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Pro Plan Chicken & Rice Puppy Food
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Pro Plan Puppy Lamb & Rice Dog Food
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Pro Plan Puppy Lamb & Rice Dog Food
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Pro Plan Chicken & Rice Puppy Food
20 lbs.
SKU: 110531

Specialized Nutrition for Healthy Growth and Development

  • Helps reduce the percentage of body fat deposited during growth.
  • Optimal 28% protein to 18% fat ratio helps develop lean body mass.
  • Calcium, phosphorus, and other minerals for strong bones and teeth.
  • Complete nutrition with vital antioxidants helps support a healthy immune system.
  • Helps reduce accumulation of plaque and tartar for dental health.
  • Vitamin A and omega-6 fatty acids promote healthy skin and a lustrous coat.
  • Highly digestible for maximum nutrient delivery and small, firm stools.
  • Real chicken is the #1 ingredient.
  • Recommended by veterinarians.



Pro Plan Chicken & Rice Puppy Food
37.5 lbs.
SKU: 259330

Specialized Nutrition for Healthy Growth and Development

  • Helps reduce the percentage of body fat deposited during growth.
  • Optimal 28% protein to 18% fat ratio helps develop lean body mass.
  • Calcium, phosphorus, and other minerals for strong bones and teeth.
  • Complete nutrition with vital antioxidants helps support a healthy immune system.
  • Helps reduce accumulation of plaque and tartar for dental health.
  • Vitamin A and omega-6 fatty acids promote healthy skin and a lustrous coat.
  • Highly digestible for maximum nutrient delivery and small, firm stools.
  • Real chicken is the #1 ingredient.
  • Recommended by veterinarians.



Pro Plan Puppy Lamb & Rice Dog Food
20 lbs.
SKU: 541273

Specialized Nutrition for Healthy Growth and Development

  • Optimal 28% protein to 18% fat ratio helps develop lean body mass.
  • Calcium, phosphorus, and other minerals for strong bones and teeth.
  • Complete nutrition with vital antioxidants helps support a healthy immune system.
  • Helps reduce accumulation of plaque and tartar for dental health.
  • Vitamin A and omega-6 fatty acids promote healthy skin and a lustrous coat.
  • Highly digestible for maximum nutrient delivery and small, firm stools.
  • Real lamb is the #1 ingredient.
  • Recommended by veterinarians.



Pro Plan Puppy Lamb & Rice Dog Food
37.5 lbs.
SKU: 541850

Specialized Nutrition for Healthy Growth and Development

  • Optimal 28% protein to 18% fat ratio helps develop lean body mass.
  • Calcium, phosphorus, and other minerals for strong bones and teeth.
  • Complete nutrition with vital antioxidants helps support a healthy immune system.
  • Helps reduce accumulation of plaque and tartar for dental health.
  • Vitamin A and omega-6 fatty acids promote healthy skin and a lustrous coat.
  • Highly digestible for maximum nutrient delivery and small, firm stools.
  • Real lamb is the #1 ingredient.
  • Recommended by veterinarians.

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  • Standard (3 - 6 business days)
  • 2nd Day (2 business days)
  • Next Day (1 business day)
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  • USPS Standard Mail (5 - 10 business days)
  • USPS Priority Mail (2 - 3 business days)
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  • USPS Standard (3 - 6 business days)
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  • USPS Standard Mail - P.O. Boxes (10 - 14 business days)
  • USPS Priority Mail - P.O. Boxes (2 - 3 business days)
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  • USPS Standard Mail (2 - 4 weeks)
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  • USPS Standard Mail (2 - 4 weeks)
  • USPS Priority Mail (1 - 2 weeks)
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If a single warehouse can't fill your order, it may arrive in multiple shipments at no additional shipping charge. As items are shipped, we will send you emails detailing the shipments and tracking numbers.

We make every attempt to ship orders from our warehouses within 24 hours. Items shipped by a third party generally ship within the timeframes specified on the product detail pages. However, your Order Status email will provide you with shipping information specific to your order if unanticipated delays occur.

