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McAdams Grain Free Puppy Dry Dog Food – Free Range Chicken – 2kg

Give your puppy a nutritious start in life with McAdams Grain Free Puppy Free Range Chicken Dry Dog Food, a premium, complete and balanced oven-baked diet specially formulated to support healthy growth and development from weaning to approximately 12 months of age.

Made with 50% whole British free-range chicken and 17% sweet potato, this carefully developed recipe provides high-quality protein, essential fats, vitamins and minerals to support growing muscles, bones, teeth and the immune system.

Unlike many conventional dry puppy foods, McAdams uses whole free-range chickens rather than rendered meat meal. The chicken is sourced from RSPCA Assured farms, reflecting the brand's commitment to high animal welfare standards.

Each small biscuit is gently oven-baked rather than conventionally extruded, creating a distinctive texture and rich, roasted chicken flavour.

The recipe also contains salmon oil to provide omega-3 fatty acids, including DHA for brain and retinal development, alongside FOS and MOS prebiotics to support digestive health and New Zealand green-lipped mussel for joint support.

With 27% protein, 14.5% fat and 372 kcal per 100g, McAdams Puppy provides the energy and nutrients needed during this important stage of life.

Supplied in a convenient 2kg bag, it is ideal for puppies trying McAdams for the first time, smaller breeds or owners who prefer purchasing smaller quantities to maintain freshness.

Why Choose McAdams Free Range Chicken Puppy Food?

• 50% whole British free-range chicken: High-quality animal protein from farms with recognised welfare standards.

• RSPCA Assured sourcing: Chicken sourced from farms meeting the scheme's animal welfare requirements.

• 17% sweet potato: Provides carbohydrates, dietary fibre and naturally occurring nutrients.

• 27% protein: Supports normal muscle growth and tissue development.

• 14.5% fat: Supplies energy and essential fatty acids for growing puppies.

• Salmon oil: Provides omega-3 fatty acids, including DHA, important for brain and retinal development.

• FOS and MOS prebiotics: Help support beneficial intestinal bacteria.

• New Zealand green-lipped mussel: Included as a joint-supporting ingredient.

• Balanced calcium and phosphorus: Supports normal bone and tooth development.

• Small oven-baked biscuits: Designed for growing puppies and smaller mouths.

• Grain-free recipe: Made without wheat, maize, rice or other cereal grains.

• No rendered meat meal: Made using whole free-range chicken.

• Complete and balanced: Formulated for everyday puppy feeding.

• Suitable from weaning: Biscuits can be softened with warm water for younger puppies.

• 2kg bag: Convenient for trial feeding and maintaining freshness.

Specially Formulated for Growing Puppies

Puppies have different nutritional requirements from adult dogs.

During their first year, they undergo rapid physical development, including growth of muscles, bones, teeth and internal organs.

They also experience important neurological and sensory development.

McAdams Puppy Free Range Chicken is formulated to provide the nutrients needed during this period.

The recipe includes:

• Protein for muscle and tissue development

• Dietary fats for energy

• DHA-containing salmon oil for brain and retinal development

• Calcium and phosphorus for normal skeletal growth

• Vitamins and minerals for normal physiological function

• Prebiotics for digestive support

• Omega fatty acids for skin and coat health

The manufacturer recommends the food from weaning to approximately 12 months.

Very large and giant breed puppies may have different growth periods and specific nutritional requirements. Owners of these breeds should confirm suitability and feeding duration with their veterinary surgeon.

50% Whole British Free-Range Chicken

Chicken is the main ingredient in McAdams Puppy Food, making up half of the recipe.

McAdams uses whole British free-range chickens sourced from RSPCA Assured farms.

Chicken provides animal protein containing essential amino acids needed for:

• Normal muscle development

• Tissue growth and repair

• Immune function

• Healthy skin and coat

• Enzyme and hormone production

• Everyday growth and maintenance

The recipe contains 27% crude protein, supporting the increased protein requirements of growing puppies.

McAdams also avoids rendered meat meal, using fresh whole chicken as its primary animal ingredient.

