Purina Pro Plan Natural Lamb & Rice Formula Puppy

Lamb & Rice Formula

• Real Australian & New Zealand Lamb Raised Without Hormones is the #1 ingredient
• OptiStart®, with easy-to-digest, natural milk proteins to help support a puppy’s developing immune system

Brain & Vision Development
DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid

Healthy Heart
High-quality protein along with essential vitamins and minerals

Strong Immune System
Complete nutrition with high levels of antioxidants, natural milk proteins and additional quality protein including real lamb

Healthy Digestive System
Highly digestible formula with wholesome rice and easy-to-digest natural milk proteins

Radiant Skin & Coat
Vitamin A and high-quality protein combined with linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid

Strong Teeth & Bones
Calcium, phosphorus and other minerals; hard kibble texture helps reduce plaque build-up on teeth

Optimal Weight
An optimal protein to fat ratio to help maintain ideal body condition

Exceptional Flavor
High-quality ingredients, beginning with real lamb as the #1 ingredient

WEIGHT AT MATURITY
3 to 12 lbs. 1.3 to 5.5 kg	13 to 20 lbs. 5.5 to 9.0 kg	21 to 50 lbs. 9.0 to 22.5 kg	51 to 75 lbs. 23.2 to 34.1 kg	76 to 100 lbs. 34.1 to 45 kg	Over 100 lbs. Over 45 kg
1-1/2 to 3 months 1/2 - 2/3 cups 56 - 75 g	1-1/2 to 3 months 2/3 - 1 cups 75 - 112 g	1-1/2 to 3 months 1/2 - 1 cups 56 - 112 g	1-1/2 to 3 months 1/2 - 1-2/3 cups 56 - 187 g	1-1/2 to 3 months 2/3 - 2-2/3 cups 75 - 299 g	1-1/2 to 3 months 2-2/3 cups (299 g) plus 1/4 cup (28 g) for each 10 lbs. (4.5 kg) body weight over 100 lbs. (45 kg)
4 to 5 months 1/2 - 1 cups 56 - 112 g	4 to 5 months 1 - 1-1/4 cups 112 - 140 g	4 to 5 months 1-1/2 - 2 cups 168 - 224 g	4 to 5 months 1-1/2 - 2 3/4 cups 168 - 308 g	4 to 5 months 2-1/4 - 4 cups 252 - 448 g	4 to 5 months 4 cups (448 g) plus 1/3 cup (37 g) for each 10 lbs. (4.5 kg) body weight over 100 lbs. (45 kg)
6 to 8 months 1/2 - 1 cups 56 - 112 g	6 to 8 months 3/4 - 1 cups 84 - 112 g	6 to 8 months 1 - 1-2/3 cups 112 - 187 g	6 to 8 months 1-1/3 - 2-2/3 cups 149 - 299 g	6 to 8 months 3 - 4-1/2 cups 336 - 504 g	6 to 8 months 4-1/2 cups (504 g) plus 1/3 cup (37 g) for each 10 lbs. (4.5 kg) body weight over 100 lbs. (45 kg)
9 to 11 months Feed as Adult	9 to 11 months 1 cup 112 g	9 to 11 months 1-2/3 - 2 cups 187 - 224 g	9 to 11 months 2-1/3 - 3-1/4 cups 261 - 364 g	9 to 11 months 6-1/3 - 7 3/4 cups 709 - 868 g	9 to 11 months 7-3/4 cups (868 g) plus 1/3 cup (37 g) for each 10 lbs. (4.5 kg) body weight over 100 lbs. (45 kg)
1 to 2 years Feed as Adult	1 to 2 years 1 - 1-1/4 cups 112 - 140 g	1 to 2 years 2 - 2-2/3 cups 224 - 299 g	1 to 2 years 2-1/2 - 4-1/4 cups 280 - 476 g	1 to 2 years 5 1/4 - 7-1/2 cups 588 - 840 g	1 to 2 years 7-1/2 (840 g) plus 1/3 cup (37 g) for each 10 lbs. (4.5 kg) body weight over 100 lbs. (45 kg)

*Using a standard 8 oz/250 ml measuring cup which contains approximately 112 g of Pro Plan.

Puppies start to nibble solid foods at 3 - 4 weeks of age. Keep moistened Pro Plan available at all times. Allow your puppy to eat at will until fully weaned (6 - 8 weeks). After weaning, Pro Plan 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 Technology 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 your puppy’s daily food intake may be appropriate. You may wish to consult your veterinarian about a weight control program.

FEEDING FOR REPRODUCTION

Pro Plan 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.

WHEN YOU BEGIN FEEDING PRO PLAN

When switching your dog to Pro Plan from another puppy food, please allow 7 - 10 days for the transition. Each day, simply feed a little less of the previous food and a little more Pro Plan until you're feeding Pro Plan exclusively. This gradual transition will help avoid dietary upsets.

Provide adequate fresh water in a clean container dog daily.

For your pet's health, see your veterinarian regularly.

Crude Protein (Min)	28.0 %
Crude Fat (Min)	18.0 %
Crude Fiber (Max)	3.0 %
Moisture (Max)	12.0 %
Linoleic Acid (Min)	1.6 %
Calcium (Ca) (Min)	1.1 %
Phosphorus (P) (Min)	0.8 %
Vitamin A (Min)	15,000 IU/kg
Vitamin E (Min)	100 IU/kg
Docosahexaenoic Acid* (DHA)(Min)	0.05 %
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles. Lamb, brewers rice, poultry by-product meal, corn gluten meal, whole grain corn, animal fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols (form of Vitamin E), corn germ meal, oat meal, dried egg product, fish meal, dried beet pulp, natural flavor, fish oil, salt, potassium chloride, calcium phosphate, choline chloride, dried colostrum, calcium carbonate, Vitamin E supplement, zinc sulfate, ferrous sulfate, manganese sulfate, niacin, Vitamin A supplement, calcium pantothenate, thiamine mononitrate, copper sulfate, garlic oil, riboflavin supplement, Vitamin B-12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, Vitamin D-3 supplement, calcium iodate, biotin, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (source of Vitamin K activity), sodium selenite. K-4472 Manufactured and guaranteed by: Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, St. Louis, MO 63164 USA Animal feeding tests using Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) procedures substantiate that Pro Plan Puppy Lamb & Rice Formula provides complete and balanced nutrition for all life stages of dogs.