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Pro Plan Chicken & Rice Puppy Food
SKU: 110531
Size: 20 lbs.
Activity Level: Normal Activity
Age: Puppy
Carbohydrate Source: Corn
Carbohydrate Source: Rice
Carbohydrate Source: Wheat
Form: Dry Food
Other Key Ingredients: Garlic Oil
Other Key Ingredients: Sunflower Oil
Protein Source: Chicken
Protein Source: Eggs
Protein Source: Poultry


Pro Plan Chicken & Rice Puppy Food
SKU: 259330
Size: 37.5 lbs.
Activity Level: Normal Activity
Age: Puppy
Carbohydrate Source: Corn
Carbohydrate Source: Rice
Carbohydrate Source: Wheat
Form: Dry Food
Other Key Ingredients: Garlic Oil
Other Key Ingredients: Sunflower Oil
Protein Source: Chicken
Protein Source: Eggs
Protein Source: Poultry


Pro Plan Puppy Lamb & Rice Dog Food
SKU: 541273
Size: 20 lbs.
Activity Level: Normal Activity
Age: Puppy
Carbohydrate Source: Corn
Carbohydrate Source: Rice
Carbohydrate Source: Wheat
Form: Dry Food
Other Key Ingredients: Garlic Oil
Protein Source: Eggs
Protein Source: Lamb
Protein Source: Poultry


Pro Plan Puppy Lamb & Rice Dog Food
SKU: 541850
Size: 37.5 lbs.
Activity Level: Normal Activity
Age: Puppy
Carbohydrate Source: Corn
Carbohydrate Source: Rice
Carbohydrate Source: Wheat
Form: Dry Food
Other Key Ingredients: Garlic Oil
Protein Source: Eggs
Protein Source: Lamb
Protein Source: Poultry
Pro Plan Chicken & Rice Puppy Food
20 lbs.
SKU: 110531
Chicken, brewers rice, poultry by-product meal, corn gluten meal, whole grain wheat, beef tallow preserved with mixed tocopherols (source of vitamin E), whole grain corn, corn bran, natural flavors, egg product, hydrolyzed sunflower oil, dicalcium phosphate, salt, potassium chloride, choline chloride, l-lysine monohydrochloride, zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, vitamin supplements (E, A, B12, D3), riboflavin supplement, niacin, calcium pantothenate, manganese sulfate, biotin, thiamine mononitrate, folic acid, copper sulfate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, garlic oil, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (source of vitamin K activity), calcium iodate, sodium selenite.


Pro Plan Chicken & Rice Puppy Food
37.5 lbs.
SKU: 259330
Chicken, brewers rice, poultry by-product meal, corn gluten meal, whole grain wheat, beef tallow preserved with mixed tocopherols (source of vitamin E), whole grain corn, corn bran, natural flavors, egg product, hydrolyzed sunflower oil, dicalcium phosphate, salt, potassium chloride, choline chloride, l-lysine monohydrochloride, zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, vitamin supplements (E, A, B12, D3), riboflavin supplement, niacin, calcium pantothenate, manganese sulfate, biotin, thiamine mononitrate, folic acid, copper sulfate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, garlic oil, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (source of vitamin K activity), calcium iodate, sodium selenite.


Pro Plan Puppy Lamb & Rice Dog Food
20 lbs.
SKU: 541273
Lamb, brewers rice, poultry by-product meal, corn gluten meal, whole grain wheat, whole grain corn, beef tallow preserved with mixed tocopherols (source of vitamin E), corn bran, natural flavors, egg product, dicalcium phosphate, potassium chloride, calcium carbonate, salt, l-lysine monohydrochloride, choline chloride, zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, vitamin supplements (E, A, B12, D3), riboflavin supplement, niacin, calcium pantothenate, manganese sulfate, biotin, thiamine mononitrate, folic acid, copper sulfate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, garlic oil, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (source of vitamin K activity), calcium iodate, sodium selenite.


Pro Plan Puppy Lamb & Rice Dog Food
37.5 lbs.
SKU: 541850
Lamb, brewers rice, poultry by-product meal, corn gluten meal, whole grain wheat, whole grain corn, beef tallow preserved with mixed tocopherols (source of vitamin E), corn bran, natural flavors, egg product, dicalcium phosphate, potassium chloride, calcium carbonate, salt, l-lysine monohydrochloride, choline chloride, zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, vitamin supplements (E, A, B12, D3), riboflavin supplement, niacin, calcium pantothenate, manganese sulfate, biotin, thiamine mononitrate, folic acid, copper sulfate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, garlic oil, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (source of vitamin K activity), calcium iodate, sodium selenite.
Pro Plan Chicken & Rice Puppy Food
20 lbs.
SKU: 110531

Purina's Life Plan
The Pro Plan line of dog foods is specially formulated with these elements to provide nutrition to help your dog achieve ideal body condition for a leaner, longer, and healthier life.

