Pro Plan Sport Active Essentials Puppy Chicken & Rice Dry Dog Food
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Highlights
- Active Lifestyle Dog Food: Purina Pro Plan Sport Active Essentials Dry Puppy Food supports total body health and development for active puppies.
- High Protein: Dry dog food with real meat delivers a high-protein food with 29 percent protein and 19 percent fat to support age-appropriate strength and endurance.
- Brain Development: Each serving of this dry dog food with real meat delivers a brain development blend with DHA and EPA to help support concentration and trainability.
- Complete Nutrition for Active Puppies: Delivers glucosamine and EPA for healthy joints, antioxidants for immune health, and omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin A for healthy skin and coat.
- Science Based Dog Nutrition: Dry puppy food from a brand trusted by vets and sporting enthusiasts from a brand with over 40 years of experience in pet nutrition.
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Product Description
Help your active puppy as they grow with nutrition tailored to support energetic growing puppies when you serve Purina Pro Plan Sport Active Essentials Chicken and Rice Puppy Formula dry dog kibble. This energy support dog food supports total body health and development for active puppies as they grow into active adult dogs. From a brand trusted by veterinarians, each serving of dog food offers active dog nutrition with real chicken as the first ingredient and delivers 29 percent protein and 19 percent fat for age appropriate strength and endurance. This puppy food is easily digestible with crunchy kibble and tender shreds to keep puppies engaged at mealtime. The active lifestyle dog food provides glucosamine and EPA to support developing joints and bone growth and antioxidants to support immune health. The omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin A nourish skin and coat in a formula made with no artificial colors or flavors. It also delivers nourishing nutrients including DHA, EPA, taurine, choline, and vitamin C. Serve up Pro Plan Sport and help your puppy thrive.
Feeding Guide
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1 cup (8 oz/250 ml measuring cup) = 96 g
Calories per cup (fed): 384
From: Protein 103, Fat 170, Carbohydrate† 111
| Nutrients | Guaranteed | per cup |
|---|---|---|
| Protein (Min) | 29.0% | 2.6 g |
| Fat (Min) | 19.0% | 1.7 g |
| Total Carbohydrate† (Max) | 33.0% | 31.7 g |
| Dietary Fiber (Max) | 12.5% | 12.0 g |
| Moisture (Max) | 12.0% | 1.1 g |
| Linoleic Acid (Min) | 1.8% | 0.1 g |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) (Min) | 0.1% | 0.01 g |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) (Min) | 0.1% | 0.01 g |
| Calcium (Ca) (Min) | 1.1% | 0.1 g |
| Phosphorus (P) (Min) | 0.9% | 0.08 g |
| Vitamin A (Min) | 15,000 IU/kg | 135 IU |
| Vitamin E (Min) | 300 IU/kg | 2.7 IU |
| Pyridoxine (Min) | 3.0 mg/kg | 0.03 mg |
| Folic Acid (Min) | 0.6 mg/kg | 0.06 mg |
| Choline (Min) | 1,500 mg/kg | 13.5 mg |
| Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)* (Min) | 100 mg/kg | 0.9 mg |
| Glucosamine* (Min) | 500 mg/kg | 4.5 mg |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids* (Min) | 1.9% | 0.1 g |
| Taurine* (Min) | 0.17% | 0.1 g |
| Bacillus coagulans* (Min) | 600 million CFU/lb | 127 million CFU |
| †Calculated value. | ||
| *Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles. | ||
Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Pro Plan Sport Active Essentials Puppy Shredded Blend Chicken & Rice Formula provides complete and balanced nutrition for all life stages, including growth of large sized dogs (70 lb. or more as an adult).
INGREDIENTS: Chicken, rice, poultry by-product meal, whole grain corn, corn protein meal, corn germ meal, beef fat preserved with mixed tocopherols, soybean meal, dried egg product, fish meal, natural flavor, fish oil, glycerin, mono and dicalcium phosphate, calcium carbonate, soybean oil, salt, choline chloride, potassium chloride, taurine, VITAMINS [Vitamin E supplement, niacin (Vitamin B-3), thiamine mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), calcium pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Vitamin A supplement, riboflavin supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin B-12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), folic acid (Vitamin B-9), menadione sodium bisulfite complex (Vitamin K), biotin (Vitamin B-7), Vitamin D-3 supplement], MINERALS [zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite], DL-Methionine, L-Lysine monohydrochloride, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (Vitamin C), dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, garlic oil. A321026
Manufactured by: Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, St. Louis, MO 63164 USA
Recommended Daily Feeding Amounts
Breed Size/ Weight at Maturity | 1-1/2 to 3 Months | 4 to 5 Months | 6 to 8 Months | 9 to 11 Months | 1 to 2 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (lbs) | (cups) | (cups) | (cups) | (cups) | (cups) |
| 2 - 12 | 1/3 to 1-1/3 | 1/2 to 1-1/3 | 1/2 to 1-1/4 | 1/3 to 1-1/4 | Feed as Adult |
| 13 - 20 | 3/4 to 1-3/4 | 1-1/2 to 2 | 1-1/3 to 1-3/4 | 1-1/3 to 1-2/3 | Feed as Adult |
| 21 - 50 | 1-1/4 to 3 | 1-3/4 to 3-2/3 | 2-1/3 to 3-1/4 | 1-3/4 to 3-1/3 | Feed as Adult |
| 51 - 75 | 1-1/2 to 3-1/4 | 4-1/4 to 4-3/4 | 4-1/3 to 5-1/4 | 3-2/3 to 5-2/3 | 3-1/3 to 4-1/3 |
| 76 - 100 | 1-3/4 to 3-1/3 | 4-1/4 to 4-2/3 | 4-1/3 to 5-1/4 | 5-1/3 to 6-1/4 | 4-1/3 to 4-3/4 |
| 101 and over | 3-1/3 cups plus 1/4 cup for each 10 lbs of body weight over 100 lbs | 4-2/3 cups plus 1/3 cup for each 10 lbs of body weight over 100 lbs | 5-1/4 cups plus 1/3 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 | 4-3/4 cups plus 1/3 cup for each 10 lbs of body weight over 100 lbs |
| (kg) | (grams) | (grams) | (grams) | (grams) | (grams) |
| 1 - 5 | 32 - 128 | 48 - 128 | 48 - 120 | 32 - 120 | Feed as Adult |
| 6 - 9 | 72 - 167 | 144 - 191 | 128 - 167 | 128 - 159 | Feed as Adult |
| 10 - 23 | 120 - 287 | 167 - 351 | 223 - 311 | 167 - 319 | Feed as Adult |
| 24 - 34 | 144 - 311 | 407 - 454 | 415 - 502 | 351 - 542 | 319 - 415 |
| 35 - 45 | 167 - 319 | 407 - 446 | 415 - 502 | 510 - 598 | 415 - 454 |
| Over 45 | 319 g plus 24 g for each 4.5 kg of body weight over 45 kg | 446 g plus 32 g for each 4.5 kg of body weight over 45 kg | 502 g plus 32 g for each 4.5 kg of body weight over 45 kg | 598 g plus 48 g for each 4.5 kg of body weight over 45 kg | 454 g plus 32 g for each 4.5 kg of body weight over 45 kg |
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.
Nestlé Purina Research 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.
Making the Switch to Pro Plan
Please allow 7 - 10 days to ease the transition from your dog’s current food. 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.
Contains a source of live (viable) naturally occurring microorganisms.
Provide adequate fresh water in a clean container daily.
For your pet’s health, see your veterinarian regularly.
For a list of all feeding recommendations, Download the full recommended feeding table (PDF).
