EUKANUBA PRODUCT: GERMAN SHEPHERD

German Shepherds are lively and alert large breed dogs that are always keen to please their owner. In order to maintain good digestion and long term agility they may benefit from special nutritional care.


Eukanuba German Shepherd is a complete and balanced daily food designed to promote healthy digestion, firm stools and long term agility.


Eukanuba German Shepherd is made with:

  1. A blend of special dietary fibres to promote healthy digestion and nutrient absorption
  2. Cartilage nutrients such as glucosamine and chondroitin sulphate for healthy joints and mobility
  3. L-carnitine to help naturally burn fat instead of storing it
  4. Omega-6;3 fatty acids, zinc + copper for optimal skin and coat care
Also suitable for Belgian Shepherds, who share the same nutritional needs.

BREED NUTRITION

BREED NUTRITION


At Eukanuba we constantly strive to deliver nutritional innovations whatever your dog’s size, age, weight or even breed as we recognize that nutrition plays a vital role in your dog’s well-being.  

Research by Eukanuba has led to the development of the breed specific line up with nutritional values specifically formulated to meet the particular needs of different breeds. Based on years of nutritional knowledge and research, these diets have the potential  to help bring out the true magnificence of your dog.  

Also for a breed such as the German Shepherd, where the level of general alertness and physical presence are defining characteristics of the breed, how you nourish him can make a big difference to his life.  

Creating an optimal nutrition for your German Shepherd is Eukanuba’s mission and our premium ingredients and formula are designed to do just that. Eukanuba believes dogs are best fed as their ancestors – as carnivores – and therefore the proteins we use are centred around high quality animal proteins from chicken, lamb and egg. Eukanuba German Shepherd is a customized blend of components, a large part of which result from many years of research and provide benefits beyond the basic nutritional needs.

By choosing high quality nutrition, tailored to the specific needs of the breed, you can help him with his following special needs for:

  • Good digestion & nutrient absorption
  • Strong joints to maintain mobility
  • Lean muscle mass and weight control
  • Magnificent skin & coat

BIG DOG, SENSITIVE DIGESTION

BIG DOG, SENSITIVE DIGESTION


German Shepherds have a sensitive digestive system. The digestibility and the fibre components of your dog’s diet can therefore be particularly important to his gastrointestinal health and digestion. Highly digestible ingredients, such as high quality proteins from chicken, lamb or fish, reduce the likelihood that undigested nutrients are transported further down into the large bowel where they can cause undesired flatulence and loose stools.

Adding the right amount and type of fibre to your German Shepherd’s diet results in good stool quality and helps keeping the gut regular and healthy. Beet pulp is a natural fibre that provides bulk and can be broken down by gut bacteria.

FOS (fructooligosaccharides) is a prebiotic fibre that promotes the growth of healthy gut bacteria – like some of those found in probiotic yoghurts for humans. In the presence of FOS, beneficial bacteria can thrive and multiply, crowding out potentially harmful ones.

Adding fibre such as beet pulp and FOS to the diet helps maintain Healthy digestion, colon health, gut immunity, excellent nutrient absorption, and firm stools.

STRONG JOINTS FOR AGILITY THAT LASTS

STRONG JOINTS FOR AGILITY THAT LASTS


Nutrients such as glucosamine and chondroitin sulphate occur naturally in the body and are the building blocks of healthy cartilage. When contained in your dog’s diet, they can help support healthy joints by constantly replenishing the nutritional reservoir needed for repair and renewal. Of particular note are the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, found in fishmeal or fish oil, which possess anti-inflammatory properties that can help support joint health.

Healthy joints need healthy muscles. High quality protein sources from the diet help support natural cartilage regeneration and lean muscle maintenance, encouraging good mobility and functionality.

Feeding a food with the correct balance of nutrients and energy can help ensure an appropriate level of calorific intake to keep your dog’s weight in check, so reducing the impact of excessive weight on his joints.

A diet rich in fatty acids like omega-3 and omega-6, and containing joint nutrients like glucosamine and chondroitin can support joint health and mobility.

