Diamond Naturals Small & Medium Breed Puppy High Protein Chicken & Rice Dry Dog Food 6lb
- Dry Food
- Bag
- Veterinary Diet
- 6 pounds
A holistic chicken and rice puppy formula for small and medium breeds, doubling as feed for nursing adult dogs during lactation.
As an Amazon Associate, ProductDome may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through links on this page.
How it ranks among the 155 dry food we track
4.6★ across 4,200 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
4,200 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
1,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 155 dry food we track - how the scorecard works · full dry food data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
Diamond Naturals packages this 6 pound bag as a chicken and rice puppy formula for small and medium breeds, also labeled suitable for nursing adult dogs.
Diamond markets this as a holistic formula built with superfoods and probiotics, aimed at supporting coat and eye health alongside general puppy growth. The recipe is also positioned for nursing mothers, not just growing puppies, since lactating dogs have similarly elevated nutrient needs.
- 6 lb bag, chicken and rice recipe
- Small and medium breed puppy formula
- Includes probiotics for digestive support
- Also suited to nursing adult dogs
Who it's for
Fits owners of small to medium breed puppies wanting a holistic, higher protein starter food, and breeders feeding nursing dams. Not intended for large or giant breed puppies, which need a growth formula calibrated to slower bone development.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- High protein chicken and rice recipe
- Probiotics included in the formula
- Suited to both puppies and nursing dams
- Preservative-free ingredient list
- Not formulated for large or giant breed puppies
- Small 6 lb bag for larger litters
Performance notes
Probiotics are built into the kibble at a specified level for digestive support during the growth stage, alongside superfood ingredients aimed at coat and eye development. The high protein content mirrors what nursing dams and growing puppies both need, which is why Diamond lists both uses on the same bag.
Specifications
| Brand | Diamond |
|---|---|
| Model | 1317 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 6 pounds |
| Dog Breed Size | Small |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Puppy |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 6 pounds |
| Other details | |
| Container Type | Bag |
| Animal Food Diet Type | Veterinary Diet |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,334 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #248 in Dry Dog Food |
| Product Benefits | Supports puppy growth and skin health |
| Animal Food Nutrient Content Claim | High Protein |
| Breed Recommendation | Medium Breeds, Small Breeds |
| Occasion | Birthday |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1317 |
| Flavor | Chicken and Rice |
| Model Number | 1317 |
| Item Form | Dry Kibble |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Small and Medium Breed Puppies, Nursing Adult Dogs |
| Additional Features | Holistic, superfoods, guaranteed probiotics |
| Manufacturer | Diamond Pet Foods, Inc. |
| Allergen Information | Preservative-Free |
| Target Species | Dog |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '4,233', 'stars': '4.6'} |
| Upc | 074198609963 074198608232 |
| Item Type Name | Dry Dog Food |
| Special Ingredients | holistic |
| Asin | B0018CIPGA |
| Specific Uses For Product | coat, eyes |
Other Diamond dry food
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in dry food.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Naturals Small & Medium Breed Puppy High Protein Chicken & Rice Dry Dog Food 6lbThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 4,200 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Hill's Science Diet Adult 1-6 Small & Mini Dry Dog FoodHill's | 4.8 / 5 | 26,044 | 4.7 / 5 |
| IAMS Proactive Health Adult Minichunks Premium Dry Dog FoodIAMS | 4.7 / 5 | 31,844 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Chicken & Brown Rice Adult Dry Dog FoodBlue | 4.7 / 5 | 29,281 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Cesar Small Breed Dry Dog Food for Small DogsCesar | 4.7 / 5 | 19,500 | 4.6 / 5 |
Similar dry food from other brands
Questions about the Diamond 1317
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Can this food be fed to adult dogs?
Yes, Diamond lists it as suitable for nursing adult dogs in addition to puppies.
What breed sizes is this formulated for?
Small and medium breed puppies specifically, not large or giant breeds.
Does it contain probiotics?
Yes, the label lists probiotics as part of the formula.