Equilibrio Products Available at AVCI

Equilibrio Renal (RE) Dog Food

The right food for dogs with kidney disease or renal failure.

Features

• Low phosphorus content: assists in maintaining renal function.
• Protein restriction: to prevent kidney overload and contribute to the maintenance of kidney function.
• High levels of linoleic acid (omega 3): assist in kidney function.
• Antioxidant Complex: helps protect the cell against the action of free radicals.

Indication

• Chronic kidney disease (CKD)
• Prevention of urolithiasis (calcium oxalate, urate and ammonia)

Feeding Guideline

Contraindication

• Not indicated for puppies, pregnant or lactating bitches
• Patients with pancreatitis history
• Hyperlipidemia
• Struvite calculus

Treatment Period

• In cases of chronic kidney disease (CKD), for the animal’s entire life or according to vet’s prescription.

Diet Goals

• Minimize azotemia and correlated signs.
• Control hypertension , hypokalemia and anemia.
• Avoid blood secondary hyperparathyroidism.
• Correct metabolic acidosis.
• Provide better quality of life to the animal.
• Slow down disease progression.
• Control urinary pH.

Nutritional Analysis

Crude Protein (min.) 14%, Fat (min.) 18%, Fibers (max.) 3.5%, Moisture (max.) 10%, Mineral Matter (max.) 6%, Calcium (max.) 0.9%, Phosphorus (min.) 0.2%, Linoleic Acid (min.) 4%, Linolenic Acid (min.) 0.8%, EPA (min.) 0.2%, DHA (min.) 0. 15%, Probiotic (min.) 1%.

Basic Composition

Half-grain rice, Ground whole corn, Corn gluten bran 60, Isolated soy protein, Chicken fat (tocopherol and rosemary essence), Beet pulp, Egg powder, Refined fish oil, Brewer’s dry yeast, Liver chicken, Chicken meal, Flaxseed, Probiotic, Mannan-oligosaccharides, Inulin, Potassium citrate, Sodium chloride (common salt), Calcium carbonate, Zeolite, Yucca schidigera extract, Chicken liver hydrolyzate, Calcium propionate, Schizochytrium sp seaweed meal, Choline chloride, L-lysine, DL-methionine, Taurine, Tryptophan, Vitamin supplement, Trans-chelated micro-mineral supplement.

Enrichment

Vitamin A 12000 IU, Vitamin B12 230 mcg, Vitamin C 100 mg, Vitamin D 1000 IU, Vitamin E 500 IU, Selenium 0.5 mg, Folic Acid 30 mg, Pantothenic Acid 1.1 mg, Copper 20 mg, Choline 1500 mg, Iron 100 mg, Iodine 3 mg, DL-methionine 3000 mg, L-lysine 4000 mg, Tryptophan 2000 mg, Sodium 2 g, Potassium 5 g, Manganese 80 mg, Vitamin B1 25 mg, Vitamin B2 50 mg, Vitamin B6 60 mg, Vitamin H 1.5 mg, Vitamin K 1 mg, Vitamin PP 80 mg, Zinc 250 mg, Taurine 2000 mg.

Clinical Considerations

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is observed with great frequency among dogs, mainly in elderly animals, although young dogs can also present the condition, mainly those with inherited or congenital disease. The acquired etiology of CKD includes several etiological agents, the main ones being infectious, toxic, ischemic, immune-mediated, etc. Once present, the kidney injury can evolve without the presence of the etiological agent that caused the process, and thus the gradual loss of kidney function occurs. There are several functions performed by the kidneys and that preserve homeostasis. Renal dysfunction can be detected by laboratory analysis abnormalities and clinical manifestations resulting from fluid, electrolyte, and acid-base imbalance. Usually, laboratory test abnormalities are detected earlier than clinical manifestations.

The main objectives of dietary therapy are based on the supply of daily energy needs, the control of azotemia, the control of secondary renal hyperparathyroidism, the correction of electrolyte imbalances and vitamin B deficiency, and the need for supplementation of fatty acids with less potent inflammatory action and antiplatelet aggregation (omega-3). Balance Veterinary Renal Dog – RE presents in its composition ingredients to help and reduce the signs of the disease, for example, prebiotics that contribute as a source of fermentable carbohydrates for gastrointestinal bacteria, which use urea as a source of nitrogen for their growth, which suggests a potential beneficial effect, by increasing fecal nitrogen, and less absorption into the bloodstream.

