Puppy Chow Tender & Crunchy with Real Beef Dry Dog Food
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Puppy Chow Tender & Crunchy with Real Beef Dry Dog Food is carefully crafted in the USA by Purina’s own employees who are dedicated to making sure every bag meets their high quality standards. They don’t just make Puppy Chow, they trust it enough to feed it to their own puppies every day. Purina Puppy Chow Tender & Crunchy is made with real beef and every bowl provides 100% of the essential nutrients puppies need to help them get a great start in life.
Key Benefits- Specially formulated for puppies under one year.
- Contains 100% essential nutrients with DHA for healthy brain development.
- The high protein content of 27% aids in the growth of lean muscle.
- Added calcium ensures healthy teeth and bones for your growing pup.
- Made with vitamins and minerals that are also found in mothers' milk.
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Item Number100226
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Weight32.0 pounds
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BrandPurina, Dog Chow
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LifestagePuppy
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Breed SizeSmall Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds, All Breeds
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Food FormDry Food
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Special DietHigh-Protein
Whole Grain Corn, Corn Gluten Meal, Poultry By-Product Meal, Whole Grain Wheat, Beef Fat Naturally Preserved With Mixed-Tocopherols, Soybean Meal, Ground Rice, Meat And Bone Meal, Beef, Glycerin, Egg And Chicken Flavor, Poultry And Pork Digest, Fish Oil, Mono And Dicalcium Phosphate, Salt, Potassium Chloride, Soybean Oil, Calcium Carbonate, L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, Choline Chloride, Minerals [Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite], Vitamins [Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Folic Acid (Vitamin B-9), Biotin (Vitamin B-7)], L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Vitamin C), Red 40, Yellow 5, Dl-Methionine, Blue 2, Garlic Oil. S403718.
Caloric Content3,754 kcal/kg, 387 kcal/cup
Guaranteed Analysis | |
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Crude Protein | 27.5% min |
Crude Fat | 12.0% min |
Crude Fiber | 4.0% max |
Moisture | 14.0% max |
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.05% min |
Calcium | 1.1% min |
Phosphorus | 0.9% min |
Iron | 150 mg/kg min |
Vitamin A | 10,000 IU/kg min |
Vitamin E | 100 IU/kg min |
Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) | 70 mg/kg min |
Weight at Maturity | 1 1/2 - 3 Months Old Daily Feeding (Cups) | 4 - 5 Months Old Daily Feeding (Cups) | 6 - 8 Months Old Daily Feeding (Cups) | 9 - 11 Months Old Daily Feeding (Cups) | 1 - 2 Years Daily Feeding (Cups) |
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3 - 12 lbs | 1/2 - 3/4 | 3/4 - 1 1/4 | 1/2 - 1 1/2 | Feed as Adult | Feed as Adult |
13 - 20 lbs | 1/2 - 1 | 1 1/3 - 1 2/3 | 1 - 1 1/4 | 1 1/4 - 1 1/3 | 1 1/4 - 1 1/2 |
21 - 50 lbs | 2/3 - 1 1/3 | 1 3/4 - 2 1/2 | 1 1/3 - 2 1/4 | 2 1/2 - 2 3/4 | 2 1/2 - 3 3/4 |
51 - 75 lbs | 2/3 - 2 1/4 | 1 3/4 - 3 2/3 | 1 3/4 - 3 1/2 | 3 - 4 1/3 | 3 1/4 - 5 2/3 |
76 - 100 lbs | 1 - 2 1/2 | 2 1/2 - 3 1/2 | 3 1/2 - 5 3/4 | 4 3/4 - 6 1/3 | 7 - 10 |
Over 100 lbs | 2 1/2 + 1/3 for each 10 lbs over 100 lbs | 3 1/2 + 1/3 for each 10 lbs over 100 lbs | 5 3/4 + 1/3 for each 10 lbs over 100 lbs | 6 1/3 + 1/3 for each 10 lbs over 100 lbs | 10 + 1/3 for each 10 lbs over 100 lbs |
Weaning Pups: Puppies start to nibble on solid foods at 3 - 4 weeks of age. Keep moistened Purina Puppy Chow Tender & Crunchy (three parts kibble to one part water) available to puppies at all times until fully weaned (6 - 8 weeks of age).
Growing Pups: After weaning, Purina Puppy Chow Tender & Crunchy can be fed moistened or dry at the same time every day - very young puppies three times a day, older puppies twice a day. Use the feeding guidelines shown here, but remember individual needs can vary. Feed to maintain ideal body condition as shown. Slight appetite changes and occasional digestive upsets are normal in puppies. If upsets become severe or linger longer than a day or two, contact your veterinarian.
