Big Dogs

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Wholesome and natural nutrition recommended for Large Breed Puppies (55 - 100 lbs. at maturity) up to 15 months old..Growth Management: Meets the unique growth requirements of the large breed puppy to keep his growth rate under control.Up to the age of 15 months, large breed puppies will increase their birth weight by 70 times. Too much energy from fat can contribute to the acceleration of muscle and tissue development without corresponding skeletal growth. This imbalance can lead to potential skeletal problems.Higher protein levels (32%) from chicken and lamb to ensure optimal energy for growth while offering all the protein your puppy needs to build strong bones and muscles. A balanced calcium and phosphorus contents helps to build a solid skeleton and healthy teeth. And natural sources of glucosamine and chondroitin promote sound joint development.Digestive Safety: Provide for the digestive sensitivity of the large breed puppy.The digestive capacities of the puppy develop with age, but rather slowly. Up to the age of three months, the digestion of the large breed puppy is still delicate. A highly digestible food rich in proteins can help to prevent the appearance of disorders such as diarrhea, with serious consequences that can include retarded growth.A unique combination of ingredients of mineral and vegetable origin (chicory and beet pulp extracts) and a reduced starch level (less than 30%) coming purely from rice helps to guarantee maximum digestive safety.Joint Safety: Help protect the joints of the large breed dog. The large dogs body weight combined with an active temperament puts their joints under stress day after day. A food rich in the antioxidant vitamins E and C associated with natural sources of Glucosamine and Chondroitin help protect the joints. Complement the fragile immune system of the large breed puppy. Immunity BoosterAt weaning, the puppy gradually loses the immunity transmitted by its mother. It therefore has to develop its own immune defenses through its first year of life through contact with its environment and by means of vaccinations.Mannan oligo-saccharides (yeast extracts) may help to build the puppy's natural defenses by increasing the quantity of antibodies in a period of immune fragility and can help to promote the development of beneficial intestinal flora.100% Wholesome and Natural NutritionNatural, wholesome ingredients like chicken, lamb, and rice have each been carefully selected for their superior nutrient values (protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins, and minerals). Every Royal Canin diet is formulated to provide the optimal combination of these nutrients to provide the best possible nutrition and exceptional palatability.