MERA PURE Sensitive | Rice-based Range
MERA PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Dog Food
For dogs with food sensitivities, allergies, or intolerances – particularly those who react to common proteins like chicken or beef – MERA PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice offers a clean, limited ingredient diet built around a single lean protein and easily digestible rice. No wheat. No gluten. No unnecessary additives. Just what your dog needs, and nothing they don’t.
WHY TURKEY?
A novel protein most dogs haven’t been exposed to
Turkey is one of the most commonly recommended proteins for elimination diets because most dogs have no prior exposure to it – making it far less likely to trigger an existing allergic response compared to chicken or beef.
WHY RICE?
Gentle, digestible carbohydrate for sensitive stomachs
Rice is one of the most easily digested carbohydrates available in dog nutrition. Free from wheat and gluten, it provides steady energy without the digestive burden that grains like wheat or corn can cause in sensitive dogs.
THE TURKEY & RICE RANGE
PUPPY
PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Puppy
Formulated for growing puppies with food sensitivities. Supports healthy development with a single lean protein and easily digestible rice from the very start.
JUNIOR (LARGE BREED DOGS)
PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Junior
Bridges the gap between puppy and adult nutrition in large breed dogs. Supports continued development in young dogs while maintaining the gentle, hypoallergenic formula.
ADULT
PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Adult
A balanced, complete daily diet for adult dogs with food allergies or sensitivities – lean turkey protein, rice, and nothing else unnecessary.
SENIOR
PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Senior
Lower in energy density with joint-supportive nutrients, while maintaining the same hypoallergenic, single-protein LID formula your dog has trusted for years.
MINI
PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Mini
The same trusted formula in a smaller kibble size – developed for small and toy breeds with sensitive digestion who need appropriately sized bites and adjusted portion guidance.
TREATS
PURE Sensitive Goody Snacks
Treats that won’t undo your dog’s diet. Developed with the same limited ingredient philosophy – so you can reward your dog without risking an allergic reaction between meals.
Why choose mera pure sensitive for your dog’s well-being?
When it comes to your dog’s dietary needs, trust mera pure sensitive. Our hypoallergenic dog food is specially crafted to cater to dogs with food sensitivities and allergies, offering reflief from itching, scratching and upset stomachs. Give your dog the nutrition they deserve and enjoy the peace of mind knowing that their sensitive needs are being taken care of. Try mera pure sensitive today!
LEAN AND HIGHLY DIGESTABLE
Turkey is naturally lower in fat than red meat proteins, making it gentle on the digestive system – ideal for dogs with a sensitive stomach or a history of digestive upset.
ONE PROTEIN. ONE CARBOHYDRATE
Every recipe follows our L.I.D. (Limited Ingredient Diet) philosophy – minimising the number of ingredients that could trigger a reaction in dogs with known or suspected food allergies.
ALL LIFE STAGES
From the best puppy food for sensitive stomachs to senior support – your dog can stay on the same trusted protein source from their first meal to their last.
Reviews
What our customers have to say
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My dogs absolutely love MERA CARE Sport Chicken dog food, and it provides all the essential nutrients they need, including joint and cartilage support. The ordering process was seamless, and I was impressed by how quickly the delivery arrived. I would highly recommend MERA dog food! 
MERA CARE Sport Chicken Dog Food 10kgcharlottev345
March 25, 2026 My dogs loved it and it was easy to chew with old Basset teeth. 
MERA Essential Senior - Adult Senior Diet Dog Food (12.5kg)Annemarie
August 2, 2016 My German Shepherd puppy eats all her meals with gusto. We also use the biscuits for training. She is in top notch condition and we will continue to feed her Mera dog food 
MERA Essential Junior 2 - Large Breed Puppy Food (12.5kg)Marion
January 21, 2022 - This is one of three products we use from Mera, we also have one of our babies on the sensitive and will give our new baby arriving the 29th of December the puppy food as well. Since we started feeding them Mera we have seen a remarkable improvement in their coats and appetite, and also their waste is alot better to handle. Thank you very much for they great quality food you make.
MERA Essential Active Dog Food (12.5kg)Philip
December 8, 2021 Quality food you can trust 
MERA PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Dog Food - SubscriptionPaul
October 15, 2022 I changed my 5-year-old Ridgeback over to Mera when we got our new pup who has been on Mera with the breeder. My older dog LOVES Mera and seems to be thriving after almost a month on his new food. 
MERA Essential Light - Adult Light Diet Dog Food (12.5kg)Theresa Green
November 16, 2023 - Mera is amazing - I moved my cats over onto it during lockdown when the other science diets became too expensive and they are all thriving. Very well price excellent quality food - my cats coats, health and general wellbeing is the best it's ever been. Thank you on behalf of me and my fur family for keeping everyone so healthy, happy and well 🐾
MERA Cat Classic - Adult and SeniorBlou Leask
August 13, 2024 My cats have been on Mera Classic for years so when I got my chow x puppy, Siya, I worked with the team to try this as chow-chows are often allergic to chicken and get hot-spots etc as a result.
Siya is THRIVING on this food - she has grown, the quality of her fur is SO much better and the hot spot areas have started to regrow hair. She is so full of life and loves adventuring with me.