Reproduction: Purina Puppy Chow Tender & Crunchy provides the extra nutrition needed by reproducing females in stages of gestation and lactation. Food consumption may vary during gestation, so feed the amount needed to maintain the pregnant female's good body condition. Food intake may double or even quadruple during lactation.
When switching to Purina Puppy Chow Tender & Crunchy from another food, please allow 7 -10 days for the transition. Gradually add more Purina Puppy Chow Tender & Crunchy and less of the previous food to your pet's dish each day until the changeover is complete. This gradual transition will help avoid dietary upsets.
How do you ensure the quality of your dog and cat food?
We maintain a strict code of standards for buying, storing and processing ingredients used in our pet foods. These standards are among the strictest in the pet food industry.You can feed our food with confidence, knowing the Purina commitment to quality provides the best possible nutrition for your pet.
Do you test your dog and cat food for aflatoxins?
Yes. We have a meticulous quality assurance program for every incoming load of dog and cat food ingredients. We have ingredient specialists at each of our North American Purina pet food manufacturing facilities who are trained to sample and analyze incoming grain. Our grain testing program helps ensure only high-quality grains are used in our products. This testing is part of our comprehensive food safety and HACCP programs We maintain a strict code of standards for buying, storing and processing ingredients used in Purina pet foods, including grains. Every supplier of ingredients for Purina pet food must meet stringent standards for ingredient specification, product safety, sanitation and good manufacturing practices. Our quality assurance standards are among the strictest in the pet food industry.
Where is your Dog and Cat food manufactured?
99% of Purina pet food products sold in the U.S. are manufactured in our own facilities in the U.S.
Why does your Dog and Cat food contain colors?
Although dogs and cats are unable to distinguish color, we know that most pet owners consider the product’s appearance when purchasing food for their pet. Artificial coloring is added to maintain a more desirable and consistent appearance. All colorings used in our pet foods are approved for use by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Where are your ingredients sourced from? Are they sourced from China?
The vast majority of ingredients used in Purina brand products are sourced from the United States. As with other food companies, we do source a limited amount of ingredients from China. These ingredients, which are primarily essential nutrients, such as taurine and B vitamins, are not commonly available in the USA or other countries in the quantities we need.
Why use corn in dog and cat food? Is corn a filler?
“Filler” may be defined as feed ingredients for pet food with little or no nutritional value. Every ingredient in our formulas has a valuable function and plays a part in providing an excellent source of nutrition to your pet. When properly cooked, corn provides a highly digestible source of carbohydrate, essential fatty acids and protein, and thus, is not considered filler. Corn also has among the highest level of natural antioxidants of any grains. Purina only uses the same grades of corn traditionally used in human food products.
Does your Dog and Cat food contain GMO grains?
It is likely that our pet food contains GMO grains because genetically modified grain and grain products constitute a significant portion of the supply of grain available throughout the U.S. for both human and pet foods. U.S. grain handling and distribution practices result in a co-mingling of supply, which results in a loss of identity preservation.The FDA recognizes the safety and equivalence of products derived from U.S.-approved varieties of genetically modified grain, so there is no reason to exclude it from the general supply. In addition, the FDA does not require products containing GMO grains to bear additional labeling.
What is propylene glycol? Is it similar to antifreeze?
Each product is formulated with the correct balance of ingredients, each with a specific purpose. We use propylene glycol to help keep semi-moist kibbles in Dog & Cat food soft and moist. Propylene glycol is quite different from ethylene glycol, the anti-freeze used in automobiles. Propylene glycol is approved as a food additive in human food and in feed for animals, except cats, in the U.S. and Canada. Ethylene glycol — not propylene glycol — is the active compound in most automobile radiator anti-freeze solutions, and is toxic to animals and humans when ingested. Propylene glycol has a different molecular structure, giving it different properties and allowing it to be used safely in animal feed, except for cats, as well as in human foods, such as cake mixes, salad dressings, soft drinks, popcorn, food coloring, fat-free ice cream and sour cream. Propylene glycol can be used as a non-toxic anti-freeze, just as salt can be used as an "anti-freeze." The differences in the molecular make-up of propylene glycol and ethylene glycol have significantly different impacts on health and safety for humans and pets. Propylene glycol is approved for use by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Why do you use by-products in Dog and Cat food?
