Purina Pro Plan Focus Chicken & Rice Formula Adult Small & Toy Breed Dry Dog Food

Chicken & Rice Formula for Small Breed Dogs

Product Description

Purina Pro Plan Small Breed Chicken and Rice Formula is a dry dog food designed for adult small and toy breed dogs under 20 pounds. It features real chicken as the primary ingredient, offering high-quality protein suited for active small dogs. The small kibble size includes guaranteed live probiotics for digestive health and contains calcium and phosphorus to support strong bones and teeth.

Benefits

• High Protein Formula: Real chicken as the first ingredient delivers high protein to meet the needs of active small dogs.
• Digestive Health Support: Guaranteed live probiotics help promote gut microbiome resilience and support your dog's digestive health every day.
• Skin & Coat Care: Vitamin A and linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid, help nourish healthy skin and coat.
• Bite-Sized Kibble: This nutrient-dense kibble is sized specifically to make chewing easier for small-breed dogs with smaller mouths.
• Strong Bones & Teeth: Calcium, phosphorus, and other minerals help small dogs maintain strong bones and teeth throughout their life.
• Complete & Balanced: This formula meets AAFCO standards, providing complete and balanced nutrition for adult dogs under twenty pounds.

Ingredients

Chicken, rice, corn protein meal, poultry by-product meal, whole grain corn, beef fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols, corn germ meal, fish meal, dried egg product, natural flavor, wheat bran, mono and dicalcium phosphate, potassium chloride, L-lysine monohydrochloride, salt, calcium carbonate, vitamins (vitamin E supplement, niacin, thiamine mononitrate, calcium pantothenate, vitamin A supplement, riboflavin supplement, vitamin B-12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, menadione sodium bisulfite complex, biotin, vitamin D-3 supplement), choline chloride, minerals (zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite), L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (vitamin C), dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, soybean oil, garlic oil.

Guaranteed Analysis

How to Use

Recommended-Usage Chart

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

• Gradual Food Transition: Gradually transition to this formula over a period of seven to ten days to prevent dietary upset.
• Feed Once Daily: Begin with the feeding chart as a baseline for an average, active adult dog that is fed once a day.
• Provide Fresh Water: Provide your dog with clean, fresh water in a spotless container daily, together with meals.
• Adjust For Individual Needs: Modify the portion you feed according to your dog's age, activity level, and living situation.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Monitor Body Condition: Maintain your dog's ideal weight and prevent it from becoming overweight over time.
• Routine Vet Visits: Visit your veterinarian regularly to keep track of your dog's general health.

Storage Information

• Store In Dry Place: Store unopened bags in a dry place with temperatures below 80°F.
• Use Within Months: Once opened, consume the dry food within two to three months to maintain its freshness and flavor.

Shipping & Return

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the first ingredient in this Purina Pro Plan dog food?

Ans: Real chicken is the primary ingredient in this dry dog food, providing a solid protein foundation for the small breed formula. Rice and other premium ingredients come next, ensuring complete nutrition for adult dogs under twenty pounds with each meal.

Q2: Does this dog food contain probiotics?

Ans: Yes, this formula contains guaranteed live Bacillus coagulans, a probiotic that supports gut microbiome resilience and digestive health. It works alongside high-quality protein and essential nutrients to support your small dog's overall wellness, week after week, all year long.

Q3: Is this dog food suitable for large breed dogs?

Ans: No, this formula is specifically designed for small and toy-breed adult dogs weighing under 20 pounds. The bite-sized kibble is designed to make chewing easier for smaller mouths, and the calorie density suits dogs with higher energy needs per pound of body weight.

Q4: How much should I feed my small-breed dog?

Ans: Feeding amount depends on your dog's weight. Dogs between three and twelve pounds need about one-third to one cup daily, while dogs between thirteen and twenty pounds need one to one and one-third cups. Adjust based on age and activity level.

Q5: What size bags does this dog food come in?

Ans: This dry dog food is available in six-pound and eighteen-pound bags. Each size offers pet owners flexible choices based on their small dog's appetite and how quickly their household consumes a bag of food.

Q6: How should I store this dog food?

Ans: Store unopened bags in a dry, cool place where the temperature remains below eighty degrees Fahrenheit. Once opened, use the dry food within two to three months to ensure your small dog's meals stay fresh each time you feed him.

Q7: Does this formula provide complete and balanced nutrition?

Ans: Yes, animal feeding tests following AAFCO procedures verify that this formula offers complete and balanced nutrition for adult dogs' maintenance. It is specially designed for small and toy breeds weighing less than twenty pounds with active lifestyles and greater energy requirements.

Q8: How long does it take to switch my dog to this food?

Ans: Switch to this formula over seven to ten days for optimal results. Gradually add more of the new food and reduce the old food each day, until your dog is eating only this formula. This gradual transition helps prevent dietary upset.