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Purina Pro Plan PRO PLAN® Small and Mini Adult 9+ Senior Age Defence Chicken Dry Dog Food

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UK dog pet food. Manufacturer catalogue entry. See the declared composition, nutritional analysis and feeding guidance below.

BrandPurina Pro Plan

SpeciesDog

Product categorynot established

Nutrition typenot established

FormatDry

ProcessingNot established in the reviewed record

Declared life stageSenior

Record typeunverified

Review statusSource data captured; Label verification pending; Evidence applicability requires the stated ingredient and study review scope

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Recorded declarations and sources

Purina Pro Plan PRO PLAN® Small and Mini Adult 9+ Senior Age Defence Chicken Dry Dog Food – PRO PLAN® Small and Mini Adult 9+ Senior Age Defence Chicken Dry Dog Food – UK formulation

MarketUK

Declaration coveragepartial

Verification statusunverified

Ingredients as declaredHigh quality chicken (including back and chest) (15%)
Dried poultry protein
Wheat
Rice (12%)
Corn
Corn protein meal
Vegetable oil fractions (5.5%)
Dried beet pulp
Wheat gluten
Soya meal
Minerals
Animal fats
Fish oil
Digest
Yeast

Additives as declaredNutritional additives; IU/kg:; Vit A: 38000; Vit D3: 1200; Vit E: 650; mg/kg:; Vit C: 165; Iron (II) sulphate monohydrate: (Fe: 140); Calcium iodate anhydrous: (I: 2.3); Copper (II) sulphate pentahydrate: (Cu: 15); Manganous sulphate monohydrate: (Mn: 54); Zinc sulphate monohydrate: (Zn: 130); Sodium selenite: (Se: 0.16); Technological additives:; mg/kg:; Tocopherol extracts from vegetable oils : 8.

Manufacturer ingredient explanations and claimsNot recorded; source verification may be required

Declared nutritional analysisProtein: 29.0%; Fat: 15.0%; Crude ash: 7.5%; Crude fibre: 2.0%; EPA: 0.1%; Glucosamine: 400mg/kg; Energy 386kcal per 100g

Analytical basisunknown

Basis preserved from the original recordAs supplied; manufacturer declaration

Basis verificationunverified

Declared energy386 kcal per 100g as supplied

Feeding guidanceFeeding guide Feeding guide see table for recommended daily feeding amounts. These amounts are guidelines only. To help keep your dog in an ideal body condition, adjust according to your dog's activity level, physical condition and individual needs. Clean, fresh water should be available at all times. To monitor your dog's health, consult a veterinary surgeon regularly. Recommended daily amount (g/day) Body weight (kg) Less than 1h activity (g/day) 1 to 3h activity (g/day) 1 30 35 5 90 105 10 145 170

EP feeding limitationsNot recorded; source verification may be required

StorageNot recorded; source verification may be required

Last checked2026-09-25

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Recorded formulation source. EP checked: 2026-09-25. Capture scope: Declaration on the named formulation.

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Manufacturer description and claims: Features No added colourants Science based nutrition developed by Purina veterinarians High protein Improves curiosity and responsiveness by supporting cognitive function, visible results in 30 days Helps promote interaction with his family thanks to improved brain function and alternative brain energy source generated from botanical oils Maintains healthy mobility and helps support joint health thanks to EPA, an omega-3 fatty acid, and glucosamine High quality Chicken No.1 ingredient in the composition Promote your dog's mental performance with Purina PRO PLAN Age Defence. Small and mini dogs reach their golden years around the age of 9, when their brain begins to change how it metabolizes glucose, which can affect memory, learning, attention, or decision-making. Purina PRO PLAN Age Defence contains a patented blend of nutrients proven to help improve curiosity and responsiveness, with visible results within 30 days. Purina PRO PLAN Age Defence dry dog food is made with high-quality chicken pieces as the first ingredient and adapted protein and fat levels to help your dog stay in top shape during his golden years. Each Age Defence Formula also contains a patented blend of nutrients to help support the brain for cognitive function and enhanced botanical oils that have been shown to promote alertness, mental sharpness, and family interaction in dogs 9 years and older. Glucosamine and EPA, an omega-3 fatty acid, help support the mobility of your dog's joints for healthy ageing, while omega-6 fatty acids (1.5%)* and vitamin A promote healthy skin and a beautiful coat. *Typical analysis in the final product as fed Purina PRO PLAN Age Defence SMALL&MINI ADULT 9+ has been developed for ageing adult dogs of small & mini breeds (less than 10kg weight). This dry dog food contains vitamin D, minerals and specific levels of omega-3 (0.3%) to help support healthy teeth and gums. It is rich in high-quality chicken and with an adjusted protein and fat levels, it provides optimal nutrition adapted to the changing needs of your maturing dog and should be fed to dogs aged 9 and older. Discover the benefits AGE DEFENCE products can make to your dog's health and wellbeing. Feel good about feeding him a high-quality Purina PRO PLAN dog food that tastes so good he'll keep running to the bowl.

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Purina Pro Plan PRO PLAN® Small and Mini Adult 9+ Senior Age Defence Chicken Dry Dog Food – PRO PLAN® Small and Mini Adult 9+ Senior Age Defence Chicken Dry Dog Food – UK formulation

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Wheat
Rice (12%)
Dried beet pulp
Wheat gluten
Soya meal
Animal fats
Fish oil
Yeast

Market: UK. Source checked: 25/09/2026. Source.

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