MAIN BENEFITS AND CHARACTERISTICS
Low phosphorus
The low phosphorus content helps reduce the incidence of kidney disease and the risk of secondary hyperparathyroidism.
Limited protein content
The food contains a limited amount of high-quality protein, which helps reduce the production of toxins associated with uraemia. At the same time, it supports kidney function and overall body condition.
Phosphorus-binding ingredients
Phosphorus binders (chitosan and calcium carbonate) help reduce phosphorus absorption in the digestive tract.
High energy density and palatability
Thanks to its high energy density, smaller meal portions can be offered. Its palatability helps prevent symptoms of malnutrition(1).
High EPA and DHA (omega-3) content
The food’s high omega-3 content, especially EPA and DHA, helps limit inflammatory processes associated with kidney disease.
OTHER BENEFITS AND CHARACTERISTICS
Enhances antioxidant activity
High vitamin E content strengthens the antioxidant defense system.
Reduces risk of gastrointestinal ulceration
Added bentonite helps protect the gastrointestinal mucosa from damage associated with uraemia.
Reduces the risk of metabolic acidosis
The added alkalizing ingredient (calcium carbonate) helps reduce the risk of metabolic acidosis.
Reduces the risk of hyperparathyroidism
Added calcium (Ca:P ratio = 2) helps counteract the side effects of elevated blood phosphate levels and reduces the risk of secondary hyperparathyroidism.
Reduces the risk of hypokalaemia
Added potassium compensates for urinary potassium losses and helps prevent hypokalaemia.
Reduces the risk of lower urinary tract diseases
A precisely balanced struvite and oxalate RSS value supports urinary tract health.
RSS: Relative Super Saturation.
Suitable for adult and senior dogs
Contains all essential nutrients required for daily maintenance of adult and elderly dogs.
Packaging sizes: 3 kg and 12 kg
COMPOSITION
Rice, dried pork and poultry protein(1), animal fat, peas, potato starch, faba bean hulls, minerals, hydrolysed pork and poultry protein(1), lignocellulose, flaxseed, dried beet pulp, fish oil, fructo-oligosaccharides, brewer’s yeast, hydrolysed shellfish (source of chitosan), Lactobacillus acidophilus, chondroitin sulfate.
1)Sources of crude protein.
SPECIAL INGREDIENTS / ADDITIVES
● Bentonite 5 g/kg
● Inactivated lactic acid bacteria 7 mg/kg
● L-carnitine 330 mg/kg
● Chitosan 800 mg/kg
● Calcium carbonate 1 %
● Vitamin E 570 mg/kg
NUTRIENTS
(percentage of composition)
● Moisture 9
● Crude protein 20.5
● Animal/plant protein ratio 70/30
● Fat 22
● Minerals 5.5
● Crude fiber 5.5
● NFE* 37.5
● Starch 30
● Calcium 0.8
● Phosphorus 0.4
● Sodium 0.3
● Potassium 0.8
● Omega-6 fatty acids 2.7
● Omega-3 fatty acids 1
● EPA + DHA 0.4
KEY NUTRITIONAL VALUES
● Calculated ME** (kcal/100 g)*** 391
● In vivo measured ME** (kcal/100 g) 395
● Protein digestibility (in vivo; %) 84
● Fat digestibility (in vivo; %) 95.5
● Energy from protein (%) 18
● Energy from fat (%) 48
● Energy from NFE (%) 34
● Protein-to-calorie ratio (g/Mcal) 52
* Nitrogen-free extract (NFE)
** Metabolizable energy
*** Calculated according to NRC 2006