In this article we will talk about the medical food for dogs "Royal Canin Gastrointestinal GI25". It is intended for animals in which digestion is impaired. Both the dry appearance of this food and canned food will be presented.
Description
Despite the fact that this is a medicinal feed, it has remarkable taste qualities, which is an important factor when feeding a sick animal. To enhance the taste, natural ingredients are used, such as, for example, fish oil. The smell of this ingredient stimulates appetite. The Royal Canin Gastrointestinal GI25 dog food does not contain any colorants, preservatives, GMOs or soy.
Indications
When to use this food? Note that prior to use, a preliminary consultation with the veterinarian is necessary. Indications for are:
- Diarrhea.
- Gastritis.
- Intestinal dysbiosis.
- Colitis.
- Anorexia.
- Taking antibiotics.
- A chronic form of a disease such as enteritis.
- The rehabilitation period.
- Poor absorption of nutrients by the body.
Contraindications
This food also has contraindications, that is, diseases during which the Royal Canin Gastrointestinal dog cannot be consumed. Such diseases include:
- Dilation of the lymphatic vessels.
- Liver failure.
- Inflammation (chronic or acute) of the pancreas.
- Diseases of the lymph nodes.
- Increased blood lipids.
- Disorders of the muscular and nervous systems. They are often provoked by liver failure.
- Extreme obesity.
Course of application
It is necessary to give food during the period of exacerbation of the disease and another three weeks (minimum!) After the inflammation has passed. Because during this period there is a complete update of the intestinal epithelium villi and the restoration of its functions.
If the disease becomes chronic, then the animal must be permanently transferred to the Royal Canin Gastrointestinal. Also, then you need to constantly be monitored by a veterinarian so that he can monitor the condition of the dog, adjust the daily dose of feed, depending on the results of the studies.
Note that in general, a dog should be given food in case of digestion in small portions, increasing the number of meals to 5 per day. It is also necessary to provide the animal with constant access to water.
Packaging of dog food "Royal Canin Gastrointestinal": photo and description
Product packaging has two main functions. The first is this protection of the feed from external factors (pests, light, etc.), which can lead to the growth of mold and pathogenic microflora in the product.
The second function of packaging is informational content. The packaging indicates the manufacturer, product name, composition. There is also information about who the food is intended for and how to give it to the animal.
Structure
The composition of this feed is balanced in such a way as to maintain the maximum energy of your pet at the maximum level, while not creating a strong burden on the gastrointestinal tract and without causing fatty deposits.
The composition includes:
- Fig. This is a valuable cereal that is rich in a large number of vitamins, minerals and amino acids.
- Dehydrated meat is a dietary product that is easily digested.
- Animal fats.
- Corn. It contains unsaturated fatty acids. They do not allow "harmful" cholesterol to be deposited on the walls of blood vessels.
- Egg powder. The component saturates the dog's body with valuable proteins, as well as vitamins A and E.
- Yeast. This is the main source of B vitamins.
- Beet pulp (source of fiber).
- Soybean oil (source of vitamin E).
- Fish fat.
- Fructooligosaccharides are food sources for beneficial microorganisms in the stomach.
- Shell and plantain seeds.
- Marigold extract.
Canned Food Gastro Intestinal
Not only the dry look of this feed is on the market. Also presented are canned foods for dogs "Royal Canin Gastrointestinal". All components in the feed are selected so as to exclude any risks, protect the digestive system of dogs from negative effects. The composition contains the same components as in dry feed.
Indications and contraindications also do not change. Note that the transition to medical preserves is carried out for several days, depending on the disease of the animal. The daily ration is indicated on the label on the bank. The manufacturer advises dividing the daily diet into two or more times.
How to handle the canned foods of Royal Canin Gastro International? After opening the sealed package, the feed itself should be moved to a glass jar, which must be sent to the refrigerator. So it can be stored up to three days. Please note that despite the fact that canned food contains soft food, the animal still needs water.
Gastro Intestinal Low Fat LF22 - dog food
"Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Lowfet" - dog food with digestive disorders with limited fat content.
Indications for use:
- Proliferation of bacteria in the small intestine.
- Chronic diarrhea
- Hyperlipidemia.
- Acute diarrhea
- Pancreatitis (acute and chronic forms).
- Lymphangiectasia.
Contraindications to the use of food are lactation and pregnancy.
Duration of use and feed characteristics
The duration of use depends on the severity of the signs of the disease. In order for the dog’s digestive system to work well, you must follow the serving rate when feeding.
The consumption of this food ensures the safety of the digestive system. This is achieved due to the fact that its composition combines proteins with a high degree of digestibility, rice, probiotics, fish oil. Thanks to a complex of antioxidants, the level of oxidative stress is reduced.
This feed has a low concentration of fats, and this improves the digestive function in animals suffering from pancreatitis.
Due to the low fiber content in feed, it reduces excessive fermentation in the intestines. It also helps to avoid unnecessary energy consumption for its digestion.