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Purina Pro Plan Calm & Balanced Small Breed Chicken & Rice Formula Dog Dry Food

Purina Pro Plan Calm & Balanced Small Breed Chicken & Rice Formula Dog Dry Food

By Purina Pro Plan 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
8.1 /10
Quality
7.5
Value
8.0
Design
7.0
Function
8.7
Durability
7.5

In a Nutshell

  • Highly effective in calming dogs
  • Dogs enjoy the taste
  • Price and bag size may be drawbacks
  • High recommendation but delivery is not consistent

Quick Verdict

Generally great, especially good for dogs needing calming with a bit of a steep price.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 78%
Would Buy Again 78%
Avg Lifespan Not specified

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Calming Effect (3)

    Effectively calms dogs

  • Taste (4)

    Dogs enjoy the taste

  • Quality Ingredients (1)

    High-quality ingredients

Cons

  • Price (1) major

    Product is expensive

  • Bag Size (1) minor

    Large bag size inconvenient for multiple pets

  • Delivering (1) minor

    Mismanagement Issues with deliveries

    Tip: Pay attention to delivery settings

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Owners of anxious small breed dogs — Effective in calming and improving behavior

Skip If

  • Owners on a tight budget — High price point
  • Owners with multiple small dogs — Large bag size may be inconvenient

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Not specified

Factors: Storage conditions, Humidity

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

⚠️ Hardwood
⚠️ Tile
⚠️ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
⚠️ Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.3
9 reviews
5★
67%
4★
0%
3★
22%
2★
0%
1★
11%
calming effects (3) price (1)

Common Questions

Is this food suitable for small breed dogs?

Yes, it is specifically formulated for small breeds and has shown positive results in calming and improving behavior.

How does this food help with anxiety?

Many reviewers noted significant improvements in their dogs' anxiety levels after switching to this food.

Is the bag size appropriate for small dogs?

Some reviewers found the bag size to be too large for small dogs, so consider this if you have a single small breed dog.

Is the price worth it?

While some reviewers found the price to be high, many felt it was worth it for the calming effects and overall improvement in their dog's behavior and anxiety.

Highlighted Reviews

— claudine

"My dog liked the food and I noticed the difference in his behavior right away. This food really calmed him down."

— Linda

"Chewy sending too many bags! Not following my 1 bag every 3 weeks instructions. Sent 1 bag one week then 1 bag the next week. Taking advantage of my auto pay! So cancelling. Sorry, not sorry!"

Bottom Line

Recommended for owners looking to calm their small breed dogs. Be cautious about the quantity in bag and delivery scheduling.

8.1 /10
Excellent