Purina Pro Plan Puppy Small Breed High-Protein Chicken & Brown Rice Entree

Puppy Small Breed High-Protein Chicken & Brown Rice Entree

Purina Pro Plan

#301 of 861 $0.36/oz

$0.20–$0.40/oz

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At a Glance

Marine omega-3 source (EPA/DHA direct)

This food includes a marine omega-3 source like fish oil or salmon oil, which delivers EPA and DHA directly. Plant sources like flaxseed only provide ALA, which pets convert very poorly.

Simpler ingredient list than 79% of peers

A shorter ingredient list often means a more straightforward recipe. It's also easier to spot anything your pet might be sensitive to.

Carrageenan

Carrageenan is a seaweed-derived thickener. Food-grade carrageenan is GRAS, but... See full analysis in the app.

Sources
  • Tobacman 2001, Environmental Health Perspectives
  • IARC Monographs Vol. 10 (degraded carrageenan)
  • FDA GRAS status (food-grade carrageenan)

Nutrition

Compared to 895 similar dog wet foods

Protein (dry-matter) 45.5%

Protein (dry-matter)

Protein content after removing water, so wet and dry foods can be compared fairly.

Top 27%
Fat (dry-matter) 34.1%

Fat (dry-matter)

Fat content after removing water. Important for energy and nutrient absorption.

Top 7%
Fiber (dry-matter) 6.8%

Fiber (dry-matter)

Fiber content after removing water. Supports healthy digestion.

Top 50%
Moisture 78

Moisture

Water content. Higher moisture helps with hydration, especially for cats.

Top 68%
Nutrient Transparency 0.0%

Nutrient Transparency

How many nutrients the brand reports beyond the basic required minimums.

Top 62%

Ingredients

Compared to 895 similar dog wet foods

Named Protein Sources 1

Named Protein Sources

How many of the top 5 ingredients are identifiable, single-species proteins like chicken or salmon.

Top 80%
Primary Protein Quality 4

Primary Protein Quality

Quality of the first protein listed. Whole meat ranks higher than meals or by-products.

Top 46%
Low Filler Content 0

Low Filler Content

Corn, wheat, and soy in the top ingredients. Fewer fillers is better.

Bottom 44%
Ingredient Simplicity 15

Ingredient Simplicity

Total number of ingredients. Simpler recipes can be easier to digest.

Bottom 21%
Omega-3 Source 2

Omega-3 Source

Whether the omega-3 comes from fish oil (delivers EPA/DHA directly) or just flaxseed (plant ALA, which pets convert very poorly).

Top 16%
Label Transparency 0

Label Transparency

Whether the same ingredient is listed in multiple forms (like pea protein + pea fiber) to make meat appear higher on the label.

Bottom 47%

Full Ingredient List

Chicken, Water, Liver, Meat By-Products, Fish, Brown Rice, Minerals [Potassium Chloride, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenite], Guar Gum, Fish Oil, Salt, Magnesium Sulfate, Carrageenan, Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, VITAMINS [Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Biotin (Vitamin B-7), Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D-3 Supplement]

Calories

1289 kcal/kg Energy density
200 kcal/can Per serving

⚕ Manufacturer Quality

Purina Pro Plan meets WSAVA Global Nutrition Committee guidelines: full-time veterinary nutritionist on staff, own manufacturing, AAFCO feeding trials, and published research.

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