Royal Canin dry and wet food for small breed dogs: review of flavors and lines, nutritional ratio

Compound

The main component of Royal Canin puppy food is protein, which is mainly represented by dehydrated (dehydrated) pork, beef, and poultry (chicken, turkey). The manufacturer always indicates on the packaging what type of meat product is contained in the food as a percentage. Another protein component is hydrolyzed animal proteins.

The source of complex carbohydrates in dry food for puppies is easily digestible rice, and brewer's rice grains have a high energy value.

Food for puppies and young dogs also includes high-quality by-products that supply the pet’s body with the necessary essential amino acids. For example, chicken fat is rich in Omega-6 polyunsaturated acid.

Royal Canin puppy food may also contain grains, vegetables, and fruits. Beet pulp improves digestion. Fructooligosaccharides act as a probiotic and normalize the number of colonies of intestinal beneficial microflora.

Royal Canin for large breeds, active puppies

Wheat gluten and corn gluten meal, which may also be included in the formulation, are fillers that increase the overall protein level in the composition.

The formula of the diet includes well-absorbed chelated minerals that are associated with protein amino acids, as well as fiber, powdered cellulose, which improves the functioning of the digestive tract of dogs, healthy fats and vitamins and minerals necessary for normal growth and development.

Nutrition during different periods of development

The puppy’s body develops gradually, so the transition from different types of food based on age should also be smooth. The following periods are distinguished in the formation of eating habits:

• from birth to weaning. Those who plan to breed dogs should remember that the bitch needs special nutrition during pregnancy and lactation. Refusal of mother's milk occurs gradually. At this time, the dog begins to regurgitate the required amount of puppy food. Little by little, babies can develop an interest in their mother's bowl. Since the active growth phase has not yet begun, they can eat soaked feed for the lactation period. This product is most often suitable for pups, for example, Royal Canin Puppy Starter;
• the period of growth and development can occur at different ages. This depends not only on the breed, but also on the individual characteristics of the animal. At the moment, young animals need the most balanced nutrition possible. Owners are advised to pay attention to Royal Canin Junior food for small breed puppies.

Also in the Royal Canin product line for dogs is wet food (pate), which is suitable for babies from 8-10 months (depending on the breed). This food is adapted to the structure of the jaws and the way they capture food.

Food for puppies up to two months

The Royal Canin company has developed special foods that are designed to provide proper nutrition to puppies of various breeds up to 2 months. Can be used for additional complementary feeding during early weaning from the mother dog. Also suitable for feeding pregnant bitches in the last trimester of pregnancy and for lactating females.

A properly formulated diet for a puppy is the key to normal growth, development and good health in adulthood.

The composition of Royal Canin
Start Complex dry food for large breed puppies is a unique combination of nutrients found in the milk of a nursing dog. Puppy food is supplemented with essential vitamins, minerals, and beneficial elements.

Croquettes can be soaked in milk and water. They have an attractive taste for young animals and lactating females.

Royal Canin food for puppies is calculated based on the following algorithm: a small dog requires 200–450 g of food, but the more active the dog, the more food it needs.

Medium breed puppies need 450–600 g per day, and large breed puppies need 630–910 g.

Food for puppies from 0 to 2 months (Royal Canin mousse for newborn puppies, starter food, mixtures);

1. Giant starter (Giant Starter). Complete high-quality nutrition from Royal Canin for large breed puppies.
2. Royal Canin Medium Starter (Royal Canin medium starter). High quality diet for medium breed puppies.
3. Mini starter (Royal Canin mini starter). High-quality super-premium diet for dogs of small decorative breeds.

It is also worth noting that if there is a need for artificial feeding of babies after birth, they are fed with a milk replacer for puppies from birth until weaning (Royal Canin Babydog Milk). The feeding period can be from 3 to 4 weeks.

This milk replacer can be used as a nutritional supplement if puppies do not have enough mother's milk, for example, with a large litter, or instead of it if the bitch does not have milk. The product is suitable for all types of breeds, but each will have a different dosage. It is indicated in the instructions.

Royal Canin starter foods are suitable for almost all breeds, but when starting complementary feeding, carefully monitor the condition and reaction of the babies. If food causes allergies or indigestion, consult a veterinarian or switch your pet to another food.

Serving sizes

Young dogs are often not aware of the amount of food they eat. The owners need to control this process. The puppy should not overeat to avoid the risk of overweight, but at the same time, he should not feel hungry.

The need for nutrients in individuals during the first months and years of life is higher than in adults. Food with high energy value is needed to support vital processes and full growth and development. During this period, the body actively forms new tissues: wool, teeth, bones, muscles. A young dog needs protein, fats, vitamins and minerals in greater quantities than a mature dog. An animal should receive all its useful substances not from quantity, but from quality. With the right food, your pet will get full faster, but he still does not know how to regulate his food intake.

Veterinarians calculate individual needs for animals of different ages, breeds and sizes. For example, it is recommended to adhere to the following daily allowances when feeding Royal Canin Mini Puppies:

In the future, it is recommended to gradually switch your pet to Royal Canin Mini Adult food for older puppies.

