Pro Plan Veterinary Diets® essentialcare® Puppy Dry Formula for Large Breeds
Highlights
- DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid also found in mother’s milk, help support brain and vision development
- Glucosamine and omega-3 fatty acids help nourish healthy joints of growing puppies
- Contains antioxidants (Vitamins A and E) and colostrum (natural milk proteins) to help support a developing immune system
- Omega-6 fatty acids, including linoleic acid, help promote a healthy skin and coat
- #1 ingredient is turkey
- High protein nutrition helps in the development of strong muscles
- Highly digestible formula promotes optimal nutrient absorption
- Calcium and phosphorus help nourish healthy bones and teeth
Available Sizes
8 kg bag- 14 kg bag
Product Description
This blend is specifically formulated with ADVANCED NUTRITION that supports the unique nutritional needs of large breed puppies
Ingredients
D849722
For more information about how we source all of our ingredients, check out Every Ingredient Has a Purpose.
Guaranteed Analysis
| GUARANTEED ANALYSIS | |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein (min.) | 28.0% |
| Crude Fat (min.) | 13.0% |
| Crude Fiber (max.) | 6.0% |
| Moisture (max.) | 12.0% |
| Linoleic Acid (min.) | 1.6% |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)(min.) | 0.1% |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) (min.) | 0.1% |
| Calcium (Ca) (min.) | 1.1% |
| Phosphorous (P) (max.) | 0.9% |
| Selenium (Se) (min.) | 0.35mg/kg |
| Vitamin A (min.) | 15,000 IU/kg |
| Vitamin E (min.) | 250 IU/kg |
| Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)(min.) | 70 mg/kg |
| Glucosamine* (min.) | 350 ppm |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids* (min.) | 0.45% |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids* (min.) | 1.7% |
| *Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles. | |
Made in the USA. Nestlé Purina PetCare Canada, 2500 Royal Windsor Drive, Mississauga, ON L5J 1K8
1 Recommended daily feeding amounts, using a standard 250 ml/8 oz measuring cup which contains approximately 117 g of Purina Veterinary Diets® essentialcare® Puppy Formula Large Breed. Provide fresh water in a clean container daily.
2 Kilocalories of metabolizable energy (ME)
Recommended Daily Feeding Amounts
The following feeding program is recommended as a guideline only, with discretionary clinical adjustments for proper weight maintenance.
Store in a cool, dry place.
| FEEDING GUIDE1 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breed Size/ Weight at Maturity | 1-1/2 - 5 months | 6-11 months | 12-20 months | 21-24 months | After 2 years | |
| lbs | kg | cans | cans | cans | cans | cans |
| 50-75 | 22-35 | 1 3/4 - 5 2/3 | 4 2/3 - 6 2/3 | 3 2/3 - 5 1/2 | 3 1/3 - 5 | Feed as adult |
| 76-100 | 36-45 | 2 1/4 - 5 1/3 | 5 1/4 - 7 1/4 | 5 - 6 1/4 | 5 - 5 3/4 cans | Feed as adult |
| 101-130 | 46-60 | 2 1/3 - 7 1/4 | 5 - 9 1/4 | 5 1/2 - 7 1/2 | 5 2/3 - 7 | Feed as adult |
| 131-155 | 61-70 | 3 - 8 | 6 2/3 - 10 1/4 | 7 - 8 1/3 | 6 3/4 - 7 3/4 | Feed as adult |
*Using a standard 250 ml (8 oz) measuring cup which contains approximately 92 g of Purina® Pro Plan Veterinary Diets® essentialcare® Large Breed Puppy Formula per cup.
Calorie Content (Calculated)(ME)2
3595 kcal/kg
331 kcal/cup