Furthermore, they can help regulate digestive disorders that occur mainly in the final stages of CKD. The ingredients are inadequate levels to meet the specific needs of dogs with CKD, in addition to having high palatability, since many animals attacked have capricious appetites and/or anorexia.

Buy now at

Equilibrio Hepatic (HE) Dog Food

The right food for dogs with liver diseases or impaired liver function.

Features

• Copper reduction: reduces liver damage.
• Hydrolyzed soy protein
• Chelated zinc
• Adequate level of metabolizable energy

Indication

• Chronic inflammatory lesions
• Chronic liver failure
• Hepatic encephalopathy
• Portosystemic shunt
• Ascites

Administration Period

This product should be administered for the entire life if there is chronic liver disease, or for a certain period of time depending upon the regenerating capacity of the liver. A periodic evaluation needs to be done to analyze the condition and frequency of feeding.

Feeding Guideline

Contraindication

Puppies, pregnant, and lactating female dogs.

Nutritional Analysis

Crude Protein (min.) 15%, Fat (min.) 18%, Fibers (max.) 3.5%, Moisture (max.) 10%, Mineral Matter (max.) 5.5%, Calcium (max.) 0.7%, Phosphorus (min.) 0.4%, Copper (max.) 0.0005%, Probiotic (min.) 1%. Metabolizable energy: 4,070 kcal / kg.

Basic Composition

Medium grain rice, Chicken giblets, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Corn gluten gluten 60, Ground whole corn, Flaxseed, Chicken fat (tocopherol and rosemary essence), Refined fish oil, Powdered egg, Beetroot pulp, Brewer’s dry yeast, Probiotic, Mannan-oligosaccharides, Inulin, Zeolite, Sodium chloride (common salt), Potassium chloride, Yucca schidigera extract, Calcium propionate, L-carnitine, DL-methionine, Taurine, Tryptophan, Dicalcium phosphate, Chicken liver hydrolyzate, Vitamin supplement, Trans-chelated micromineral supplement.

Enrichment

Vitamin A 20000 IU, Vitamin B12 100 mcg, Vitamin C 100 mg, Vitamin D 1000 IU, Vitamin E 500 IU, Selenium 0.5 mg, Folic Acid 1.8 mg, Pantothenic Acid 20 mg, Iron 100 mg, Iodine 2 mg, Copper 5 mg, DL-methionine 8000 mg, L-carnitine 2000 mg, Tryptophan 2000 mg , Sodium 1.5 g, Potassium 7 g, Magnesium 900 mg, Manganese 18 mg, Vitamin B1 10 mg, Vitamin B2 14 mg, Vitamin B6 10 mg, Vitamin H 0.8 mg, Vitamin K 1.5 mg, Vitamin PP 100 mg, Zinc 200 mg, Taurine 2000 mg.

Clinical Considerations

Among the main challenges of veterinary medicine the physiological and metabolic disturbances involving the liver stand out. Liver disease is often complicated by inappetence that promotes metabolic tissue loss. Dietary control of the disease requires a fairly palatable diet, despite protein restriction, and very digestible, in order to reduce the catabolic state. These general recommendations supplement dietary nutrient modifications, for example, proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates.

In chronic liver disease, an alteration in protein metabolism occurs and a reduction in albumin synthesis, which corresponds to 60% of the total plasma protein, which can lead to ascites and edema.

The liver plays an important role in the degradation of proteins from the diet and in the deamination of some amino acids. Some aromatic amino acids, such as tyrosine, phenylalanine, and tryptophan, are generally removed from the portal circulation and metabolized by the liver; With liver disease, those amino acids accumulate in the circulation. Veterinary Hepatic Balance – HE has 14% protein and its source is of vegetable origin, which helps protein metabolism without exceeding the capacity of the liver.

Dietary therapy should provide sufficient protein to support liver regeneration, repair, and maintenance, minimizing nitrogenou s products resulting from protein catabolism.

