4.7(4,244)Amazon rating$20.6810,000+ bought last month
Our verdict
Purina Pro Plan Sensitive Skin and Stomach Small Breed Salmon and Rice is a targeted formula for dogs with digestive or skin sensitivities, and a 4.7 star rating across 4,244 reviews makes it one of the more proven options in this niche.
Priced 44% below the category median ($37.22 across 146 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.7/5overall
Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 4,244 owner ratings
Popularity2.8/5
4,244 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 salmon and rice for adult small breed dogs, with salmon and salmon meal both listed among the special ingredients. It's specifically marketed for sensitive skin and sensitive stomach concerns, alongside a long list of secondary benefit claims including digestive health, joint support, immune support, and dental care.", "The recipe is corn free, wheat free, and soy free, with prebiotics and probiotics included to support digestion, and Purina lists it as allergen-free on the label. The crunchy kibble texture is standard for the Pro Plan line, and the formula is designed specifically around a small breed's caloric and kibble-size needs rather than being a scaled-down version of a large breed food.", "At $20.68 for a 4 lb bag, this sits at a premium price point per pound, consistent with Pro Plan's positioning as a step above mainstream supermarket brands. With 4,244 reviews at a 4.7 star average and about 10,000 units bought in the past month, it's one of the higher-volume sellers in this category."]
Pros
Salmon and rice formula targeted at sensitive skin and stomach issues
Corn free, wheat free, and soy free recipe
Includes prebiotics and probiotics for digestive support
Purpose-built for small breed adult dogs
Strong 4.7 star rating across 4,244 reviews
Cons
Not appropriate for large or giant breed dogs
Premium price point per pound compared to standard adult formulas
Salmon base won't suit dogs needing to avoid fish proteins
Specifications
Form
Kibble, Crunchy
Flavor
Salmon & Rice
Benefits
Supports Sensitive Skin And Stomach Health With High Protein Salmon Formula
The small breed specific kibble size and calorie density are meant to match a smaller dog's chewing ability and metabolism more closely than a one-size-fits-all formula. The combination of salmon protein, prebiotics, and probiotics is aimed squarely at dogs with sensitive digestion or skin issues rather than being a general maintenance recipe.
What buyers say
With 4,244 reviews at a 4.7 star average and roughly 10,000 bought in the past month, this is a high-volume, well-established formula within the Pro Plan sensitive skin and stomach line.
No, this recipe and bag size are specifically formulated for small breed adult dogs, so a large breed dog would need a different Pro Plan formula sized for their needs.
What is this food meant to help with?
It's formulated for dogs with sensitive skin and sensitive stomach issues, using a salmon and rice base along with prebiotics and probiotics for digestive support.
Does this food contain corn or wheat?
No, Purina lists this formula as corn free, wheat free, and soy free.
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