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The Nature's Hug Junior food for medium and large breed puppies is a croquette fully plant-based, formulated for the controlled growth of large dogs. No animal protein: the proteins come from legumes and potato. Calcium and phosphorus adjusted for a Healthy, gradual bone growth, pre-, pro-, and postbiotics for digestion. A rare solution for large-breed puppies with multiple allergies.
🌱 100% plant-based, calcium adjusted for the growth of large-breed puppies
27% plant protein, calcium and phosphorus at the right levels (1.4% / 1.2%) for controlled bone growth. Without meat, without fish, without grain.
Why is calcium so important for a large-breed puppy?
Large-breed puppies grow quickly and for a long time (up to 18-24 months). Calcium too high can cause developmental bone and joint disorders (HOD, OCD), calcium too low does not provide what is needed to build the skeleton. Nature's Hug Junior large breed provides an optimized level (1.4%) for gradual, healthy growth.
A plant-based food for a large puppy—is it a viable option?
The The dog is omnivorous and can digest a well-formulated plant-based diet, even during rapid growth. The key is to provide all essential amino acids, taurine, and adjusted calcium/phosphorus from other sources. That's exactly what Nature's Hug Junior Large Breed does.
| Nutrient | Tencel |
|---|---|
| Crude protein (min) | 27.0% |
| Raw fat (min) | 15,0 % |
| Raw fiber (max) | 5,0 % |
| Humidity (max) | 10,0 % |
| Raw ash (max) | 6,5 % |
| Calcium (min) | 1.40% |
| Phosphorus (min) | 1,20 % |
| Potassium (min) | 0,65 % |
| Magnesium (max) | 0,10 % |
| Taurine (min) | 0,25 % |
| Vitamin A (min) | 15 000 UI/kg |
| Vitamine D3 (min) | 1 500 UI/kg |
| Vitamin E (min) | 135 UI/kg |
| Omega-3 (min) | 1,00 % |
| Omega-6 (min) | 4,00 % |
Whole green peas, dried yeast, canola oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), potato protein, whole green lentils, whole chickpeas, monocalcium phosphate, whole flaxseed, sunflower oil (preserved with mixed tocopherols), calcium carbonate, sesame seeds, whole white beans, apple pomace, sun-cured alfalfa meal, natural flavor, salt, yeast culture, lecithin, choline chloride, tapioca, potassium chloride, DL-methionine, taurine, calcium propionate, betaine hydrochloride, vitamin E supplement, L-threonine, L-lysine, dried kelp, dried algae meal, yeast extract, chicory root extract, L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C), L-carnitine, carrots, pumpkin, apples, kale, spinach, pomegranate, cranberries, blueberries, blackberries, avocado, turmeric, green tea extract, yucca schidigera extract, fumaric acid, lactic acid, citric acid, malic acid, ferrous sulfate, zinc oxide, zinc proteinate, copper sulfate, copper proteinate, sodium selenite, vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid, nicotinic acid, vitamin A supplement, calcium pantothenate, manganese oxide, manganese proteinate, riboflavin supplement, biotin, pyridoxine hydrochloride, thiamine mononitrate, vitamin D3 supplement, calcium iodate, cobalt proteinate, dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation product, dried Bacillus licheniformis fermentation product, dried Bacillus amyloliquefaciens fermentation product.
In large-breed puppies, the ration depends on their age and its Estimated adult weightFor large breeds, growth is long (18–24 months). For a precise calculation based on your puppy, contact our team: we’ll help you determine the right ration and plan the transition to adult food. Fresh water must be available at all times.
Yes, provided the recipe is complete and well-worded for growth. This is the case with Nature's Hug Junior large breed: all essential amino acids are added, and the calcium/phosphorus is adjusted for the growth of large dogs.
Large breeds reach maturity later (15 to 24 months depending on the breed). Going forward, the Nature's Hug Adult Medium and Large Breed is the logical next step.
It's one of its major advantages. Since it contains No animal protein, it eliminates the most common allergens (chicken, beef, lamb, fish) all at once.
Yes: 27% protein and 15% fat is more than enough for growth. The portions will be larger in volume than with a concentrated meat-based food, which is normal.
Nature's Hug is a Canadian brand appreciated for its unique philosophy and rigorous formulation. Do you have a question about transitioning or the right dosage for your large-breed puppy? Our team will be happy to advise you.
A question? Contact the Sherbrooke Canin team, we love to help!
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