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Purina Pro Plan Bright Mind Adult 7+ Turkey & Brown Rice Entree Wet Dog Food

Purina Pro Plan Bright Mind Adult 7+ Turkey & Brown Rice Entree Wet Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
St. Louis, Missouri us-flag
Parent company
Nestlé Purina PetCare Company
Product info
Age Range: Senior
Food Form Wet Senior Dog Food
Cost per day: $0.86
Primary proteins
  • Turkey
  • Chicken
  • Meat By-Product

Ingredients

Water Sufficient for Processing, Turkey, Wheat Gluten, Liver, Brown Rice, Chicken, Meat By-Product, Corn Starch-Modified, Medium-Chain Triglyceride Vegetable Oil, Artificial and Natural Flavors, Tricalcium Phosphate, Salt, Soy Flour, Potassium Chloride, Added Color, Choline Chloride, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Niacin, Copper Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate, Manganese Sulfate, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B-12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Folic Acid, Vitamin D-3 Supplement, Biotin, Sodium Selenite.

Breed sizes

size-1 Toy
size-2 Small
size-3 Medium
size-4 Large
size-5 Giant

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Overall Score

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66%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 76%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 57%
? 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 74%
? 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 45%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 86%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 50%

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

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Protein: 12%

Fat: 3%

Fiber: 1.5%

Moisture: 75%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 8.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 48%

Fat: 12%

Fiber: 6%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 34%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 43.19%

Fat: 26.22%

Carb: 30.59%

Our Review

Pros
  • Low carbohydrate content
  • High moisture content
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • Free of plant-based thickeners
Cons
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Contains artificial food dyes
  • Contains vaguely-named Meat products
  • The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years

Recall History

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

Purina Pro Plan - Wet dog food (03/09/2016) -+
Date:03/09/2016
Company Name:Nestle Purina PetCare Company
Product Description:Wet dog food
Recall Reason:Inadequate vitamins and minerals
Purina Pro Plan - Purina Pro Plan Complete Essentials Tuna Entree, Net Wt. 3 oz, UPC 38100-11197 (07/14/2021) -+
Date:07/14/2021
Company Name:Nestle Purina PetCare Company
Product Description:Purina Pro Plan Complete Essentials Tuna Entree, Net Wt. 3 oz, UPC 38100-11197
Recall Reason:Canned cat food may contain foreign black rubber material

Ingredient Review

Our review of Purina Pro Plan Bright Mind Adult 7+ Turkey & Brown Rice Entree Wet Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Water Sufficient. In pet food, the term water sufficient typically refers to the amount of water that is needed to process the rest of the ingredients.

The second ingredient is Turkey. Turkey is an easily digested meat that’s relatively low in fat. In pet food, turkey might be the primary protein source or it may be part of a blend made with different proteins.

The third ingredient is Wheat Gluten. Wheat gluten is a good source of digestible protein. In pet food, wheat gluten is used as a binding agent and texturizer as well as a protein source.

The fourth ingredient is Liver. Liver is a general name for a protein-rich organ meat from any animal. The liver in pet food can be a source of important minerals including zinc, copper, iron, and selenium, but depending on its source, can be of low quality.

The fifth ingredient is Brown Rice. Brown rice is a name for whole-grain rice with its outer hull removed. The brown rice in pet food can be a source of carbohydrates and fiber. Brown rice also contains omega-6 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals

When we analyzed the ingredients in Purina Pro Plan Bright Mind Adult 7+ Turkey & Brown Rice Entree Wet Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per oz

Product Price

$0.41

Market Price avg.

$0.32

% From the Avg

+28%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$1.43

Market Price avg.

$1.25

% From the Avg

+14%

Price per day

Product Price

$0.86

Market Price avg.

$0.75

% From the Avg

+14%

Purina Pro Plan Bright Mind Adult 7+ Turkey & Brown Rice Entree Wet Dog Food is priced within the average market price for wet senior dog food.

Nutritional Analysis

As opposed to formulas intended for growth (puppy) and maintenance (adult), there are no special label requirements or legal definitions for “senior” diets. Senior diets are actually only required to meet the same nutritional needs as for adult diets. This means that there can be a lot of variation and interpretation by different food companies on what makes up a senior diet. Senior diets can have varying amounts of protein, fat, carbs, phosphorus, sodium, and fiber.

The assumptions that all senior pets need low protein, low fat and carbs, low phosphorus and sodium, and high fiber across the board are incorrect. The need for higher or lower levels of these nutrients varies greatly from dog to dog. That’s why it’s very important for senior pets for their pet parents to work with their veterinarian to decide what type of diet is most appropriate. For many young senior pets, the adult diets they’ve been on may be just fine to continue.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Purina Pro Plan Bright Mind Adult 7+ Turkey & Brown Rice Entree Wet Dog Food to the other 37 wet senior dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

48%

All Products avg.

34.07%

% From the Avg

+41%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

12%

All Products avg.

19.57%

% From the Avg

-39%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

6%

All Products avg.

9.47%

% From the Avg

-37%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

34%

All Products avg.

36.52%

% From the Avg

-7%

Analysis Overview

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

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