By-products are defined as the co-product of a primary product and are usually portions of the animal not always consumed by people in the U.S. By-products are an excellent source of protein and other nutrients. By-products in pet foods that meet Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) guidelines come from clean animal parts other than meat, such as the liver, kidney and other organs. Purina purchases all by-products from USDA-inspected plants. They must meet stringent criteria for nutrient content, production and quality assurance.
Why do you use chicken by-product or poultry meal in Dog and Cat food?
Poultry meal (including chicken by-product meal) is a rich source of many of the nutrients your pet needs in a complete and balanced diet. Poultry by-products can provide a rich source of protein and healthy fats in addition to essential vitamins and minerals. In fact, poultry by-product meal can contain between 60% and 70% protein. The nutritious poultry by-products we use in our pet foods are high-quality ingredients.
What is animal digest?
Animal digest is often considered a substandard pet food ingredient. In some cases, this is because the word "digest" is mistakenly thought to describe the contents of the digestive tract. The word "digest" in "animal digest" refers to the digestive process used in production, not the ingredients.The process starts with animal protein such as muscle and soft tissue supplied by USDA-inspected facilities.These ingredients are processed in order to break them down, similar to the process of digestion in the body. The resulting digest is a liquid, but can also be made into a paste or powder.Animal digest is a high-quality ingredient that provides an excellent source of protein and enhances the palatability of Dog & Cat foods.
Why don’t you utilize a natural source of Vitamin K instead of menadione?
The basic story about the dangers of Menadione has emerged at various times during the past decades as something of an urban legend in the pet food industry and are not research-based. In fact, numerous research studies and nutritional textbooks have identified Menadione as a safe and effective means of providing the important nutrient Vitamin K to Dogs & Cats. Menadione has been commonly used in pet foods for approximately 25 years with no documented negative health effects. Menadione is a stable source of the essential nutrient vitamin K. Vitamin K provides the following nutritional benefits: it is required for the synthesis of a number of body proteins, most notably the proteins responsible for normal blood clotting.

Foundation for a Healthy Life
Start your puppy off on the right paw with Purina Puppy Chow. Every recipe is formulated with DHA and essential nutrients that are also found in mother's milk to provide your growing dog with what he needs to thrive. They'll also support healthy brain and vision development and everyday resilience. With four formulas to choose from, you'll be sure to find the right recipe tailored for your puppy.


All-Natural Nutrition
Purina Puppy Chow Natural recipe is made without any artificial colors, flavors or preservatives and is a quality, natural food your pup will love. It is formulated with essential nutrients and DHA for your growing dog's optimal development. Specifically formulated for puppies under one year, every bag is packed with protein to support lean muscle growth and added calcium for healthy teeth and bones. Even better, puppies love this great-tasting kibble and will gobble up every last bit.
Healthy-Start Blend
Give your pup an optimally balanced blend that's ideal for growing puppies. This highly digestible formula makes it easy for your pup to absorb nutrients and get the most out of his diet. Provide your growing puppy with total care nutrition that fulfills his dietary requirements.


Big Taste for Big Puppies
Satisfy your large breed puppy's unique nutritional needs with Purina Puppy Chow Large Breed formula. When you feed your pup this unique blend, you will be giving him all the support he needs for healthy bone and joint development as well as lean muscle growth and maturation.
The Crunch Pups Love
Appease picky puppies with the tantalizing texture and real beef flavor in Purina Puppy Chow Tender & Crunchy. Watch your pups go crazy over the tender pieces and crunchy bites in a combination puppies can't resist. Perfect for growing pups, this recipe has 27% protein for his developing muscles and DHA for their developing brain and eyes.


About Puppy Chow
Inside each bag of Purina Puppy Chow is a unique nutrient blend with quality protein, DHA and other essential vitamins and minerals also found in mother's milk. Since 1965, Purina Puppy Chow has been committed to providing products for puppies of all shapes and sizes. Give your dog the strong start he deserves with Purina Puppy Chow.
