Purina CA Weight Management Chicken & Rice Formula

Dry Extruded · complete

Poor
our rating

Our verdict

Is Purina CA Weight Management Chicken & Rice Formula a good dog food?

We score it 40/100 (Poor). The main reasons are set out in "Why you might not" below, and every step of the calculation is shown under "How we calculated this score".

How we score

Only part of the analytical constituents are declared, so the nutritional picture is incomplete.

100% of this recipe has no printed percentage. Estimated shares are model estimates, not label facts.

Why you might choose it

  • Declares energy content, which most labels omit.
  • Nutritionally complete: formulated to be fed as the whole diet.

Why you might not

  • Meat makes up an estimated 8% of the dry matter (12% as fed); carbohydrates dominate.
  • 100% of the recipe mass has no printed percentage, so the exact split cannot be verified.

Who is this food for?

Suits

  • Labelled by the manufacturer for adult dogs
  • Doesn't list lamb, venison, pork, duck as ingredients

Consider something else if:

  • Your dog avoids chicken: the label lists chicken
  • Your dog avoids beef: the label lists beef fat
  • Your dog avoids turkey: the label lists poultry
  • Your dog avoids fish: the label lists fish meal
  • Your dog avoids grain: the label lists rice - white
  • You want a single-protein recipe: this one lists more than one animal protein

These points are derived from declared ingredients and analysis, not a substitute for veterinary advice. If your dog has a diagnosed condition, food choice is a medical nutrition decision: speak to your vet. Find foods that fit your dog.

