PURINA PRO PLAN Age Defence Medium & Large Adult 7+ is a complete dry food for ageing dogs of medium and large breeds over 10 kg. Protein and fat levels are adapted for a dog past seven, and two things set it apart from a standard adult food.

The first is vegetable oil fractions at 5.5%. These are the botanical oils Purina include because they are proven to support cognitive function and promote alertness. Mental sharpness is usually the first thing an owner notices slipping in an older dog, and it is the thing most senior foods ignore. The second is glucosamine at 400 mg/kg and EPA at 0.1%, which support joint mobility.

Key Features

• Complete dry food for medium and large breed dogs over 7 years, above 10 kg
• 16% high-quality chicken, including back and chest, as the first ingredient
• Botanical oils at 5.5%, proven to support cognitive function and alertness
• Glucosamine 400 mg/kg and EPA 0.1% for joint mobility
• Adapted protein and fat levels for the senior life stage
• Raised vitamin levels, including Vitamin E at 650 IU/kg
• 386 kcal/100 g

Analytical Constituents

Composition

High quality chicken including back and chest (16%), dried poultry protein, wheat, rice (12%), corn, corn protein meal, vegetable oil fractions (5.5%), dried beet pulp, soya meal, minerals, wheat gluten, animal fats, digest, fish oil.

Additives per kg

Nutritional additives: Vitamin A 38,000 IU, Vitamin D3 1,200 IU, Vitamin E 650 IU, Vitamin C 165 mg, iron 140 mg, iodine 2.3 mg, copper 15 mg, manganese 54 mg, zinc 130 mg, selenium 0.16 mg.

Technological additives: tocopherol extracts 6 mg/kg.

Feeding Guide

Daily amounts by bodyweight and activity level. Older dogs are usually less active, so start at the lower end and adjust to keep body condition steady.

• Split the daily ration across two meals.
• Cognitive and mobility benefits build over time. Give the diet a couple of months before judging it.
• Keep fresh drinking water available at all times.
• When switching from another food, transition gradually over about 7 days.

Storage

• Reseal the bag after each use and store in a cool, dry place.