Purina - Pro Plan Development Shredded Blend Puppy Chicken & Rice Dry Dog Food
Description
TL;DR: Purina Pro Plan Development Shredded Blend Puppy Chicken & Rice is a dry puppy food featuring real chicken as the first ingredient, combining crunchy kibble with tender shredded pieces. It's formulated for puppies — including large breed puppies — during key growth stages to support muscle development, immune health, and digestion.
Puppies grow quickly, and their food needs to keep up. This recipe pairs balanced protein with essential vitamins and minerals to support steady development through the first year.
The shredded blend texture mixes crunchy kibble with softer shredded pieces, giving puppies variety in every bowl and encouraging them to engage with their food.
Key features
- Real chicken listed as the first ingredient
- Shredded blend texture combining crunchy kibble and tender shredded pieces
- Balanced nutrition to support muscle growth and development
- Essential vitamins and minerals to support immune health
- Formulated to support healthy digestion in puppies
- Suitable for puppies in key growth stages, including large breed puppies
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Purina Pro Plan |
| Life stage | Puppy |
| Breed size | Large breed |
| Protein source | Chicken |
| Food type | Dry dog food |
| Texture | Shredded blend (kibble + shredded pieces) |
| First ingredient | Real chicken |
Who is it for?
This formula is made for puppies during their key growth stages, from weaning through their first year. It's a strong fit for large breed puppies who need balanced nutrition to grow at a healthy pace.
If you're researching a new dog puppy for sale or have just brought one home, a consistent, complete puppy diet helps keep energy levels steady — useful for early training sessions, visits to the dog park near me, or appointments with dog groomers near me.
Feeding & use
Transition your puppy gradually over 7–10 days by mixing increasing amounts of the new food with their current diet. Follow the feeding guide printed on the bag based on your puppy's age and expected adult weight, and always provide fresh water.
Store the bag sealed in a cool, dry place to preserve flavour and freshness between meals.
What about as your puppy grows?
When your puppy is ready to graduate to an adult recipe, take a look at the Purina - Pro Plan Complete Essentials Shredded Blend Chicken & Rice Dry Dog Food for a similar texture in an adult formula. Owners of larger breeds can also consider the Purina - Pro Plan Specialized Shredded Blend Large Breed Chicken & Rice Dry Dog Food. For another option from the same puppy line, see the Purina - Pro Plan Puppy Under One Year Development Chicken & Rice Dry Dog Food.
Bringing home a new dog puppy for sale in the GTA? Our team at Ashario Pets can help match the right formula to your puppy's breed and stage.
Available for same-day pickup at our North York, Toronto storefront, or ships Canada-wide.
Purina - Pro Plan Development Shredded Blend Puppy Chicken & Rice Dry Dog Food
Frequently asked questions
Everything pet parents usually ask about this product.
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What life stage is this formula for?
Pro Plan Development Shredded Blend is formulated for puppies, including large breed puppies during their growth stage.
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What is the main protein source?
Chicken is the primary protein source, paired with rice as a digestible carbohydrate. The shredded blend combines hard kibble with tender shredded pieces for texture variety.
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Is this suitable for large breed puppies?
Yes. This formula is appropriate for large breed puppies, supporting balanced growth during the puppy life stage.
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Does it contain grains?
Yes. Rice is included as a carbohydrate source, so this formula is not grain-free.
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Can I pick it up in Toronto?
Yes. Same-day pickup is available at our North York storefront, and we ship Canada-wide.