Hill's Science Plan Canine Senior Large Breed

(Compared to Science Plan* Canine Adult) Protein - reduced to avoid excessive intake Calcium, Phosphorus and Sodium - reduced to avoid excessive intake Zinc - increased Supplemented with Glucosamine hydrochloride, Chondroitin sulphate and L-carnatine

Large Breed Senior* is formulated to meet all the nutritional requirements of a senior dog weighing 25kg or more, from 7 years of age.  Giant breeds of dog, weighing 50kg or more may benefit from switching to Science Plan* Canine Large Breed Senior at 5 years of age. Objective - To avoid excessive levels of those nutrients which may have a role in the development of disorders typically seen during this lifestage and help maintain a normal level of activity.
Science Plan* Large Breed Senior is supplemented with:
1. L-carnatine to help maintain optimal body weight (helping to avoid extra stress
   on the joints), lean muscle mass and muscle strength and
2. the chondroprotective agents glucosamine hydrochloride and chondroitin sulphate,
   natural 'building blocks' for joint cartilige, to help maintain healthy joints and
   facilitate joint mobility.

Science Plan* Large Breed Senior* also contains a Superior Antioxidant Formula to
reduce oxidative damage.

NOT RECOMMENDED FOR:
1. Cats;
2. Puppies prior to maturity,
3. Bitches in pregnancy and in lactation bitches should be switched to
Science Plan* Puppy* or Science Plan* Puppy* Mini.

FEEDING GUIDE:
Many factors such as environmental conditions, activity level, stage of life
and individual variation (temperament, stress) can affect the amount of food
needed. Adult dogs should be fed only sufficient food to maintain their ideal
body weight.