Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Skin & Stomach Puppy - Salmon & Mackerel Formula
Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Skin & Stomach Puppy - Salmon & Mackerel Formula is a premium dry dog food meticulously crafted for puppies of all sizes, particularly those with sensitive skin and stomachs. This Australian-made formula is designed to support your puppy’s growth and development while addressing common food sensitivities, ensuring they thrive from weaning through their transition to adulthood. With a focus on gentle, high-quality ingredients, this food provides complete and balanced nutrition for puppies of all breeds, from small to giant, with expected adult weights ranging from 1kg to 90kg.
Key Features and Benefits
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Tailored for Sensitive Puppies: Formulated to reduce the risk of skin and stomach reactions by excluding common allergens like chicken, beef, soy, corn, and wheat, making it ideal for puppies prone to food sensitivities.
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Dual-Action Support: Promotes both healthy skin and digestion through a carefully selected blend of ingredients, reducing shedding, strengthening hair, and supporting happier digestion.
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High-Quality Protein: Features real salmon and mackerel (34%) as the #1 ingredients, providing 30% crude protein (32.61% dry matter) to support muscle development while being less likely to cause allergic reactions.
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Brain and Vision Development: Enriched with DHA (minimum 0.1% as fed, 0.11% dry matter) from high-quality fish oil, this formula supports cognitive development and healthy vision, crucial for your puppy’s early learning and exploration.
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Immune System Boost: Contains colostrum (0.1%), a natural source of antibodies, to strengthen your puppy’s immune response during their vulnerable early months.
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Healthy Skin and Coat: Packed with omega-3 fatty acids (minimum 0.8% as fed, 0.87% dry matter), omega-6 fatty acids (minimum 2.0% as fed, 2.17% dry matter), and Vitamin E (460 IU/kg as fed, 500 IU/kg dry matter), this food promotes a shiny coat and healthy skin, reducing irritation and shedding.
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Strong Teeth and Bones: Includes essential minerals like calcium (minimum 1.0% as fed, 1.09% dry matter) and phosphorus (minimum 0.8% as fed, 0.87% dry matter) to support the development of strong bones and teeth as your puppy grows.
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Enhanced Nutrient Absorption: Formulated to reduce tartar formation and aid faster nutrient absorption, using gentle ingredients like brewers rice and pea protein for better digestion.
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Digestive Health: Features chicory (a source of inulin, a prebiotic fibre) and beet pulp (a source of insoluble fibre) to promote a healthy gut and firm stools, ensuring your puppy’s digestive system functions smoothly.
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Taste Enhancement: Designed to enhance taste, making mealtime enjoyable for even the pickiest puppies.
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No Artificial Additives: Free from artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives, offering a natural and wholesome diet.
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Energy for Growth: Provides a metabolisable energy (ME) of 3.8 kcal/g, delivering the right amount of energy to support your puppy’s active lifestyle and growth needs.
Nutritional Composition
This formula is carefully balanced to meet the nutritional needs of growing puppies with sensitive systems:
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Crude Protein: 30% (as fed), 32.61% (dry matter)
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Crude Fat: 19% (as fed), 20.65% (dry matter)
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Crude Fibre (Max): 3.0% (as fed), 3.26% (dry matter)
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Calcium (Ca) (Min): 1.0% (as fed), 1.09% (dry matter)
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Phosphorus (P) (Min): 0.8% (as fed), 0.87% (dry matter)
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DHA (Min): 0.1% (as fed), 0.11% (dry matter)
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Vitamin C (Min): 70 mg/kg (as fed), 76 mg/kg (dry matter)
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Vitamin E (Min): 460 IU/kg (as fed), 500 IU/kg (dry matter)
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Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Min): 0.8% (as fed), 0.87% (dry matter)
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Omega-6 Fatty Acids (Min): 2.0% (as fed), 2.17% (dry matter)
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Metabolisable Energy (ME): 3.8 kcal/g
Ingredients
Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Skin & Stomach Puppy is made with premium, natural ingredients to support your puppy’s health:
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Primary Protein Sources: Salmon and mackerel (34%), providing high-quality, hypoallergenic protein for muscle growth and development.
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Carbohydrates and Fibres: Brewers rice, wholegrain sorghum, and oats for sustained energy and digestive health.
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Healthy Fats: Animal fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols, a source of omega-6 fatty acids) and fish oil (source of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA, and DHA) for skin, coat, and brain health.
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Vitamins and Minerals: Includes calcium, phosphorus, sodium, chloride, potassium, magnesium, zinc, iron, manganese, copper, selenium, iodine, aluminosilicate, and Vitamins A, B, C, D, E, choline, and folic acid to support overall wellness.
