In order for your young four-legged friend to develop into a healthy adult dog, he needs food during the growth phase that is tailored to the nutritional needs of puppies. PURINA PRO PLAN Large Athletic Puppy Healthy Start (formerly: OPTISTART) is such a food: It is a complete dog food, especially for large-breed puppies with an athletic build, which is intended to ensure a balanced diet. Purina Pro Plan puppy food is characterized by a number of selected ingredients. Chicken is included as the 1st ingredient and not only contributes a good taste but also valuable proteins. The dog food is also enriched with colostrum. PURINA PRO PLAN Large Athletic Puppy Healthy Start also provides your dog with omega-3 fatty acids as well as important vital substances and trace elements. The recipe is complete and meets all of your dog’s daily needs. PURINA PRO PLAN Large Athletic Puppy Healthy Start at a glance: Delicious dry food for athletically-build large breed puppies (from 25 kg) aged up to 24 months Special recipe: tailored to meet the high energy needs of large breed athletic puppies, as well as being suitable for lactating and pregnancy 100% wholesome: suitable as a balanced complete food for daily nutrition High-protein recipe with chicken: great flavour, source of high-quality proteins With colostrum: can support normal immune system and digestion Supports skin and coat: contains fish oil as a source of beneficial omega-3 fatty acids Adjusted mineral content: balanced ratio of calcium and phosphorus Added vital substances: with vitamins, minerals and trace elements Dental care: Vitamin D contributes to the maintenance of normal teeth Without synthetic colouring Practical, resealable pouch
At a glance
- Shop: Zooplus
- Brand: Pro Plan
- Price: £91.09
- Unit price: £3.80/kg
- Delivery: 2-3 Days
Prices come from the shop and may have changed. Check price and delivery with the shop before you buy.
Also available as
- 12kg: £91.09 (£7.59/kg)
Good to know
- Feeding guides assume a dog at a healthy weight. If your dog is carrying extra weight, ask your vet how much to feed.
- Leave fresh water down at all times. Dogs on an all-dry diet get almost all their fluid from the bowl.
- Treats and chews count towards the daily total. Keep them under 10% of calories and reduce meals to match.
Common questions
Is dry or wet food better for dogs?
Neither is better in itself: both can be complete and balanced. Dry food is cheaper per day, keeps longer once opened and is easy to use in puzzle toys. Wet food contains much more moisture and tends to appeal more to fussy or older dogs. Many owners feed a mix, reducing each portion so the total stays right.
How long does an opened bag of dry dog food last?
Once opened, kibble slowly loses freshness as the fats react with air. Keep the bag rolled tightly in an airtight container, away from heat and damp, and follow any guidance on the pack. If the food smells stale or rancid, or your dog suddenly loses interest, replace it.