MERA PURE Sensitive Junior Turkey & Rice Dog Food
August 13, 2024 My young staffie bitch has itchy skin and after getting telephonic advice from Mera we tried the Pure Sensitive variant. We think the scratching is improving so we got another bag of the same. The Mera service has been caring and personal. MERA PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Dog FoodSue
January 24, 2022 - Excellent value for money - we buy Mera Cat Classic for our 5 cats and they're all in great condition. The ordering system is also efficient and reliable. MERA Cat Classic - Adult and Senior
Tricia
December 28, 2021 Our 10 week old pup loves this food. He is always licking his bowl clean. It has been working great for his bowels. Perfect to use as treats for puppy training. Quick delivery when ordered online 
MERA Essential Junior 1 - Puppy All Breeds Dog Food (12.5kg)Kelly
July 5, 2022 I moved my 3 minitiature German Schnauzers from Royal Canin gastrointestinal prescription food to Mera Dog PURE sensitive turkey & Rice food and they doing very well on it. All 3 my dogs have very sensitive tummies and colons. They are doing very well on the Mera dog PURE Sensitive turkey & Rice so I'm very happy. Good quality food for an affordable price. 👌 MERA PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Dog Food - SubscriptionLynette Swart
July 25, 2022 - Our Rottweilers has been eating Mera from the beginning. Starting with Junior 1 and now big boy on Junior 2. He is simply thriving on Mera dog food. His coat is shiny and he is healthy.
Mera’s delivery services are excellent. We live in a rural area and always received our order the next day. Really recommended for your growing fur baby.
Thank you Mera for your excellent services.MERA Essential Junior 2 - Large Breed Puppy Food (12.5kg)Morné
February 4, 2022 Our old doggies immediately loved their new food. Delivery efficient and good service! MERA Essential Senior - Adult Senior Diet Dog Food (12.5kg)Sandra
November 6, 2021 My Guide Dog loves her treats and the quality of Mera is beyond exceptional! 
MERA PURE Goody Snacks - Turkey & Rice Hypoallergenic Dog Treats 600gElana
February 4, 2025 - Luna our staffy loves feeding time. She tells you when you not quick enough. Makes it so much easier when they have a food choice they love. MERA Essential Junior 1 - Puppy All Breeds Dog Food (12.5kg)
Claudine
January 17, 2023 Luna our staffy loves feeding time. She tells you when you not quick enough. Makes it so much easier when they have a food choice they love. Thanks for amazing service. MERA Essential Junior 1 - Puppy All Breeds Dog Food (12.5kg)
January 17, 2023 My very fussy old girl only wants to eat these pellets now! She chooses it over her Hill's wet food (stew), whereas before she would refuse to eat pellets. Well she still is quite picky but this food seems to do the trick with her! She really enjoys it!! What I personally love about the pellets, other than the ingredients, is the size of the pellets. They're so teeny tiny and cute, especially for my fussy kid who is sooo selective when it comes to pellet size! I'm also quite pleased that the food contains colostrum which is so important for their joints and immune system!!? Will have to order another bag soon before she goes on a hunger strike because I've run out!! ? 
MERA PURE Sensitive MINI Turkey and Rice Hypoallergenic Adult Dog FoodChavonne
September 9, 2020 - Best Dog and puppy food out. I used it years ago. I recently got a puppy and now and I going to continue using it again.
My wire-haired terrier loves it. I cant wait for her to try the nature’s effect when she is older.
Would recommend this to anyone who loves animals.MERA Essential Junior 1 - Puppy All Breeds Dog Food (12.5kg)lionel
November 18, 2021 Very happy with the food and fast delivery. Doggie so happy with food. Hope allergies will go away as it's only first order MERA PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Dog Food
November 6, 2021 A great balance for our 11 year old pittie, who's got skin allergies and is overweight...nowhere could we find a decent food, but Meradog has covered all facets MERA Essential Light - Adult Light Diet Dog Food (12.5kg)David
May 8, 2023
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ’S)
Is MERA PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice suitable for dogs with chicken allergies?
Yes. The Turkey & Rice range contains no chicken protein and the poultry fat has been purified – meaning the dogs immune system does not recognise it as chicken. Turkey is widely recommended as a novel protein for dogs suspected of having a chicken allergy, as most dogs have not been previously exposed to it – significantly reducing the likelihood of a reaction.
What is the best hypoallergenic puppy food for a dog with a sensitive stomach?
The PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Puppy recipe is developed specifically for puppies showing signs of food sensitivity. It uses turkey as a single lean protein with easily digestible rice – no wheat, no gluten, no artificial additives. It’s one of the few hypoallergenic puppy foods available in South Africa with a full limited ingredient diet formulation.
Can my dog eat MERA PURE Sensitive treats alongside the main food?
Yes – the PURE Sensitive Goody Snacks are formulated with the same limited ingredient philosophy as the main range. Giving your dog treats that don’t align with their elimination diet can undermine the entire dietary protocol, so using snacks from the same LID range is strongly recommended.
Is rice safe for dogs with sensitive stomachs?
Yes. Rice is one of the most easily tolerated carbohydrates in canine nutrition. It is naturally free from gluten and wheat, and is routinely recommended by veterinarians for dogs with digestive sensitivities or those recovering from gastrointestinal upset. If your dog has a specific grain sensitivity – rather than just a wheat or gluten intolerance – see our grain-free range.
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GRAIN FREE RANGE
Turkey & Potato and Herring & Potato – for dogs with a specific aversion to all grains.
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