmon
2 Peas
3 Potato Protein
4 Potato Starch
5 Potatoes
6 Vegetable Glycerin
7 Brown Sugar
8 Cane Molasses
9 Flaxseed
10 Lecithin
11 Dried Cultured Whey
12 Salt
13 Pea Fiber
14 Citric Acid For Freshness
15 Vinegar
16 Potassium Chloride
17 Natural Smoke Flavor
18 Mixed Tocopherols For Freshness
19 Apples
20 Carrots
21 Blueberries
22 Inulin. B284023

In label order: by weight before cooking, heaviest first. Underlined ingredients have a glossary entry.

Guaranteed analysis

Nutrient	On the label	Dry matter (calculated)
Crude Protein	11% min	16.2%
Crude Fat	3% min	4.4%
Crude Fiber	4% max	5.9%
Moisture	32% max	—
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	0.3% min	0.4%
Omega-6 Fatty Acids	0.3% min	0.4%

Dry matter takes the water out (value ÷ (100 − moisture) × 100), so wet and dry foods can be compared on one scale.

Calories

per kg: 3,008 kcal

The label says: “3,008 kcal/kg, 1”

Carbohydrates and calories (estimates)

About 65.5% of the dry matter is carbohydrate, worked out by difference: labels don't state it. The label states no ash, so 8% of dry matter is assumed (a typical value).

Protein 17%
Fat 12%
Carbohydrate 71%

Where the calories come from, with the modified Atwater factors (3.5, 8.5 and 3.5 kcal per gram).

Feeding guide

Feed as a treat to your adult dog. This product is a treat and is not intended to be fed as a meal. Feed 3 treats per 5 pounds body weight. The caloric intake from treats should not exceed 10% of a dog’s total daily caloric requirement. If treats are given, the amount of food should be reduced accordingly. Monitor your dog to ensure treat is adequately chewed prior to swallowing. Provide adequate fresh water in a clean container daily. For your pet’s health, see your veterinarian regularly.

What the brand says

Merrick Lil’ Plates Grain Free Small Salmon Recipe, Natural With Added Minerals, Chewy And Soft Training Treats For Small Dogs With Added Vitamins and Minerals
Real salmon is always the first ingredient in this pouch of soft small dog training treats that come in a variety of fun shapes for toy and small breeds
Soft and chewy training bites for small dogs with salmon are formulated with omega fatty acids, prebiotic fiber for dogs’ digestive health support, and wholesome vegetables like peas and potatoes
Lil’ Plates tiny dog treats are perfectly sized for miniature or toy breeds, offering the perfect bite-sized snack. Use this resealable bag of soft treats for every day training
These grain free soft fish treats are great for a rewarding snack, contain no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives, and are cooked in the USA with the world’s best ingredients

The brand's own claims, not checked by iPickPet.