{"product_id":"royal-canin-german-shepherd-5-12kg","title":"Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult 5+ Breed Health Nutrition Dry Dog Food","description":"\u003ch2\u003e🐶 Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult 5+ Dry Dog Food – Complete Senior Nutrition for Shepherds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoyal Canin German Shepherd Adult 5+ is a complete and balanced dry dog food specially formulated for German Shepherds aged 5 years and older. As this loyal and athletic breed matures, their needs shift toward joint support, digestive comfort, and healthy ageing. This targeted formula is designed to help maintain mobility, vitality, and overall wellbeing in senior German Shepherds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔍 Highlights\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Breed-specific nutrition for senior German Shepherds\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Supports joint health and mobility\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Promotes digestive comfort and stool quality\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Tailored kibble for strong jaws\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Balanced nutrients for healthy ageing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e✅ Key Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Joint \u0026amp; Mobility Support: Enriched with EPA \u0026amp; DHA, glucosamine, and chondroitin to help support aging joints and maintain comfortable movement. 🦴\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Digestive Health: Highly digestible proteins and prebiotics help promote optimal digestion and improve stool quality — particularly important for German Shepherds. 🌿\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Vitality \u0026amp; Healthy Ageing: A blend of antioxidants and adapted mineral levels supports cellular health and overall vitality as your dog ages. 🛡️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Skin \u0026amp; Coat Care: Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids help nourish the skin and maintain a healthy, glossy coat. ✨\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Tailored Kibble Design: Specially shaped kibble is adapted to the German Shepherd’s powerful jaw to encourage chewing and improve feeding behaviour. 🦷\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🥩 Composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical composition includes: rice, dehydrated poultry protein, maize, vegetable protein isolate, animal fats, hydrolysed animal proteins, beet pulp, vegetable fibres, minerals, fish oil, soya oil, fructo-oligo-saccharides, psyllium husks and seeds, hydrolysed crustaceans (source of glucosamine), hydrolysed cartilage (source of chondroitin), green tea and grape extracts (source of polyphenols), marigold extract (source of lutein).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Please refer to product packaging for the exact current ingredient list, as formulations can occasionally be updated.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e📊 Analytical Constituents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtein: approx. 24–26%\u003cbr\u003e Fat content: approx. 17–19%\u003cbr\u003e Crude fibre: approx. 3–4%\u003cbr\u003e Crude ash: approx. 6–7%\u003cbr\u003e EPA \u0026amp; DHA: included for joint and skin support\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Exact values are printed on pack and may vary slightly by production batch.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🧪 Additives (per kg)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes:\u003cbr\u003e Vitamin A\u003cbr\u003e Vitamin D3\u003cbr\u003e Vitamin E\u003cbr\u003e Iron\u003cbr\u003e Iodine\u003cbr\u003e Copper\u003cbr\u003e Manganese\u003cbr\u003e Zinc\u003cbr\u003e Selenium\u003cbr\u003e Antioxidants\u003cbr\u003e Glucosamine \u0026amp; Chondroitin\u003cbr\u003e EPA \u0026amp; DHA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Full breakdown available on packaging.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🍽️ Feeding Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeeding amounts vary depending on your dog’s weight, activity level, and body condition. As a general guide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• 30kg dog: approx. 330–400g per day\u003cbr\u003e • 35kg dog: approx. 380–450g per day\u003cbr\u003e • 40kg dog: approx. 420–500g per day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways:\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Divide daily ration into 2 meals\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Adjust feeding amounts to maintain ideal body condition\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Provide fresh drinking water at all times\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Transition gradually over 7–10 days when changing food\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor overweight or less active dogs, slightly reduce the daily amount. For highly active seniors, slightly increase within guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e🐾 Transition Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen switching to Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult 5+:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDays 1–3: 75% old food, 25% new food\u003cbr\u003e Days 4–6: 50% old food, 50% new food\u003cbr\u003e Days 7–9: 25% old food, 75% new food\u003cbr\u003e Day 10 onward: 100% new food\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e📦 Storage Advice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Store in a cool, dry place\u003cbr\u003e • Keep bag sealed after opening\u003cbr\u003e • Ideally store in an airtight container\u003cbr\u003e • Use before best before date on packaging\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 experts. Breed-specific diets provide targeted nutrition based on known breed traits and health predispositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor senior German Shepherds, this helps support:\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Joint comfort and mobility 🦴\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Digestive balance 🌿\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Healthy ageing and vitality 🛡️\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Skin and coat condition ✨\u003cbr\u003e ✔ Ideal body condition ⚖️\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis proactive, science-led approach supports long-term health tailored specifically to the German Shepherd breed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e❓ Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this suitable for younger German Shepherds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e No. This formula is designed for dogs aged 5 years and older.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it a complete food?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes. It provides 100% complete and balanced nutrition for daily feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it help with joint stiffness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes. It contains glucosamine, chondroitin, and Omega-3 fatty acids to help support joint health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it grain-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e No. It contains cereals such as rice and maize.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does a 12kg bag last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e For a 35kg dog, typically around 3–4 weeks depending on feeding amounts.\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":56640260473210,"sku":"RC1752120","price":79.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/4792\/0424\/files\/900_7139025_06.jpg?v=1757932668","url":"https:\/\/www.petconnection.ie\/products\/royal-canin-german-shepherd-5-12kg","provider":"petconnection.ie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}