Royal Canin Veterinary Renal Special is a complete dietetic feed for dogs formulated to support renal function in the case of chronic or temporary renal insufficiency, through its low level of phosphorus and high quality protein.RECOMMENDATIONS: It is recommended that a veterinarians opinion be sought before use or before extending the period of use. Initially feed RENAL SPECIAL for up to 6 months in cases of chronic renal insufficiency. For cases of temporary renal insufficiency a period of 2 to 4 weeks feeding is recommendedKey Features CKD dietary management: Formulated to support renal function in case of chronic kidney disease. Contains EPA and DHA, a complex of antioxidants and a low phosphorus level. Reduces renal workload: Increased kidney workload may induce uremic crisis. An adapted content of high quality protein helps reduce kidney workload. Metabolic equilibrium: Chronic kidney disease can lead to metabolic acidosis. Formulated with alkalinizing agents Appetite preference: Designed aromatic profile helps answer to dogs specific preference.Ingredientsrice, maize flour, animal fats, maize, dehydrated poultry protein, hydrolysed animal proteins, beet pulp, wheat gluten*, minerals, fish oil, vegetable fibres, soya oil, fatty acid salt, fructo-oligo-saccharides, psyllium husks and seeds, marigold extract (source of lutein). ADDITIVES (per kg): Nutritional additives: Vitamin A: 15700 IU, Vitamin D3: 1000 IU, E1 (Iron): 40 mg, E2 (Iodine): 4 mg, E4 (Copper): 12 mg, E5 (Manganese): 52 mg, E6 (Zinc): 154 mg, E8 (Selenium): 0.05 mg - Technological additives: Clinoptilolite of sedimentary origin:5 g - Preservatives - Antioxidants. *L.I.P.: Protein selected for its very high assimilation.Analytical ConstituentsProtein: 13.5% - Fat content: 16% - Crude ash: 4.3% - Crude fiber: 2.3% - Calcium: 0.6% - Phosphorus: 0.3% - Potassium: 0.6% - Sodium: 0.35% - Essential Fatty acids: 3.46% - EPA and DHA: 0.47% - Urine alkalinising substances: Potassium citrate - Calcium carbonate.Feeding Guide Dog\'s Weight (g) cup* (g) cup* (g) cup* 2 54g 5/8 cup 48g 4/8 cup 41g 4/8 cup 5 108g 1 cup + 1/8 cup 95g 1 cup 82g 7/8 cup 10 181g 2 cup 159g 1 cup + 6/8 cup 137g 1 cup + 4/8 cup 15 245g 2 cup + 5/8 cup 216g 2 cup + 3/8 cup 186g 2 cup 20 304g 3 cup + 3/8 cup 268g 3 cup 231g 2 cup + 4/8 cup 30 412g 4 cup + 4/8 cup 363g 4 cup 313g 3 cup + 3/8 cup 40 512g 5 cup + 5/8 cup 450g 4 cup + 7/8 cup 389g 4 cup + 2/8 cup