Product and intended use

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

Declared category: Pet food. Format: Dry food. Life stage: Senior. Market: UK.

Declared formulation

Ingredients

High 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

Nutritional 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.

Declared nutritional analysis

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

Analysis basis: As supplied; manufacturer declaration

Declared energy: 386 kcal per 100g as supplied

Manufacturer feeding guide

Feeding 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

Listed pack sizes: 3kg

Formulation source, checked 2026-09-25.

Manufacturer claims and evidence

The following statements are attributed to the manufacturer. They have not been independently verified for this entry.

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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Related ingredient reading: Animal fat (source unspecified) · Beet pulp · Fish oil · Rice (type unspecified) · Soybean meal · Wheat · Wheat gluten · Yeast (species unspecified)

Source and review scope

Official public UK pages reviewed 2026-09-25. Manufacturer data, not independent testing. Evidence search not performed for this batch. UK Purina product-finder catalogue; manufacturer declarations, not an independent nutrition assessment. Ingredient links cover parsed composition entries; compound quantities and unresolved wording need database review.

Official product information. Checked 2026-09-25.

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