{"product_id":"royal-canin-dog-mini-starter-mother-baby-8kg","title":"Royal Canin Dog Mini Starter Mother \u0026 Baby - 8kg","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Canin Mini Starter Mother \u0026amp; Babydog 8kg\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete dry food specially formulated for small-breed mother dogs weighing up to 10kg and their puppies. It supports the mother's increased nutritional needs during late pregnancy and lactation, while providing growing puppies with tailored nutrition during weaning up to 2 months of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith highly digestible proteins, prebiotics, DHA and vitamins C and E, Mini Starter helps support healthy digestion, developing natural defences and early puppy development. The kibble can also be easily rehydrated with water to create a soft, porridge-like texture that's ideal when puppies begin transitioning from milk to solid food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTailored Nutrition for Mother \u0026amp; Puppies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoyal Canin Mini Starter is designed to meet the particularly high energy and nutritional demands placed on small-breed mothers towards the end of pregnancy and throughout lactation. The same formula can then be fed to her puppies during the important transition from milk to solid food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupports Healthy Puppy Development\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYoung puppies develop rapidly during their first weeks of life. Mini Starter provides a nutrient-dense, complete diet, including omega-3 fatty acid DHA, to support healthy early development while puppies prepare to move onto their next-stage puppy food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImmune System Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePuppies' natural defences are still developing during their first weeks. The formula includes a combination of nutrients including vitamins C and E to help support the development of a healthy immune system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigestive \u0026amp; Microbiome Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA combination of highly digestible proteins and prebiotics including MOS helps support a healthy balance of intestinal microbiota. This is particularly useful during weaning, when a puppy's digestive system is adapting to a significant dietary change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy-to-Rehydrate Kibble for Weaning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe kibble can be mixed with water to create a softer, porridge-like consistency, making it easier for young puppies to eat as they transition away from their mother's milk. The texture can gradually be made firmer as puppies become accustomed to eating dry food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is Royal Canin Mini Starter For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Canin Mini Starter Mother \u0026amp; Babydog is recommended for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall-breed mother dogs with an adult weight of up to 10kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMother dogs during the final stages of pregnancy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLactating and nursing mother dogs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall-breed puppies during weaning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePuppies up to approximately 2 months of age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce puppies reach around 2 months old, they should transition onto an appropriate puppy food formulated for their next stage of growth, such as Royal Canin Mini Puppy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding Royal Canin Mini Starter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amount required will depend on whether you're feeding a pregnant or lactating mother or weaning puppies, as well as the dog's weight and stage of development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor pregnant mothers, food requirements increase as pregnancy progresses. During lactation, nutritional requirements can be substantially higher as the mother supports her litter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor puppies, Mini Starter can be introduced during weaning and rehydrated with water to create a softer consistency. Gradually transition puppies towards dry kibble as they become comfortable eating solid food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways provide access to fresh drinking water and use the current feeding guide on the Royal Canin packaging to determine the appropriate daily quantity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Canin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54080283705539,"sku":"19471","price":134.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0664\/8587\/8979\/files\/royal-canin-starter.png?v=1788831227","url":"https:\/\/petsupply.co.nz\/products\/royal-canin-dog-mini-starter-mother-baby-8kg","provider":"Pet Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}