RSPCA Assured Chicken – Supporting Higher Welfare Standards

McAdams places particular emphasis on the welfare of animals used in its pet food.

The manufacturer states that its dry foods use meat sourced from RSPCA Assured farms.

RSPCA Assured is a farm animal welfare assurance scheme that assesses participating farms against specified welfare standards.

By selecting free-range chicken from these farms, McAdams aims to combine premium pet nutrition with responsible sourcing.

17% Sweet Potato

Sweet potato is the second-largest ingredient in McAdams Puppy Free Range Chicken.

The recipe contains 17% sweet potato.

Sweet potato provides carbohydrates that can be used for energy, alongside dietary fibre and naturally occurring plant nutrients.

It is commonly used in grain-free dog food recipes as an alternative to cereal grains.

McAdams combines sweet potato with tapioca and lentils to provide carbohydrate sources and help create the oven-baked biscuit structure.

Salmon Oil and DHA for Brain Development

DHA, or docosahexaenoic acid, is a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid important for normal brain and retinal development.

During puppyhood, DHA contributes to the development of the nervous system and visual function.

McAdams Puppy contains salmon oil, a source of marine omega-3 fatty acids.

The manufacturer highlights DHA as an important feature of the puppy recipe.

Its published analysis declares:

Fatty Acid Group	Percentage
Omega-6	3.4%
Omega-3	0.5%

The manufacturer does not separately publish the DHA or EPA concentration.

Therefore, the precise amount of DHA provided by each serving cannot be calculated from the available declaration.

Balanced Calcium and Phosphorus for Growing Bones

Calcium and phosphorus are essential minerals for normal skeletal development.

Puppies require an appropriate balance of these nutrients to support the growth of bones and teeth.

McAdams Puppy declares:

Mineral	Percentage
Calcium	1.1%
Phosphorus	0.9%

Calcium-to-phosphorus ratio: Approximately 1.22:1.

This ratio falls within commonly used nutritional ranges for growing dogs.

However, the suitability of a puppy food for very large or giant breeds also depends on total calcium intake, energy intake and the formulation's intended growth category.

Do not add calcium supplements to a complete puppy diet unless specifically directed by your vet.

FOS and MOS Prebiotics for Puppy Digestion

A puppy's digestive system is still developing, and changes in food, environment or routine can sometimes lead to digestive upset.

McAdams Puppy contains two prebiotic ingredients intended to support normal intestinal function.

FOS – Fructo-oligosaccharides (0.15%)

FOS are fermentable carbohydrates that can be used by certain beneficial intestinal bacteria.

They help support a balanced intestinal microbial environment.

MOS – Mannan Oligosaccharides (0.15%)

MOS are commonly included in puppy foods to support digestive health.

They complement other dietary fibres and contribute to normal gastrointestinal function.

The manufacturer describes the recipe as supporting sensitive puppy tummies.

These ingredients are prebiotics, not live probiotic bacteria, despite some general manufacturer marketing referring to probiotics.

New Zealand Green-Lipped Mussel – 0.02%

McAdams Puppy contains 0.02% New Zealand green-lipped mussel.

Green-lipped mussel naturally contains marine lipids, glycosaminoglycans and other compounds associated with joint health.

It is commonly included in joint-support supplements and some premium pet foods.

In this recipe, it forms part of the nutritional support for growing puppies.

It should not be considered a treatment for developmental orthopedic conditions or joint disease.

Hand-Cut Irish Seaweed – 0.03%

The recipe contains 0.03% hand-cut Irish seaweed.

Seaweed provides naturally occurring marine nutrients and trace elements.

It contributes to the recipe's variety of plant and marine ingredients.

Because seaweed may contain iodine, dogs with thyroid conditions or specific dietary restrictions should have their diets assessed by a veterinary surgeon.

Botanical Ingredients and Natural Antioxidants

McAdams Puppy includes small quantities of carefully selected plant ingredients, including:

• Marigold

• Dried orange

• Camomile

• Carrot

• Cranberries

• Rosemary

• Spinach

• Tomatoes

• Lavender

These ingredients contribute flavour, plant compounds and naturally occurring nutrients.

