A satisfying and delicious dry dog food - high in protein and low in carbohydrates, which will help your fluffy friend lose excess body weight and maintain it in the long term. Also suitable for regulating blood sugar (glucose) and for treating diabetes in non-obese dogs. A healthy weight is essential for your dog's well-being and quality of life, but losing weight (and keeping it off) is more than just portion control. Help your dog reach and maintain its ideal weight with VETERINARY HPM® Weight Loss & Control dry dog food.
Key benefits and features:
- A complete and balanced food with moderate energy density, specifically designed for stable and gradual weight loss.
- Optimized high protein/low carbohydrate formula to promote fat loss while preserving lean muscle mass.
- High-quality animal proteins, delicious fats and fiber keep your dog full and satisfied while losing weight.
- L-carnitine helps metabolize fat during weight loss - for healthy fat metabolism.
- Added vitamins and minerals ensure your dog gets all the essential nutrients it needs, with smaller portions.
- Low glycemic index helps regulate blood sugar in diabetic dogs (whether obese or not).
- Slowly releases energy to avoid blood sugar spikes.
- Contains probiotics and prebiotics to support digestive health.
- Chondroitin and chitosan help protect against the effects of overweight on joints. Protect against joint degeneration. Keep joints flexible and mobile.
It may also be beneficial in the treatment of fiber-responsive colitis and constipation.
Not suitable for puppies, pregnant or lactating dogs, or dogs with chronic kidney disease.
Key ingredients:
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Chondroitin - this anti-inflammatory ingredient prevents joint degeneration, keeps joints hydrated and flexible, and supports recovery and regeneration.
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Chitosan - extracted from crustaceans, chitosan supports the structure, strength, and flexibility of joint cartilage.
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L-carnitine - an amino acid that supports energy production from fat, preserving the lean muscle mass your dog needs to stay fit and active during weight loss.
Composition: Dehydrated pork and poultry protein, rice¹, lignocellulose, hydrolyzed pork and poultry protein, animal fats, broad bean shells, potato starch¹, peas¹, linseed, minerals, beet pulp, brewer's yeast, psyllium husks (Plantago (L.) spp.), fructo-oligosaccharides, hydrolyzed crustaceans (source of chitosan), Lactobacillus acidophilus, chondroitin sulfate.
¹Carbohydrate sources
Analytical constituents (in % of raw material): Moisture 9%; Protein 34%; Animal to vegetable protein ratio 88/12; Fats 13%; Minerals 7.5%; Crude fiber 11%; NFE* 25.5%; Total dietary fiber 17%; Starch 18%; Total sugars 1%; Calcium 1.3%; Phosphorus 1.1%; Sodium 0.4%; Omega-6 fatty acids 2.2%; Omega-3 fatty acids 0.9%
Nutritional values: ME** calculated (kcal/100g)*** 342; ME** measured in vivo (kcal/100g) 325; Protein digestibility (in vivo; %) 82.5; Fat digestibility (in vivo; %) 94.5; Energy from protein (%) 48; Energy from fat (%) 32; Energy from NFE (%) 20; Protein to calorie ratio (g/Mcal) 129
* Nitrogen-free extract ** Metabolizable energy *** Protein to calorie ratio calculated with NRC 2006
Recommended duration of use: Weight reduction: until the desired body weight is reached, and then - if necessary, for its maintenance. Glucose intake regulation (Diabetes mellitus): initially up to 6 months.
Instructions for use: It is recommended to seek veterinary advice before use or before extending the period of use. Follow the feeding guidelines provided in the table and always provide fresh drinking water. For effective weight loss or ideal weight maintenance, the recommended daily caloric intake should not be exceeded. Introduce the new food gradually, mixing it with the old food over a period of at least 7 days. Store in a cool and dry place.