Rules for feeding any product are indicated in the instructions on the package.

Food for puppies from 2–3 to 15 months

The Royal Canin food line includes food for puppies of medium, large, giant, and miniature breeds, which allows you to properly organize nutrition for your pet based on the individual needs of the body.

A unique combination of nutritional beneficial components helps normalize digestive processes (LIP proteins), normalizes the balance of intestinal microflora (prebiotics, probiotics, FOS, MOS) in puppies of different ages.

The balanced composition satisfies the energy needs of a growing body and is highly palatable for dogs.

Detailed Specifications

Royal Canin produces high-quality nutritional diets for dogs. The company is developing medicinal foods based on accurate scientific data, confirmed by experience, and recommendations of nutritionists. Products in this category are combined into the Veterinary diet line and are suitable for use after being prescribed by a specialist.

Therapeutic dog food is developed taking into account scientific research and expert recommendations

Thanks to the increased calorie content of Gastro Intestinal food for dogs, the amount of food consumed is reduced. This reduces the load on the gastrointestinal tract.

Note! High nutritional value accelerates recovery processes and helps to regain weight lost during fasting and cleansing the body.

Ready-made food for small breed puppies

Small breed puppies have a very sensitive gastrointestinal tract. Children are prone to constipation and often suffer from food allergies.

Royal Canin Mini Junior is a complete food for small breed puppies aged from 2 to 10–15 months (adult dog weight up to 10 kg). Completely satisfies the energy needs of small decorative dogs, strengthens the immune system, prevents the formation of tartar and plaque, thanks to calcium chelates, and stimulates the appetite of picky eating pets.

The composition includes dehydrated (dehydrated) poultry meat, corn flour (corn), vegetable and animal fats, beet pulp, egg powder, cereals, minerals, fish oil, fructooligosaccharides, yeast, vitamins, amino acids (lutein, taurine, methionine, cystine ), dietary fiber.

For small dog breeds

Composition of products and vitamins

The composition of the product is not only balanced, but also very diverse. The main ingredients include dehydrated poultry, concentrated erect marigold extract, rice, hydrolyzed yeast, vegetable protein isolate, fatty acid salt, corn, fructooligosaccharides, beet pulp, soybean oil, hydrolyzed animal protein, as well as soybean oil and fish oil.

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It is worth familiarizing yourself with the chemical composition of puppy food in more detail.

Important! If the owner is in doubt about the choice of food, it is better to additionally consult with a veterinarian.

Food for Yorkshire Terrier puppies

Yorkies are susceptible to various diseases from birth and throughout their lives. Representatives of these breeds often suffer from nutritional allergies and intestinal disorders. In addition, these cute doll-like dogs are quite picky eaters and often beg for various treats.

Royal Canin Yorkshire Junior is created based on a unique formula specifically for Yorkshire Terrier puppies. Designed for feeding dogs up to 10 months.

Dry food maintains the balance of intestinal flora, improves digestion, promotes the beauty of the coat, and activates the body's immune potential.

The convenient size of the granules, the kibble promotes normal gripping and chewing and is designed specifically for small jaws.

For Yorkie and mini-Yorkie puppies after 10 months of age, buy specialized complete food Royal Canin Yorkshire Terrier Adult.

Dry specialized food Royal Canin for Yorkie puppies

Power lines

Royal Canin food manufacturers are trying to reach the maximum audience of dogs and meet the needs of different groups. The product range includes everyday food for puppies, adult dogs, and veterinary diets.

Puppy food

The body of young puppies grows quickly, they need an increased content of proteins, vitamins and minerals.

The line for puppies is represented by the following foods:

• Junior (Mini, Medium, Maxi) – formulations are developed taking into account the dog’s weight and age needs. For each breed there are age restrictions regarding the consumption of these feeds. Some can use it for up to 8 months, others for up to 1-1.5 years.
• Junior Active – designed for active giant puppies with excess energy expenditure.
• Starter – for puppies from 2 months of age. The food gradually accustoms dogs to adult food.
• Indoor - a menu for miniature dogs, has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.
• Urban – suitable for puppies living in environmentally unfavorable conditions.

Food for adult dogs

Gradually, puppies must be switched to adult food, taking into account their weight and health status.

Royal Canin presents a wide variety of products for the daily consumption of adult dogs:

• Adult (mini, maxi, medium) – designed for different breeds, taking into account the weight of the animals.
• 5-8+ and 10-12+ are a product segment that clearly regulates the age of the dog.
• Urban Adult is a diet for adult pets living in a metropolitan area.
• Agility, Endurance 4800 – designed for overly active pets, as well as for those participating in dog agility. There are food options for animals of different weight categories.

Veterinary diet

Not all dogs are in excellent health. For those who have certain problems, the Royal Canin brand has developed special foods. They contain the elements necessary to maintain health and do not contain harmful ingredients. Such products have a certain therapeutic effect and are used as an auxiliary therapy. It is recommended to give it to a dog only on the recommendation of a veterinarian.

