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Healthy Weight Management Dry Dog Food
Product Description
Purina Pro Plan Weight Management Shredded Blend Chicken and Rice Formula features crunchy kibble mixed with tender shredded pieces, offering a flavor dogs love. It uses real chicken as the main ingredient and has 15% less fat than the standard Chicken and Rice formula. The recipe is carefully balanced with an optimized protein-to-fat ratio to support lean muscle retention during weight loss. Plus, it includes guaranteed live probiotics to boost digestive and immune health.
Benefits
- Real Chicken First: Real chicken is the primary ingredient, providing high-quality protein and delicious flavor that dogs enjoy.
- Optimized Protein-to-Fat Ratio: The protein-to-fat ratio is carefully balanced to support dogs in preserving lean muscle mass while losing weight.
- Live Probiotics: Enriched with guaranteed live probiotics that enhance gut microbiome resilience and support overall healthy digestion.
- 15% Less Fat: Contains 15% less fat than Pro Plan Complete Essentials Chicken and Rice, supporting healthier weight management.
- Prebiotic Fiber Support: Natural prebiotic fiber feeds beneficial gut bacteria, helping to support your dog's daily digestive health.
- Skin & Coat Nutrients: Omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin A collaborate to support your dog's healthy skin and glossy coat.
- Complete & Balanced: Provides 100% complete and balanced nutrition to meet the daily maintenance needs of adult dogs.
Ingredients
Chicken, rice, whole grain corn, poultry by-product meal, corn germ meal, soybean meal, whole grain wheat, corn protein meal, wheat flour, beef fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols, fish meal, natural flavor, glycerin, calcium carbonate, wheat bran, soybean oil, salt, mono and dicalcium phosphate, potassium chloride, minerals (zinc proteinate, ferrous sulfate, manganese proteinate, copper proteinate, 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, vitamin D-3 supplement, menadione sodium bisulfite complex, biotin), choline chloride, DL-methionine, L-lysine monohydrochloride, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (vitamin C), dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, garlic oil.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (Min) | 27.0% |
| Crude Fat (Min) | 9.0% |
| Crude Fat (Max) | 12.0% |
| Crude Fiber (Max) | 5.5% |
| Moisture (Max) | 12.0% |
| Linoleic Acid (Min) | 1.4% |
| Calcium (Min) | 0.9% |
| Phosphorus (Min) | 0.7% |
| Vitamin A (Min) | 15,000 IU/kg |
| Vitamin E (Min) | 460 IU/kg |
| Glucosamine (Min) | 400 ppm |
| Bacillus coagulans (Min) | 600 million CFU/lb |
How to Use
Recommended-Usage Chart
| Dog's Weight (lbs) | Weight Maintenance (cups/day) | 25% Calorie Reduction (cups/day) |
|---|---|---|
| 3 – 12 | 1/2 to 1-1/3 | 1/3 to 1 |
| 13 – 20 | 1-1/3 to 2 | 1 to 1-1/2 |
| 21 – 35 | 2 to 2-2/3 | 1-1/2 to 2 |
| 36 – 50 | 2-3/4 to 3-1/2 | 2 to 2-2/3 |
| 51 – 75 | 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 | 2-2/3 to 3-1/3 |
| 76 – 100 | 4-1/2 to 5-1/2 | 3-1/2 to 4 |
| Over 100 | 5-1/2 cups plus 1/3 cup per 10 lbs over 100 lbs | 4 cups plus 1/4 cup per 10 lbs over 100 lbs |
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 Diet Transition: Allow 7 to 10 days to ease the switch by feeding a little less old food and more Pro Plan daily.
- Fresh Water Daily: Provide adequate fresh water in a clean container every day alongside this formula for proper hydration.
- Adjust For Activity: The exact amount needed will vary by age, activity, and environment, so adjust portions to maintain ideal body condition.
Additional Information
Precautions
- Avoid Overfeeding: Keep your dog in ideal body condition and do not allow him to become overweight while on this diet.
- Veterinary Checkups: See your veterinarian regularly to help monitor your dog's weight and overall health.
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: Is this formula suitable for all adult dogs, or only overweight dogs?
Ans: This Weight Management Shredded Blend formula is formulated for adult dogs, particularly those that need assistance in achieving or maintaining a healthy weight. It contains 15 percent less fat than standard Pro Plan Chicken and Rice and has a protein-to-fat ratio designed to preserve lean muscle. Always consult your veterinarian to ensure it meets your dog's specific needs.
Q2: What is the first ingredient in this dog food?
Ans: Real chicken is the first ingredient in this formula, followed by rice and whole grain corn. The recipe also includes poultry by-product meal, fish meal, and a blend of vitamins and minerals to deliver 100 percent complete and balanced nutrition for adult dogs.
Q3: How much should I feed my dog on this formula?
Ans: Feeding amounts depend on your dog's weight, ranging from about ½ cup for small dogs up to 5½ cups or more for dogs over 100 lbs daily. These amounts are a starting point for an average, active adult dog fed once daily, with adjustments based on individual needs.
Q4: Does this food contain probiotics?
Ans: Yes, this formula includes guaranteed live probiotics, specifically Bacillus coagulans, with at least 600 million CFU per pound. These probiotics help strengthen your dog's gut microbiome, complemented by natural prebiotic fiber that feeds the beneficial bacteria already in your dog's digestive system.
Q5: What does the "15 percent less fat" claim compare to?
Ans: This formula contains 15 percent less fat than Pro Plan Complete Essentials Chicken and Rice Formula for adult dogs, the standard non-weight-management version. That fat reduction, combined with an optimized protein-to-fat ratio, is built to help dogs lose excess weight while holding onto lean muscle.
Q6: How many calories does this dog food provide?
Ans: This formula offers 3,578 kcal per kilogram, roughly 330 kcal per cup, according to metabolizable energy calculations. It helps estimate your dog's daily calorie needs based on target weight, activity level, and any calorie reduction advised by your veterinarian.
Q7: Does this formula support joint health?
Ans: The Guaranteed Analysis lists a minimum of 400 ppm glucosamine, an ingredient commonly associated with joint support in dogs. It's included alongside omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin A, which are focused on skin and coat health, rounding out this formula's broader wellness profile.
Q8: How long should the switch to this new food take?
Ans: A 7 to 10 day transition period eases the switch: feed a little less of the previous food and a little more of this formula each day until fully transitioned. This gradual approach helps reduce the chance of digestive upset when changing your dog's diet.