Blood glucose can be maintained with 1⁄4 of the liver’s functional capacity, but declining glucose circulation (hypoglycemia) can occur in cases of cirrhosis, liver failure, or liver malignancy. The Diet Balance Veterinary Hepatic – HE has in its formulation a highly digestible carbohydrate, rice, which is also very appetizing.

The liver is very important in lipid metabolism, where fatty acids are synthesized and stored as triglycerides. When liver glycogen is reduced, fatty acids are mobilized from adipose tissue, and then oxidized by the liver. Carnitine is a necessary cofactor for the transport of fatty acids from the cytoplasm to the mitochondria, and the liver is important in the metabolism of carnitine. Veterinary Hepatic Balance – HE is composed of L-Carnitine and the ideal content of Ethereal Extract to increase energy density and thus ensure adequate intake of nutrients in smaller portions and sufficient amounts of food.

Vitamin and mineral deficiency may occur related to liver disease, as a consequence of the association of poor food intake, reduced intestinal absorption and increased needs resulting from catabolism and liver regeneration. That is why Equilibrio Veterinary Hepatic – HE contains a vitamin complex with a high content of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, K and B Complex that helps in storage and absorption.

Minerals like iron, copper, and zinc are stored in the liver. The accumulation of copper can cause further liver damage and can occur both due to defects in copper metabolism and as a result of decreased copper excretion. In liver disease, the accumulation of Cu in hepatocytes is likely due to inadequate excretion in bile, with consequent poisoning and worsening liver disease. Zinc can reduce the intestinal absorption of copper by competition between ions and influence the synthesis of metallothionein, a copper-binding protein that binds to intestinal copper by excreting it in bile and reducing its absorption. Zinc deficiency can produce and the magnesium concentration can also be decreased in cases of cirrhosis. Balance Veterinary Hepatic HE contains low copper content and adequate concentrations of chelated zinc, reducing the risks of copper poisoning.

The ideal level of metabolizable energy, which provides adequate caloric intake, is an important aspect to be considered in animals with liver disorders.

Buy now at

Equilibrio Cardiac (CA) Dog Food

The right food for dogs with hypertension and/or heart diseases.

Features

• Taurine and L-Carnitine
Assist in normal cardiac function.
• EPA & DHA Omega 3
Assist in cardiac vitality, in the reduction of inflammatory process, and in cases of arrhythmias.

Administration Period

For the entire life of the animal under the supervision of a veterinarian.

Feeding Guideline

Contraindication

During gestation, lactation and growing period. Not for patient with depleted sodium.

Nutritional Analysis

Crude Protein (min.) 24%, Fat (min.) 18%, Fibers (max.) 2.2%, Moisture (max.) 10%, Mineral Matter (max.) 6%, Calcium (max.) 1 , 1%, Phosphorus (min.) 0.4%, Linolenic Acid (min.) 0.8%, Linoleic Acid (min.) 4%, EPA (min.) 0.2%, DHA (min.) 0 , 15%, Taurine (min.) 0.25%, L-carnitine (min.) 0.04%, Probiotic (min.) 1%.

Basic Composition

Medium grain rice, Chicken giblets flour, Ground whole corn, Corn gluten bran 60, Soy bran, Isolated soy protein, Schizochytrium sp seaweed meal, Chicken fat (preserved with tocopherol and rosemary essence), Pulp Beetroot, Egg Powder, Refined Fish Oil, Chicken Liver, Dried Whey, Dried Brewer’s Yeast, Flaxseed, Inulin, Potassium Citrate, Choline Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Probiotic, Mannan- Oligosaccharides, Zeolite, Calcium propionate, L-carnitine, Taurine, Chicken liver hydrolyzate, Vitamin supplement, Trans-chelated micromineral supplement.

Enrichment

Vitamin A 25000 IU, Vitamin B12 200 mcg, Vitamin C 100 mg, Vitamin D 2000 IU, Vitamin E 500 IU, Selenium 0.5 mg, Folic Acid 2 mg, Pantothenic Acid 30 mg, Copper 30 mg, Choline 1500 mg, Iron 100 mg, Iodine 3 mg, Sodium 1000 mg, Potassium 6000 mg, Manganese 120 mg, Vitamin B1 30 mg, Vitamin B2 30 mg, Vitamin B6 20 mg, Vitamin H 1.5 mg, Vitamin K 0.6 mg, Vitamin PP 90 mg, Zinc 200 mg.

