{"product_id":"royal-canin-dry-dog-food-breed-nutrition-german-shepherd-junior-12kg","title":"Royal Canin German Shepherd Junior Breed Health Nutrition Dry Dog Food","description":"\u003ch2\u003e🐶 Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy Dry Dog Food – Complete Breed-Specific Nutrition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for German Shepherd puppies up to 15 months old, Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy is specially formulated to meet the unique nutritional needs of this powerful, intelligent large breed during their crucial growth phase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerman Shepherds grow into strong, muscular, and lean adult dogs. During puppyhood, they experience rapid skeletal development while their immune system matures gradually. This tailored formula supports healthy growth, digestive stability, bone and joint strength, and natural defences — all delivered in a kibble designed specifically for the German Shepherd puppy’s jaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔍 Highlights\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Breed-specific nutrition for German Shepherd puppies\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Supports immune system development\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Promotes digestive performance\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Supports bone and joint health\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Exclusive kibble adapted to the breed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✅ Key Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Immune System Support: A patented antioxidant complex including high levels of vitamin E helps support the gradual development of your puppy’s natural defences. 🛡️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Digestive Performance: Highly digestible L.I.P. proteins combined with FOS and MOS prebiotics help maintain balanced intestinal flora and promote good stool quality — important for this sensitive breed. 🌿\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Bone \u0026amp; Joint Health: Adapted calcium and phosphorus levels help support strong bones and healthy joints during rapid growth. 🦴\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Ideal Weight Maintenance: The exclusive formula supports steady, controlled growth while helping maintain ideal body condition. ⚖️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Exclusive Kibble Design: Shape, size, and texture are specifically adapted for the German Shepherd puppy’s strong jaw to encourage chewing and improve palatability. 🦷\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🥩 Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDehydrated poultry protein, rice, vegetable protein isolate, wheat flour, maize flour, animal fats, hydrolysed animal proteins, beet pulp, vegetable fibres, fish oil, minerals, soya oil, fructo-oligo-saccharides (0.34%), psyllium husks and seeds, hydrolysed yeast (source of manno-oligo-saccharides 0.05%), hydrolysed crustaceans (source of glucosamine), yeast extracts (source of betaglucans), marigold extract (source of lutein), hydrolysed cartilage (source of chondroitin).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e📊 Analytical Constituents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtein: 30%\u003cbr\u003e Fat content: 16%\u003cbr\u003e Crude ash: 7.3%\u003cbr\u003e Crude fibres: 2.7%\u003cbr\u003e Calcium: 1.26%\u003cbr\u003e Phosphorus: 1%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*L.I.P.: protein selected for its very high digestibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🧪 Additives (per kg)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin A: 30,500 IU\u003cbr\u003e Vitamin D3: 800 IU\u003cbr\u003e Vitamin E: 620 mg\u003cbr\u003e Iron: 38 mg\u003cbr\u003e Iodine: 3.8 mg\u003cbr\u003e Copper: 12 mg\u003cbr\u003e Manganese: 49 mg\u003cbr\u003e Zinc: 128 mg\u003cbr\u003e Selenium: 0.08 mg\u003cbr\u003e Technological additives: Clinoptilolite of sedimentary origin 10 g\u003cbr\u003e Sensory additives: Yucca extract 125 mg\u003cbr\u003e Preservatives and antioxidants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🍽️ Feeding Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaily feeding amounts vary according to your puppy’s age and expected adult weight. Adjust quantities based on body condition and activity level. Always provide fresh drinking water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGerman Shepherd Puppy – Daily Feeding Amount (grams per day)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAge (Months)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdult Weight 26kg\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdult Weight 35kg\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdult Weight 44kg\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e266g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e287g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e309g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e328g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e367g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e405g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e356g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e402g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e447g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e407g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e507g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e602g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e406g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e511g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e647g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e371g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e467g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e605g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e335g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e422g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e504g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e333g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e416g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e496g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransition to German Shepherd Adult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransition to German Shepherd Adult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransition to German Shepherd Adult\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeeding Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Feed 3 meals per day up to 6 months of age\u003cbr\u003e • Reduce to 2 meals per day from 6 months onward\u003cbr\u003e • Transition to Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult at 15–16 months\u003cbr\u003e • Introduce new food gradually over 7–10 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e📦 Storage Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool, dry place. Reseal the bag after use or store in an airtight container. Refer to packaging for batch number and best before date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🧪 Why Choose Royal Canin Breed-Specific Nutrition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Canin formulas are developed through decades of scientific research and collaboration with veterinarians and nutrition specialists. Breed-specific diets provide targeted nutrition based on known breed traits and structural predispositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor German Shepherd puppies, this supports:\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Strong skeletal development 🦴\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Digestive stability 🌿\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Healthy immune system development 🛡️\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Lean muscle growth 💪\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Controlled, steady growth ⚖️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis science-led approach ensures your puppy receives precise nutrition designed specifically for the German Shepherd breed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🚚 Shipping Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide from the North of Ireland 🇮🇪\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Fast dispatch and reliable delivery\u003cbr\u003e ✔ No tariffs or duties to UK or EU customers\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Carefully packed to maintain freshness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping rates and options available here:\u003cbr\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petconnection.ie\/pages\/shipping-option\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.petconnection.ie\/pages\/shipping-option\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Canin","offers":[{"title":"12kg","offer_id":56640265126266,"sku":"RCDOGBREED-GSJ-12KG","price":82.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/4792\/0424\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_8b1a36c5-a8de-4b04-97b5-2f074b8c54b1.jpg?v=1772451560","url":"https:\/\/www.petconnection.ie\/products\/royal-canin-dry-dog-food-breed-nutrition-german-shepherd-junior-12kg","provider":"petconnection.ie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}