Description
About This Product
ROYAL CANIN® Mini Starter – Mother & Babydog is a complete and balanced dry food developed for small-breed adult dogs (up to 10 kg) during the end of gestation, lactation and the weaning phase of their puppies (up to approx 2 months of age). This specialised formula meets the distinct nutritional requirements of both small-breed mothers and their young offspring.
This formula supports the mother’s elevated energy needs and offers the weaning puppy an easy, digestible transition from milk to solid food. It contains a unique nutrient complex to support immune system development and gut health, and the kibble can be rehydrated to create a soft, porridge-like texture, making it ideal for very young puppies.
Key Benefits
- Tailored for small-breed mothers & puppies – Developed for adult dogs up to 10 kg and their puppies up to 2 months old.
- Immune system support – With vitamins C & E to help strengthen the natural defences of both mother and puppy.
- Digestive & microbiome support – With highly-digestible proteins and prebiotics to support healthy intestinal flora and stool quality.
- Rehydratable kibble – Convenient kibble that can be softened with water to ease the transition from milk to solid food for young puppies.
Give your small-breed mother and her puppies the specialist nutrition they need with ROYAL CANIN® Mini Starter – Mother & Babydog — comprehensive support for early life stages and maternal health.
Nutritional Information
Composition:
Dehydrated poultry protein, rice, animal fats, wheat gluten*, maize, beet pulp, hydrolysed animal proteins, minerals, soya oil, fish oil, fructo-oligo-saccharides, hydrolysed yeast (source of mannan-oligo-saccharides & beta-glucans), algal oil (Schizochytrium sp. – source of DHA), butyric acid salt, marigold meal.
(*L.I.P.: protein selected for its very high digestibility)
Additives (per kg):
Nutritional additives: Vitamin A: 18 500 IU; Vitamin D3: 1 200 IU; Vitamin E: 500 mg; Vitamin C: 400 mg; Iron (E1): 40 mg; Iodine (E2): 4 mg; Copper (E4): 12 mg; Manganese (E5): 52 mg; Zinc (E6): 131 mg; Selenium (E8): 0.07 mg.
Technological additives: Clinoptilolite of sedimentary origin: 10 g.
Analytical Constituents:
Protein: 30.0%
Fat content: 22.0%
Crude ash: 8.5%
Crude fibres: 1.3%
Omega-3 fatty acids (DHA): 0.20%
Feeding Guide (Dry Only – Small Breed Mothers & Weaning Puppies)
| Stage | Adult Dog (up to 10 kg) | Puppy (weaning up to ~2 months) |
|---|---|---|
| Pregnancy – Late (6–8 weeks) | Ad libitum | — |
| Lactation | Ad libitum | — |
| Weaning (3–8 weeks) – dry + water | — | See packaging for guidance |
Feeding instruction: These amounts are guidelines only. Adjust according to the mother’s or puppy’s age, body condition, and activity level. Always provide fresh water and ensure a gradual transition when changing diet. Store in a cool, dry place.
Shop Royal Canin at Life with Pets – Malta’s online pet shop.