NATURAL ATHLETES NEED POWERFUL MUSCLES

NATURAL ATHLETES NEED POWERFUL MUSCLES


Dogs have evolved as carnivores and Eukanuba believes that they are best fed on a diet rich in animal-based proteins that contain a full complement of essential amino acids necessary to build, repair and sustain healthy muscle and tissue. Regular excercise and quality nutrition are key for a good physical condition.

Maintaining lean and healthy muscle can be an issue – especially for dogs who need to lose weight, who may unwittingly lose muscle at the same time. It is therefore worth considering a diet containing the vitamin like nutrient, L-carnitine that helps burn fat while maintaining lean muscle mass.

Regular exercise, complemented by quality balanced nutrition, rich in animal protein and featuring L-carnitine, will help build and maintain powerful lean muscle for an active life.

VITAL INGREDIENTS FOR A MAGNIFICENT COAT

VITAL INGREDIENTS FOR A MAGNIFICENT COAT


Vital to coat and skin health is a diet rich in essential nutrients, such as protein, fat, vitamins, minerals, especially zinc and copper, and fatty acids.

30-35% of your German Shepherd’s daily protein intake is needed just to keep his coat and skin in good condition. Proteins in food, such as chicken, lamb, fish and egg, provide essential amino acids to support healthy structure and function.

Healthy skin is soft and pliable with the roots of hair deeply embedded in the skin. Each hair follicle has a sebaceous gland that produces vital oils and waxes that prevent dryness and give a shiny, glossy coat. Ingredients such as omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, encourage the production of these oils and waxes and help protect tissue and membrane integrity, aiding the overall condition of skin and coat.

Protein, zinc, copper, omega-3 and omega-6 are essential to build healthy skin and coat, the most visible sign of a healthy nutritious diet.

SEE THE DIFFERENCE PREMIUM NUTRITION CAN MAKE

SEE THE DIFFERENCE PREMIUM NUTRITION CAN MAKE


Eukanuba German Shepherd is made with high quality animal protein as the primary protein source. We at Eukanuba know the difference high quality nutrition can make and we invite you to see the difference for yourself. You can help your dog with his needs for:

STRONG JOINTS

Cartilage nutrients glucosamine and chondroitin sulphate for healthy joints and mobility

LEAN, POWERFUL MUSCLE

L-carnitine to help naturally burn fat and maintain lean muscle MAGNIFICENT SKIN & COAT
Omega-3 and omega-6, zinc and copper for optimal skin and coat care

INGREDIENTS - ANALYSIS

INGREDIENTS - ANALYSIS


Chicken (>20%), maize, rice, wheat, animal fat, poultry meal, dried beet pulp, chicken digest, dried whole egg, brewer's dried yeast, potassium chloride, sorghum, salt, fish oil, sodium hexametaphosChicken (>20%), maize, rice, wheat, animal fat, poultry meal, dried beet pulp, chicken digest, dried whole egg, brewer's dried yeast, potassium chloride, sorghum, salt, fish oil, sodium hexametaphosphate, fructooligosaccharides, linseed, DL-methionine, glucosamine hydrochloride, chondroitin sulphate.

Analysis:
Crude Protein:23.0%, Crude Oil:13.0%, Crude Ash:7.0%, Crude Fibre:3.0%, Moisture:8.0%, Calcium:1.00%, Phosphorus P:0.80%

Additives per kg:
Vitamin A:12000 IU, Vitamin D‡:750 IU, Vitamin E (à-tocopherol):200 mg, Copper as Copper II Sulphate:25 mg, L-Carnitine:50 mg, ß-carotene:1 mg

FEEDING GUIDELINES

FEEDING GUIDELINES


Feeding your dog:
When feeding for the first time gradually introduce Eukanuba into your dog's diet over a period of 4 days. We recommend feeding your dog twice a day. Divide the daily amount shown in the chart by the number of meals. Your dog may eat more or less depending on age, temperament and activity level.

For feeding guidelines, see feeding chart.

Always have plenty of fresh water available for your dog to drink.

How to feed Eukanuba Breed Nutrition

 
Body weightGrams per day
   
20kg190
25kg220
35kg245
40kg275
45kg300
50kg325