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I am sorry if my answer was not clear. The Purina ProPlan Focus Puppy Chicken and Rice is a regular puppy formula. It is not specific to small or large breed dogs and this would be most appropriate for her given your veterinarian's recommendation. You are correct in that large and small breed formulas exist, but this is neither. I hope this information helps!
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Congrats on your new puppy! Any of the Purina Pro-plan foods are good and they meet WSAVA guidelines for good nutrition. Just make sure to change your puppy slowly to the new food by adding a little bit more of it each day and a little less of the old food.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Any food that says "puppy" should be just fine. You can continue to feed wet, or you can use dry. If she prefers moist food, you could even add a little water to the dry food. All puppies that aren't large breeds can use the normal puppy food. Large breeds need different mineral percentages for their extra large bones. I have fed all of my dogs Purina ProPlan since they were puppies. Here is a link: https://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=31180&cmpid=sc
Updated on August 12th, 2025
If the puppy is willing to eat the diet and is thriving (growing and gaining weight, no vomiting or diarrhea) then this food is agreeing with him and as it is a balanced puppy food then it is ok to feed this. IF there is any reduced weight gain, loose stools, poor coat quality or he is unwilling to eat enugh of the food then changing it may be worthwhile. Not every brand will suit every dog, it is important to feed a diet which is complete and balanced for growth and to continue to monitor the pups progress as he grows and develops
Updated on August 12th, 2025
Thanks for using Boop by Petco! You have probably noticed the very large variety of diets available in the market. I personally prefer the Purina Pro Plan and Hill's diets as they are palatable and also good in terms of ingredients. Both of these companies have their own puppy diets. There is currently no strong scientific evidence that grains are harmful and should be avoided so I do not really pay attention to that. Good luck!
Updated on August 12th, 2025