CC Cardiocare Canine Formula Chicken Flavor
Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets
At a Glance
Taurine levels above 72% of peers
Taurine supports heart and eye health. Dogs can synthesize it, but dietary taurine may be beneficial, especially on grain-free diets where a link to heart disease has been studied.
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.
More nutrients tested and listed than most
Some brands test and list nutrients beyond the basic four (protein, fat, fiber, moisture). More transparency means you can make a more informed choice.
Powdered Cellulose
Purified plant fiber, essentially wood pulp. Not digestible, but that's the poin... See full analysis in the app.
Garlic
A member of the allium family. Contains thiosulfate compounds that cause oxidati... See full analysis in the app.
Sources
- AKC Canine Health Foundation (garlic toxicity)
- Lee et al. 2000, Toxicology (thiosulfate mechanism)
- Yamato et al. 2005, J Vet Pharmacol Therapeutics (eccentrocytes in dogs)
Nutrition
Compared to 895 similar dog wet foods
Ingredients
Compared to 895 similar dog wet foods
Full Ingredient List
Water, Meat By-Products, Chicken, Rice, Powdered Cellulose, Dextrose, Vegetable Oil (Source Of Medium-Chain Triglycerides), Fish Oil, Dried Egg Product, L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Glycine, DL-Methionine, Carrageenan, Magnesium Sulfate, Locust Bean Gum, Potassium Chloride, Garlic Powder, Tricalcium Phosphate, Taurine, Vitamin E Supplement, Xanthan Gum, Zinc Sulfate, L-Carnitine, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin A Supplement, Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Biotin (Vitamin B-7), Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenite
Calories
⚕ Manufacturer Quality
Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets meets WSAVA Global Nutrition Committee guidelines: full-time veterinary nutritionist on staff, own manufacturing, AAFCO feeding trials, and published research.