Breed-Size Specific Pro Plan Puppy Formulas with a Special Blend of Fatty Acids

  • Puppy Formulas contain a special blend of fatty acids shown to help reduce the percentage of body fat deposited during growth.
  • Pro Plan believes when your puppy starts out with less body fat, it's easier for you to help keep him that way through life.

Optimal Protein:Fat Ratio

  • Purina's protein to fat ratios are scientifically calculated based on the calories from protein needed for a dog's life stage and breed size.
  • Each Pro Plan product is formulated to help dogs build and maintain lean muscle mass, without excess body fat.

Feed to Ideal Body Condition

  • Feeding to ideal body condition provides real, long-term health benefits.
  • Use the information below to regularly monitor your dog's body condition and modify your feeding amounts in order to realize these health benefits.

Underfed Puppy: Ribs are highly visible. Increase the amount you are feeding. After two to three weeks, compare again. Adjust until puppy exhibits ideal body condition.
Ideal Body Condition: Can feel and see outline of ribs. Puppy has a waist when viewed from above. Belly is tucked up when viewed from the side. Maintain current feeding regimen.
Overfed Puppy: Puppy has no waist when viewed from above. Belly is rounded when viewed from the side. Decrease amount you are feeding. After two to three weeks, compare again. Adjust as necessary.

Benefits of Maintaining Ideal Body Condition

  • Promotes a leaner, longer, healthier life.
  • Reduces potential for developing weight-related health conditions.
  • Reduces a dog's percentage of body fat for better health.
  • Helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
  • Helps maintain healthy blood pressure and heart rate.

While Pro Plan targets the protein and fat to meet the needs of dogs in specific life stages or breed sizes, Pro Plan recognizes that every dog is different. And because dogs have different metabolic needs, Pro Plan recommends using feeding amounts as a guideline. It is critical to your dog's long-term health that you strive to keep your dog in ideal body condition and adjust food intake as necessary.

Pro Plan Feeding Instructions for Puppies
Puppies start to nibble solid foods at three to four weeks of age. Keep moistened Pro Plan Lamb & Rice Formula for Puppies available at all times. Allow your puppy to eat at will until fully weaned (six to eight weeks). After weaning, Pro Plan Lamb & Rice Formula for Puppies can be fed moistened or dry. For best results, develop a regular feeding schedule such as three small meals a day for younger puppies. You can gradually reduce to one feeding in the morning and one in the evening as your puppy ages. The routine should not vary. As puppies near adulthood, their calorie needs may drop, and your puppy may begin leaving some food in the bowl. Don't misinterpret this as an indication of dislike for the food. Instead, begin offering less so your puppy doesn't overeat and stays in ideal body condition.

Research at the Purina Pet Care Center indicates that avoiding overfeeding of puppies may help their development. Maintaining ideal body condition is key to encouraging proper growth in all puppies, especially large breeds. The indicated amounts are only a guideline. If your puppy becomes overweight, a reduction of his daily food may be appropriate. You may wish to consult your veterinarian about a weight control program.

Making the Switch to Pro Plan
Although you'll be anxious to see the difference Pro Plan can make in your dog, please allow seven to ten days to ease the transition from his current food. This will help prevent stomach upsets. Each day, simply feed a little less of the previous food and a little more of Pro Plan until you're feeding Pro Plan exclusively.

Feeding for Reproduction
Pro Plan Original Chicken & Rice Formula for Puppies provides the extra nutrition needed by reproducing females in stages of gestation and lactation. Food consumption may vary during gestation so feed the amount needed to maintain the pregnant female's ideal body condition. Food intake may double or even quadruple during lactation.

Provide adequate fresh water in a clean container for your dog daily.

Store in a cool, dry place.

Animal feeding tests using Association of Animal Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) procedures substantiate that Pro Plan Original Chicken & Rice Formula for Puppies provides complete and balanced nutrition for the growth of puppies and maintenance of adult dogs.

Made in USA.



Pro Plan Chicken & Rice Puppy Food
37.5 lbs.
SKU: 259330

Purina's Life Plan
The Pro Plan line of dog foods is specially formulated with these elements to provide nutrition to help your dog achieve ideal body condition for a leaner, longer, and healthier life.

