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Hypoallergenic dog food | Made in Germany since 1979

MERA PURE Sensitive Dog Food

If your dog suffers from itchy skin, a sensitive stomach, or recurring food allergies, MERA PURE Sensitive was developed for exactly that. Every recipe in the range follows a strict Limited Ingredient Diet (LID) philosophy – one source of protein, one source of carbohydrate, and nothing your dog doesn’t need.

Developed by veterinarians and animal nutritionists, and trusted by thousands of dog owners, MERA PURE Sensitive is completely free from wheat and gluten, with all ingredients sourced from the European region where possible. Whether you choose our grain-free potato-based recipes or rice-based range, you’re choosing a single protein dog food that’s as gentle on digestion as it is complete in nutrition.

MERA PURE Sensitive Puppy Turkey & Rice – Hypoallergenic Puppy Food Bag

PURE Sensitive with Rice

A complete life-stage range from puppy to senior. Gluten-free, rice-based recipes for dogs with food sensitivities.

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MERA PURE Sensitive Fresh Meat Turkey & Potato – Grain-Free Hypoallergenic Adult Dog Food Bag

PURE Sensitive Grain-Free

For dogs with a specific aversion or sensitivity to grains. Potato-based recipes with premium single-protein sources.

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  • One Protein. One Carbohydrate.

    Our L.I.D. (Limited Ingredient Diet) philosophy means every recipe uses a single animal protein and a single carbohydrate source – minimising the risk of triggering food sensitivities.
  • Developed by Vets and Animal Nutritionists

    MERA PURE Sensitive is the result of decades of research into the nutritional needs of dogs with allergies and food intolerances.
  • Made in Germany Since 1979

    Over four decades of trusted manufacturing. Ingredients sourced from the European region where possible, to the highest standards of quality and traceability.
  • Wheat and Gluten-Free

    Every recipe in the PURE Sensitive range is completely free from wheat and gluten – two of the most common dietary allergens in dogs.
  • Life-Stage Nutrition

    From the best puppy food for sensitive stomachs through to senior support – the rice-based range covers your dog’s entire life with the right nutrients at every stage.
  • Proven Results

    Thousands of dogs have found relief from scratching, itchy skin, and upset stomachs on MERA PURE Sensitive – with a 100% money-back guarantee if yours doesn’t.

100% Money-Back Guarantee

If your dog does not experience relief from their allergic reactions or food sensitivities – or simply won’t eat the food – we’ll refund you in full. No questions asked. Terms and conditions apply.

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!

Reviews

What our customers have to say

  • 5 Star Review  Quality food you can trust

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    MERA PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Dog Food - Subscription
    thumbPaul
    October 15, 2022

    5 Star Review  The service/ delivery is fantastic, order one day delivered early the next.

    New Rottie pup simply loves the food, that says it all.

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    MERA Essential Junior 1 - Puppy All Breeds Dog Food (12.5kg)
    thumbMike
    November 15, 2022

    5 Star Review  My Rottweiler puppy was brought up on Mera by her breeder and I have kept her on Mera food. She has a gorgeous shiny coat and is growing perfectly

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    MERA Essential Junior 2 - Large Breed Puppy Food (12.5kg)
    thumbjanepaterson
    September 19, 2022
  • 5 Star Review  My dogs really enjoy the food. Great quality. Excellent delivery service!

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    MERA Essential Senior - Adult Senior Diet Dog Food (12.5kg)
    thumbClaire Prahm
    May 12, 2023

    5 Star Review  My Rottweiler puppy loves her Mera Essential! She is full of energy and her coat is so shiny and health.
    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.

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    MERA Essential Junior 1 - Puppy All Breeds Dog Food (12.5kg)
    thumbMorné
    February 4, 2022

    5 Star Review  Highly recommend 👌
    We had to change from the essential range to sensitive range due to her allergies. We have been super happy with this food. Our German Shepard is happy and healthy. 🦴
    Ontop of that the service and delivery is top notch 💫

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    MERA PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Dog Food
    thumbJanine
    October 24, 2021
  • 5 Star Review  This food is amazing! The size of the kibble is perfect as they are small and can easily be used as training treats! My puppy jumps for joy when it is time for meals, and her digestion works well!
    Also, the customer service is superb!

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    MERA Essential Junior 1 - Puppy All Breeds Dog Food (12.5kg)
    thumbChristina
    November 19, 2021

    5 Star Review  Excellent service, excellent product. !!! Thomas loves his Mera, and his coat is super shiny since he has started on this product. Very impressed!!!

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    MERA Essential Softdiner - Adult Increased Activity Dog Food (12.5kg) - Subscription
    thumbNathalie
    May 9, 2022

    5 Star Review  My 12 week old Golden retriever puppy, Cadbury, really enjoys this food, I like that the kibble is small and easy for him to eat. Not to mention this is a superior puppy food giving my fur baby a great start in life, ensuring that his little body gets all the nutrition it needs to grow and develop. The customer service and delivery is also fantastic! So easy, it gets delivered right to our door, perfect and quick, no hassle at all.