Lines of medicinal feeds:

• Cardiac (for dogs with heart disease);
• Calm (for stress);
• Weight Control (for weight control);
• Gastro Intenstila Low Fat (for sensitive stomachs);
• Diabetic (for dogs with diabetes);
• Neutered (for sterilized);
• Skin Care (for dermatitis);
• Mobility (for diseases of the musculoskeletal system);
• Hepatic (for liver diseases);
• Sensitivity Control (for those prone to allergies).

Food for medium breed puppies Medium Junior

Medium Junior is a complete dry food for puppies of medium-sized dogs (weight of adult dogs - from 12 to 26 kg) up to 12-13 months of age. Premium dry food has a balanced composition, which is enriched with amino acids, minerals, vitamins, and other beneficial substances for the normal growth and development of medium breed dogs.

The food contains calcium, magnesium, fluorine, iodine, molybdenum, selenium, sodium, magnesium, vitamin D3, fish oil, dietary fiber, and plant fiber. Medium Junior helps strengthen the bones, prevents rickets, the formation of plaque and tartar.

Suitable for German Shepherd, Labrador, Retriever, Belgian, Dalmatian, Beagle, Medium Poodle puppies.

For medium breed puppies (weighing 11 to 25 kg) aged 12 months to 7 years, purchase Medium Adult.

Food for teenage dogs

Royal Canin food line

When choosing industrial food - dry or canned, it is necessary to take into account the characteristics of the dog’s body, age, breed, activity. The owner must take care of a balanced diet, a sufficient amount of protein, the presence of vitamins, minerals, and useful components.

Royal Canin products are sold in veterinary pharmacies and pet stores. The assortment is wide, and the price of premium food is considered average.

For puppies

Babies grow quickly, they need a lot of protein for health and proper development, calcium to strengthen bones, teeth, vitamins, as well as hypoallergenic food. There is dry food produced for puppies of small breeds, the emphasis of its composition is on weight gain. There are types of food for large individuals that help form the correct skeleton.

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For newborn puppies and nursing females:

• Mini starter – recommended for decorative indoor dogs;
• Giant – food with this marking is suitable for large breed puppies;
• Medium – for medium-sized dogs;
• babydog milk is a substitute for mother's milk or an additive if necessary when there is insufficient quantity.

The starting line of Royal Canin food contains a set of nutrients, minerals, and vitamin complexes that can complement natural nutrition. Dry croquettes are soaked in milk or water.

Expert opinion

Anna Abramenko

An avid dog lover. Experience in veterinary medicine since 2009.

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If, after starting complementary feeding, your dog has a reaction in the form of allergic rashes or digestive problems, you should consult a veterinarian and look for another food option for him.

When no problems arise, an older puppy from 2 months to a year is switched to dry complete dog food marked Junior on the package.

1. Mini - in the first positions in the composition are poultry meat, vegetable proteins, fats, carbohydrates, fiber. Calcium chelate stimulates digestion, fish oil affects the health of the coat. The food is recommended for strengthening the immune system of small dogs with sensitive intestines.
2. Yorkshire – designed for feeding Yorkshire terriers. These animals often get sick and are prone to allergic reactions and gastrointestinal disorders. The finished mixture has a beneficial effect on the balance of microflora and strengthens the Yorkie's immune system. The convenient format in the form of granules and cookies is suitable for the small jaw of the animal.
3. Medium Junior – designed for puppies up to one year old, belonging to medium breeds of dogs (Labradors, retrievers, Dalmatians, poodles, hounds). Contains a complex supplement of vitamins, minerals, fish oil and fiber.
4. Giant or Active Junior - this food contains a lot of calcium, which strengthens the bone structure and joints of large breed puppies.
5. Urban – recommended for kids growing up in large and polluted cities.

Royal Canin for giant breed puppies and large dogs

Royal Canin Giant Junior dry food is intended for giant and large breed puppies aged 8 months to 7 years. Satisfies the moderate energy needs of puppies and young dogs with a long growth period. Helps strengthen bone structures and joints, improves skeletal mineralization due to the increased content of calcium and phosphorus, and activates the body's natural defenses.

The price of feed depends on its composition, volume, and packaging capacity. More detailed information about Royal Canin products is available on the company's official website.

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Advantages and disadvantages

Like any dog ​​food, Royal Canin has its pros and cons. The advantages of this brand of food include:

• a wide range designed for dogs of different ages and breeds;
• good composition of vitamins and minerals;
• accessibility - can be bought in almost all pet supply stores and large supermarkets;
• relatively low cost.

Disadvantages of food:

• the origin of offal and animal proteins in the composition is questionable;
• specific grains and antioxidants in the composition are not specified;
• the percentage of the main ingredients is not indicated;
• use of preservatives;
• low fiber levels;
• products produced in Russia are of worse quality than those produced in European factories.

Price

Royal Canin food is positioned in the super premium segment. Their cost depends on the weight of the package and purpose.

Average cost of dry food:

• 0.5 kg – about 300 rubles;
• 1.5 kg – 560-700 rub;
• 3 kg – 900-1300 rub;
• 7.5 kg – 3000-3500 rub;
• 14 kg – from 6000 rub;
• 15 kg – from 4700 rub.

The medicinal line of food is more expensive. A 195 g jar of wet food costs from 80 rubles.

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