Breed-Size Specific Pro Plan Puppy Formulas with a Special Blend of Fatty Acids

  • Puppy Formulas contain a special blend of fatty acids shown to help reduce the percentage of body fat deposited during growth.
  • Pro Plan believes when your puppy starts out with less body fat, it's easier for you to help keep him that way through life.

Optimal Protein:Fat Ratio

  • Purina's protein to fat ratios are scientifically calculated based on the calories from protein needed for a dog's life stage and breed size.
  • Each Pro Plan product is formulated to help dogs build and maintain lean muscle mass, without excess body fat.

Feed to Ideal Body Condition

  • Feeding to ideal body condition provides real, long-term health benefits.
  • Use the information below to regularly monitor your dog's body condition and modify your feeding amounts in order to realize these health benefits.

Underfed Puppy: Ribs are highly visible. Increase the amount you are feeding. After two to three weeks, compare again. Adjust until puppy exhibits ideal body condition.
Ideal Body Condition: Can feel and see outline of ribs. Puppy has a waist when viewed from above. Belly is tucked up when viewed from the side. Maintain current feeding regimen.
Overfed Puppy: Puppy has no waist when viewed from above. Belly is rounded when viewed from the side. Decrease amount you are feeding. After two to three weeks, compare again. Adjust as necessary.

Benefits of Maintaining Ideal Body Condition

  • Promotes a leaner, longer, healthier life.
  • Reduces potential for developing weight-related health conditions.
  • Reduces a dog's percentage of body fat for better health.
  • Helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
  • Helps maintain healthy blood pressure and heart rate.

While Pro Plan targets the protein and fat to meet the needs of dogs in specific life stages or breed sizes, Pro Plan recognizes that every dog is different. And because dogs have different metabolic needs, Pro Plan recommends using feeding amounts as a guideline. It is critical to your dog's long-term health that you strive to keep your dog in ideal body condition and adjust food intake as necessary.

Pro Plan Feeding Instructions for Puppies
Puppies start to nibble solid foods at three to four weeks of age. Keep moistened Pro Plan Lamb & Rice Formula for Puppies available at all times. Allow your puppy to eat at will until fully weaned (six to eight weeks). After weaning, Pro Plan Lamb & Rice Formula for Puppies can be fed moistened or dry. For best results, develop a regular feeding schedule such as three small meals a day for younger puppies. You can gradually reduce to one feeding in the morning and one in the evening as your puppy ages. The routine should not vary. As puppies near adulthood, their calorie needs may drop, and your puppy may begin leaving some food in the bowl. Don't misinterpret this as an indication of dislike for the food. Instead, begin offering less so your puppy doesn't overeat and stays in ideal body condition.

Research at the Purina Pet Care Center indicates that avoiding overfeeding of puppies may help their development. Maintaining ideal body condition is key to encouraging proper growth in all puppies, especially large breeds. The indicated amounts are only a guideline. If your puppy becomes overweight, a reduction of his daily food may be appropriate. You may wish to consult your veterinarian about a weight control program.

Making the Switch to Pro Plan
Although you'll be anxious to see the difference Pro Plan can make in your dog, please allow seven to ten days to ease the transition from his current food. This will help prevent stomach upsets. Each day, simply feed a little less of the previous food and a little more of Pro Plan until you're feeding Pro Plan exclusively.

Feeding for Reproduction
Pro Plan Original Chicken & Rice Formula for Puppies provides the extra nutrition needed by reproducing females in stages of gestation and lactation. Food consumption may vary during gestation so feed the amount needed to maintain the pregnant female's ideal body condition. Food intake may double or even quadruple during lactation.

Provide adequate fresh water in a clean container for your dog daily.

Store in a cool, dry place.

Animal feeding tests using Association of Animal Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) procedures substantiate that Pro Plan Original Chicken & Rice Formula for Puppies provides complete and balanced nutrition for the growth of puppies and maintenance of adult dogs.

Made in USA.



Pro Plan Puppy Lamb & Rice Dog Food
20 lbs.
SKU: 541273

Purina's Life Plan
The Pro Plan line of dog foods is specially formulated with these elements to provide nutrition to help your dog achieve ideal body condition for a leaner, longer, and healthier life.

