Pet Food Sherpa Editorial | Last Updated October 20, 2023

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Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets CC CardioCare High Protein Chicken Flavor Dry Dog Food

Company info

Company HQ

St. Louis, Missouri

Parent company

Nestlé Purina PetCare Company

Product info

Age Range: Adult

Food Form Dry Dog Food

Cost per day: $0.19

Primary proteins

Corn Gluten Meal
Chicken Meal
Potato Protein
Fish Meal

Ingredients

Oat Meal, Corn Gluten Meal, Rice, Chicken Meal, Beef Fat Preserved With Mixed-Tocopherols, Natural Flavor, Vegetable Oil (Source Of Medium-Chain Triglycerides), Cassava Root Flour, Dried Beet Pulp, Potato Protein, Powdered Cellulose, Fish Meal, Fish Oil, Mono And Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, L-Lysine Monohydrochloride, DL-Methionine, Potassium Chloride, Magnesium Sulfate, Potassium Sorbate (A Preservative), L-Arginine, Salt, Vitamin E Supplement, Taurine, L-Cysteine, Glycine, Choline Chloride, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Vitamin C), Niacin (Vitamin B-3), Manganese Sulfate, Vitamin A Supplement, Soybean Oil, Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B-5), Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B-1), Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Copper Sulfate, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B-2), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B-6), Preserved With Mixed-Tocopherols, Garlic Oil, Folic Acid, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (Vitamin K), Calcium Iodate, Biotin (Vitamin B-7), Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Sodium Selenite. A264021

Breed sizes

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Small

Medium

Large

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Overall Score

57%

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Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 37%

? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 58%

? We scan the FDA’s database and rate each brand by the number of recalls in its history. Brands with fewer recalls receive higher ratings. Recall History 100%

? By comparing the prices of foods in our database, we determine if a food is above or below market average price. Lower-priced foods receive higher ratings. Price 57%

? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 69%

? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 40%

Estimated Nutrient Content

To understand the nutrient content of pet food, we visualize its macronutrient composition in three ways. In the charts below, you’ll see a guaranteed analysis on an as-fed basis, a dry matter analysis, and a breakdown of the food’s macronutrients on a calorie-weighted basis.

Remember that all of these values are estimates based on the guaranteed analysis published by the company, and the food’s actual nutrient values may be slightly different.

Guaranteed Analysis

Protein: 25%

Fat: 14%

Fiber: 5.5%

Moisture: 12.5%

Ash: 9.5%

Carb: 33.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

Protein: 28.57%

Fat: 16%

Fiber: 6.29%

Ash: 10.86%

Carb: 38.29%

Calorie Weighted Basis

Protein: 27.03%

Fat: 36.76%

Carb: 36.22%

Our Review

Pros

Low carbohydrate content
To our knowledge, Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets has never had a product recall
A good source of omega-3 fatty acids

Cons

Low in moisture
Contains plant-based proteins
Some dogs may be allergic to fish

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets CC CardioCare High Protein Chicken Flavor Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Oat Meal. Oat meal is a general name for oats that have had their tough outer hulls removed before further processing into a coarse high-fiber substance. The oat meal in pet food is a source of carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, minerals to support your companion’s overall well-being.

The second ingredient is Corn Gluten Meal. Corn gluten meal is produced as a byproduct from the manufacture of corn syrup and other sweeteners made with corn. It contains no wheat gluten. The corn gluten meal in pet food is a source of inexpensive protein, but it has high levels of cysteine, which have been linked to the formation of urinary stones.

The third ingredient is Rice. Rice is a gluten-free cereal grain. In pet food, rice is a source of easily digestible carbohydrates.

The fourth ingredient is Chicken Meal. In pet food, chicken meal is often listed as a source of protein. Chicken meal is produced by baking and grinding chicken meat and skin. As a dry form of animal protein, it is most often found in kibble and treats.

The fifth ingredient is Beef Fat. Beef fat is cooked, rendered fat from any breed of cattle. In pet food, beef fat is an inexpensive energy source and flavoring that can also help your companion absorb fat-soluble vitamins.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets CC CardioCare High Protein Chicken Flavor Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from plant based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$5.19

Market Price avg.

$3.69

% From the Avg

+41%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$0.31

Market Price avg.

$0.34

% From the Avg

-8%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.19

Market Price avg.

$0.20

% From the Avg

-7%

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets CC CardioCare High Protein Chicken Flavor Dry Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dry dog food.

Nutritional Analysis

Your adult dog needs a balance of macro and micronutrients to thrive. A food formulated for adult maintenance or all life stages is made to meet these needs. While there can be a lot of variation in actual calorie density, adult dog foods are generally intended to provide for basic calorie needs of the average active dog. In addition to satisfying their energy needs, these foods provide the protein, fat, carbohydrates, fiber, and other nutrients your adult dog needs to survive. Again, not all adult foods are the same, so you may have to search around for the right fit for your dog.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets CC CardioCare High Protein Chicken Flavor Dry Dog Food to the other 1813 dry dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

Product info

28.57%

All Products avg.

30.12%

% From the Avg

-5%

DM Fat

Product info

16%

All Products avg.

15.9%

% From the Avg

+1%

DM Fiber

Product info

6.29%

All Products avg.

5.45%

% From the Avg

+15%

DM Carb

Product info

38.29%

All Products avg.

47.65%

% From the Avg

-20%

Analysis Overview

Overall, this is a plant based food that’s moderate in protein with moderate fat and low carbohydrate content relative to other dry dog foods.

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