4.7(9,700)Amazon rating$74.987,000+ bought last month
Our verdict
Purina Pro Plan Large Breed Puppy in Chicken and Rice is a high protein formula built specifically for growing large breed puppies, and it has become one of the best selling puppy foods on Amazon with 9,700 ratings at 4.7 stars.
Owners of large breed puppies who want a high protein, chicken and rice formula marketed for growth support, along with dental, bone, and immune benefits, in a large 34 lb bag.
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You have a small or toy breed puppy, need a potato-containing or grain-free formula, or would rather buy a smaller bag before committing to 34 lb.
Form Dry
Flavor Chicken & Rice
Benefits No Artificial Colors;No Artificial Flavors;Potato Free;High-Protein;With Vitamins;High Calorie;Brain Development;Skin & Coat;Eye Health;Growth Support;Immune Support;Dental;Bone Health;Heart Health
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Breed size Large
Weight 34 Pounds
Priced 101% above the category median ($37.22 across 146 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.7/5overall
Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 9,700 owner ratings
Popularity4.2/5
9,700 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog food and health supplements we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
This Purina Pro Plan formula is built around chicken and rice and is labeled specifically for large breed puppies, with product claims covering brain development, skin and coat, eye health, growth support, immune support, dental, bone health, and heart health. It is also marketed as high protein, potato free, and free of artificial colors and flavors, which fits the profile buyers typically look for in a large breed growth formula.
The 34 lb bag is a serious commitment in both size and price at just under $75, but for a large breed puppy that will eat substantial portions as it grows, buying in bulk keeps the cost per pound down compared to smaller bags. It is worth noting this is a puppy specific formula, not an all life stages food, so it is meant to be switched out once your dog reaches adulthood.
With 9,700 ratings and an average of 4.7 stars, plus roughly 7,000 units bought in the past month, this is one of the more heavily purchased large breed puppy foods on the platform, which suggests broad, consistent satisfaction among large breed puppy owners.
Pros
Chicken and rice recipe formulated specifically for large breed puppies
High protein claim paired with growth, bone, and dental support benefits
Free of artificial colors, artificial flavors, and potato
34 lb bag offers a lower cost per pound for a fast growing large breed puppy
Very high review volume with a strong 4.7 star average
Cons
Large 34 lb bag size is not practical if you are not sure your puppy will do well on it
Priced higher upfront than smaller trial-size bags
Formulated for puppies only, so you will need to transition to an adult formula later
Specifications
Form
Dry
Flavor
Chicken & Rice
Benefits
No Artificial Colors;No Artificial Flavors;Potato Free;High-Protein;With Vitamins;High Calorie;Brain Development;Skin & Coat;Eye Health;Growth Support;Immune Support;Dental;Bone Health;Heart Health
This is a puppy specific, large breed formula built on chicken and rice, marketed with growth support, brain development, eye health, dental, bone health, and immune support claims, along with a high protein nutrient content claim. It is labeled potato free and free of artificial colors and flavors. The 34 lb bag size lines up with the higher-volume feeding needs of a growing large breed puppy.
What buyers say
A 4.7 star average across 9,700 ratings, with about 7,000 units bought in the past month, points to a widely trusted, heavily repurchased large breed puppy food rather than a niche or inconsistent seller.
Is this food only for puppies, or can adult large breed dogs eat it too?
This formula is labeled specifically for large breed puppies, so it is built around their growth needs. Once your dog reaches adulthood, plan to transition to an adult large breed formula rather than continuing on the puppy version.
Does this recipe contain grains?
Yes, it is a chicken and rice formula, not a grain-free food. It is labeled potato free rather than grain-free, so it is a good fit for puppies that tolerate grains without issue.
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