Puppies of medium to large breeds who need a high protein, DHA-supported diet through the growth stage, and owners who want a large 34 lb bag to cut down on reorders.
Skip if
You have a toy or small breed puppy, since this bag and kibble size are sized more for medium breeds, or you need a grain free option.
Form Dry
Flavor Chicken & Rice
Benefits No Artificial Colors;No Artificial Flavors;Potato Free;High-Protein;With Vitamins;Bone Development;Bone Health;Brain Development;Dental;Digestive Health;Growth Support;Skin & Coat;Eye Health;Immune Support
Best for Bone Health, Brain Health, Dental Care, Immune Support, Muscle Care
Breed size Medium
Weight 34 Pounds
Our scorecard
4.7/5overall
Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 5,652 owner ratings
Popularity3.1/5
5,652 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
Purina Pro Plan's High Protein Puppy formula in Chicken and Rice is built around bone, brain, dental, muscle, and immune support, the kind of broad coverage a lot of owners look for in a single bag. It's labeled potato free and has no artificial colors or flavors, with added vitamins for growth support.
At 34 lb, this is a large format bag aimed at owners feeding more than one puppy or a bigger breed puppy that eats through kibble fast. The formula lists digestive health and skin and coat support alongside the core growth claims, so it's trying to cover a lot of bases in one product.
With 5,652 ratings at a 4.7 average and reportedly around 4,000 bought in the past month, this is a well established, high volume seller in the Purina Pro Plan puppy line, not a niche or new product.
Pros
High protein formula aimed specifically at puppy growth and development
Large 34 lb bag reduces how often you need to reorder
No artificial colors or flavors, and potato free
Backed by a large volume of reviews at a strong 4.7 average rating
Covers bone, brain, dental, and immune support in one formula
Cons
34 lb is a lot of kibble to store, which may not suit small households or toy breed puppies
No price was listed at the time of review, so you'll want to check current cost per pound
Specific guaranteed analysis numbers aren't listed, so exact protein and fat percentages need checking on the bag
Specifications
Form
Dry
Flavor
Chicken & Rice
Benefits
No Artificial Colors;No Artificial Flavors;Potato Free;High-Protein;With Vitamins;Bone Development;Bone Health;Brain Development;Dental;Digestive Health;Growth Support;Skin & Coat;Eye Health;Immune Support
Best for
Bone Health, Brain Health, Dental Care, Immune Support, Muscle Care
Breed size
Medium
Weight
34 Pounds
Performance notes
The Chicken and Rice formula is positioned for growth support with added vitamins, and the dry kibble form is straightforward to store and portion. The 34 lb bag size and 'All Breed Sizes' recommendation suggest it's formulated with medium to large breed puppies in mind, though the listing also notes a Medium dog breed size classification.
What buyers say
With 5,652 reviews averaging 4.7 stars and strong recent purchase volume, buyer sentiment looks consistently positive for this puppy formula, suggesting most owners are satisfied with how their puppies take to it.
This bag is sized and formulated more with medium to large breed puppies in mind. If you have a toy or small breed puppy, look for a Pro Plan toy breed puppy formula instead, since kibble size and calorie density often differ between the two lines.
Does this food contain artificial colors or flavors?
No. The listing specifies no artificial colors and no artificial flavors, and it's also labeled potato free, which some owners look for when comparing puppy formulas.
How should I introduce a new puppy food like this?
Any diet change is worth doing gradually over several days, mixing in increasing amounts of the new food with the old. If your puppy has ongoing digestive issues or you have questions about the right formula, it's best to check with your vet.
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