Purina Pro Plan OptiStart Large Athletic Chicken Puppy Dry Dog Food

Introduction:

Purina Pro Plan OptiStart Large Athletic Chicken Puppy Dry Dog Food is specially formulated to meet the unique nutritional needs of large breed athletic puppies. Designed with science-based nutrition, this premium dry dog food supports your puppy's healthy growth, robust immune system, and long-term wellbeing. With high-quality chicken as the #1 ingredient and added essential nutrients, it offers the perfect balance to promote strength, energy, and overall vitality during your puppy's crucial development phase. Whether you're raising an active, large-breed puppy or supporting a gestating or lactating mother, Purina Pro Plan OptiStart is crafted to deliver the best start in life.

Product Features:

• High-quality chicken as the #1 ingredient for optimal protein levels.
• Contains colostrum to strengthen immune response by up to 50%.
• Promotes healthy growth with balanced protein and fat levels.
• Supports joint health and mobility for large, active breeds.
• Includes vitamin D, minerals, and omega-3 for healthy teeth and gums.
• Science-backed formula with no added colorants.
• Suitable for large athletic breeds over 25kg adult weight.

Technical Specifications:

• Type: Dry Dog Food
• Breed Suitability: Large athletic breed puppies (adult weight > 25 kg).
• Age Range: Suitable up to 24 months of age.
• Key Ingredients: High-quality chicken, Colostrum, Omega-3 (0.3%), Vitamin D.
• Nutritional Focus: Immune health, joint support, gut health, and long-term growth.
• Additional Use: Suitable for gestating/lactating mothers.

Ingredients:

High Quality Chicken (19%) (including back and chest), Wheat, Dried Poultry Protein, Rice (9%), Soya Meal, Animal Fats, Protein Hydrolysate of Animal Origin, Corn Protein Meal, Wheat Gluten, Corn, Dried Beet Pulp, Minerals, Dried Egg, Fish Oil, Vitamins, Dried Colostrum (0,1%), Aminoacids, Antioxidants.

Nutrition & Analytical Constituents:

·         Protein: 32,0%,

·         Fat Content: 18,0%,

·         Crude Ash: 7,5%,

·         Crude Fibre: 2,0%,

·         Taurine: 0,1%.

Nutritional Additives:

IU/kg: Vit A: 27 000; Vit D3: 900; Vit E: 200; 
mg/kg: Vit C: 120; Iron (II) sulphate monohydrate: (Fe: 120); Calcium iodate anhydrous: (I: 1.9); Copper (II) sulphate pentahydrate: (Cu: 13); Manganous sulphate monohydrate: (Mn: 45); Zinc sulphate monohydrate: (Zn: 110); Sodium selenite: (Se: 0.13).

Please select the daily amount needed for consumption, based on the expected adult weight of your dog and the corresponding current age of your puppy. All feeding weights listed are in grams per day.

Recommended daily amount (g/day)

• Pregnancy and Lactation: For more details, please refer to the PURINA website or consult your veterinarian.
• Weaning and Growth:
• From 3 to 6 weeks of age, provide moistened PRO PLAN Puppy food 3 to 4 times daily.
• After weaning, follow the feeding guidelines in the provided table. Gradually reduce the amount of added water starting at 3 months of age.
• Ensure your puppy maintains a lean body condition for healthy development. Adjust daily portions based on activity level, physical condition, and individual requirements.
• Clean, fresh water should always be available. Regular veterinary check-ups are recommended to monitor your dog’s health.