The food is preserved using mixed tocopherols, which are antioxidant compounds related to vitamin E.

Small Oven-Baked Biscuits for Puppy Mouths

McAdams uses a gentle oven-baking process rather than conventional extrusion.

The manufacturer produces smaller biscuits for its puppy recipe, making them easier for young dogs to manage.

The biscuits can also be softened with warm water during weaning.

This is particularly useful for puppies transitioning from milk to solid food.

How to Soften McAdams Puppy Food

1. Place the appropriate amount of dry food into a clean feeding bowl.

2. Add a small amount of warm water.

3. Allow the biscuits to soften.

4. Stir and check that the food is comfortably lukewarm before feeding.

5. Discard any uneaten moistened food promptly.

Avoid using boiling water immediately before feeding, and do not leave softened food sitting at room temperature for prolonged periods.

Grain-Free and Meat Meal-Free Recipe

McAdams Puppy contains no cereal grains such as wheat, maize or rice.

Instead, it uses sweet potato, tapioca, lentils and other carefully selected ingredients.

The recipe also contains no rendered meat meal.

However, grain-free diets are not automatically more suitable for every puppy.

For puppies with suspected food allergies or digestive problems, veterinary guidance is recommended rather than selecting a grain-free food solely on the assumption that grains cause allergies.

Composition

Whole British Free Range Chicken (50%), Sweet Potato (17%), Pea Protein, Tapioca, Chicken Fat, Yeast, Vitamins and Minerals, Chicken Stock, Vegetable Fibre, Lentils, Salmon Oil, Cellulose, Prebiotics (FOS 0.15%, MOS 0.15%), Marigold, Yucca Extract, Hand Cut Irish Seaweed (0.03%), Dried Orange, New Zealand Green-Lipped Mussel (0.02%), Camomile, Carrot (0.01%), Cranberries (0.01%), Rosemary, Spinach, Tomatoes, Lavender.

Analytical Constituents

Constituent	Percentage
Crude Protein	27%
Crude Fat	14.5%
Crude Fibre	3%
Crude Ash	8.5%
Omega-6	3.4%
Omega-3	0.5%
Calcium	1.1%
Phosphorus	0.9%

Metabolisable Energy: 372 kcal/100g.

Equivalent to:

• 3.72 kcal per gram

• 3,720 kcal per kilogram

• 7,440 kcal per 2kg bag

The manufacturer does not separately declare moisture content in its current online nutritional analysis.

Nutritional Additives

Declared amounts per kilogram of food:

Nutritional Additive	Amount
Vitamin A	14,500 IU
Vitamin D3	2,000 IU
Vitamin E	100 IU
Zinc	83mg
Iron	50mg
Manganese	35mg
Copper	15mg
Iodine	1.7mg
Selenium	0.29mg

Trace Element Sources:

• Zinc Sulphate Monohydrate

• Iron(II) Sulphate Monohydrate

• Manganous Sulphate Monohydrate

• Copper(II) Sulphate Pentahydrate

• Calcium Iodate Anhydrous and Potassium Iodide

• Sodium Selenite

Antioxidants: Naturally preserved with mixed tocopherols.

Recommended Daily Puppy Feeding Guide

The following feeding quantities are published by McAdams.

They are based on your puppy's estimated adult weight, rather than their current weight.

Estimated Adult Weight	2–6 Months	6–9 Months	9–12 Months
1–5kg	70–100g	100–70g	70g → Adult
5–10kg	160–200g	200–180g	180g → Adult
10–25kg	250–290g	290–300g	300–260g
25–45kg	440–480g	480–500g	500–470g

These are manufacturer guidelines and may require adjustment according to the puppy's actual growth rate, body condition and activity level.

For puppies younger than two months, follow an appropriate weaning programme and veterinary or breeder guidance.

How Often Should I Feed My Puppy?

Younger puppies generally benefit from smaller, more frequent meals.