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Digestive and Immune Support: Chicory (source of inulin, a prebiotic fibre), beet pulp (source of insoluble fibre), and colostrum (0.1%) for gut health and immunity.
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Natural Antioxidants: Ensures long-lasting freshness without artificial preservatives.
Daily Feeding Guide
The following feeding recommendations are tailored to your puppy’s age and expected adult weight (1kg to 90kg). For puppies aged 3-5 weeks, introduce soaked kibble (1 part kibble + 2 parts warm water, up to 60°C) to ease the transition from mother’s milk. Always provide clean, fresh drinking water alongside meals.
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Up to 3 Weeks: Mother’s milk only.
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3-5 Weeks (at will, 3-4 meals, moistened): Introduce soaked kibble.
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6 Weeks (3-4 meals, moistened): 50g (1kg), 60g (5kg), 80g (10kg), 85g (15kg), 100g (25kg), 110g (35kg), 125g (45kg), 150g (60kg), 170g (70kg), 200g (90kg).
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3 Months (3 meals): 55g (1kg), 90g (5kg), 120g (10kg), 150g (15kg), 200g (25kg), 220g (35kg), 250g (45kg), 355g (60kg), 425g (70kg), 500g (90kg).
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4 Months (3 meals): 60g (1kg), 75g (5kg), 125g (10kg), 170g (15kg), 230g (25kg), 270g (35kg), 290g (45kg), 415g (60kg), 460g (70kg), 545g (90kg).
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5 Months (3 meals): 60g (1kg), 75g (5kg), 145g (10kg), 180g (15kg), 250g (25kg), 320g (35kg), 365g (45kg), 535g (60kg), 630g (70kg), 745g (90kg).
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6 Months (2 meals): 60g (1kg), 75g (5kg), 150g (10kg), 205g (15kg), 310g (25kg), 375g (35kg), 420g (45kg), 615g (60kg), 685g (70kg), 810g (90kg).
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9 Months (2 meals): Adult* (1kg), 75g (5kg), 150g (10kg), 220g (15kg), 365g (25kg), 505g (35kg), 625g (45kg), 820g (60kg), 1005g (70kg), 1185g (90kg).
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12 Months (2 meals): Adult* (1kg to 25kg), 535g (35kg), 665g (45kg), 870g (60kg), 1015g (70kg), 1200g (90kg).
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24 Months (2 meals): Adult* (1kg to 70kg), 880g (60kg), 980g (70kg), 1155g (90kg).
Transition Guidelines
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At 8 Months: Transition small breed puppies (1kg-5kg expected adult weight) to Purina Pro Plan Small & Toy Adult Sensitive Skin & Stomach.
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At 12 Months: Transition medium breed puppies (10kg-25kg expected adult weight) to Purina Pro Plan Medium & Large Adult Sensitive Skin & Stomach.
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At 24 Months: Transition large/giant breed puppies (35kg-90kg expected adult weight) to Purina Pro Plan Medium & Large Adult Sensitive Skin & Stomach.
Making the Switch to Pro Plan
To ensure a smooth transition and prevent digestive upset, gradually introduce Purina Pro Plan over 7-10 days:
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Day 1: 10% Pro Plan + 90% previous food.
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Day 3: 30% Pro Plan + 70% previous food.
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Day 7: 70% Pro Plan + 30% previous food.
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Day 10: 100% Pro Plan.
This gradual transition allows your puppy’s digestive enzymes to adapt to the new ingredients and nutritional content, ensuring proper digestion and minimizing stomach upset.
Feeding Tips
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Adjust portions based on your puppy’s activity level, appetite, and body condition to maintain a healthy weight.
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Store in a cool, dry place to preserve freshness, and always check the kibble for any signs of spoilage before feeding.
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The kibble size is approximately 10mm, making it suitable for puppies of all sizes to chew comfortably.
Why Choose Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Skin & Stomach Puppy?
This formula is a perfect choice for puppies with sensitive skin and stomachs, offering a dual-action solution that supports both skin health and digestion. By excluding common allergens and using premium ingredients like real salmon and mackerel, it minimizes the risk of adverse reactions while providing essential nutrients for growth, immunity, and overall wellness. Whether your puppy is a small toy breed or a giant breed, Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Skin & Stomach Puppy ensures they grow into a healthy, happy adult dog with a strong foundation. Trust Purina Pro Plan for a science-backed, Australian-made formula that prioritizes your puppy’s unique needs.