




Veterinary Diets® essentialcare® Adult Formula for Small Dogs, Dry Dog Food
Product Description
Purina Veterinary Diets® essentialcare® Adult Formula for Small Dogs is a specialized dry dog food crafted specifically for the nutritional needs of small adult dogs. This veterinary-exclusive diet combines advanced nutrition with carefully selected ingredients to support your small dog's overall health and wellbeing.
This scientifically formulated blend delivers comprehensive nutrition tailored to meet the unique dietary requirements of small adult dogs. The advanced nutritional profile includes a precise balance of essential nutrients that help maintain optimal body condition and support healthy organ function. Each kibble is specifically sized for small dogs, making it easy to chew and digest. The formula is developed by veterinary nutritionists to provide complete and balanced nutrition, helping your small companion maintain their health through their adult years. Regular feeding of this diet helps support a healthy immune system, maintain lean muscle mass, and promote optimal energy levels for your small dog's active lifestyle.
Key Benefits
- Made with chicken as the first ingredient, combined with other protein sources to help maintain muscle mass
- Contains glucosamine and omega-3 fatty acids to support joint health
- Features omega-6 fatty acids, including linoleic acid, to help maintain skin and coat condition
Ingredients
Chicken, Barley, Corn Protein Meal, Rice, Animal Fat Preserved with Mixed-Tocopherols, Corn Germ Meal, Soybean Meal, Poultry By-Product Meal, Dried Beet Pulp, Dried Egg Product, Fish Meal, Glycerin, Natural Flavor, Fish Oil, Salt, Phosphoric Acid, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Mono and Dicalcium Phosphate, Dried Chicory Root, Vitamins [Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Biotin (Vitamin B-7)], Choline Chloride, Minerals [Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite], Dried Colostrum, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Vitamin C), Taurine, Soybean Oil, DL-Methionine, L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Garlic Oil. D569922
Feeding Guide
ADULT DOG FEEDING INSTRUCTIONS
Factors, such as a dog’s metabolism, breed size, activity level, age and whether the dog is spayed or neutered, will affect the amount of Purina® Pro Plan Veterinary Diets® essentialcare® Adult Formula For Small Dogs needed to maintain an ideal body condition. The pet experts at Purina have provided the feeding amounts indicated as a starting point. If you nd that your dog is losing weight or becomes overweight when fed these amounts, please adjust accordingly. To help your dog maintain an ideal body condition, monitor your dog’s weight on a regular basis, making sure that his ribs are easily felt and his waist is visible when viewed from above. Maintaining an ideal body condition can impact your dog’s lifelong health.
MAKING THE SWITCH TO PURINA® PRO PLAN VETERINARY DIETS® essentialcare® ADULT FORMULA FOR SMALL DOGS Although you’ll be anxious to see the difference Purina® Pro Plan Veterinary Diets® essentialcare® Adult Formula For Small Dogs can make in your dog, please allow 7 to 10 days to ease the transition from his current food. Each day, simply feed a little less of the previous food and a little more Purina® Pro Plan Veterinary Diets® essentialcare® Adult Formula For Small Dogs until you’re feeding Purina® Pro Plan Veterinary Diets® essentialcare® Adult Formula For Small Dogs exclusively.
This gradual transition will help avoid dietary upsets. FRESH WATER, PROPER DIET & VETERINARY CARE Be sure to provide fresh water in a clean container for your dog daily. Proper diet, exercise and veterinary care are the best ways to keep your dog healthy. If your dog hasn’t had a check-up in the past year, please make an appointment today.