A practical starting schedule is:

Puppy Age	Typical Meals Per Day
Weaning to 3 months	4 meals
3–6 months	3 meals
6–12 months	2 meals

Some puppies may need a different schedule depending on breed, size, appetite and veterinary recommendations.

Divide the total daily allowance between meals rather than feeding the full amount at each sitting.

How Many Calories Does McAdams Puppy Food Provide?

McAdams Puppy contains 372 kcal per 100g.

Food Amount	Approximate Calories
25g	93 kcal
50g	186 kcal
75g	279 kcal
100g	372 kcal
150g	558 kcal
200g	744 kcal
250g	930 kcal
300g	1,116 kcal
400g	1,488 kcal
500g	1,860 kcal

Weigh food using digital kitchen scales for consistent portions.

How Long Will a 2kg Bag Last?

A 2kg bag contains 2,000g of food.

Daily Feeding Amount	Approximate Duration
70g	28.6 days
100g	20 days
150g	13.3 days
200g	10 days
250g	8 days
300g	6.7 days
400g	5 days
500g	4 days

The 2kg bag is particularly useful for smaller puppies, trial feeding and households that prefer purchasing smaller bags.

How to Introduce McAdams Puppy Food

When changing from another puppy food, gradually introduce McAdams over approximately seven to ten days.

Days	Previous Food	McAdams Puppy
1–2	75%	25%
3–4	50%	50%
5–6	25%	75%
7 onwards	0%	100%

For puppies with particularly sensitive digestion, a slower transition may be appropriate.

If the puppy is being weaned from milk, follow a suitable weaning programme rather than this adult-style food transition schedule.

When Should I Change to Adult Dog Food?

McAdams recommends its Puppy Free Range Chicken recipe from weaning to approximately 12 months.

However, the appropriate age to move to adult food depends on breed size and growth rate.

Small breeds often reach maturity earlier than large and giant breeds.

Some larger dogs continue growing beyond 12 months.

For large and giant breed puppies, consult your vet about when to transition and whether this formula is appropriate throughout their growth period.

Storage Instructions

• Store in a cool, dry place.

• Keep away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.

• Reseal the bag securely after opening.

• If using a storage container, retain the original bag for batch information and best-before details.

• Use before the best-before date printed on the packaging.

• Always provide fresh drinking water.

• Store securely away from pets.

Product Specifications

Feature	Details
Brand	McAdams
Range	Puppy
Product Name	Free Range Chicken
Product Type	Complete Dry Puppy Food
Pack Size	2kg
Intended Life Stage	Puppy
Manufacturer's Recommended Age	Weaning to approximately 12 months
Main Ingredient	Whole British Free Range Chicken (50%)
Sweet Potato	17%
Protein	27%
Fat	14.5%
Fibre	3%
Energy	372 kcal/100g
Omega-6	3.4%
Omega-3	0.5%
Calcium	1.1%
Phosphorus	0.9%
Calcium-to-Phosphorus Ratio	Approximately 1.22:1
Prebiotics	FOS 0.15%, MOS 0.15%
Green-Lipped Mussel	0.02%
Irish Seaweed	0.03%
Grain-Free	Yes
Rendered Meat Meal-Free	Yes
Cooking Method	Oven-Baked
Biscuit Size	Small Puppy Kibble
Meat Sourcing	RSPCA Assured Farms

Frequently Asked Questions

What is McAdams Free Range Chicken Puppy Food?

It is a premium, complete, grain-free dry puppy food made with 50% whole British free-range chicken, formulated to support growth and development from weaning to approximately 12 months.

How much chicken does McAdams Puppy contain?

The recipe contains 50% whole British free-range chicken.

Is McAdams Puppy grain-free?

Yes. It contains no wheat, maize, rice or other cereal grains.

Is McAdams Puppy a complete food?

Yes. The manufacturer describes it as a complete and balanced diet for puppies.

What age can puppies start eating McAdams Puppy?

The manufacturer recommends it from weaning onwards. The biscuits can be softened with warm water to make them easier for very young puppies to eat.

Is McAdams Puppy suitable for all breeds?

