Product Description:
Royal Canin Mini Starter Dog Food 8kg is a complete and balanced diet tailored for small-breed mothers (adult weight up to 10kg) during the final stages of pregnancy, throughout lactation, and for weaning puppies up to 2 months of age. This advanced formula is based on Royal Canin’s Start Complex, a blend of nutrients present in mother’s milk and essential for early puppy development.
With high energy content, easily digestible proteins, and immune-boosting antioxidants, this food ensures the health of both nursing mothers and their puppies. The kibble can also be easily rehydrated to form a soft porridge, making the weaning process smoother and more manageable.
Key Uses:
Ideal for small breed bitches during pregnancy and lactation.
Suitable for puppies from weaning up to 2 months old.
Helps transition puppies from mother's milk to solid food.
Supports digestive health and natural immunity.
Designed specifically for small breeds with high metabolic rates.
Main Benefits:
Start Complex Nutrient System: Contains essential nutrients including vitamins, prebiotics, and antioxidants to support digestive health and natural defences in early life.
Supports Pregnancy and Lactation: Energy-dense formula meets the high caloric needs of small-breed mothers.
Promotes Healthy Weaning: Kibble is easy to rehydrate, forming a palatable texture for puppies new to solid food.
Digestive Health: Contains highly digestible proteins and prebiotics for optimal digestion and stool quality.
Enhanced Palatability: Appealing aroma and taste stimulate the appetite of both mothers and puppies.
Ingredient Descriptions (Key Ingredients):
Dehydrated Poultry Protein – A highly digestible, concentrated protein source for muscle maintenance and growth.
Rice and Maize – Gentle carbohydrates that provide sustainable energy for active puppies and nursing mothers.
Animal Fats – Provide essential fatty acids and energy to meet increased nutritional demands.
Fish Oil – Rich in DHA and EPA, important for brain development and a healthy nervous system.
Beet Pulp – Supports digestive regularity and promotes stool consistency.
Fructo-Oligosaccharides (FOS) – Prebiotic fibres that nourish beneficial gut bacteria and improve intestinal health.
Minerals (including Calcium and Phosphorus) – Help support strong skeletal development.
Antioxidants (Vitamins E and C, Taurine, Lutein) – Boost immune response and protect against oxidative stress.