How old is my pet in human years?

At what age should I feed Royal Canin Senior Consult to my dog?

Different sizes of dog mature at different rates. Small breed dogs have a longer life expectancy than large breed dogs and so tend to age at a slower rate.

At what age should I feed Royal Canin Senior Consult to my cat?

On average, neutered male cats live 5 years longer and neutered females live 4 years longer than non-neutered cats.

Senior Consult diets should be fed to cats over 7 years of age and selected according to:

n Whether your cat is showing signs of ageing

n Your cat's weight (body condition score)

Should I give my senior pet extra vitamins and minerals in addition to Royal Canin Senior Consult diets?

No. The diets have been formulated with the optimum balance of vitamins and minerals specifically for senior pets, there is no need for further supplements.

Does my neutered mature dog need a Senior Consult diet?

Yes, Royal Canin Senior Consult diets are ideally formulated to address key issues associated with ageing in all dogs. Feeding as an ongoing maintenance diet gives your dog the best chance of taking all benefits from the diet.

Is there anything else I can give my pet to help keep them active?

Yes, while your dog (or cat) is enjoying Royal Canin food, you can also give them Mobility Tabs, a daily supplement containing Green- Lipped Mussel which assists mobility even further. Ask at your veterinary practice for more information.

Royal Canin Veterinary Care Nutrition Senior Consult canine and feline diets are available from your veterinary practice.

With age, your pet changes, as does their nutritional needs. Some changes you might notice in your cat include:

n Weight loss n Seeking more warmth

n Changes to activity levels n Increased affection

n Increased rest or time sleeping n Less grooming

Dogs however show more obvious physical changes as they age:

n Their hair turns grey, especially around their muzzle and eyes, and their coat may become less shiny

n Their senses can become weaker including sight, sound, smell and taste

n They become less energetic and getting up and lying down can become more difficult

n They are more content to rest and sleep

Royal Canin Veterinary Care Nutrition Senior Consult canine and feline diets are enriched in antioxidants (vitamin E, vitamin C, taurine and lutein) to help maintain health and vitality.

'Antioxidant' is a general term for nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and other components naturally present in many foods. Antioxidants neutralise free radicals produced even during normal body metabolism, but more so when your pet is ill.

CANINE SENIOR CONSULT

n Increased levels of antioxidants including vitamin E, vitamin C and polyphenols (grape and green tea) to help maintain health and vitality

n Chondroitin sulphate and glucosamine to help maintain joint mobility and activity

n Borage oil, the most concentrated source of gamma linolenic acid, which helps support skin elasticity and coat shine

n Fructo-Oligo-Saccharides to help promote beneficial gut bacteria ( friendly bacteria)

n Reduced phosphorus level to help support renal function

FELINE SENIOR CONSULT

n High protein content to help maintain your cat s muscle tissue, particularly important in older cats

n Increased levels of antioxidants including vitamin E, vitamin C and polyphenols (grape and green tea) to help maintain health and vitality

n Chondrotin and glucosamine (and Green Lipped Mussel in select diets) help support joint health

n Urinary claims to guarantee the urine is less likely to form crystals

n A kibble design to maximise the physical removal of plaque from the tooth's surface

Changing your pet s diet should always be carried out over several days. It is not uncommon for pets to refuse a new diet or to suffer from stomach upsets if the change is not gradual. On day 1, begin by adding a small amount of the new diet to your pet s existing food. As each day passes, add more of the new diet to less of the original food, until eventually you are only feeding the new diet. This change should take around 5-7 days.

Royal Canin are leaders in palatability. So confident are we that your pet will enjoy their food that we offer a no quibble, money-back guarantee. Simply return the food to your veterinary practice for a full refund*. * Terms and conditions apply

The recommended diet

Changing your pet s diet

Key features

Antioxidants

ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS

A specific diet for your pet

SENIOR CONSULT

MATURE SMALL DOG

SENIOR CONSULT

MATURE LARGE DOG

SENIOR CONSULT

MATURE

1-10kg Over 8 years

10 - 25kg Over 7 years

25 - 45kg Over 5 years

CATS Pet s age 1 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20

Human equivalent 15 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 DOGS - SMALL / MEDIUM Pet s age 1 2 4 6 8 10 12 13 14 15 16

Human equivalent 12 24 36 46 56 66 76 81 86 91 96 DOGS - LARGE Pet s age 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

Human equivalent 18 26 36 42 49 56 62 68 79 90 96

SENIOR CONSULT STAGE 1

SENIOR CONSULT STAGE 1 BALANCE

SENIOR CONSULT STAGE 2

SENIOR CONSULT STAGE 2 HIGH CAL.

SENIOR CONSULT STAGE 1 (pouch)

SENIOR CONSULT STAGE 2 (pouch)