Purina Pro Plan Healthy Growth & Development Puppy Small & Toy Breeds

Purina Pro Plan Puppy Small & Toy - Chicken Formula with Colostrum and Probiotics

Purina Pro Plan Puppy Small & Toy - Chicken Formula with Colostrum and Probiotics is a premium dry dog food expertly crafted to support the healthy growth and development of small and toy breed puppies with an expected adult weight of 1kg to 10kg. Proudly made in Australia, this formula is designed to meet the unique nutritional needs of small and toy puppies, providing complete and balanced nutrition from weaning through their first year of life. Enriched with colostrum and fortified with live probiotics, this food ensures your tiny pup gets the best start for a healthy, happy adulthood.

Key Features and Benefits

• Tailored for Small & Toy Breeds: Supports the fast growth of small and toy puppies with a nutrient-dense formula, featuring tiny, bite-sized kibble (approximately 5-7mm) for easy chewing and digestion.

• Immune System Support: Enriched with colostrum (0.1%), a natural source of antibodies scientifically proven to support immune response, helping protect your puppy during their vulnerable early months.

• Digestive Health: Fortified with guaranteed live probiotics (Bacillus coagulans, minimum 1320 million CFU/kg) to nourish the microbiome, support gut health, and promote overall well-being.

• Brain and Vision Development: Contains DHA (minimum 0.1%), an omega-3 fatty acid from fish oil, to support brain and vision development, ensuring your puppy develops a sharp mind and keen eyesight.

• Enhanced Immune Defense: Includes scientifically proven antioxidants, such as Vitamin C (70 mg/kg) and Vitamin E (460 IU/kg), to boost immune defense and protect against illness.

• Easy Weaning: Designed for easy rehydration of kibble, making the transition from mother’s milk to solid food smoother for puppies during weaning (3-5 weeks).

• High-Quality Protein: Features 34% crude protein (35% chicken meal and chicken as the #1 ingredient) to support rapid muscle growth and meet the high energy demands of small and toy breed puppies.

• Healthy Skin and Coat: Packed with omega-3 fatty acids (minimum 0.5%) and omega-6 fatty acids (minimum 1.5%) to nourish the skin and promote a shiny, healthy coat.

• Strong Bones and Teeth: Provides essential minerals like calcium (minimum 1%) and phosphorus (minimum 0.8%), along with glucosamine (400 mg/kg), to support the development of strong bones and teeth.

• Superior Nutrient Absorption: Made with highly digestible, high-quality ingredients like chicken and brewers rice to ensure optimal nutrient absorption for your growing puppy.

• No Artificial Additives: Free from artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives, offering a natural and wholesome diet.

• Energy for Growth: Delivers a metabolisable energy (ME) of 3.9 kcal/g, providing the energy needed to fuel your puppy’s active lifestyle and growth.

Nutritional Composition
This formula is carefully balanced to meet the needs of small and toy breed puppies:

• Crude Protein: 34% (as fed)

• Crude Fat: 21% (as fed)

• Crude Fibre (Max): 3% (as fed)

• Calcium (Ca) (Min): 1% (as fed)

• Phosphorus (P) (Min): 0.8% (as fed)

• DHA (Min): 0.1% (as fed)

• Glucosamine (Min): 400 mg/kg (as fed)

• Vitamin C (Min): 70 mg/kg (as fed)

• Vitamin E (Min): 460 IU/kg (as fed)

• Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Min): 0.5% (as fed)

• Omega-6 Fatty Acids (Min): 1.5% (as fed)

• Bacillus coagulans (Min): 1320 million CFU/kg

• Metabolisable Energy (ME): 3.9 kcal/g

Ingredients
Purina Pro Plan Puppy Small & Toy is made with high-quality, natural ingredients to ensure optimal nutrition:

• Primary Protein Sources: Chicken meal and chicken (35%), providing high-quality protein for muscle growth and development.

• Carbohydrates and Fibres: Brewers rice, whole grain wheat, oats, and barley for sustained energy and digestive health.

• Healthy Fats: Animal fat (source of omega-6 fatty acids) and fish oil (source of DHA and omega-3 fatty acids) for skin, coat, and brain health.

• 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 health.

• Digestive and Immune Support: Beet pulp for fibre, colostrum (0.1%) for immunity, and dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product for gut health.

• 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 10kg). 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.

• Up to 3 Weeks: Mother’s milk only.

• 3-5 Weeks (at will): Introduce soaked kibble.

• 6 Weeks (3-4 meals, moistened): 50g (1kg), 55g (3kg), 60g (5kg-6kg), 65g (7kg), 70g (8kg), 75g (9kg-10kg).

• 3 Months (3 meals): 55g (1kg), 70g (3kg), 85g (5kg), 90g (6kg), 100g (7kg), 105g (8kg), 110g (9kg), 115g (10kg).

• 4 Months (3 meals): 60g (1kg), 70g (3kg), 80g (5kg), 90g (6kg), 100g (7kg), 105g (8kg), 115g (9kg), 120g (10kg).

• 5 Months (3 meals): 60g (1kg), 65g (3kg), 70g (5kg), 85g (6kg), 100g (7kg), 115g (8kg), 125g (9kg), 140g (10kg).

• 6 Months (2 meals): 60g (1kg), 65g (3kg), 70g (5kg), 85g (6kg), 100g (7kg), 115g (8kg), 130g (9kg), 145g (10kg).

• 9 Months (2 meals): Adult* (1kg-3kg), 70g (5kg), 85g (6kg), 100g (7kg), 115g (8kg), 130g (9kg), 145g (10kg).

• 12 Months (2 meals): Adult* (1kg-10kg).

Transition Guidelines

• At 9-12 Months: Transition to Purina Pro Plan Small & Toy Adult formula, depending on your puppy’s expected adult weight and individual growth rate.

Making the Switch to Pro Plan
To ensure a smooth transition and prevent digestive upset, gradually introduce Purina Pro Plan over 7-10 days:

• Day 1: 10% Pro Plan + 90% previous food.

• Day 3: 30% Pro Plan + 70% previous food.

• Day 7: 70% Pro Plan + 30% previous food.

• 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

• Adjusting Portions: Monitor your puppy’s weight regularly, ensuring their ribs are easily felt and their waist is visible when viewed from above, to maintain an ideal body condition for lifelong health.

• Reproduction: This formula provides extra nutrition for reproducing females during gestation and lactation.

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, out of direct sunlight, to preserve freshness.

Why Choose Purina Pro Plan Puppy Small & Toy?
Purina Pro Plan Puppy Small & Toy - Chicken Formula is specifically designed for the unique needs of small and toy breed puppies, offering a nutrient-dense formula that supports their rapid growth, delicate digestive systems, and developing immune systems. With colostrum, live probiotics, DHA, and high-quality protein, this food provides a strong foundation for your puppy’s health, ensuring they grow into a vibrant, healthy adult dog. Trust Purina Pro Plan for a science-backed, Australian-made solution that prioritizes your small or toy breed puppy’s well-being from the very start.