Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Purina NC NeuroCare Canine Formula High Protein Dog Food
- Veterinary Diet
- Veterinary Diet
- Bag
- 1
A prescription-style diet worth considering only when a vet has recommended NC NeuroCare specifically for brain or urinary tract support.
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How it ranks among the 50 veterinary diets we track
4.4★ across 176 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
176 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
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The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 50 veterinary diets we track - how the scorecard works · full veterinary diets data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
This is a veterinary therapeutic diet, a 6 lb bag of chicken flavored kibble from Purina's veterinary diets line, formulated for dogs needing cognitive or urinary tract support rather than an everyday food.
The formula covers two distinct therapeutic uses, idiopathic epilepsy and brain aging support alongside urinary crystal prevention, in one bag. Because it's labeled a veterinary diet, it's meant to be fed under a vet's direction rather than chosen off the shelf for a healthy dog.
- Veterinary formula for brain and urinary health
- 6 lb bag, chicken flavor kibble
- High protein with antioxidants
- All breed sizes, adult dogs
Who it's for
For owners already working with a veterinarian on a dog's seizure management, cognitive decline, or urinary crystal issues. Not intended as a general maintenance food for a healthy adult dog with no diagnosed condition.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Formulated for two specific veterinary needs: cognitive and urinary support
- High protein kibble with added antioxidants
- Veterinary diet, not meant for general feeding without a vet's direction
- 6 lb bag is small for larger dogs on long term feeding
- No allergen breakdown beyond an allergen-free claim
Performance notes
The antioxidant and vitamin blend targets brain aging support while the same formula is marketed for urinary crystal prevention, so it's doing double duty rather than acting as a single-purpose supplement diet. High protein content is called out as part of the nutrient strategy.
Specifications
| Brand | Pro Plan Veterinary Diets |
|---|---|
| Model | 00038100172136 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 6 pounds |
| Package Size Name | 6 Pound |
| Dog Breed Size | All |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 6 pounds |
| Included Components | One (1) 6 lb. Bag - Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets NC NeuroCare Canine Formula Dry Dog Food |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 60 days |
| Other details | |
| Animal Food Diet Type | Veterinary Diet |
| Container Type | Bag |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | Nestle Purina Pet |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 00038100172136 |
| Animal Food Nutrient Content Claim | High Protein |
| Model Number | 00038100172136 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Idiopathic Epilepsy; Brain Aging; With Vitamins |
| Occasion | Birthday |
| Target Species | Dog |
| Product Benefits | Supports brain health and urinary tract health with high protein and antioxidants |
| Upc | 038100171030 |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '176', 'stars': '4.4'} |
| Additional Features | Veterinary Diet Formula with Unique Nutrient Blend for Cognitive Health and Urinary Crystal Prevention |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Brain health support, Urinary tract health support, Immune system support, Muscle care |
| Allergen Information | Allergen-Free |
| Item Form | Kibble |
| Asin | B071ZWH1NL |
| Special Ingredients | Antioxidant |
| Best Sellers Rank | #22,562 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #41 in Veterinary Diet Dog Food |
| Flavor | Chicken |
| Item Type Name | Dog Food |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in veterinary diets.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Purina NC NeuroCare Canine Formula High Protein Dog FoodThis product | 4.4 / 5 | 176 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Hill's Prescription Diet c/d Multicare Urinary Care Dry Dog FoodHill's | 4.7 / 5 | 2,200 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Hepatic Adult Dry Dog FoodROYAL | 4.7 / 5 | 538 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet KS Kidney Support Dry Dog FoodBlue | 4.2 / 5 | 413 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Hill's Prescription Diet i/d Low Fat Digestive Care Dry Dog FoodHill's | 4.7 / 5 | 2,000 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the Pro Plan Veterinary Diets 00038100172136
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does this dog food require a veterinarian's recommendation?
It's labeled a Veterinary Diet formula intended for dogs with specific conditions like idiopathic epilepsy, brain aging, or urinary crystal issues, so it should be fed under vet guidance.
What flavor is it?
Chicken.
What size bag is this?
A 6 lb bag (96 oz).