Ingredients (41)100% of the recipe is estimated

Estimated composition

  • supplement 54.1%
  • carb 21.1%
  • meat 12.1%
  • additive 5.5%
  • oil 2.9%
  • fibre 2.7%
  • veg 1.7%
#As declaredMatchedLabel readingDeclared %Est. %
1ChickenChickenmeat · medium-3.2
2RiceRice - whitecarb · medium-3.2
3Poultry By-Product MealPoultrymeat · medium-3.1
4Whole Grain CornWhole-Grain Maizecarb · medium-3.1
5Corn Gluten MealMaize glutencarb · poor-3.1
6Whole Grain WheatWheatcarb · poor-3.0
7Corn Germ MealMaize Germ Mealcarb · medium-3.0
8BarleyBarleycarb · medium-3.0
9Beef FatBeef Fatoil · medium-2.9
10Egg ProductEggmeat · good-2.9
11Fish MealFish Mealmeat · medium-2.8
12Natural FlavoursArtificial flavouringsadditive · poor-2.8
13Wheat FlourWheatcarb · poor-2.8
14Wheat BranWheatfeed pelletscarb · poor-2.7
15SaltSaltadditive · poor-2.7
16Calcium CarbonateCalcium Carbonatesupplement · medium-2.6
17Potassium ChloridePotassium Chloridesupplement · medium-2.6
18Mono And Dicalcium PhosphateDicalcium phosphatesupplement · medium-2.6
19Vitamin E SupplementVitamin Esupplement · good-2.5
20Niacin (Vitamin B3)Niacinsupplement · good-2.5
21Vitamin A SupplementVitamin Asupplement · good-2.4
22Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5)Calcium pantothenatesupplement · good-2.4
23Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1)Thiamine mononitratesupplement · good-2.4
24Vitamin B-12 SupplementVitamin B12supplement · good-2.3
25Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2)Riboflavinsupplement · good-2.3
26Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6)Pyridoxine hydrochloridesupplement · good-2.2
27Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)Folic acidsupplement · good-2.2
28Menadione Sodium Bisulphate Complex (Source Of Vitamin K Activity)Vitamin Ksupplement · good-2.2
29Vitamin D3 SupplementVitamin D3 supplementsupplement · good-2.1
30Biotin (Vitamin B7)Biotinsupplement · good-2.1
31Choline ChlorideCholinesupplement · good-2.0
32Zinc SulphateZinc sulfatesupplement · medium-2.0
33Ferrous SulphateIron sulfatesupplement · good-2.0
34Manganese SulphateManganese sulfatesupplement · medium-1.9
35Copper SulphateCopper sulphatesupplement · good-1.9
36Calcium IodateCalcium iodatesupplement · medium-1.8
37Sodium SeleniteSodium selenitesupplement · poor-1.8
38L-Lysine MonohydrochlorideLysinesupplement · medium-1.8
39L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Vitamin C)L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphatesupplement · good-1.7
40Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation ProductDried Bacillus coagulans fermentation productsupplement · good-1.7
41Garlic OilGarlicveg · medium-1.7
  1. 1. Chicken3.2% estimated
    Chicken · meat · medium
  2. 2. Rice3.2% estimated
    Rice - white · carb · medium
  3. 3. Poultry By-Product Meal3.1% estimated
    Poultry · meat · medium
  4. 4. Whole Grain Corn3.1% estimated
    Whole-Grain Maize · carb · medium
  5. 5. Corn Gluten Meal3.1% estimated
    Maize gluten · carb · poor
  6. 6. Whole Grain Wheat3.0% estimated
    Wheat · carb · poor
  7. 7. Corn Germ Meal3.0% estimated
    Maize Germ Meal · carb · medium
  8. 8. Barley3.0% estimated
    Barley · carb · medium
  9. 9. Beef Fat2.9% estimated
    Beef Fat · oil · medium
  10. 10. Egg Product2.9% estimated
    Egg · meat · good
  11. 11. Fish Meal2.8% estimated
    Fish Meal · meat · medium
  12. 12. Natural Flavours2.8% estimated
    Artificial flavourings · additive · poor
  13. 13. Wheat Flour2.8% estimated
    Wheat · carb · poor
  14. 14. Wheat Bran2.7% estimated
    Wheatfeed pellets · carb · poor
  15. 15. Salt2.7% estimated
    Salt · additive · poor
  16. 16. Calcium Carbonate2.6% estimated
    Calcium Carbonate · supplement · medium
  17. 17. Potassium Chloride2.6% estimated
    Potassium Chloride · supplement · medium
  18. 18. Mono And Dicalcium Phosphate2.6% estimated
    Dicalcium phosphate · supplement · medium
  19. 19. Vitamin E Supplement2.5% estimated
    Vitamin E · supplement · good
  20. 20. Niacin (Vitamin B3)2.5% estimated
    Niacin · supplement · good
  21. 21. Vitamin A Supplement2.4% estimated
    Vitamin A · supplement · good
  22. 22. Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5)2.4% estimated
    Calcium pantothenate · supplement · good
  23. 23. Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1)2.4% estimated
    Thiamine mononitrate · supplement · good
  24. 24. Vitamin B-12 Supplement2.3% estimated
    Vitamin B12 · supplement · good
  25. 25. Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2)2.3% estimated
    Riboflavin · supplement · good
  26. 26. Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6)2.2% estimated
    Pyridoxine hydrochloride · supplement · good
  27. 27. Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)2.2% estimated
    Folic acid · supplement · good
  28. 28. Menadione Sodium Bisulphate Complex (Source Of Vitamin K Activity)2.2% estimated
    Vitamin K · supplement · good
  29. 29. Vitamin D3 Supplement2.1% estimated
    Vitamin D3 supplement · supplement · good
  30. 30. Biotin (Vitamin B7)2.1% estimated
    Biotin · supplement · good
  31. 31. Choline Chloride2.0% estimated
    Choline · supplement · good
  32. 32. Zinc Sulphate2.0% estimated
    Zinc sulfate · supplement · medium
  33. 33. Ferrous Sulphate2.0% estimated
    Iron sulfate · supplement · good
  34. 34. Manganese Sulphate1.9% estimated
    Manganese sulfate · supplement · medium
  35. 35. Copper Sulphate1.9% estimated
    Copper sulphate · supplement · good
  36. 36. Calcium Iodate1.8% estimated
    Calcium iodate · supplement · medium
  37. 37. Sodium Selenite1.8% estimated
    Sodium selenite · supplement · poor
  38. 38. L-Lysine Monohydrochloride1.8% estimated
    Lysine · supplement · medium
  39. 39. L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Vitamin C)1.7% estimated
    L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate · supplement · good
  40. 40. Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product1.7% estimated
    Dried Bacillus coagulans fermentation product · supplement · good
  41. 41. Garlic Oil1.7% estimated
    Garlic · veg · medium

Nutrition and feedingProtein 27% · Fat 9%

Guaranteed analysis (as fed)

NutrientAs fed
Protein27%
Fat9%
Fibre5.50%
Moisture12%
Omega-6 fatty acids1.50%
Calcium0.90%
Phosphorus0.70%

Energy: 353 kcal/100g

Additives & feeding info

Feeding and storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Feeding guide

Feeding amounts range from 1/2 to 1-1/4 cups (3-12 lb dogs) up to 4 to 5 cups (76-100 lb dogs) for weight maintenance; reduce by 25% for calorie reduction. Over 100 lbs: 5-1/4 cups plus 1/3 cup per 10 lbs (maintenance); 4 cups plus 1/4 cup per 10 lbs (reduced). Using a standard 8 oz/250 ml cup containing approximately 101 g. Transition over 7-10 days.

