The many benefits of a rich meal
Choosing a dry food that makes your dog feel full is essential for daily contentment together. A dog who feels sated for longer after meals is unlikely to beg, nudge the food bowl or whimper, will generally be calmer, and is less likely to put on unwanted weight. The right meal provides not only energy but all-day well-being, too. Here are a few things to consider when choosing a satisfying meal.
What to look for in a dry food to keep your dog contented?
01 Protein-rich
Protein is more satiating than carbohydrates and fat, and it helps maintain muscle mass.
What to look for?
A high percentage of animal protein with chicken, beef, lamb, fish or egg as the primary ingredients.
02 Fresh ingredients
Kibble made with fresh, unprocessed ingredients and high-grade protein (meaning real meat instead of MBM (meat and bonemeal made from animal by-products) ensures effective nutrient absorption, great flavour and long-lasting satiety.
What to look for?
Fresh meat, fish and whole egg listed as primary ingredients.
Avoid animal by-products, MBM, unspecified vegetable protein.
03 Slow or fast carbs
Complex carbohydrates like lentils, chick peas, brown rice and sweet potato give your dog long-lasting energy and fullness after meals, as they are digested more slowly and help to maintain stable blood sugar.
What to look for?
Dry food made with a high percentage of ingredients that are digested quickly like maize, wheat or sugar. These provide a quick energy boost, but only short-lived satiety and may cause unwanted weight gain in the long term.
04 Smaller servings
Kibble that provides satiety in small servings is often a sign of quality ingredients. Consult the guide to serving sizes: if it takes large servings to satisfy your dog, then the quality is likely low.
Rich meals from ESSENTIAL FOODS
There are many advantages to choosing ESSENTIAL FOODS. Our meals are grain-free and made with plenty of fresh, premium ingredients from beef, lamb, chicken, venison, duck and fish to vegetables, berries and herbs.
This also means that they are protein-rich and contain no sugar or fillers like wheat and maize. The result is meals for fullness and contentment – in smaller servings.
When you serve an ESSENTIALS meal, your dog will feel sated for longer. Fresh and wholesome ingredients mean fullness from smaller servings, healthy digestion and a more balanced dog.
Experience the difference – with a contented dog who feels full after meals.
NAUTICAL LIVING, 2.5KG
frisk skotsk laks, ørred, sæsonens friske fisk
NAUTICAL LIVING, 10KG
frisk skotsk laks, ørred, sæsonens friske fisk
HIGHLAND LIVING, 2.5KG
fritgående frisk kalkun & skotsk laks, Aberdeen Angus okse, fjervildt
HIGHLAND LIVING, 10KG
fritgående frisk kalkun & skotsk laks, Aberdeen Angus okse, fjervildt
ESTATE LIVING, 2.5KG
græsfodret frisk britisk fritgående lam, fritgående kylling, hjort
ESTATE LIVING, 10KG
græsfodret frisk britisk fritgående lam, fritgående kylling, hjort
SUPERIOR LIVING, 2.5KG
fritgående britisk kylling & and, frisk skotsk laks, ørred
SUPERIOR LIVING, 10KG
fritgående britisk kylling & and, frisk skotsk laks, ørred
ETERNAL LIVING, 2.5KG
brune ris, feltbønner, søde kartofler, kikærter, æg fra fritgående høns
ETERNAL LIVING, 10KG
brune ris, feltbønner, søde kartofler, kikærter, æg fra fritgående høns
STAMINA, 2.5KG
fritgående britisk kylling & and, frisk skotsk laks, ørred
STAMINA, 10KG
fritgående britisk kylling & and, frisk skotsk laks, ørred
CONTOUR, 2.5KG
fritgående britisk kylling & and, frisk skotsk laks, ørred
CONTOUR, 10KG
fritgående britisk kylling & and, frisk skotsk laks, ørred
OLDER, 2,5KG
fritgående britisk kylling & and, frisk skotsk laks, ørred
OLDER, 10KG
fritgående britisk kylling & and, frisk skotsk laks, ørred
BEGINNING LARGE BREED, 2.5KG
fritgående britisk kylling & and, frisk skotsk laks, ørred
BEGINNING LARGE BREED, 10KG
fritgående britisk kylling & and, frisk skotsk laks, ørred
BEGINNING SMALL BREED, 2.5KG
fritgående britisk kylling & and, frisk skotsk laks, ørred
BEGINNING SMALL BREED, 10KG
fritgående britisk kylling & and, frisk skotsk laks, ørred
SAME AMOUNT?
Serve up to 15% less
When switching to ESSENTIALS from a different brand of dry dog food, you’ll most likely need to reduce your serving size. If you serve the same amount as before, the result may be loose or more frequent bowel movements.
Start by reducing the recommended serving size indicated on the back of the bag by 15%. If your dog’s stool becomes too firm, you should increase the serving size slightly. Conversely, if their stool is loose, you should reduce the serving size.
ESSENTIALS kibble is carefully composed of plenty of fresh ingredients, rich in protein and free from sugar and fillers like wheat and maize. The result is natural, long-lasting fullness, even from smaller servings.
Why choose ESSENTIALS?
The many benefits of serving rich dry food for fullness
The cost benefit
Although quality kibble may cost a bit more, dogs typically need to eat less of it before they feel full. This means that a bag of ESSENTIALS lasts longer, and you save money and time in the long run.
Fit and healthy
Dry food that provides a satisfying meal helps prevent over-eating and unwanted weight gain. A dog contented after meals begs less, is calmer and is less likely to snack between meals, which helps maintain a healthy body weight.
Balanced digestion
A satisfying meal typically contains quality ingredients that promote healthy digestion and regular bowel movements. This means a more balanced dog, good health and helps prevent digestive issues.
Efficient nutrient uptake
Wholesome, satisfying kibble helps dogs feel full for longer, is often more balanced and nutritious.This means that your dog’s nutritional requirements are met by smaller servings that boost their energy levels, maintain a healthy coat and strong immune response.
Grain-free meals for puppies
Grain-free meals for adult dogs
Senior dogs on a grain-free diet
Grain-free kibble for sterilised/castrated dogs
Treats packed with meat?
You’ve come to the right place. In addition to our delectable line of tasty meals, we offer a large selection of irresistible protein-rich treats – prepared and packaged to the same high standard as the rest of the ESSENTIALS assortment.
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