Appetite Control Care - Dry Cat Food - Royal Canin
CATS-DRYFOOD-RYLCANI-APTCNCR-S2.5LBS-01
Spaying or neutering leads to a change in hormone levels which causes a cat’s metabolism and energy requirements to decrease by up to 30%[1]. At the same time, spaying or neutering can cause an increase in appetite by up to 20%[2], which can lead to begging and unwanted behaviours. Appetite Control Care is formulated with an increased level of soluble and insoluble fibres, along with a ring-shaped, low-density kibble design to help create a feeling of fullness, which leaves a cat feeling satisfied, both during meals and between meals. 81% of owners who tested Appetite Control Care formulas on a cat with a tendency to beg for food were satisfied with the results[3].
A large number of spayed and neutered cats are overweight. Excess weight can contribute to a number of health problems and may even result in a shorter lifespan. Appetite Control Care helps to minimize the accumulation of excess fat through a high protein content and lower calories[4]. Supplemental L-carnitine (200 mg/kg min) helps to burn excess fat stores. An adapted feeding guide and ring-shaped, low-density kibble design ensure appropriate feeding amounts, contributing to a healthy body weight.
An adult cat is prone to developing lower urinary tract diseases including stones, crystals, and feline idiopathic cystitis. Appetite Control Care is formulated with an adapted mineral content to help promote lower urinary tract health. [1] Source: Scarlett, 1994. [2] Source: Belisto, 2009. [3] Source: Internal study carried out on 49 cats. [4] 10% less kilocalories than Adult Fit and Active (3267 kcal/kg vs. 3666 kcal/kg
INGREDIENTS
Chicken meal, pea fiber, corn, wheat, corn gluten meal, wheat gluten, natural flavors, chicken fat, brewers rice, dried plain beet pulp, vegetable oil, sodium silico aluminate, sodium pyrophosphate, calcium sulfate, fish oil, potassium chloride, powdered psyllium seed husk, salt, choline chloride, fructooligosaccharides, vitamins [DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), niacin supplement, biotin, riboflavin supplement, D-calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), vitamin A acetate, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid, vitamin D3 supplement], monosodium phosphate, taurine, trace minerals [zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, ferrous sulfate, manganese proteinate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate, copper proteinate], DL-methionine, L-carnitine, rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid.
GUARANTEED ANALYSIS
| Crude Protein (min) | 32.0% |
| Crude Fat (min) | 10.0% |
| Crude Fat (max) | 14.0% |
| Crude Fiber (max) | 10.8% |
| Moisture (max) | 8.0% |
| L-carnitine* (min) | 140 mg/kg. |
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles.
FEEDING GUIDE
Dry Feeding
| Cat Weight | Inactive | Normal |
|---|---|---|
| 6.6 lb (3 kg) | 1/2 cup (40 g) | 5/8 cup (50 g) |
| 8.8 lb (4 kg) | 5/8 cup (49 g) | 3/4 cup (61 g) |
| 11 lb (5 kg) | 5/8 cup (57 g) | 7/8 cup (72 g) |
| 13 lb (6 kg) | 3/4 cup (65 g) | 1 cup (82 g) |
| 15 lb (7 kg) | 7/8 cup (73 g) | 1 cup (91 g) |
| 18 lb (8 kg) | 7/8 cup cup (80 g) | 1 1/8 cups (100 g) |
| 20 lb (9 kg) | 1 cup (87 g) | 1 1/4 cups (109 g) |
Mixed Feeding
| Weight | Can + | Inactive | Normal | Active |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.4 lb (2 kg) | 1 Can + | 1/8 cup (9 g) | 1/4 cup (17 g) | 1/4 cup (24 g) |
| 6.6 lb (3 kg) | 1 Can + | 1/4 cup (19 g) | 3/8 cup (29 g) | 1/2 cup (39 g) |
| 8.8 lb (4 kg) | 1 Can + | 3/8 cup (28 g) | 1/2 cup (41 g) | 5/8 cup (53 g) |
| 11 lb (5 kg) | 1 Can + | 3/8 cup (37 g) | 5/8 cup (51 g) | 3/4 cup (66 g) |
| 13 lb (6 kg) | 1 Can + | 1/2 cup (45 g) | 3/4 cup (61 g) | 7/8 cup (78 g) |
| 15 lb (7 kg) | 1 Can + | 5/8 cup (52 g) | 7/8 cup (71 g) | 1 cup (89 g) |
| 18 lb (8 kg) | 1 Can + | 3/4 cup (60 g) | 7/8 cup (80 g) | 1 1/8 cup (100 g) |
| 20 lb (9 kg) | 1 Can + | 3/4 cup (67 g) | 1 cup (89 g) | 1 1/4 cup (111 g) |
| 22 lb (10 kg) | 1 Can + | 7/8 cup (74 g) | 1 1/8 cup (98 g) | 1 3/8 cup (121 g) |