The manufacturer markets it for growing puppies generally. Owners of large and giant breeds should confirm that its nutritional profile is suitable for their puppy's expected adult size and growth stage.

Is McAdams Puppy suitable for small breed puppies?

Yes. The recipe contains small oven-baked biscuits designed to be manageable for growing puppies.

Can I soften McAdams Puppy biscuits?

Yes. Add warm water and allow the biscuits to soften before feeding. Check the temperature and discard uneaten moistened food promptly.

Does McAdams Puppy contain DHA?

The manufacturer highlights DHA from salmon oil as a feature supporting brain and retinal development. However, it does not publish a separate DHA concentration.

Does McAdams Puppy contain salmon oil?

Yes. Salmon oil is included as a source of omega-3 fatty acids.

Does McAdams Puppy contain prebiotics?

Yes. It contains FOS at 0.15% and MOS at 0.15%.

Does McAdams Puppy contain probiotics?

The recipe declares FOS and MOS prebiotics rather than specific live probiotic strains. Although some manufacturer marketing uses the term probiotics, no live probiotic organisms are identified in the ingredient declaration.

Does McAdams Puppy contain green-lipped mussel?

Yes. The recipe contains 0.02% New Zealand green-lipped mussel.

Does McAdams Puppy contain calcium?

Yes. The current nutritional analysis declares 1.1% calcium and 0.9% phosphorus.

Should I add calcium supplements to McAdams Puppy?

No additional calcium should be given unless specifically recommended by your vet. Excess calcium can be harmful during growth, particularly in large breed puppies.

Is McAdams Puppy suitable for sensitive stomachs?

The recipe includes prebiotics and is marketed as highly digestible. However, puppies with persistent diarrhea, vomiting or poor growth should receive veterinary assessment.

Is McAdams Puppy suitable for dogs with chicken allergies?

No. Chicken is the main ingredient, and the recipe also contains chicken fat and chicken stock.

Does McAdams Puppy contain fish?

Yes. It contains salmon oil and New Zealand green-lipped mussel, so it is not suitable for puppies that must avoid these ingredients.

Does McAdams Puppy contain meat meal?

No. The manufacturer states that its food is made using whole free-range chicken rather than rendered meat meal.

Is McAdams Puppy oven-baked?

Yes. McAdams uses warm-air ovens to produce its dry biscuits.

How much protein does McAdams Puppy contain?

The current manufacturer's analysis declares 27% crude protein.

How much fat does McAdams Puppy contain?

The current manufacturer's analysis declares 14.5% crude fat.

How many calories are in McAdams Puppy?

The recipe provides 372 kcal per 100g, equivalent to 3,720 kcal per kilogram.

How much should I feed my puppy?

Feeding amounts depend on your puppy's age and expected adult weight. Follow the manufacturer's feeding table and adjust portions according to growth and body condition.

How many meals should a puppy eat each day?

Younger puppies typically benefit from three to four meals daily, reducing to approximately two meals as they mature.

Can I mix McAdams Puppy with wet food?

Yes. It can be combined with a suitable complete puppy wet food, provided total calories and nutritional balance are maintained.

When should I switch from McAdams Puppy to adult food?

The manufacturer recommends the puppy recipe up to approximately 12 months, but the ideal transition age depends on breed size and growth rate.

How long will a 2kg bag last?

At 100g per day, a 2kg bag lasts approximately 20 days. At 250g daily, it lasts around eight days.

Important Feeding Information

• Complete dry pet food for puppies.

• Intended for feeding from weaning to approximately 12 months, subject to breed-specific requirements.

• Feed according to age, estimated adult weight and body condition.

• Divide the daily allowance into appropriately sized meals.

• Introduce gradually when changing from another food.

• Biscuits may be softened with warm water during weaning.

• Always provide fresh drinking water.

• Contains chicken, salmon oil and green-lipped mussel.

• Not suitable for puppies with confirmed allergies to these ingredients.

• Do not add calcium or other mineral supplements without veterinary advice.

• Seek veterinary advice for puppies with persistent digestive problems, poor growth or suspected food allergies.

• Store securely away from pets.

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