Royal Canin Shih Tzu Adult (Dry Dog Food)
Tailored nutrition for purebred Shih Tzus 10 months and older
Royal Canin Shih Tzu Adult is a breed-specific dry food designed to support the unique needs of adult Shih Tzus. With its brachycephalic jaw, long flowing coat, and sensitive digestive system, the Shih Tzu benefits from a precisely balanced formula that promotes skin and coat health, reduces stool odor, and is easy to pick up and chew.
Key Benefits:
Exclusive Kibble Design – Special Brachycephalic Jaw: Cloverleaf-shaped kibble designed for the short muzzle and underbite of the Shih Tzu, making it easier to pick up and chew.
Healthy Skin: Enriched with a complex of nutrients including EPA, DHA, and vitamin A to help maintain skin health and reinforce the skin barrier.
Coat Health: Supports the long, soft coat of the Shih Tzu with omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and biotin for softness and shine.
Stool & Odor Reduction: Formulated with highly digestible proteins (L.I.P.), precise fiber content, and high-quality carbohydrates to support digestive health and reduce stool volume and odor.
Composition (Ingredients):
Brewers rice, brown rice, chicken by-product meal, chicken fat, oat groats, wheat gluten, natural flavors, dried plain beet pulp, powdered cellulose, fish oil, vegetable oil, sodium silico aluminate, calcium carbonate, potassium chloride, DL-methionine, fructooligosaccharides, sodium tripolyphosphate, vitamins (including A, D3, E, C, B-complex), amino acids (L-tyrosine, L-lysine), marigold extract, trace minerals (zinc, iron, manganese, copper, iodine, selenium), glucosamine hydrochloride, safflower oil (GLA source), taurine, green tea extract, L-carnitine, chondroitin sulfate, rosemary extract. Preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid.
Guaranteed Analysis:
Crude Protein (min): 22.0%
Crude Fat (min): 18.0%
Crude Fiber (max): 4.7%
Moisture (max): 10.0%
EPA (min): 0.13%
DHA (min): 0.05%
Vitamin A (min): 18,900 IU/kg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids* (min): 2.57%
Omega-3 Fatty Acids* (min): 0.43%
Biotin* (min): 1.6 mg/kg
Glucosamine* (min): 371 mg/kg
Chondroitin Sulfate* (min): 4 mg/kg
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
Calorie Content:
3898 kcal/kg ME or 355 kcal/cup ME (calculated, as fed)
Feeding Guide (Daily Ration):
Dog Weight | Low Activity | Medium Activity | High Activity |
---|---|---|---|
4 kg (8.8 lb) | 3/4 cup (66 g) | 7/8 cup (77 g) | 1 cup (87 g) |
5 kg (11 lb) | 7/8 cup (78 g) | 1 cup (91 g) | 1 1/8 cups (103 g) |
6 kg (13 lb) | 1 cup (90 g) | 1 1/8 cups (104 g) | 1 1/4 cups (118 g) |
7 kg (15 lb) | 1 1/8 cups (101 g) | 1 1/4 cups (117 g) | 1 1/2 cups (133 g) |
Feeding Tips: |
Divide the daily ration into 2–3 meals. Adjust the amount based on your dog’s activity level and health status. Always provide clean, fresh water.
Nutritional Adequacy Statement:
Royal Canin Shih Tzu Adult is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance.