Suitable for toy breed dogs Adult weight 1-4kg. e.g. Chihuahua, Pomeranian, Yorkshire Terrier
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Suitable for small breed dogs Adult weight 4-10kg. e.g. Beagle, Dachshund, Jack Russell
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Suitable for medium breed dogs Adult weight 10-25kg. e.g. Border Collie, Staffie, Springer, Vizsla
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Suitable for large breed dogs Adult weight 25-45kg. e.g. Boxer, Labrador, Greyhound
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Suitable for giant breed dogs Adult weight 45kg+ e.g. Bernese, Great Dane, Mastiff
Dog ages
From 12 months to 7 years
Pack sizes
14kg bags
RRP
14kg bags = £54.25
Notes
While the majority of Pro Plan products are made in the UK, occasionally some may come from sister factories in France or Russia
Nutritional rating
36%
At a glance
Not natural: Contains some added artificial preservatives, antioxidants, colourings, flavourings and/or other controversial synthetic ingredientsNot high in meat: Contains less than 30% meat (on a dry matter basis) or meat percentage is unspecifiedNot hypoallergenic: Contains one or more common allergy causing ingredients or has an ingredient list that is too unclear to rule out their presenceNot clearly labelled: It is difficult to tell exactly what is in this food due to a lack of labelling clarityCertified nutritionally complete: This food complies fully with the complete food nutrient tolerances as recommended by FEDIAF and/or AAFCO
" Our dry dog food for adult contains OPTIPOWER®, a specially formulated blend of nutrients designed for your dog’s increased endurance and to aid rapid recovery.
OPTIPOWER®, which is a key part of this active dog food, is a combination of important nutrients that increase endurance and support rapid muscle recovery and joint health. This is thanks to the high protein and fat levels in the dog food.
OPTIPOWER® contains important nutrients for active or working dogs to help maintain their optimum condition. Key ingredients help to increase endurance, support rapid muscle recovery and promote good joint health. Our high protein dog food also contains fat and omega 3 fatty acids.
OPTIPOWER® helps to promote long lasting performance and rapid muscle recovery of adult dog thanks to +30% of protein* and +20% of fats* and contains also omega 3 which helps support natural anti-inflammatory processes.
* Compared to OPTIBALANCE®
As well as supporting particularly active dogs, PURINA® PRO PLAN DOG® with OPTIPOWER is suitable for all sizes of adult dog, as well as gestating or lactating females.
To help keep your active dog in good condition and full of energy, feed him a complete dry dog food that can cater for his needs. "
Comments
We recommend
Suitable for all breeds of dogs
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Natural
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High meat content
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Not high in meat
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Hypoallergenic
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Grain free
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Certified nutritionally complete
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The price per day of feeding this food based on feeding the manufacturer's recommended daily amount from 14kg bags bought at their rrp to a dog of:
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36 out of 100 - Poor
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