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Adult 7+ Small Breed Chicken & Brown Rice Entrée Wet Dog Food
Purina Pro Plan

Adult 7+ Small Breed Chicken & Brown Rice Entrée Wet Dog Food

Verified May 24, 2026

Dog · Wet Senior Small

This is a canned wet food designed specifically for small senior dogs, with a soft chunks-in-gravy texture that’s easy to chew. It uses chicken, liver, meat by-products, and fish as its main protein sources, with brown rice adding digestible carbohydrates. The formula is complete and balanced for older small-breed dogs and has a relatively high protein level for a wet senior diet.

Over-the-counter Meets WSAVA criteria AAFCO No recalls
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KibbleLab Score
8.1 out of 10

This is a well-formulated senior wet food for small-breed dogs, offering good-quality animal proteins from chicken, organ meats, and fish, along with brown rice for energy. The nutrient profile is appropriate for maintenance in older dogs, and the higher protein content for a canned food can help support muscle mass as dogs age. It’s a good option for small seniors who prefer or need a softer food while still getting complete and balanced nutrition.

The KibbleLab Score (1–10) is assessed from publicly available product data. Our evaluation is science-based, not marketing-based.

Ingredient composition Quality, beneficial additions, absence of artificial colors/flavors
Nutritional profile Protein, fat, fiber evaluated for stated life stage and food type
AAFCO compliance Complete and balanced certification; feeding trials valued higher
Health considerations Sensitivity profile, DCM risk, processing method
9.0 – 10 Top Pick
8.0 – 8.9 Strong Choice
7.0 – 7.9 Solid Option
6.0 – 6.9 Worth a Conversation
Below 6 Not Recommended

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At a Glance

Health Benefits
High Energy
Diet & Compliance
Meets WSAVA criteria
Suitable For
Senior Small
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Multiple animal protein sources (chicken, liver, meat by-products, fish) provide a rich amino acid profile and important micronutrients for senior dogs.
  • Formulated as a complete and balanced diet specifically for senior dogs, so it can be fed as the main food without additional balancing.
  • Higher protein level for a wet food, which can help maintain lean body condition in aging dogs when fed appropriately.
  • Brown rice offers a digestible carbohydrate source and is generally well tolerated, even in many dogs with sensitive digestion.

Considerations

  • Contains common protein allergens like chicken and fish, so it would not be suitable for dogs with known allergies to these ingredients.
  • Meat by-products are included; while nutritionally valuable, very sensitive dogs with specific protein intolerances may need a more simplified ingredient list under veterinary guidance.
  • As a senior maintenance formula, it’s not designed for growth or reproduction and shouldn’t be used for puppies or pregnant/nursing dogs.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Chicken, Water Sufficient for Processing, Liver, Meat By-Products, Brown Rice, Fish, Potassium Chloride, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenite, Guar Gum, Salt, Carrageenan, Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Biotin (Vitamin B-7), Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate

Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.

Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.

Top 5 Ingredients Explained

01
Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
02
Water
Water is an essential nutrient and the primary solvent and moisture component in pet foods, especially wet and canned diets, and is also used in processing and to adjust texture and palatability. It is vital for digestion, nutrient transport, temperature regulation and waste removal in dogs and cats; pets must have constant access to clean water as dehydration can quickly lead to serious health issues and requirements increase with activity, heat, or illness, while moisture in wet food can help meet part of their daily needs.
03
Liver
Liver is a nutrient-dense organ meat used in pet foods as a high-quality protein source, natural flavor enhancer, and a concentrated supply of vitamins and minerals—particularly vitamin A, B vitamins (including B12 and folate), iron and copper. It offers important micronutrients for both dogs and cats but should be fed in controlled amounts because excessive liver can cause vitamin A (and sometimes copper) toxicity, and raw liver carries food-safety risks unless properly processed.
04
Meat By-Product
Meat by-products are rendered animal parts such as organ meats, blood, bone and other tissues used in pet food as a concentrated source of animal protein, fat, vitamins and minerals. They can provide biologically valuable nutrients—especially for cats, which require animal-derived proteins—but composition and quality vary by source so owners seeking specific ingredients or with pet food sensitivities should look for transparency and regulation-compliant sourcing.
05
Brown Rice
Brown rice is a whole-grain carbohydrate and fiber ingredient commonly used in dog and cat foods to provide digestible energy, dietary fiber, and modest amounts of B‑vitamins and minerals; it typically offers more nutrients and fiber than white rice. It’s generally well tolerated and can help with sensitive stomachs, but because it is high in carbohydrates (not a primary protein source) and can contain trace inorganic arsenic depending on sourcing, it should be included in balanced formulations and monitored in overweight or diabetic pets.

Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
As Fed
Crude Protein (min)
9.50%
Low High
Crude Fat (min)
6.50%
Low High
Crude Fiber (max)
1.50%
Low High
Moisture (max)
78.00%
Low High
1238
kcal / Kg
193
kcal / Can
High
Calorie density category
What is calorie density How many calories the food packs per unit. Denser foods mean smaller portions for the same calories.

Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Senior
Breed size Small
Texture Chunks In Gravy
Processing method Canned
Food type Wet

AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.

Complete & balanced Yes
AAFCO life stages Adult Maintenance
Substantiation Formulation
Complete and balanced senior small breed dog food high in protein to help maintain an ideal body condition

Brand

Purina Pro Plan

Purina Pro Plan is Nestlé Purina’s flagship veterinary- and research-backed premium line, designed for pets with specific dietary needs and active lifestyles. It is supported by extensive nutritional science and AAFCO feeding trials.

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WSAVA Meets criteria

WSAVA publishes criteria for evaluating a manufacturer (qualified nutritionists, feeding trials, published research); it does not certify or endorse brands.

Manufacturer

Company name Nestlé Purina PetCare
Parent company Nestlé S.A.
Founded 2001
Headquarters St. Louis, Missouri, USA
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Missouri
Manufacturing oversight

Nestlé Purina operates its own manufacturing facilities in the United States and globally with rigorous quality assurance programs. Facilities comply with FDA and USDA standards and implement HACCP-based food safety systems. The company conducts AAFCO feeding trials and employs board-certified veterinary nutritionists.

Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.

Recall History

No recalls on record

Purina Pro Plan Adult 7+ Small Breed Chicken & Brown Rice Entrée Wet Dog Food has no recalls since 2014.

Source: FDA Pet Food Recall Database · Monitored daily

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We have no recalls on record for Purina Pro Plan. We monitor the FDA Pet Food Recall Database daily.

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Product data sourced from manufacturer websites, AAFCO statements, and FDA recall database. Last verified dates reflect our most recent data check.