MERA pure sensitive Adult Truthahn & Reis, 1 kg is a dry food from the German brand MERA for adult dogs of all breeds and sizes with sensitive digestion or a tendency to allergies. It's based on dried turkey (30%) and rice (30%), which the manufacturer says is the only carbohydrate source. The recipe is short: besides turkey and rice, it contains animal fat, rice protein, beet pulp, dried marine zooplankton (krill), chia seeds (1%), fish oil and yeast. The manufacturer says it's free from gluten, soy, dairy, artificial additives and flavourings. Shelf life is 12 months.
Why a sensitive-digestion food
For some dogs, regular food causes soft stools, gas, itching or a poorer coat. The cause may be intolerance to particular ingredients such as wheat, soy or certain meats. Foods with a short recipe and one main meat are easier to digest and help pinpoint what the dog reacts to. More in hypoallergenic dog food.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | dry food |
| For | adult dogs of all breeds with sensitive digestion |
| Main protein | turkey, 30% |
| Carbohydrates | rice, 30% |
| Free from | gluten, soy, dairy, artificial additives |
| Also contains | krill, chia seeds, fish oil |
| Shelf life | 12 months |
| Weight | 1 kg |
| Brand | MERA, Germany |
Pros
- A short recipe. Nine ingredients.
- 30% turkey. The main protein source.
- Rice is the only carbohydrate.
- No gluten or soy.
- Krill and fish oil. Sources of fatty acids.
- For all breeds.
- A 1 kg bag. Easy to try.
Cons
- No analysis on the site. Protein and fat unknown.
- Not single-protein. Besides turkey, there's krill, fish oil and rice protein.
- Unspecified animal fat.
- No feeding table. Check the bag.
Ingredients
Dried turkey (30%), rice (30%), animal fat, rice protein, beet pulp, dried marine zooplankton (krill), chia seeds (1%), fish oil, yeast. The base is turkey and rice; beet pulp adds fibre for digestion, while krill, fish oil and chia seeds supply fatty acids for skin and coat.
If your dog has allergies
The food is described as suitable for allergy-prone dogs, but note that besides turkey it contains krill, fish oil and unspecified animal fat. If your vet has prescribed a strict single-protein elimination diet, discuss this recipe with them. For dogs with no allergy to turkey, fish or seafood, a short-recipe food like this can be a good choice.
How to feed it
The site doesn't give a feeding table, so follow the guidance on the bag. The daily amount depends on breed, age, weight and activity; adjust the portion based on body condition. Fresh water should always be available. More in how much to feed a dog per day.
Switching foods
Switch gradually over 7–10 days, mixing the new food with the old and increasing its share. For dogs with sensitive digestion, take it even more slowly: a sudden change can cause an upset even on a suitable diet.
Other MERA pure sensitive options
The range has other combinations: turkey with potato, lamb with rice for small breeds and salmon with rice. For puppies there's MERA pure sensitive Junior with turkey and rice.
Storage
Store the food somewhere dry and cool, closing the bag tightly after each feeding. Shelf life is 12 months. Tips in how to store dry food.
Who it suits
Owners of adult dogs of any breed with sensitive digestion who want a short-recipe food based on turkey and rice, without gluten or soy. More foods are in the dry dog food section.
Verdict
MERA pure sensitive Adult Truthahn & Reis is a food for dogs with sensitive digestion, with turkey (30%) and rice (30%) as the only carbohydrate, no gluten or soy, plus krill, chia seeds and fish oil. The downsides are that the site gives no analysis or feeding table, and it isn't single-protein: besides turkey, it contains krill and fish oil.
FAQ
How much turkey does it contain?
30%.
What's the carbohydrate source?
Rice, 30% — the only one, according to the manufacturer.
Does it contain gluten or soy?
No.
Is it a single-protein food?
No, besides turkey there's krill, fish oil and rice protein.
Which dogs is it for?
Adult dogs of all breeds with sensitive digestion.
What's the shelf life?
12 months.
Is an analysis given?
No, protein and fat aren't listed on the site.
