Purina Pro Plan OptiStart Chicken Small & Mini Puppy Dry Dog Food

Introduction:

Purina Pro Plan OptiStart Chicken Small & Mini Puppy Dry Dog Food is specially designed to support the unique needs of small breed puppies. With high-quality ingredients and an innovative formula, this food helps your puppy grow into a strong, healthy adult by boosting their immune system, enhancing dental care, and maintaining joint health. OPTISTART, enriched with colostrum, ensures your puppy gets the best start to life by supporting their natural defences and long-term health.

 

Product Features:

• Boosts puppies' developing immune systems for efficient response.
• Includes colostrum to support natural defences and reduce the risk of upset stomachs.
• Specially formulated for dental care with omega-3 for healthy gums.
• Contains key nutrients to support strong teeth and healthy joints for active lifestyles.
• Made with high-quality chicken for optimal nutrition.
• Suitable for small breed puppies under 10kg adult weight and gestating/lactating dogs.

 

Technical Specifications

•  Type: Dry Dog Food

• Breed size: Small and Mini Puppies (<10kg adult weight).
• Main ingredient: High-quality chicken.
• Key nutrients: Vitamin D, calcium, phosphorus, omega-3 fatty acids.
• Special ingredient: Colostrum, to boost immune response and stabilize intestinal microflora.
• Recommended age: Up to 9 months of age.
• Suitable for: Puppies, gestating, and lactating bitches.

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
(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.