Introduction:
Give your small or mini breed puppy the best start in life with Purina Pro Plan OptiStart Chicken Small & Mini Puppy Dry Dog Food. Specially formulated to support their growth and development, this premium dog food is packed with high-quality ingredients and tailored nutrition to meet the unique needs of puppies under 10kg adult weight. Designed to promote strong immunity, dental health, and overall well-being, it’s the perfect choice for your puppy’s active and adventurous lifestyle.
Product Features:
- Boosts puppies' developing immune system for a stronger response.
- Contains colostrum, inspired by mother’s first milk, to support natural defences and gut health.
- Specially designed to improve dental care with key nutrients for strong teeth and healthy gums.
- Supports healthy joints for active, growing puppies.
- Made with high-quality chicken for optimal nutrition and great taste.
- Suitable for gestating and lactating mothers.
Technical Specifications:
- Type: Dry Dog Food
- Breed Size: Small and Mini breeds (<10kg adult weight).
- Life Stage: Puppies up to 9 months old; also suitable for gestating/lactating females.
- Nutritional Support: Contains omega-3 for gum health, vitamin D, calcium, and phosphorus for strong teeth and bones.
- Key Ingredient: High-quality chicken for a complete, balanced diet.
- Special Additive: Colostrum proven to reduce gut upsets and stabilise intestinal microflora during stress.
Ingredients:
Chicken (20%), Wheat, Dehydrated poultry protein, Animal fat, Rice (7%), Maize gluten meal, Wheat gluten meal, Digest, Maize, Dried beet pulp, Soya meal, Minerals, Dried egg, Fish oil, Dried colostrum (0.1%)
Nutrition & Analytical Constituents:
· Protein: 32.0%
· Fat Content: 21.0%
· Crude Ash: 7.5%
· Crude Fibres: 2.0%
Nutritional Additives:
IU/kg: Vit A: 34000; Vit D3: 1100;Vit E: 200.
mg/kg: Vit C: 120; Ferrous Sulphate Monohydrate: (Fe: 87); Calcium Iodate Anhydrous: (I: 2.2); Cupric Sulphate Pentahydrate: (Cu: 13); Manganous Sulphate Monohydrate: (Mn: 41); Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate: (Zn: 130); Sodium Selenite: (Se: 0.12).
DAILY QUANTITY (GRAMS) BASED ON AGE AND PUPPY’S EXPECTED ADULT BODY WEIGHT
|
Adult Weight |
Puppy Age |
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|
(kg) |
1.5 – 3 months |
4 - 5 months |
6 – 8 months |
9 – 12 months |
|
1 |
55 |
55 |
55 - Adult |
Adult |
|
5 |
60 - 85 |
70 - 80 |
70 |
70 - Adult |
|
10 |
75 - 115 |
120 - 140 |
145 |
145 - Adult |
- Pregnancy & Lactation: Refer to the Purina website or consult your veterinarian for detailed feeding recommendations.
- Weaning & Growth: From 3 to 6 weeks of age, offer moistened PRO PLAN Puppy food 3-4 times daily. After weaning, follow the feeding guidelines in the table provided. Gradually reduce the amount of added water starting at 3 months of age.
Feeding Tips:
- Ensure your puppy maintains a lean body condition for healthy growth. Adjust daily portions based on activity level, physical condition, and individual needs.
- Provide clean, fresh water at all times.
- Regular veterinary consultations are recommended to monitor your dog’s health.