Additives declared on the label

Nutritional additives

Vitamin E Supplement; Niacin (Vitamin B3); Vitamin A Supplement; Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5); Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1); Vitamin B-12 Supplement; Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2); Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6); Folic Acid (Vitamin B9); Menadione Sodium Bisulphate Complex (Source Of Vitamin K Activity); Vitamin D3 Supplement; Biotin (Vitamin B7); Choline Chloride; Zinc Sulphate; Ferrous Sulphate; Manganese Sulphate; Copper Sulphate; Calcium Iodate; Sodium Selenite; L-Lysine Monohydrochloride; L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Vitamin C); Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product; Garlic Oil

Trust and sourceNo recalls recorded in our database · checked 2026-09-19

Brand and contact: Purina CA
Website
https://www.purina.ca/
Phone
1.800.268.5345
Address
ATTN: CONSUMER CARE, 2500 ROYAL WINDSOR DRIVE, MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO L5J 1K8
Contact page
www.purina.ca

Trust and provenance

Recall history
No recalls recorded in our database
Label data last checked
2026-09-19
Scored with
Model v3 (methodology)
Product page
www.purina.ca

Recall history is presentation-only and never affects the score. Dates are when we recorded the data, not when the manufacturer last changed the recipe.

External platform ratings are not scores for this individual recipe.

Trustpilot: 1.8/5 · 190 reviews

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Score details and methodologyCalculations, history and evidence

Recipe: how the 1-100 score is calculated

Why this score?

This recipe achieves a final score of 40 out of 100 based on several key factors. The overall quality of the ingredient list added +3.6 points. However, ingredients without printed percentages reduced the score by -10.6. Additionally, the processing format deducted -6.7 and the carbohydrate content contributed -2.5.

Scored with model v3 on 2026-10-25. Each component is the feature value for this product multiplied by the model's published coefficient.

ComponentInputCoefficientContribution
Base score-30.909+30.91
Average ingredient quality0.49.191+3.64
Carb share of dry matter21.7%-0.115-2.50
Oil share of dry matter3.3%-0.092-0.31
Additive share of dry matter5.7%0.163+0.93
Supplement share of dry matter57.7%-0.012-0.70
Recipe graded poor16.1%-0.065-1.05
Number of poor ingredients6-0.876-5.26
Largest single poor ingredient3.1%0.060+0.18
Undeclared quantities100.0%-0.106-10.56
Complete dietyes2.294+2.29
Low meat (under 10% of dry matter)yes-3.158-3.16
Additive penalty-6.850.222-1.52
Processing multiplier0.9833.786+33.11
Processing: Dry Extrudedyes-6.713-6.71
Show all 40 components
ComponentInputCoefficientContribution
Base score-30.909+30.91
Average ingredient quality0.49.191+3.64
Meat share of dry matter0.0%0.096+0.00
Carb share of dry matter21.7%-0.115-2.50
Oil share of dry matter3.3%-0.092-0.31
Vegetable share of dry matter0.3%-0.005-0.00
Additive share of dry matter5.7%0.163+0.93
Supplement share of dry matter57.7%-0.012-0.70
Other share of dry matter0.0%-0.375+0.00
Unrecognised share of dry matter0.0%-0.027+0.00
Recipe graded poor16.1%-0.065-1.05
Poor-quality meat in recipe0.0%-0.179+0.00
Number of poor ingredients6-0.876-5.26
Largest single poor ingredient3.1%0.060+0.18
Undeclared quantities100.0%-0.106-10.56
Prints ingredient percentagesno0.000+0.00
Complete dietyes2.294+2.29
Frozen or chilled freshno0.000+0.00
High meat (30%+ of dry matter)no0.707+0.00
Low meat (under 10% of dry matter)yes-3.158-3.16
High carb and low meatno-1.180+0.00
Meat share × printed percentages0.00.000+0.00
Meat share × fresh0.00.000+0.00
Fresh × high meat0.011.084+0.00
Additive penalty-6.850.222-1.52
Processing multiplier0.9833.786+33.11
Processing: Rawno-0.054+0.00
Processing: Fresh Chilledno-2.354+0.00
Processing: Fresh Frozenno-2.354+0.00
Processing: Fresh Refrigeratedno0.000+0.00
Processing: Fresh Shelfno-0.672+0.00
Processing: Dry Freeze Driedno6.629+0.00
Processing: Dry Air Driedno6.331+0.00
Processing: Dry Cold Pressedno-6.713+0.00
Processing: Dry Bakedno-6.713+0.00
Processing: Dry Extrudedyes-6.713-6.71
Processing: Dry Semi Moistno-6.174+0.00
Processing: Dry Mueslino-10.146+0.00
Processing: Wet Pateno-0.672+0.00
Processing: Wet Chunksno-0.672+0.00
Processing-type offset
+0.02
Additives declared on label
+1 transparency bonus
Subtotal
40.3
Final score
40/100

Contributions are rounded to two decimals, so they may not sum exactly to the subtotal. The full coefficient table is published on the methodology page.

