Purina Pro Plan Small Breed High Protein Dog Food Dry Shredded Blend Lamb and Rice Formula
- Dry Food
- Bag
- Veterinary Diet
- Dog
A standard adult small-breed kibble with a lamb and rice shredded blend, built for everyday feeding rather than therapeutic use.
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How it ranks among the 155 dry food we track
4.7★ across 2,078 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2,078 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
4,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
Purina Pro Plan's Small Breed High Protein recipe is a shredded-blend dry kibble made with lamb and rice, sold in a 6 lb bag and formulated for adult small breed dogs.
The shredded blend mixes different kibble textures rather than a single uniform piece, which Purina markets as a way to hold a dog's interest across a bag. Lamb is listed as the special ingredient, with the formula built around probiotic and prebiotic support alongside the usual bone and joint claims common to Pro Plan's line. One field in the listing labels the diet type as veterinary while another field marks it non-prescription, so this reads as a standard adult maintenance food rather than an actual prescription diet.
- Lamb and rice shredded blend formula
- Sized for adult small breed dogs
- Includes probiotics and prebiotics
- 6 lb (96 oz) bag
Who it's for
Suited to owners of adult small breed dogs looking for a mainstream, widely available kibble with a lamb and rice formula. Not aimed at dogs with a diagnosed condition requiring a genuine prescription veterinary diet.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Shredded blend adds texture variety in one bag
- Includes probiotic and prebiotic ingredients
- Widely available Purina brand
- Listing's diet-type label is inconsistent and confusing
- 6 lb bag needs frequent repurchase for larger appetites
Performance notes
The shredded texture combines chunks and kibble pieces in one bag, a format meant to add variety rather than change nutrition. Probiotic and prebiotic ingredients target digestive support, which is the more concrete of the health claims listed. At 6 lb, the bag suits a single small dog for a reasonable stretch before needing a refill.
Specifications
| Brand | Purina |
|---|---|
| Model | 00038100168450 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 6 pounds |
| Package Size Name | 6 Pound |
| Dog Breed Size | Small |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 6 pounds |
| Included Components | One (1) 6 lb. Bag - Purina Pro Plan High Protein Small Breed Dry Dog Food, SPECIALIZED Shredded Blend Lamb & Rice |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 60 days |
| Other details | |
| Container Type | Bag |
| Animal Food Diet Type | Veterinary Diet |
| Pet Type | Dog |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,150 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #166 in Dry Dog Food |
| Product Benefits | Strengthens bones & teeth, supports digestion, high protein for active small dogs |
| Animal Food Nutrient Content Claim | High Protein |
| Breed Recommendation | Small Breeds |
| Occasion | Birthday |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 00038100168450 |
| Flavor | Lamb & Rice Shredded Blend |
| Model Number | 00038100168450 |
| Item Form | Baked, Chunks, Hard, Kibble |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Digestive Health Support, Bone Health Support, High-Protein for Active Dogs, Everyday Meal for Small Dogs |
| Additional Features | Unique texture combination, Probiotic support, Small breed specific |
| Manufacturer | Nestle Purina Pet |
| Allergen Information | Allergen-Free |
| Target Species | Dog |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '2,078', 'stars': '4.7'} |
| Upc | 038100168443 |
| Item Type Name | Dog Food |
| Special Ingredients | Lamb |
| Asin | B01JAHPF8K |
| Specific Uses For Product | Hip & Joint Support; Bone Health; Digestive Health; Maintenance; Energy & Vitality Support; Veterinarian Recommended; Non-Prescription; Skin & Coat; Gastrointestinal; Muscle Support; Active; Dental; Antioxidants, Hip & Joint Support; Bone Health; Digestive Health; Maintenance; Energy & Vitality Support; Veterinarian Recommended; Non-Prescription; Skin & Coat; Gastrointestinal; Muscle Support; Active; Dental; BPA Free, Hip & Joint Support; Bone Health; Digestive Health; Maintenance; Energy & Vitality Support; Veterinarian Recommended; Non-Prescription; Skin & Coat; Gastrointestinal; Muscle Support; Active; Dental; Carrageenan Free, Hip & Joint Support; Bone Health; Digestive Health; Maintenance; Energy & Vitality Support; Veterinarian Recommended; Non-Prescription; Skin & Coat; Gastrointestinal; Muscle Support; Active; Dental; High-Protein, Hip & Joint Support; Bone Health; Digestive Health; Maintenance; Energy & Vitality Support; Veterinarian Recommended; Non-Prescription; Skin & Coat; Gastrointestinal; Muscle Support; Active; Dental; No Artificial Colors, Hip & Joint Support; Bone Health; Digestive Health; Maintenance; Energy & Vitality Support; Veterinarian Recommended; Non-Prescription; Skin & Coat; Gastrointestinal; Muscle Support; Active; Dental; No Artificial Flavors, Hip & Joint Support; Bone Health; Digestive Health; Maintenance; Energy & Vitality Support; Veterinarian Recommended; Non-Prescription; Skin & Coat; Gastrointestinal; Muscle Support; Active; Dental; Nutrient Dense, Hip & Joint Support; Bone Health; Digestive Health; Maintenance; Energy & Vitality Support; Veterinarian Recommended; Non-Prescription; Skin & Coat; Gastrointestinal; Muscle Support; Active; Dental; Omegas, Hip & Joint Support; Bone Health; Digestive Health; Maintenance; Energy & Vitality Support; Veterinarian Recommended; Non-Prescription; Skin & Coat; Gastrointestinal; Muscle Support; Active; Dental; Potato Free, Hip & Joint Support; Bone Health; Digestive Health; Maintenance; Energy & Vitality Support; Veterinarian Recommended; Non-Prescription; Skin & Coat; Gastrointestinal; Muscle Support; Active; Dental; Prebiotic, Hip & Joint Support; Bone Health; Digestive Health; Maintenance; Energy & Vitality Support; Veterinarian Recommended; Non-Prescription; Skin & Coat; Gastrointestinal; Muscle Support; Active; Dental; Probiotics, Hip & Joint Support; Bone Health; Digestive Health; Maintenance; Energy & Vitality Support; Veterinarian Recommended; Non-Prescription; Skin & Coat; Gastrointestinal; Muscle Support; Active; Dental; Real Meat, Hip & Joint Support; Bone Health; Digestive Health; Maintenance; Energy & Vitality Support; Veterinarian Recommended; Non-Prescription; Skin & Coat; Gastrointestinal; Muscle Support; Active; Dental; With Vitamins |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in dry food.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Purina Pro Plan Small Breed High Protein Dog Food Dry Shredded Blend Lamb and Rice FormulaThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 2,078 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Hill's Science Diet Adult 1-6 Small & Mini Dry Dog FoodHill's | 4.8 / 5 | 26,044 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Adult Dry Dog FoodROYAL | 4.8 / 5 | 9,900 | 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 |
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Questions about the Purina 00038100168450
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is Purina Pro Plan Small Breed Lamb & Rice a prescription diet?
No, despite one conflicting label in the listing data, this is an over-the-counter maintenance food, not a prescription veterinary diet.
What life stage is this Purina Pro Plan formula for?
It is formulated for adult small breed dogs.
What is the main protein source in this recipe?
Lamb is listed as the special ingredient in this shredded blend.