Breed-Size Specific Pro Plan Puppy Formulas with a Special Blend of Fatty Acids

  • Puppy Formulas contain a special blend of fatty acids shown to help reduce the percentage of body fat deposited during growth.
  • Pro Plan believes when your puppy starts out with less body fat, it's easier for you to help keep him that way through life.

Optimal Protein:Fat Ratio

  • Purina's protein to fat ratios are scientifically calculated based on the calories from protein needed for a dog's life stage and breed size.
  • Each Pro Plan product is formulated to help dogs build and maintain lean muscle mass, without excess body fat.

Feed to Ideal Body Condition

  • Feeding to ideal body condition provides real, long-term health benefits.
  • Use the information below to regularly monitor your dog's body condition and modify your feeding amounts in order to realize these health benefits.

Underfed Puppy: Ribs are highly visible. Increase the amount you are feeding. After two to three weeks, compare again. Adjust until puppy exhibits ideal body condition.
Ideal Body Condition: Can feel and see outline of ribs. Puppy has a waist when viewed from above. Belly is tucked up when viewed from the side. Maintain current feeding regimen.
Overfed Puppy: Puppy has no waist when viewed from above. Belly is rounded when viewed from the side. Decrease amount you are feeding. After two to three weeks, compare again. Adjust as necessary.

Benefits of Maintaining Ideal Body Condition

  • Promotes a leaner, longer, healthier life.
  • Reduces potential for developing weight-related health conditions.
  • Reduces a dog's percentage of body fat for better health.
  • Helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
  • Helps maintain healthy blood pressure and heart rate.

While Pro Plan targets the protein and fat to meet the needs of dogs in specific life stages or breed sizes, Pro Plan recognizes that every dog is different. And because dogs have different metabolic needs, Pro Plan recommends using feeding amounts as a guideline. It is critical to your dog's long-term health that you strive to keep your dog in ideal body condition and adjust food intake as necessary.

Pro Plan Feeding Instructions for Puppies
Puppies start to nibble solid foods at three to four weeks of age. Keep moistened Pro Plan Lamb & Rice Formula for Puppies available at all times. Allow your puppy to eat at will until fully weaned (six to eight weeks). After weaning, Pro Plan Lamb & Rice Formula for Puppies can be fed moistened or dry. For best results, develop a regular feeding schedule such as three small meals a day for younger puppies. You can gradually reduce to one feeding in the morning and one in the evening as your puppy ages. The routine should not vary. As puppies near adulthood, their calorie needs may drop, and your puppy may begin leaving some food in the bowl. Don't misinterpret this as an indication of dislike for the food. Instead, begin offering less so your puppy doesn't overeat and stays in ideal body condition.

Research at the Purina Pet Care Center indicates that avoiding overfeeding of puppies may help their development. Maintaining ideal body condition is key to encouraging proper growth in all puppies, especially large breeds. The indicated amounts are only a guideline. If your puppy becomes overweight, a reduction of his daily food may be appropriate. You may wish to consult your veterinarian about a weight control program.

Making the Switch to Pro Plan
Although you'll be anxious to see the difference Pro Plan can make in your dog, please allow seven to ten days to ease the transition from his current food. This will help prevent stomach upsets. Each day, simply feed a little less of the previous food and a little more of Pro Plan until you're feeding Pro Plan exclusively.

Feeding for Reproduction
Pro Plan Lamb & Rice Formula for Puppies provides the extra nutrition needed by reproducing females in stages of gestation and lactation. Food consumption may vary during gestation so feed the amount needed to maintain the pregnant female's ideal body condition. Food intake may double or even quadruple during lactation.

Provide adequate fresh water in a clean container for your dog daily.

Store in a cool, dry place.

Animal feeding tests using Association of Animal Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) procedures substantiate that Pro Plan Lamb & Rice Formula for Puppies provides complete and balanced nutrition for the growth of puppies and maintenance of adult dogs.

Made in USA.



Pro Plan Puppy Lamb & Rice Dog Food
37.5 lbs.
SKU: 541850

Purina's Life Plan
The Pro Plan line of dog foods is specially formulated with these elements to provide nutrition to help your dog achieve ideal body condition for a leaner, longer, and healthier life.

Breed-Size Specific Pro Plan Puppy Formulas with a Special Blend of Fatty Acids

  • Puppy Formulas contain a special blend of fatty acids shown to help reduce the percentage of body fat deposited during growth.
  • Pro Plan believes when your puppy starts out with less body fat, it's easier for you to help keep him that way through life.