Nutritional: declared analysis vs reference ranges

How the declared analysis compares with FEDIAF reference ranges for adult dogs. The label prints as-fed values; we convert to a dry-matter basis before scoring, and the bands are dry-matter ranges. Scores rise to 100 at the band midpoint: the reference is adequacy, not maximisation. Nutrients with a published upper limit taper again above it; fat is policed through calorie density rather than a direct penalty.

Guaranteed-analysis FEDIAF score: crude minimums and maximums are bounds, not typical values; moisture (a maximum) uses the processing median where available; experimental US score.

NutrientAs fed (label)Dry matter (scored)Score
Protein2729.8 (band 18 to 40%)100
Fat99.9 (band 5.5 to 20%)88.4
Fibre5.56.1 (band 0.5 to 5%)100
Calcium0.91 (band 0.5 to 2.5%)84.8
Phosphorus0.70.8 (band 0.4 to 1.6%)88.7
Calcium:phosphorus ratio1.31.3 (band 1 to 2%)87.1
Omega fatty acids (omega-6 and omega-3)--100
Energy (kcal/100g)353390.1100

Omega fatty acids (omega-6 and omega-3): scored as the mean of its declared components (omega-6 100). The FEDIAF minimum for omega-6 is linoleic acid specifically.

Scored over 8 declared nutrients (combined weight 100); undeclared nutrients do not affect the score. Moisture was not declared and was estimated at 9.5% from the food type.

Declared fortification: 23 nutritional additives on the label
  • Vitamin E Supplement
  • Niacin (Vitamin B3)
  • Vitamin A Supplement
  • Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5)
  • Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1)
  • Vitamin B-12 Supplement
  • Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2)
  • Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6)
  • Folic Acid (Vitamin B9)
  • Menadione Sodium Bisulphate Complex (Source Of Vitamin K Activity)
  • Vitamin D3 Supplement
  • Biotin (Vitamin B7)
  • Choline Chloride
  • Zinc Sulphate
  • Ferrous Sulphate
  • Manganese Sulphate
  • Copper Sulphate
  • Calcium Iodate
  • Sodium Selenite
  • L-Lysine Monohydrochloride
  • L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Vitamin C)
  • Dried Bacillus Coagulans Fermentation Product
  • Garlic Oil

Low confidence: partial analysis or moisture estimated from the food type.

This measures agreement with published reference ranges, not suitability for an individual dog. For medical conditions, follow veterinary guidance.

Transparency: what the label discloses

How much the manufacturer discloses, measured against the FEDIAF Code of Good Labelling Practice and Regulation 767/2009. Mandatory items dominate the weighting.

ItemPoints
✓ Ingredient list on the label (mandatory)10/10
✗ Printed percentages on the label (voluntary) - not on file0/20
✗ Analytical constituents declared (mandatory) - not on file0/15
✓ Additives declared (mandatory)5/10
✓ Energy value declared (voluntary)5/5
✓ Complete/complementary designation (mandatory)5/5
✓ Feeding guidance given (mandatory)10/10
✓ Manufacturer identity and address (mandatory)10/10
✓ Country of manufacture stated (voluntary)10/10
✗ Batch and date labelling (mandatory) - not on file0/5

Capped at 60: mandatory items missing (Analytical constituents declared, Batch and date labelling).

Safety: recall history

Recall and safety-notice history, time-decayed. This dimension is shown alongside the score and never feeds the headline number.

No recalls recorded in our database.

Evidence: what the brand claims, and what supports it

The claims made on the pack and product page, checked against the declared label. We record claims as stated; "consistent" means our stored label data supports the claim, "contradicted" means it conflicts with it. Functional claims are recorded but never scored.

Claims on file; none we can check against the label

ClaimTypeCheckSubstantiation
Fortified with guaranteed live probiotics for digestive and immune health (on page)Functionalnot checkableManufacturer assertion
Natural prebiotic fibre nourishes specific intestinal bacteria for digestive health (on page)Functionalnot checkableManufacturer assertion
Omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin A to nourish skin and coat (on page)Functionalnot checkableManufacturer assertion
Optimal protein-to-fat ratio to promote an ideal body condition (on page)Functionalnot checkableManufacturer assertion
100% complete and balanced nutrition for overweight or less active adult dogs (on page)Nutrientnot checkableManufacturer assertion
Provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of adult dogs (on page)Nutrientnot checkableManufacturer assertion
High protein formula (on page)High/low levelnot checkableManufacturer assertion
Real chicken as the first ingredient (on page)Contentnot checkableManufacturer assertion
15% less fat than Pro Plan ESSENTIALS Shredded Blend Chicken & Rice Formula for Adult Dogs (on page)High/low levelnot checkableManufacturer assertion

The full scoring method is published. See the methodology for exactly how the headline score and each dimension are calculated.

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