Product Description
Delight your dog with a perfect balance of outstanding nutrition and exceptional taste with Purina Pro Plan Complete Essentials Shredded Blend Beef and Rice Formula adult dry dog food. With real beef as the first ingredient, this high protein dog food delivers the concentrated nutrition your dog needs for everyday excellence. A high protein level helps support strong muscles, including a healthy heart, while Vitamin A and linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid, promote healthy skin and a shiny coat. Each serving is fortified with guaranteed live probiotics to support digestive and immune health, and natural prebiotic fiber nourishes beneficial bacteria in the gut. The signature Shredded Blend texture — combining crunchy kibble with tender shredded pieces — creates a satisfying mealtime experience that dogs love. Providing 100% complete and balanced nutrition for adult dogs, this formula is manufactured in Purina-owned U.S. facilities and backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Formerly known as Purina Pro Plan Savor Shredded Blend Adult Beef & Rice Formula.
Key Features
- Real beef is the first ingredient — premium quality protein for strong muscles and a healthy heart
- Dual-texture Shredded Blend combines crunchy kibble with tender shredded pieces for a taste and texture dogs love
- Fortified with guaranteed live probiotics (Bacillus coagulans) to help maintain gut microbiome resilience
- Natural prebiotic fiber from wheat bran nourishes beneficial bacteria in the digestive tract
- Vitamin A and linoleic acid (omega-6 fatty acid) promote healthy skin and a shiny coat
- 26% protein and 16% fat — concentrated nutrition for everyday excellence
- No artificial colors or flavors | 100% complete and balanced nutrition for adult dogs
- Manufactured in Purina-owned U.S. facilities and backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee
Ingredients
Beef, rice, whole grain wheat, poultry by-product meal, whole grain corn, soybean meal, beef fat preserved with mixed-tocopherols, corn protein meal, fish meal, natural flavor, dried beet pulp, dried egg product, glycerin, mono and dicalcium phosphate, wheat bran, soybean oil, salt, calcium carbonate, potassium chloride, MINERALS [zinc proteinate, manganese proteinate, ferrous sulfate, copper proteinate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite], 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), Vitamin D-3 supplement, menadione sodium bisulfite complex (Vitamin K), biotin (Vitamin B-7)], choline chloride, dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (Vitamin C), L-Lysine monohydrochloride, garlic oil.
Guaranteed Analysis
| Nutrient | Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Crude Protein | Min | 26.0% |
| Crude Fat | Min | 16.0% |
| Crude Fiber | Max | 3.0% |
| Moisture | Max | 12.0% |
| Linoleic Acid | Min | 1.4% |
| Calcium (Ca) | Min | 1.0% |
| Phosphorus (P) | Min | 0.8% |
| Selenium (Se) | Min | 0.35 mg/kg |
| Vitamin A | Min | 15,000 IU/kg |
| Vitamin E | Min | 460 IU/kg |
| Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)* | Min | 70 mg/kg |
| Glucosamine* | Min | 400 ppm |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids* | Min | 1.5% |
| Bacillus coagulans* | Min | 600 million CFU/lb |
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Calorie Content
Approximately 370 kcal/cup (metabolizable energy, fed)
Recommended Daily Feeding Amounts
| Weight (lbs) | Weight (kg) | Daily Amount (cups) |
|---|---|---|
| 3–12 | 1.4–5.4 | ⅓ to 1 |
| 13–20 | 5.9–9.1 | 1¼ to 1½ |
| 21–35 | 9.5–15.9 | 1½ to 2¼ |
| 36–50 | 16.3–22.7 | 2¼ to 2⅔ |
| 51–75 | 23.1–34.0 | 2¾ to 3½ |
| 76–100 | 34.5–45.4 | 3⅔ to 4½ |
| Over 100 | Over 45.4 | 4½ cups + ¼ cup per 10 lbs over 100 |
Using a standard 8 oz / 250 ml measuring cup which contains approximately 99 g of Pro Plan. Feed once daily as a starting point; adjust for age, activity level, and environment. Keep fresh water available at all times.
Transitioning to Pro Plan
Allow 7–10 days to transition your dog to Pro Plan. Each day, feed a little less of the previous food and a little more Pro Plan until you are feeding Pro Plan exclusively. This gradual transition helps avoid dietary upsets.
About Pro Plan
Purina Pro Plan is trusted by veterinarians, recommended by breeders, and fed to champion canine athletes around the world. Every formula is developed by Purina's team of 500+ scientists, veterinarians, and pet care experts — and manufactured in Purina-owned U.S. facilities. Pro Plan Complete Essentials formulas are backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee.