Description
Deboned Beef Pate – High-Protein Ancestral Nutrition for Cats
Merrick Backcountry Grain Free Real Beef Pate is a complete and balanced wet cat food that puts deboned beef first – a rich, high-quality protein that helps build and maintain healthy muscle tissue and energy levels. Paired with deboned chicken and enriched with salmon oil and flaxseed for natural Omega-3 support, this pate delivers the moisture, protein, and nutrition your cat needs in every serving. Free from artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives.
Quick Product Snapshot
Attribute
Detail
Primary Protein Source
Deboned Beef, Deboned Chicken, Chicken Liver
Product Type
Wet Cat Food
Texture / Form
Pate
Nutritional Focus
High Protein, Hydration Support, Skin and Coat
Life Stage
All Life Stages
Feeding Use
Complete Meal or Mixer
Best For
Cats needing a high-protein, grain-free pate with a novel red meat protein
Cat Size Suitability
All Sizes
Health Focus
Muscle Health, Hydration Support, Skin and Coat
Key Nutrients
Taurine, Salmon Oil (Omega-3), Flaxseed
Package Size
3 oz per can, Case of 24
Why Pet Owners Choose This
Deboned beef is always the first ingredient – a rich, high-quality protein for muscle maintenance and energy
Salmon oil and flaxseed provide natural Omega-3 fatty acids for skin and coat health
Pate format adds meaningful moisture to support daily hydration
Complete and balanced for all life stages – including kittens and pregnant or lactating cats
No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives
Pairs well with Merrick Backcountry dry cat food for a complete rotational feeding plan
Crafted in Merrick’s Hereford, TX kitchen and cooked in the USA
Ingredients
Deboned Beef, Beef Broth, Deboned Chicken, Chicken Liver, Pea Protein, Potato Protein, Natural Flavor, Dried Egg Product, Calcium Carbonate, Sodium Phosphate, Guar Gum, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Choline Chloride, Salmon Oil, Agar-Agar, Flaxseed, Locust Bean Gum, Xanthan Gum, Taurine, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K), Vitamin D3 Supplement), Minerals (Zinc Amino Acid Complex, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Amino Acid Complex, Iron Amino Acid Complex, Copper Amino Acid Complex, Cobalt Glucoheptonate, Potassium Iodide)
Guaranteed Analysis
Nutrient
Amount
Crude Protein
min 12%
Crude Fat
min 4%
Crude Fiber
max 1.2%
Moisture
max 78%
Ash
max 3.00%
Taurine
min 0.20%
Feeding Guide
Serve at room temperature. Cover and refrigerate unused portions. Always provide access to clean, fresh water. When fed alone to adults, feed 2 cans per 5.5 lbs. of body weight per day. For kittens, feed up to twice this amount. For pregnant or lactating cats, feed up to three times this amount. For combination feeding, reduce 1/4 cup dry food for every 1 can of wet food served.
Storage Instructions
Store unopened cans at room temperature. Once opened, cover and refrigerate unused portions and use within 3 days.
Product Highlights
Deboned beef as the #1 ingredient
High protein pate with added moisture
Salmon oil and flaxseed for Omega-3 and skin and coat support
No artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives
Complete and balanced for all life stages
3 oz cans – case of 24
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a complete meal?
Yes. Merrick Backcountry Beef Pate is formulated to provide complete and balanced nutrition for all life stages, including kittens and adult cats.
Can kittens eat this?
Yes. This formula is suitable for all life stages. The feeding guide recommends up to twice the adult amount for kittens to support their higher energy and growth needs.
Why are salmon oil and flaxseed included?
Both are natural sources of Omega-3 fatty acids, which support healthy skin condition and coat quality alongside the high-protein beef and chicken base.
Can I mix this with dry food?
Yes. This pate pairs well with Merrick Backcountry dry cat food for a combination feeding approach that adds moisture and variety to your cat’s diet.
Product Specifications
Specification
Detail
Brand
Merrick
SKU
022808470250
Barcode
022808470250
Form
Pate
Weight
3 oz per can
Product Type
Wet Cat Food
Usage
Complete Meal or Mixer
Life Stage
All Life Stages
Pet Size Suitability
All Sizes
Health Focus
Muscle Health, Hydration Support, Skin and Coat
Administration Method
Served as a complete wet meal or mixed with dry food
