Alternatives to
purina pro plan
Looking for an alternative to purina pro plan? Here are dry food products for dogs that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.
The best-rated alternative to purina pro plan in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus purina pro plan's 58/100. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.
purina pro plan vs its best alternative
| Criterion | purina pro plan | Orijen Puppy |
|---|---|---|
| Overall grade | C 58/100 | A 93/100 |
| Protein quality | E | A |
| Nutritional balance | B | A |
| Few undesirables | B | A |
| Ingredient transparency | D | A |
| Species fit | B | A |
| Crude protein | 22% | 38% |
| Protein (dry matter) | 24.2% | 43.2% |
| Estimated carbs | 49% | 18% |
| First ingredient | Wheatplant filler | Fresh chicken |
Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 22%.
Orijen Puppy outscores 100% of dry food for dogs in our database.
8 better-graded alternatives
- #1AOrijenPuppy93/100+35Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 22%.
- #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet92/100+34Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 22%.
- #3AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe90/100+32Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 33% crude protein vs 22%.
- #4AOrijenSix Fish90/100+32Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 22%.
- #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken & Rabbit89/100+31Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 22%.
- #6AEdgard & CooperPuppy Poulet et Canard Frais88/100+30Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 30% crude protein vs 22%.
- #7AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult88/100+30Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 30% crude protein vs 22%.
- #8ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe88/100+30Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 32% crude protein vs 22%.
Other food types for dogs
- #1AZIWI PeakAir-Dried Beef Recipe91/100raw food
- #2APure Pet FoodChicken Dinner Air-Dried89/100raw food
- #3ALily's KitchenTerrine Grain-Free87/100wet food
- #4AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Effilochés - Dinde au saumon86/100wet food
- #5ALily's KitchenCottage Pie with Beef86/100wet food
- #6AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Canard & Poulet85/100wet food
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to purina pro plan?
In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus purina pro plan's 58/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.
Is there a cheaper alternative to purina pro plan?
Cheaper-per-kg options for the same use are listed in the dedicated section on this page whenever our database has them.
Why switch from purina pro plan?
purina pro plan scores 58/100 (C) on our A-E method. Buyers look for an alternative to get higher protein quality, fewer undesirables, better transparency, or a better species fit. Our grading is independent with no sponsorship.