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Complete Turnaround
By Sunny on Dec 22, 2020
Our breeder recommended "premium" food. After using 2 "premium" brands our dog was STILL having stomach issues, lots of gas, loose stool along with anal gland problems. Super frustrating. Out of desperation, I bought Puppy Chow Tender and Crunchy because it doesn't have the added "extras" that aren't necessary in the first place, just the basics that dogs need and thrive on and have for almost 100 years with this brand. You just can't beat that track record. Within a couple of days, our dog had no gas, firmer stools and loves the food. I really wasn't expecting this type of turnaround but boy, what a change! Her coat is shiny, she has plenty of energy, and is healthy in every way. Thank Our breeder recommended "premium" food. After using 2 "premium" brands our dog was STILL having stomach issues, lots of gas, loose stool along with anal gland problems. Super frustrating. Out of desperation, I bought Puppy Chow Tender and Crunchy because it doesn't have the added "extras" that aren't necessary in the first place, just the basics that dogs need and thrive on and have for almost 100 years with this brand. You just can't beat that track record. Within a couple of days, our dog had no gas, firmer stools and loves the food. I really wasn't expecting this type of turnaround but boy, what a change! Her coat is shiny, she has plenty of energy, and is healthy in every way. Thank you for making this food!! … more
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5 Month old Golden Retriever puppy LOVES it!
By SatishIyer on Dec 18, 2020
Hey guys, I am very pleased to give a 5 star rating for Purina puppy chow tender and crunchy - Beef puppy food! Our little Rosie, a 5 month old Golden Retriever was struggling with a sensitive tummy, loose stools and wanting to go poop frequently throughout the day. We tested her for worms, Giardia and other stuff multiple times and all tests came back negative. She had to go out to poop once or twice every night and those were especially loose... So she wasn't sleeping through the night and she didn't especially like her old food. Also given that we keep her very insulated and avoid dog parks and never allow her to eat poop, we knew that her old food (Authority tender blend beef) was likely Hey guys, I am very pleased to give a 5 star rating for Purina puppy chow tender and crunchy - Beef puppy food! Our little Rosie, a 5 month old Golden Retriever was struggling with a sensitive tummy, loose stools and wanting to go poop frequently throughout the day. We tested her for worms, Giardia and other stuff multiple times and all tests came back negative. She had to go out to poop once or twice every night and those were especially loose... So she wasn't sleeping through the night and she didn't especially like her old food. Also given that we keep her very insulated and avoid dog parks and never allow her to eat poop, we knew that her old food (Authority tender blend beef) was likely the reason for her tummy travails... I researched puppy foods online and found this particular food to have great reviews and so I bought a small 5 pound bag as a trial. And I was so anxious to switch her food to something else that I simply gave her Purina puppy chow straight up, by itself (no mixing in with the old food...). She LOVED the taste and wolfed it down. Almost immediately, her poops started to come out well formed (turdy...) - no joke.... I immediately cancelled her old food subscription and switched to Purina puppy chow - Tender and Crunchy As I write this feedback it's been a month since we switched her food and Rosie's transformation has been night and day! She enjoy's the food, she's sleeping through the night, she seems more energetic, her coat looks lusher and MAINLY, her poops are ALL well formed and normal! Thanks Purina! Please don't ever discontinue this food or change its composition in any way! … more
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Not your typical puppy food
By MLBCT on Jan 7, 2021
I have chihuahua puppies and the morsel for this brand of puppy food is very large. The manufacturer should state on their packaging the size of the morsel like many other brands do. If you have small size dogs like mines, I would not recommend this brand of dog food.
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Not just for puppies!
By puppychow1 on Nov 18, 2020
We have used puppy chow for our adult dogs, for years! Our dogs are special needs & we really see a difference, in their health since we adopted them from bad situations, since they've been on Puppy Chow! Beautiful coats, healthy, happy dogs! They also love the taste! Like I said not just for puppies & Zoey & Sassy give it 4 paws up!
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Opened Box!!
By Chewy on Dec 10, 2020
The box was left at my door without notifying me that it was opened. I feel I should have been told this before leaving it at my door. How do I know it wasn’t tampered with?
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Not Tender AT ALL
By Zeee on Dec 27, 2020
In no way shape or form is this food tender. All pieces are DRY, HARD kibble. My puppy refuses to eat it.. I had purchase the largest size and now I’m stuck with it.
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Good change for my pup
By Peaches on Nov 16, 2020
Changed my 7 month beagle puppy to this puppy food. She has been on the puppy chow for about 3 weeks. So far she is tolerating this well. Her stools are much better and she loves the the food. So far so good.
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Good food excellent price
By Shirley on Nov 14, 2020
Chewy has the best prices on top quality foods, snacks and items for dogs. Even delivery is fast. We love Chewy!!!
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yum yum they all said
By gypsy on Oct 17, 2020
again it came on time , thank goodness as we only got a couple small bags to hold these two new pups over... They love it and they are digesting it well
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Puppy chow
By Jakey on Nov 3, 2020
New puppy was on Purina Puppy Chow so ordered same. She is doing well on it likes it and very pleased with product and delivery time. Chewy is the best!!