Here are practical, Australia‑focused options and tips for choosing dry puppy food.

Top dry puppy foods available in Australia (good starting list)

• Ivory Coat Puppy (Raw Health / Grain‑Free Puppy formulas) — Australian brand with puppy formulas high in protein, omega oils and marketed for sensitive pups. (ivorycoat.com.au)
• Hill’s Science Diet Puppy — veterinary‑formulated, includes DHA for brain/eye development and balanced minerals for growing pups. Widely stocked in Australian pet stores and vet clinics. (petstock.com.au)
• Royal Canin Puppy (breed/size specific formulas) — (commonly recommended by vets for growth‑stage nutrient balance; available in Australia through clinics/retailers). (If you want, I can pull the exact Royal Canin puppy SKUs).
• Black Hawk Puppy — Australian premium brand (grain‑inclusive and grain‑free options) commonly recommended for growth and digestion.
• Advance Puppy (Mars Petcare / local lines) — has puppy formulas for different breed sizes and life stages.

What to look for on the bag (quick checklist)

• “Complete & Balanced” with a puppy/growth life‑stage label (ensures it meets regulatory nutrient profiles). Many Australian foods follow AAFCO or FEDIAF profiles. (petfoodreviews.com.au)
• Adequate protein and energy for growth — puppy formulas typically have higher protein and fat than adult foods. (FEDIAF/AAFCO give specific minimums; check the package or product page.) (pubhtml5.com)
• DHA (from fish oil) for brain/eye development — commonly included in vet formulas (e.g., Hill’s). (petstock.com.au)
• Appropriate calcium/phosphorus balance — especially important for large/giant breeds to reduce growth‑related bone problems (some brands make large‑breed puppy formulas). (pubhtml5.com)
• No misleading marketing: “human grade,” “superfood” or “raw‑inspired” can be fine, but confirm the food lists a complete nutrient analysis and life‑stage claim. (Ivory Coat uses a “raw‑inspired” approach but is sold as a complete kibble). (petstock.com.au)

Feeding & transition basics

• Follow the feeding guide on the bag as a starting point and adjust for body condition (puppies should look well‑muscled, not too thin or too chubby). (vetslovepets.com.au)
• Feed multiple small meals per day for young pups (commonly 3–4 meals up to ~4 months, then 2–3 meals until ~12 months depending on breed). Check the product’s feeding chart. (vetslovepets.com.au)
• Transition over 7 days when changing food: start 25% new / 75% old and gradually increase new food portion. (ivorycoat.com.au)

When to choose a special formula

• Large/giant breed puppy formulas (lower calorie density or controlled calcium) for breeds that grow fast. (pubhtml5.com)
• Sensitive stomach or food‑allsergy: consider limited‑ingredient or single‑protein formulas (some Ivory Coat / Black Hawk lines cover this). (ivorycoat.com.au)

Safety and vet checks

• Take your puppy to the vet for initial checks and ask which brand/formula they recommend for your puppy’s breed, size and health (vaccination and deworming status can change nutritional needs). For puppies with medical conditions use veterinary prescription diets. (vetslovepets.com.au)

If you want, I can:

• Look up current prices and where to buy a specific brand/size in Australia (pet stores, online retailers, or vets).
• Recommend a formula for your puppy’s breed, age and weight — tell me breed/expected adult size and current age/weight.

Would you like me to fetch prices/availability for any of the brands above?