Joint Health

Due to the Dachshund’s unique skeletal structure, disc problems can develop. Supplemental levels of glucosamine and chondroitin enhance mobility.

Healthy Weight

Excess weight puts strain on the Dachshund’s intervertebral joints. Lower fat and supplemental L-carnitine works to burn fat and promote lean muscle mass.

Aging Care

We include optimal levels of vitamins E and C and green tea polyphenols to help inhibit cellular deterioration and slow the effects of aging.

Susceptible Teeth

Small breed dogs are naturally prone to dental issues. We include sodium tripolyphosphate, green tea polyphenols and specialized kibbles to help reduce plaque and tartar.

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Dachshund 28

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Specific Nutritional Needs of the Dachshund
Originally bred as hunter of badgers and other small game, the Dachshund has taken its place as one of the most popular breeds of dogs in the United States. A keen sense of smell, a con? dent demeanor, and a distinct body shape are hallmarks of this unique breed. Dachshunds exist in two sizes, three coat types, and many colors, making it a breed that is very diverse. Within this high level of diversity, there are some common characteristics that we can address nutritionally. Royal Canin has developed Dachshund 28 for this purpose.
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Dachshund Coat Care
Variety. No word better describes the coat of Dachshunds. With three coat types (smooth, long, and rough) and many different colors (red, black and tan, and dapple), few breeds have the variation in coat type as the Dachshund.
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Omega 3 Fatty Acids
For your pet to have the healthiest coat, it is important to consider the health of the skin underneath. The skin's health can be dramatically affected by adequate nutrition and proper grooming.
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Antioxidants
It's not uncommon for indoor cats or small breed dogs to live 16 years or more! As a consequence of this increased longevity, the pet population is experiencing higher levels of diseases associated with advanced age. Osteoarthritis, cancer, renal disease, and inflammatory diseases are just a few diseases that are increasing due to aging. A common element of all of these diseases is oxidative damage to the cells of the pet's body. By reducing this oxidative damage, we hope to further increase both longevity and quality of life for our companions.
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Polyphenols
Polyphenols are compounds found in many plants in nature. They have very powerful antioxidant effects in the cat and dog. As stated by respected animal nutritionist Professor Dominique Grandjean, polyphenols act by "fighting against free radicals within the cell, and especially by protecting DNA against possible destruction, or induced mutations."
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KIBBLE

DACHSHUND 28™ is specifically adapted in size, shape, texture and density to encourage chewing. This brushing effect can help fight plaque and tartar and promotes healthy teeth and gums.

JOINT HEALTH

The signature, short-legged, long-bodied frame of the Dachshund means extra stress on its joints. DACHSHUND 28™ contains glucosamine and chondroitin.

HEALTHY WEIGHT

Increased weight can further aggravate skeletal problems. DACHSHUND 28™ is formulated with optimal energy levels to maintain a healthy weight.

AGING CARE

Small breed dogs, like the Dachshund, tend to live longer than their large breed counterparts. DACHSHUND 28™ is formulated with antioxidants which can help neutralize free radicals.

INGREDIENTS

Chicken meal, brown rice, rice, oatmeal, corn gluten meal, wheat gluten meal, chicken fat, natural chicken flavor, dried beet pulp (sugar removed), salt, anchovy oil (source of EPA/DHA), powdered cellulose, potassium chloride, soya oil, calcium carbonate, fructo-oligosaccharides, sodium tripolyphosphate, taurine, Vitamins [DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), inositol, niacin supplement, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), D-calcium pantothenate, biotin, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), riboflavin supplement (vitamin B2), thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin A acetate, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, vitamin D3 supplement], choline chloride, glucosamine hydrochloride, Trace Minerals [zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, ferrous sulfate, manganese proteinate, copper proteinate, copper sulfate, manganous oxide, calcium iodate, sodium selenite], marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.), tea (green tea extract), L-carnitine, chondroitin sulfate, rosemary extract, preserved with natural mixed tocopherols (source of vitamin E) and citric acid.