The Complete Overview of Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Gastrointestinal Puppy Dry Dog Food
What Is Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Gastrointestinal Puppy Dry Dog Food?
Sometimes, puppies develop gastrointestinal issues while they are growing up. If this happens once or twice, you shouldn't worry about it as that is bound to occur with curious pups who put everything in their mouths. If this happens a lot, you should ask your vet about gastrointestinal issues in your dog.
Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Gastrointestinal Puppy Dry Dog Food is a medical diet targeted towards pups like this who needs nutritional support to cut down on their medical problems. Changing the diet is one of the most effective ways to cut down on stomach problems in pups!
What Gastrointestinal Issues Can My Puppy Have and Why Do They Develop?
Puppies can develop many gastrointestinal issues while they are growing. The most common problems include diarrhea, constipation, Giardia, E.coli, and Campylobacter infections. Both diarrhea and vomiting typically occur because your puppy has eaten something they shouldn't.
However, they could also be because of underlying conditions that your vet should diagnose. Campylobacter bacteria generally affects puppies who are younger than six months old and can transfer to humans. Gastrointestinal issues also prevent your puppy from absorbing the nutrients they need from the food they are eating.
This is a massive problem in the development stage as it can lead to malnutrition and abnormal development. Your puppy can become stunted and suffer from nutritional deficiencies. Untreated gastrointestinal issues can also affect your pup's quality of life as they become lethargic and feel discomfort.
They won't be able to play with you, and they will also miss out on essential socialization milestones essential to having a good temperament when they're older. Muscle, brain, and personality development are all affected equally. They can even become depressed and develop bad habits with food if their diet isn't corrected!
How Does Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Gastrointestinal Puppy Dry Dog Food Help?
Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Gastrointestinal Puppy Dry Dog Food kibble contains all the nutrients your puppy needs to develop into a robust and healthy adult dog. Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Puppy has added prebiotics that improves your pup's gut health and strengthens their digestive system.
Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Gastrointestinal Puppy Dry Dog Food is formulated for puppies. It is high calorie to meet a pup's excessive energy demands. This ensures that your puppy gets enough exercise to help build lean muscle mass. The recipe contains a targeted blend of soluble and insoluble fiber.
This ensures your puppy digests their food slowly to avoid gastric distress. To nourish and soothe the GI tract and coat, Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Gastrointestinal Puppy Dry Dog Food contains added omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids from fish oil to ensure a shiny coat and a happy tummy!
Finally, added vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants rebuild your pup's damaged immune system. This makes sure that your puppy fends off other illnesses better and it builds their immunity to gastrointestinal issues too!
How Much of Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Gastrointestinal Puppy Dry Dog Food Should I Give My Pup Every Day?
The amount of Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Gastrointestinal Puppy Dry Dog Food you should give your pet depends on their size and age. You can use the following guidelines:
Age | 4.4 lb | 6.6 lb | 8.8 lb | 11 lb | 13 lb | 22 lb | 26 lb | 35 lb | 44 lb | 55 lb | 66 lb | 77 lb | 88 lb | 110 lb | 132 lb |
1 month |
40g |
52g |
59g |
66g |
71g |
92g |
97g |
110g |
130g |
137g |
144g |
151g |
158g |
179g |
205g |
2 months | 48g | 62g | 77g | 91g | 101g | 143g | 162g | 198g | 229g | 240g | 251g | 262g | 273g | 333g
| 362g |
3 months |
53g |
70g |
86g |
103g |
116g |
168g |
190g |
235g |
276g |
296g |
315g |
335g |
354g |
414g |
464g |
4 months | 54g | 73g | 90g | 107g | 122g | 178g | 203g | 252g | 297g | 320g | 343g | 366g | 390g | 452g | 511g |
5 months |
54g |
73g |
91g |
108g |
123g |
181g |
207g |
257g |
304g |
342g |
379g |
416g |
454g |
533g |
605g |
6 months | 47g | 67g | 82g | 98g | 122g | 180g | 206g | 257g | 305g | 361g | 412g | 463g | 511g | 604g | 688g |
7 months |
39g |
60g |
74g
| 88g |
110g |
163g |
187g |
239g |
284g |
358g |
413g |
464g |
512g |
606g |
695g |
8 months | 39g | 53g
| 65g | 78g | 99g | 146g | 167g | 222g | 264g | 325g | 384g | 431g | 481g | 604g | 694g |
9 months |
38g |
52g |
65g |
77g |
88g |
130g |
149g |
203g |
241g |
292g |
358g |
403g |
450g |
567g |
654g |
10 months | 38g | 52g | 64g | 76g | 87g | 129g | 148g | 185g | 219g | 260g | 326g | 368g | 419g | 531g | 613g |
11 months |
- |
- |
- |
- |
-
|
128g |
146g |
183g |
217g |
258g |
296g |
335g |
393g |
494g |
572g |
12 months | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 182g | 215g | 256g | 294g | 332g | 369g | 465g | 535g |
13 months |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
255g |
293g |
330g |
366g
|
436g |
502g |
14 months | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 255g | 292g | 328g | 362g | 433g | 499g |
15 months
| - |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
430g |
469g |
16 months |
- | - | - | - | - | - | - |
- |
- |
- | - | - | - | - | 493g
|
Please remember these are daily amounts you should give your puppy. Divide these daily amounts by the number of meals you give your puppy to figure out the amount you should give at every meal. Additionally, larger dogs have a longer puppyhood. This is because their bodies take longer to develop into their full sizes.
Are There Any Side Effects or Precautions to Take When Giving Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Gastrointestinal Puppy Dry Dog Food?
You don't need to take any precautions when you give Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Gastrointestinal Puppy Dry Dog Food. This medical diet is completely safe for puppies of all breeds.
However, your puppy might be allergic to any ingredient in this diet. Check the ingredients list for known allergies before you give Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Gastrointestinal Puppy Dry Dog Food.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Give This to My Cat?
No, you should never give products meant for dogs to your cats. Your cats might suffer from malnutrition or other adverse effects. If you are worried about gastrointestinal issues in your cat or kittens, buy Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Cat or Kitten food instead.
Can I Give This Food to My Adult Dogs?
Adult dogs have different dietary needs from puppies. Puppies have higher nutritional needs for their developmental needs. If your adult dog has gastrointestinal issues, buy Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Adult Dog Food instead.
Does This Need a Prescription?
Yes, this is a medical diet that is meant to be consumed as part of the treatment protocols of a licensed veterinarian. You need an updated prescription to purchase this specialized diet.
How Should I Store This Food?
You should store this kibble in an airtight container. Make sure to keep it away from extremes of temperatures, direct sunlight, and moisture. Ensure that your puppy won't be able to get into this food to protect against tummy upsets from overeating!