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    MERA Essential Junior 1 - Puppy All Breeds Dog Food (12.5kg)
    thumbMoira
    December 15, 2022
  • 5 Star Review  My puppy loves this food. I think that If she could open the food holder she would finish it off.
    Even the 13 year old yorkie begs for it. And she’s a fussy eater.

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    MERA Essential Junior 1 - Puppy All Breeds Dog Food (12.5kg)
    thumbElsie
    August 2, 2024

    5 Star Review  I have tried so many brands of dog food for my Golden retriever, but he had constant problems with his gut till i started ordering Mera Sensitive Junior Turkey & Rice Dog Food. He has been on it for a couple of months already and i can honestly say it's the best dog food on the market as most Goldens have allergies for chicken. Happy to find Turkey in SA.

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    MERA PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Junior
    thumbTanya Vaughan
    March 17, 2026

    5 Star Review  Having started on the MERA puppy food (Junior 1 and Junior 2), my 3 now adult dogs are all on MERA Agility and have absolutely thrived from day 1. I wanted a good quality, wheat-free diet and I was very particular in researching and choosing MERA, as all my pups came from very compromised circumstances and 2 were chronically under-nourished. I chose Agility for their adult feed, as their lifestyle is extremely active as they go about living their best lives with us, here on the farm. Everybody always remarks about their physical well-being and shiny coats. I am very happy with my MERA choice.

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    MERA Agility - Adult Increased Activity Dog Food (12.5kg)
    thumbDale
    April 22, 2020
  • 5 Star Review  Our Swiss White Shepherd puppy has been on Mera dog food since being introduced to solids and in excellent health with a beautiful coat. The ordering and delivery service is exceptionally good.

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    MERA Essential Junior 2 - Large Breed Puppy Food (12.5kg)
    thumbHoward
    January 24, 2022

    5 Star Review  This is one of three products we use from Mera, we also have one of our babies on the essential range 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 the great quality food you make.

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    MERA PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Dog Food
    thumbPhilip
    December 8, 2021

    5 Star Review  We swopped to the senior food when Honey showed signs of slowing down and seemed to be stiff after lying down. The slowness and stiffness have gone. Honey made the transition to the new food with no digestive issues - a big plus for a GSD.

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    MERA Essential Senior - Adult Senior Diet Dog Food (12.5kg)
    thumbJenny
    November 21, 2021
  • 4 Star Review  My dog loves this food. He's only been eating it for a month but he seems to really enjoy the different sizes and textures of the pellets. He's also looking really good, coat is shiny and he's in great shape. We will definitely be trying out some of the other Meradog products!

    MERA Essential Softdiner - Adult Increased Activity Dog Food (12.5kg) Image
    MERA Essential Softdiner - Adult Increased Activity Dog Food (12.5kg)
    thumbRobyn
    August 2, 2016

    5 Star Review  Our 10 week old Golden Retriever, Hudson, loves these pellets and cannot get enough of them!
    Great service.
    Thanks

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    MERA Essential Junior 1 - Puppy All Breeds Dog Food (12.5kg)
    thumbSheryl
    March 9, 2022

    5 Star Review  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.

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    MERA Essential Junior 1 - Puppy All Breeds Dog Food (12.5kg)
    thumbClaudine
    January 17, 2023
  • 5 Star Review  My dogs loved it and it was easy to chew with old Basset teeth.

    MERA Essential Senior - Adult Senior Diet Dog Food (12.5kg) Image
    MERA Essential Senior - Adult Senior Diet Dog Food (12.5kg)
    thumbAnnemarie
    August 2, 2016

    5 Star Review  Both my dogs LOVE this food. Shiny coats, excited for meals.

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    MERA Nature's Effect Duck - Grain Free Dog Food (10kg)
    thumbChris
    March 23, 2022

    5 Star Review  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) Image
    MERA Essential Junior 2 - Large Breed Puppy Food (12.5kg)
    thumbMarion
    January 21, 2022

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)

What is the difference between the grain-free and rice-based recipes?

Both ranges follow the same Limited Ingredient Diet philosophy and are wheat and gluten-free. The grain-free dog food range uses potato as its carbohydrate source and is suited to dogs with a specific aversion to all grains. The rice-based range uses rice as its carbohydrate source and offers a full life-stage selection from puppy through to senior.

Is MERA PURE Sensitive good for dogs with itchy skin?

Yes. Many food allergies in dogs manifest as skin conditions – itching, redness, and coat problems. Our Herring & Potato recipe is particularly beneficial for skin health, as herring is a natural source of Omega-3 fatty acids, which support healthy skin and coat condition. Thousands of dogs have found relief from itchy skin on MERA PURE Sensitive.

What is the best food for puppies with allergies?

The PURE Sensitive Turkey & Rice Puppy and Junior variants are developed specifically for puppies with food sensitivities, using turkey as a single lean protein source alongside easily digestible rice. It contains no wheat, no gluten, and no artificial additives.

Is MERA PURE Sensitive suitable for dogs with Leishmaniasis?

MERA PURE Sensitive Turkey & Potato’s limited ingredient recipes may be a suitable option for dogs with Leishmaniasis, depending on the severity and your vet’s recommendations. We always recommend consulting your veterinarian before making changes to a Leishmaniasis dog’s diet.

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