Shredded Blend Puppy Chicken & Rice Formula

Shredded Blend Chicken & Rice Formula for Puppies

  • Real chicken is the #1 ingredient
  • OptiStart® with easy-to-digest natural milk proteins to help nourish a puppy’s developing immune system
  • DHA for brain and vision development
  • Made with a savory combination of hard kibble and tender, shredded pieces for a taste puppies love
Brain & Vision Development
DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid
Healthy Heart
High-quality protein along with essential vitamins and minerals
Strong Immune System
Complete nutrition with high levels of antioxidants, natural milk proteins and additional quality protein including real chicken
Healthy Digestive System
Highly digestible formula with wholesome rice and easy-to-digest natural milk proteins
Radiant Skin & Coat
Vitamin A and high-quality protein combined with linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid
Strong Teeth & Bones
Calcium, phosphorus and other minerals; hard kibble texture helps reduce plaque build-up on teeth
Optimal Weight
An optimal protein to fat ratio to help maintain ideal body condition
Exceptional Flavor
High-quality ingredients, beginning with real chicken as the #1 ingredient
Weight at Maturity (lbs) Amount to Feed**
1 1/2 - 3 months (cups) 4 - 5 months (cups) 6 - 8 months (cups) 9 - 11 months (cups) 1 - 2 years (cups)
3 - 12 2/3 - 1 1 - 1 1/4 2/3 - 1 1/2 Feed as Adult Feed as Adult
13 - 20 2/3 - 1 1/4 1 1/2 - 1 3/4 1 - 1 1/4 1 1/3 - 1 1/4 1 1/4 - 1 2/3
21 - 50 2/3 - 1 1/2 2 - 2 2/3 1 1/2 - 2 1/4 2 1/2 - 2 3/4 2 1/2 - 4
51 - 75 3/4 - 2 1/4 2 - 3 2/3 1 3/4 - 3 1/2 3 1/4 - 4 1/2 3 1/3 - 5 2/3
76 - 100 1 - 3 1/3 3 - 5 1/2 4 - 6 1/4 8 1/2 - 10 1/2 7 1/4 - 10 1/4
Over 100 3 1/3 cups plus 1/2 cup for each 10 lbs of body weight over 100 lbs 5 1/2 cups plus 1/2 cup for each 10 lbs of body weight over 100 lbs 6 1/4 cups plus 1/2 cup for each 10 lbs of body weight over 100 lbs    
 
(kg) (grams) (grams) (grams) (grams) (grams)
1.3 - 5.5 66 - 98 98 - 123 66 - 147 Feed as Adult Feed as Adult
5.5 - 9.0 66 - 123 147 - 172 98 - 123 131 - 140 123 - 164
9.0 - 22.5 66 - 147 196 - 262 147 - 221 245 - 270 245 - 392
23.2 - 34.1 74 - 221 196 - 360 172 - 343 319 - 417 327 - 556
34.1 - 45 98 - 327 294 - 539 392 - 613 833 - 1029 711 - 1005
Over 45 327 g plus 49 g for each 4.5 kg of body weight over 45 kg 539 g plus 49 g for each 4.5 kg of body weight over 45 kg 613 g plus 49 g for each 4.5 kg of body weight over 45 kg    

**Using a standard 8 oz/250 ml measuring cup which contains approximately 98 g of Pro Plan.

Puppies start to nibble solid foods at 3 - 4 weeks of age. Keep moistened Pro Plan available at all times. Allow your puppy to eat at will until fully weaned (6 - 8 weeks). After weaning, Pro Plan can be fed moistened or dry. For best results, develop a regular feeding schedule such as three small meals a day for younger puppies. You can gradually reduce to one feeding in the morning and one in the evening as your puppy ages. The routine should not vary. As puppies near adulthood, their calorie needs may drop, and your puppy may begin leaving some food in the bowl. Don't misinterpret this as an indication of dislike for the food. Instead, begin offering less so your puppy doesn't overeat and stays in ideal body condition.

Research at the Purina Technology Center indicates that avoiding overfeeding of puppies may help their development. Maintaining ideal body condition is key to encouraging proper growth in all puppies, especially large breeds. The indicated amounts are only a guideline. If your puppy becomes overweight, a reduction of your puppy’s daily food intake may be appropriate. You may wish to consult your veterinarian about a weight control program.

FEEDING FOR REPRODUCTION

Pro Plan provides the extra nutrition needed by reproducing females in stages of gestation and lactation. Food consumption may vary during gestation, so feed the amount needed to maintain the pregnant female's ideal body condition. Food intake may double or even quadruple during lactation.

WHEN YOU BEGIN FEEDING PRO PLAN

When switching your dog to Pro Plan from another puppy food, please allow 7 - 10 days for the transition. Each day, simply feed a little less of the previous food and a little more Pro Plan until you're feeding Pro Plan exclusively. This gradual transition will help avoid dietary upsets.

Provide adequate fresh water in a clean container daily.

For your pet's health, see your veterinarian regularly.

Crude Protein (Min) 28.0 %
Crude Fat (Min) 18.0 %
Crude Fiber (Max) 3.0 %
Moisture (Max) 12.0 %
Linoleic Acid (Min) 1.6 %
Calcium (Ca) (Min) 1.1 %
Phosphorus (P) (Min) 0.8 %
Vitamin A (Min) 15,000 IU/kg
Vitamin E (Min) 100 IU/kg
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)* (Min) 0.05%

*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.

CALORIE CONTENT

Metabolizable Energy (ME)

3926 kcal/kg

1785 kcal/lb

384 kcal/cup

Chicken, brewers rice, poultry by-product meal, corn gluten meal, animal fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols (form of Vitamin E), whole grain wheat, whole grain corn, corn germ meal, soy flakes, dried egg product, brewers dried yeast, fish meal (source of DHA), soybean meal, fish oil, glycerin, natural flavor, potassium chloride, salt, calcium carbonate, calcium phosphate, choline chloride, zinc proteinate, dried colostrum, manganese proteinate, Vitamin E supplement, ferrous sulfate, sulfur, copper proteinate, niacin, Vitamin A supplement, calcium pantothenate, thiamine mononitrate, garlic oil, riboflavin supplement, Vitamin B-12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, Vitamin D-3 supplement, calcium iodate, biotin, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (source of Vitamin K activity), sodium selenite.
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Manufactured and guaranteed by: Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, St. Louis, MO 63164 USA

Animal feeding tests using Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) procedures substantiate that Pro Plan Puppy Shredded Blend Chicken & Rice Formula provides complete and balanced nutrition for all life stages of dogs.

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