Royal Canin Giant 15Kg

Royal Canin Giant Adult/Junior/Puppy is a premium dog food range specifically designed for giant dog breeds, such as the Great Dane, Saint Bernard, Mastiff, and similar breeds, which typically weigh over 45 kg (99 lbs) as adults. These dogs have unique nutritional needs due to their large size, rapid growth in the early stages, and later concerns related to joint health, muscle mass, and digestive health.

Royal Canin offers breed-specific nutrition across different life stages, including Puppy, Junior, and Adult formulas. Here's an overview of the three variants:

1. Royal Canin Giant Puppy (for puppies up to 8 months)

• Purpose: This formula is specifically designed to meet the nutritional needs of growing puppies in large and giant breeds. Puppyhood is the most critical growth stage, and this formula supports healthy bone and joint development, as well as immune system function, in giant breed puppies.

Key Features:

• Supports rapid growth with appropriate levels of protein and fat to help puppies achieve a balanced growth rate without overloading their developing joints.
• Bone and joint health: Giant breed puppies grow at a rapid rate, and this formula is enriched with calcium and phosphorus to support proper bone mineralization and development. It also includes glucosamine and chondroitin to help maintain healthy cartilage during growth.
• Digestive health: Contains highly digestible proteins and prebiotics (like FOS and MOS) that help support a healthy gut flora and digestive system.
• Immune support: Enriched with antioxidants (like vitamins C and E) to support the developing immune system and protect against oxidative stress.
• Moderate energy content: Provides a controlled level of energy to ensure steady growth without excess weight gain, which can stress the developing joints.

Feeding Guidelines (for Giant breed puppies):

• Depending on the breed and puppy's size, daily feeding amounts vary. For example, a puppy weighing 35 kg (77 lbs) may need around 350–550 grams per day, split into 3 meals, and gradually reduced to 2 meals per day as the dog approaches adulthood.

2. Royal Canin Giant Junior (for puppies and young dogs from 8 months to 18-24 months)

• Purpose: This formula is for young giant breed dogs transitioning from the rapid growth phase into their adult years. It continues to provide support for their large frames while focusing on muscle tone, bone strength, and digestive health as they mature.

Key Features:

• Optimized bone and joint health: Continues to support the skeletal system with a balanced level of calcium and phosphorus, while glucosamine and chondroitin help preserve joint health.
• Muscle development: Supports the development of strong muscles and optimal body condition as your dog matures, with high-quality proteins that help maintain lean muscle mass.
• Digestive system support: The formula is enriched with prebiotics and easily digestible ingredients that help maintain digestive comfort and ensure proper nutrient absorption.
• Continued immune system support: The addition of antioxidants like vitamin C and vitamin E helps strengthen the immune system as the dog transitions into adulthood.
• Balanced energy content: Ensures that young giant breeds have the energy they need to maintain healthy activity levels without the risk of excessive weight gain.

Feeding Guidelines (for Giant breed juniors):

• A young dog of 18–24 months (weighing around 45 kg/99 lbs) may need approximately 500–700 grams of food per day, split into 2 meals.

3. Royal Canin Giant Adult (for adult dogs over 18–24 months)

• Purpose: This formula is specially designed for adult giant breed dogs, supporting their large size, muscle mass, joints, and overall health. Giant breeds are prone to joint issues and weight management problems, so Royal Canin has created this formula to provide the right balance of nutrients to support their longevity.

Key Features:

• Joint and bone health: Contains glucosamine and chondroitin to protect the joints from wear and tear and support long-term mobility. The calcium and phosphorus levels are carefully controlled to maintain healthy bones.
• Weight management: Giant breed dogs are more prone to weight gain, which can put extra strain on their joints. This formula provides a controlled energy content to help maintain an optimal weight and prevent obesity.
• Heart and muscle health: Enriched with taurine, an amino acid that supports heart health, as well as high-quality proteins to maintain muscle tone and function, which is essential for giant breed dogs.
• Digestive health: Highly digestible proteins and prebiotics (such as FOS and MOS) to promote healthy digestion and reduce stool odor.
• Immune support: Antioxidants like vitamin C, vitamin E, and L-carnitine support immune function and combat oxidative stress in older dogs.