Canagan Petite Chicken & Salmon | Free-Range Chicken & Scottish Salmon
Canagan Petite Chicken & Salmon is a premium grain-free dry food crafted specifically for small breed dogs. Built around 29% freshly prepared free-range chicken and 20% freshly prepared Scottish salmon, this recipe delivers an exceptional dual-protein base that supports lean muscle maintenance, immune health, and a healthy skin and coat. The small kibble size is engineered for the smaller jaws and teeth of toy and small breeds, and the inclusion of glucosamine, MSM, and chondroitin sulphate makes this one of the most comprehensively joint-supported dry foods in the small breed category. Suitable for adults and puppies from weaning.
Key Benefits
- 29% freshly prepared free-range chicken — a high-quality lean protein source rich in amino acids, vitamins, phosphorus, and selenium for immune and muscle health
- 20% freshly prepared Scottish salmon — sourced from the Scottish Highlands, providing easily digestible protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and selenium
- Grain-free formula — free from wheat, corn, and soy, with sweet potato and potato as digestible carbohydrate sources suited to small breed sensitivities
- Glucosamine (1,780 mg/kg), MSM (1,780 mg/kg) & chondroitin sulphate (1,250 mg/kg) — a comprehensive joint support complex, particularly valuable for small breeds prone to joint issues as they age
- Omega-3 (1.1%) & omega-6 (2.8%) — dual fatty acid profile from salmon and chicken sources supporting skin health, coat condition, and cognitive function
- Fructooligosaccharides (FOS) — a natural prebiotic to support healthy gut flora and digestive balance
- Psyllium — a natural source of soluble fibre to support digestive regularity
- Botanical blend — camomile, peppermint, marigold, aniseed, and fenugreek for flavour and functional digestive benefits
- Small kibble size — specifically sized for small breed mouths and teeth
- High metabolisable energy — 389 kcal/100g, providing caloric density suited to the higher metabolic rate of small breeds
At a Glance
| Attribute |
Detail |
| Lead proteins |
Freshly prepared free-range chicken (29%), freshly prepared Scottish salmon (20%) |
| Dietary type |
Grain-free, natural, high-protein |
| Suitable for |
Small breed dogs, puppies and adults |
| Kibble size |
Small — designed for small breed mouths |
| Pack sizes |
750g, 1.5kg |
| Metabolisable energy |
389 kcal/100g |
| Joint supplements |
Glucosamine 1,780 mg/kg, MSM 1,780 mg/kg, chondroitin sulphate 1,250 mg/kg |
| Country of origin |
United Kingdom (Scottish salmon) |
Full Composition
Freshly prepared free-range chicken (29%), freshly prepared Scottish salmon (20%), sweet potato, dried chicken (10%), potato, peas, dried salmon (5.5%), chicken gravy (1.85%), glucosamine (1,780 mg/kg), MSM (1,780 mg/kg), alfalfa, dried egg (0.62%), chondroitin sulphate (1,250 mg/kg), apple, carrot, psyllium, seaweed, fructooligosaccharides, spinach, cranberry, camomile, peppermint, marigold, aniseed, fenugreek.
Nutritional Information (per 100g)
| Nutrient |
Amount |
| Crude protein |
32% |
| Fat content |
16.5% |
| Crude fibre |
2.5% |
| Crude ash |
8% |
| Moisture |
8% |
| Omega-6 |
2.8% |
| Omega-3 |
1.1% |
| Calcium |
1.5% |
| Phosphorus |
1% |
| Metabolisable energy |
389 kcal/100g |
Nutritional Additives (per kg)
| Additive |
Amount |
| Vitamin A |
15,000 IU |
| Vitamin D3 |
1,200 IU |
| Vitamin E |
150 mg |
| Taurine |
1,500 mg |
| Zinc (zinc oxide) |
90 mg |
| Zinc (chelate of amino acids hydrate) |
45 mg |
| Copper (II) sulphate pentahydrate |
10 mg |
| Iodine (calcium iodate anhydrous) |
2 mg |
| Selenium (sodium selenite) |
0.2 mg |
🐾 Kimi's Expert Verdict
The Canagan Petite Chicken & Salmon dry food is one of the most nutritionally complete small breed kibbles on the market, and it earns that distinction through the quality and quantity of its key ingredients rather than marketing claims. The combination of 29% freshly prepared free-range chicken and 20% freshly prepared Scottish salmon is exceptional — 49% total fresh meat inclusion at named, traceable sources is a benchmark that very few competitors in this category can match. The joint support complex is equally impressive: glucosamine and MSM at 1,780 mg/kg each, combined with chondroitin sulphate at 1,250 mg/kg, represents a therapeutic-level inclusion that actively supports joint health rather than simply ticking a box on the label. This is particularly valuable for small breeds, many of which are prone to luxating patella and other joint conditions as they age. The omega-3 profile (1.1%) from dual salmon sources supports skin, coat, and cognitive health, and the inclusion of taurine (1,500 mg/kg) is a meaningful addition for cardiac health — a consideration that is increasingly relevant given ongoing research into grain-free diets and dilated cardiomyopathy. The FOS prebiotic and psyllium fibre support digestive health, and the botanical blend adds both palatability and functional benefit. At 389 kcal/100g, the energy density is well-calibrated for the higher metabolic demands of small breeds. Available in 750g and 1.5kg bags. At Kimi's Pet Emporium, this is our top-rated everyday dry food for small breeds. Highly recommended.