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High-Protein Chicken & Rice Formula for Toy Breed Puppies
Product Description
Purina Pro Plan Chicken & Rice Toy Breed Puppy Food is a specially formulated dry food for puppies expected to weigh under 10 pounds when fully grown. It features real chicken as the primary ingredient, offering essential protein for energetic toy breed puppies. DHA from omega-rich fish oil supports brain and vision development. Antioxidants boost the immune system, while calcium and phosphorus promote strong bones and teeth. Additionally, this highly digestible formula contains guaranteed live probiotics.
Benefits
- Real Chicken First: Chicken is the first ingredient, delivering high-quality protein to meet the needs of active toy breed puppies.
- DHA Supporting Brain Growth: Omega-rich fish oil supplies DHA that nourishes healthy brain and vision development in growing puppies.
- Immune-Supporting Antioxidants: A blend of antioxidants helps support a toy breed puppy's developing immune system during key growth stages.
- Healthy Bones & Teeth: Calcium, phosphorus, and other minerals work together to build strong bones and teeth for growing puppies.
- Tiny Bite-Sized Kibble: Extra small, easy-to-chew kibble pieces are designed specifically for the tiny mouths of toy breed puppies.
- Guaranteed Live Probiotics: This formula is fortified with guaranteed live probiotics to support digestive health and immune function.
- Skin & Coat Nourishment: Omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin A work together to nourish healthy skin and a shiny coat.
Ingredients
Chicken, corn protein meal, rice, poultry by-product meal, beef fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols, whole grain corn, fish meal, dried egg product, corn germ meal, natural flavor, fish oil, potassium chloride, mono and dicalcium phosphate, salt, soybean oil, calcium carbonate, choline chloride, L-Lysine monohydrochloride, magnesium sulfate, minerals (zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite), vitamins (Vitamin E supplement, niacin, Vitamin A supplement, calcium pantothenate, thiamine mononitrate, Vitamin B-12 supplement, riboflavin supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, menadione sodium bisulfite complex, Vitamin D-3 supplement, biotin), DL-Methionine, dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, garlic oil.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Guaranteed Level |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (Min) | 34.0% |
| Crude Fat (Min) | 20.0% |
| Crude Fiber (Max) | 3.0% |
| Moisture (Max) | 12.0% |
| Linoleic Acid (Min) | 1.8% |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) (Min) | 0.1% |
| Calcium (Ca) (Min) | 1.1% |
| Phosphorus (P) (Min) | 0.9% |
| Vitamin A (Min) | 15,000 IU/kg |
| Vitamin E (Min) | 100 IU/kg |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids (Min) | 2.0% |
| Bacillus coagulans (Min) | 600 million CFU/lb |
How to Use
Recommended-Usage Chart
| Weight at Maturity (lbs) | 1.5 to 3 Months (cups) | 4 to 6 Months (cups) | 7 to 9 Months (cups) | 10 to 12 Months (cups) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 12 | 1/4 to 1 | 1/3 to 1-1/4 | 1/4 to 3/4 | 1/4 to 3/4 |
| 13 to 22 | 2/3 to 1-1/3 | 1 to 1-2/3 | 1 to 1-1/3 | 3/4 to 1-1/3 |
| Weight at Maturity (kg) | 1.5 to 3 Months (grams) | 4 to 6 Months (grams) | 7 to 9 Months (grams) | 10 to 12 Months (grams) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 to 5 | 31 to 122 | 41 to 153 | 31 to 92 | 31 to 92 |
| 6 to 10 | 82 to 163 | 122 to 204 | 122 to 163 | 92 to 163 |
Using a standard 8 oz/250 ml measuring cup, which holds approximately 122 grams of this formula.
Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed on the label and consult your veterinarian before use if you have any concerns regarding your pet's health.
Usage Instructions
- Transition Gradually: Allow seven to ten days to blend Pro Plan with your puppy's current food to avoid dietary upset.
- Feed Multiple Meals: Offer three small meals daily for younger puppies, reducing to two feedings as they near adulthood.
- Provide Fresh Water: Keep clean, fresh water available in a clean container for your puppy at all times.
- Watch Body Condition: Avoid overfeeding by monitoring your growing puppy's body condition and adjusting daily food portions as needed.
- Measure Portions Accurately: A standard 8 oz measuring cup holds about 122 grams of this Pro Plan formula.
Additional Information
Precautions
- Avoid Overfeeding: Overfeeding puppies, especially large breeds, may negatively affect their healthy growth, so follow feeding guidelines closely.
- Weight Management Support: If your puppy becomes overweight, consider reducing daily intake and consulting your veterinarian about a weight control program.
- Gradual Diet Transition: Switching foods too quickly can cause digestive upset, so transition over seven to ten days.
Storage Information
- Keep Original Packaging: Store dry food in its original bag, squeeze out excess air, and seal it tightly with a clip.
- Use Airtight Containers: Place the sealed bag inside an airtight bin to protect freshness and keep pests away.
- Store In Cool Place: Keep unopened food in a dry location where the temperature stays below 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Use Within Timeframe: Once opened, dry food should generally be used within two to three months for best quality.
Shipping & Return
We offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our shipping policy for details.
For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is Purina Pro Plan Chicken & Rice Toy Breed Puppy Food formulated for?
Ans: This formula is specially designed dry nutrition for puppies expected to weigh less than 10 pounds when fully grown. It includes DHA from omega-rich fish oil to promote brain and vision development, along with antioxidants to help support a developing immune system during this crucial early growth phase.
Q2: Does this puppy food contain probiotics?
Ans: Yes, this formula is enriched with guaranteed live probiotics to support digestive and immune health. It also has a highly digestible recipe that helps maximize nutrient absorption, ensuring your puppy gets more complete nutrition from each kibble he eats.
Q3: What are the first ingredients in this dog food?
Ans: The primary ingredients in this dry food include chicken, corn protein meal, rice, and poultry by-product meal. It also contains beef fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols and whole grain corn, providing your puppy with high-quality, protein-rich nutrition that promotes active growth and daily energy.
Q4: How should I transition my puppy to this food?
Ans: Gradually transition your puppy's diet over seven to ten days by decreasing the old food and increasing Pro Plan a little each day until the puppy is eating only this formula. This approach helps prevent stomach upset from a sudden diet switch.
Q5: Is this food suitable for pregnant or nursing dogs?
Ans: This formula supplies the additional nutrients that reproducing females require during gestation and lactation. Food intake may increase two to four times while nursing. Providing the necessary amount to keep a dog in ideal body condition ensures she is supported through each reproductive stage.
Q6: How much of this food should I feed my puppy?
Ans: Daily amounts depend on your puppy's expected adult weight and current age; for example, a puppy expected to weigh 2 to 12 pounds needs about 1/4 to 1 cup between 1.5 and 3 months old, with amounts adjusted upward as he grows.
Q7: Does this puppy food contain artificial colors or flavors?
Ans: No, this formula contains no artificial colors or flavors. Each ingredient is selected for a specific nutritional or functional role, and the highly digestible recipe enhances nutrient absorption, allowing puppies to get more vitamins and minerals from each meal.