Latest three-month snapshot through 2026-07-27 · 1 wave. Use the controls above to change the window.
Dog Food · 1 wave · n=72 answers, pooled
How often each model brings the brand up in recommendation answers.
| model | share of voice | answers |
|---|---|---|
| ChatGPT | 25% | 6 of 24 |
| Claude | 21% | 5 of 24 |
| Gemini | 21% | 5 of 24 |
Wave-by-wave share of recommendation answers that named this brand.
| wave | share of voice | answers | change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-27 | 22% | 16 of 72 |
Recurring descriptions in the models' own words, grouped by theme.
“While both are top-tier, veterinarian-recommended brands that meet the strict World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) nutritional guidelines, **Purina Pro Plan Puppy** is the superior all-around choice for a growing puppy for several key reasons:”
“This is Royal Canin's closest rival and is heavily recommended by vets and breeders. Like Royal Canin, Pro Plan offers highly specific formulas tailored to puppy sizes (Toy, Small, Medium, Large, Giant) as well as specialized lines like *Sensitive Skin & Stomach* (which uses salm”
“* **Guaranteed Probiotics:** Unlike standard Hill’s Science Diet puppy formulas, most Purina Pro Plan Puppy recipes feature guaranteed live probiotics.”
“* **Better Value:** Purina Pro Plan is generally slightly more budget-friendly per pound than Hill's Science Diet.”
“Live Probiotics”
“You should get **Purina Pro Plan Puppy**.”
“It is Backed by Rigorous Science (WSAVA Compliant)”
“pick this one, with one big caveat: it's only the right choice if your dog is actually a puppy (generally under 12 months, or up to 18-24 months for large breeds)”
“Both are solid, research-backed choices, but I’d pick Pro Plan Puppy for its puppy-specific formulation with DHA, antioxidants, and guaranteed live probiotics.”
“It is also complete and balanced for growth.”
96 exact quoted mentions in this snapshot, grouped by coded tone. Recent quotes are deduplicated and mixed across models.
“Highly respected by breeders and vets alike. They offer tailored formulas, such as "Under 1 Year," "Sensitive Skin & Stomach" (excellent for puppies with loose stools), and formulas split by breed size.”
“**Purina Pro Plan Puppy.** Here's why, if you're picking just one:”
“Well-regarded options often recommended by vets include: Purina Pro Plan Puppy”
“Purina Pro Plan is the most popular substitute for Royal Canin among breeders and vets. It is heavily backed by nutritional science and contains real meat as the first ingredient.”
“I'd pick Pro Plan for its broader puppy-specific lineup and its dry puppy formulas' DHA, antioxidant support, and guaranteed live probiotics.”
“For comparison, Purina Pro Plan Puppy Chicken & Rice is about **$2.21/lb** for the 34-lb bag.”
“Purina Pro Plan Puppy is generally considered a solid, worthwhile mid-to-upper tier puppy food for most owners — though it's not without some trade-offs.”
“Compared with Pro Plan Puppy at about $2.21/lb”
“Purina Pro Plan is one of the most widely recommended dog foods by veterinarians”
“Purina Pro Plan Puppy Shredded Blend was about $2.21/lb in a 34-lb bag”
“If your dog is an adult, eating **Purina Pro Plan Puppy** long-term can lead to obesity and nutritional imbalances due to its high calorie, fat, and calcium levels.”
Which competitors models suggest when shoppers ask for something cheaper.
20 of 96 mentions appear alongside an identifiable web citation. Citation does not establish causation.
| cited source | mentions |
|---|---|
| iheartdogs.com | 4 |
| petmd.com | 2 |
| amcvetmed.com | 2 |
| quora.com | 2 |
| reddit.com | 2 |
| fureverkare.com | 2 |
| purina.com | 2 |
| paumanokvethospital.com | 1 |
| levittownvet.com | 1 |
| completedogguide.com | 1 |
| vetstreet.com | 1 |
| healthline.com | 1 |
Stores and sites models name as places to buy this brand.
| retailer | mentions |
|---|---|
| purina | 10 |
| Walmart | 4 |
| shop | 4 |
| Petco | 1 |
| Chewy | 1 |
Method: fixed shopper questions asked repeatedly to Claude, OpenAI GPT and Gemini with web search on. Shares are the percentage of recommendation answers mentioning the brand. Quotes are AI outputs; full transcripts are kept as receipts.