Satiety Weight Management Small Dog
Formulated for weight loss in small dogs, Satiety Support Weight Management Small Dog is designed to help reduce hunger. This diet is especially formulated to support the specific dental and urinary needs of small dogs.
Recommended for (indications):
Obesity
Being overweight
Diabetes mellitus (both normal and overweight dogs)
Hyperlipidaemia associated with obesity
Weight management
Not recommended for (contraindications):
Pregnancy, lactation and growth
Chronic disease requiring an increased energy intake
Feeding Advice:
Prior to prescribing, individual target weight should be determined. The energy allowance (kcal) per kg target body weight is based on the dog’s body condition score (BCS) however this is only an initial indication. The amount of food necessary to induce weight loss can vary between individual dogs. This is why close monitoring by your veterinarian is required to regularly update the food quanitity ration and ensure continued weight loss. It is recommended that a veterinarian’s opinion be sought before use or before extending the period of use.
Key Benefits:
REDUCES HUNGER A special blend of fibres increases the volume of the stomach contents and promotes satiety by reducing the spontaneous consumption of food.
HIGH PROTEIN A high protein content (111g/1000kcalME) helps maintain muscle mass during a weight loss program. It also aids with the feeling of fullness as well as improving palatability.
Nutrients balance
Enriched with nutrients (in particular, protein, minerals amd vitamins) to compensate for the effect of energy restriction during a weight loss program.
DENTAL HEALTH The inclusion of calcium chelation agent sodium polyphosphate helps reduce tartar production and maintain good overall dental health.
S/O INDEX Formulated to help prevent particular urinary crystals (struvite & oxalate crystals).
Dehydrated poultry protein, vegetable fibres, wheat gluten*, tapioca, maize gluten, hydrolysed animal proteins, chicory pulp, maize, wheat, animal fats, psyllium husks and seeds, minerals, fish oil, fatty acid salt, fructo-oligo-saccharides, hydrolysed crustaceans (source of glucosamine), marigold extract (source of lutein), hydrolysed cartilage (source of chondroitin). ADDITIVES (per kg): Nutritional additives: Vitamin A: 18800 IU, Vitamin D3: 1000 IU, E1 (Iron): 35 mg, E2 (Iodine): 3.5 mg, E4 (Copper): 7 mg, E5 (Manganese): 45 mg, E6 (Zinc): 136 mg, E8 (Selenium): 0.06 mg - Preservatives - Antioxidants. ANALYTICAL CONSTITUENTS: Protein: 30% - Fat content: 9.5% - Crude ash: 6.7% - Crude fibres: 15.5% - Metabolisable energy: 2668 kcal/kg. *L.I.P.: protein selected for its very high assimilation.
Feeding guide
Recommended daily quantities (g/day):
Water should be available at all times
It is recommended to divide the daily intake into 2 meals
Target adult dog weight (kg) |
Start |
After 4 weeks if the dog did not lose weight |
Maintenance |
|
grams |
grams |
grams |
2 kg |
44 |
38 |
42 |
3 kg |
60 |
51 |
56 |
4 kg |
74 |
64 |
70 |
5 kg |
88 |
75 |
83 |
6 kg |
101 |
86 |
95 |
7 kg |
113 |
97 |
106 |
8 kg |
125 |
107 |
118 |
9 kg |
136 |
117 |
129 |
10 kg |
148 |
126 |
139 |
Closely monitor your dog’s body condition and pay regular visits to your veterinarian. Ensure your dog is always provided with clean, fresh water.