Optimal Protein:Fat Ratio

  • Purina's protein to fat ratios are scientifically calculated based on the calories from protein needed for a dog's life stage and breed size.
  • Each Pro Plan product is formulated to help dogs build and maintain lean muscle mass, without excess body fat.

Feed to Ideal Body Condition

  • Feeding to ideal body condition provides real, long-term health benefits.
  • Use the information below to regularly monitor your dog's body condition and modify your feeding amounts in order to realize these health benefits.

Underfed Puppy: Ribs are highly visible. Increase the amount you are feeding. After two to three weeks, compare again. Adjust until puppy exhibits ideal body condition.
Ideal Body Condition: Can feel and see outline of ribs. Puppy has a waist when viewed from above. Belly is tucked up when viewed from the side. Maintain current feeding regimen.
Overfed Puppy: Puppy has no waist when viewed from above. Belly is rounded when viewed from the side. Decrease amount you are feeding. After two to three weeks, compare again. Adjust as necessary.

Benefits of Maintaining Ideal Body Condition

  • Promotes a leaner, longer, healthier life.
  • Reduces potential for developing weight-related health conditions.
  • Reduces a dog's percentage of body fat for better health.
  • Helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
  • Helps maintain healthy blood pressure and heart rate.

While Pro Plan targets the protein and fat to meet the needs of dogs in specific life stages or breed sizes, Pro Plan recognizes that every dog is different. And because dogs have different metabolic needs, Pro Plan recommends using feeding amounts as a guideline. It is critical to your dog's long-term health that you strive to keep your dog in ideal body condition and adjust food intake as necessary.

Pro Plan Feeding Instructions for Puppies
Puppies start to nibble solid foods at three to four weeks of age. Keep moistened Pro Plan Lamb & Rice Formula for Puppies available at all times. Allow your puppy to eat at will until fully weaned (six to eight weeks). After weaning, Pro Plan Lamb & Rice Formula for Puppies can be fed moistened or dry. For best results, develop a regular feeding schedule such as three small meals a day for younger puppies. You can gradually reduce to one feeding in the morning and one in the evening as your puppy ages. The routine should not vary. As puppies near adulthood, their calorie needs may drop, and your puppy may begin leaving some food in the bowl. Don't misinterpret this as an indication of dislike for the food. Instead, begin offering less so your puppy doesn't overeat and stays in ideal body condition.

Research at the Purina Pet Care Center indicates that avoiding overfeeding of puppies may help their development. Maintaining ideal body condition is key to encouraging proper growth in all puppies, especially large breeds. The indicated amounts are only a guideline. If your puppy becomes overweight, a reduction of his daily food may be appropriate. You may wish to consult your veterinarian about a weight control program.

Making the Switch to Pro Plan
Although you'll be anxious to see the difference Pro Plan can make in your dog, please allow seven to ten days to ease the transition from his current food. This will help prevent stomach upsets. Each day, simply feed a little less of the previous food and a little more of Pro Plan until you're feeding Pro Plan exclusively.

Feeding for Reproduction
Pro Plan Lamb & Rice Formula for Puppies provides the extra nutrition needed by reproducing females in stages of gestation and lactation. Food consumption may vary during gestation so feed the amount needed to maintain the pregnant female's ideal body condition. Food intake may double or even quadruple during lactation.

Provide adequate fresh water in a clean container for your dog daily.

Store in a cool, dry place.

Animal feeding tests using Association of Animal Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) procedures substantiate that Pro Plan Lamb & Rice Formula for Puppies provides complete and balanced nutrition for the growth of puppies and maintenance of adult dogs.

Made in USA.

Manufacturer's Guarantee: Satisfaction Guarantee. If you are not completely satisfied with Pro Plan, the manufacturer will refund your purchase price. Simply explain why you are not satisfied, listing all the information in the "best if used by" date box on the bottom of the bag. Also, send your purchase receipt with the price circled, the weight circle from the bag, your name and address to:
Pro Plan Satisfaction Guarantee
Office of Consumer Affairs
PO Box 1606
St. Louis, MO 63188
Crude protein (min.) 28%, crude fat (min.) 18%, crude fiber (max.) 3%, moisture (max.) 12%, linoleic acid (min.) 1.6%, calcium (Ca) (min.) 1.1%, phosphorus (P) (min.) 0.8%, vitamin A (min.) 15,000 iu/kg.

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