Clinical Considerations

Cardiomyopathy is the term we use to describe heart disease. There are various types of heart disease, the 3 most important being: dilated cardiomyopathy, restrictive cardiomyopathy, and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Heart disease has various states, being that the diet can vary according to the moment in which the animal is.

According to the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) and the International Small Animal Cardiac Health Council, the functional classifications of congestive heart failure in dogs are:

A – Patients at risk of developing heart failure, but no apparent structural cardiac abnormality identified.
B – Obvious cardiac structural abnormality (example: murmur), but without clinical signs of heart failure.
B1 – Asymptomatic patients, with no signs of cardiac remodeling on echocardiography and chest radiography.
B2 – Asymptomatic patients, with signs of cardiac remodeling on echocardiography and chest radiography.
C – Patients with signs of congestive heart failure associated with cardiac structural abnormality.
D – Patients with advanced heart disease and congestive heart failure refractory to usual therapy.

The product Balance Veterinary Cardiac Dogs – CA contains in its composition ingredients that help in heart disease.

Low Sodium: Helps control clinical signs associated with hypertension or sodium and fluid retention (ascites/edema).

Taurine: aids in cardiac contractility and prevents myocyte hypertrophy.

Omega-3: helps in blood perfusion acting as an agent to improve circulation. Reduced production of cachetizing cytokines, improved appetite, and reduced arrhythmias.

Potassium is an important electrolyte to maintain cardiac function. The use of diuretics can lead to hypokalemia and worsen the cardiac picture, therefore the use of greater amounts of potassium in the diet helps in maintaining cardiac function. It is worth remembering that, although the use of diuretics causes loss of potassium through the urine, those treated with inhibitors of the enzyme that converts angiotensin will excrete less potassium.

Magnesium is important for some enzyme reactions. The exaggerated decrease in magnesium can cause the risk of arrhythmias and decreased heart contraction. The vitamins of the B complex and the magnesium in greater quantity help to replace the loss of these nutrients, in the case of the use of diuretics.

L-Carnitine is necessary to transport fats from long-chain fatty acids – CLFA in the mitochondria of the heart muscle. L-Carnitine supplementation promotes energy production by the myocardium.

Whey protein contains several bioactive components that can have a positive effect on cardiovascular health. Certain bioactive peptides can protect against hypertension by inhibiting the enzyme that converts angiotensin (ACE).

Buy now at

Equilibrio Urinary (UR) Dog Food

The right food for dogs with urinary disorders or with stones (struvites) in their urine.

Features

• Ideal levels of sodium
• Low levels of protein
• Low magnesium and phosphorus levels
• Adequate pH urine

Indication

• Dissolution of struvite stones
• Assists in preventing the formation of struvite stones
• Helps in the treatment of cystitis

Feeding Guideline

Contraindication

• Puppies, pregnant and lactating bitches
• Hypertension
• Hyperlipidemia
• Pancreatitis
• Heart and kidney disease

Administration Period

• Until dissolution of struvites or a maximum of 6 months per advise of a veterinarian

Nutritional Analysis

Crude Protein (min.) 19%, Crude Protein (max.) 21%, Fat (min.) 16%, Moisture (max.) 10%, Fibers (max.) 3.5%, Mineral Matter (max.) 7%, Calcium (max.) 0.6%, Phosphorus (min.) 0.4%, Phosphorus (max.) 0.6%, Sodium (min.) 0.5%, Sodium (max.) 0, 7%, Magnesium (min.) 0.05%, Magnesium (max.) 0.1%, Probiotic (min.) 1%.

Basic Composition

Ground whole grain corn, Medium grain rice, Corn gluten gluten 60, Chicken giblets meal, Flaxseed, Chicken fat (tocopherol and rosemary essence), Chicken liver, Dried brewer’s yeast, Refined fish oil, Beetroot pulp, Egg powder, Probiotic, Mannan-oligosaccharides, Inulin, Sodium chloride (common salt), Potassium chloride, Dicalcium phosphate, Choline chloride, Calcium propionate, Yucca schidigera extract, Hydrolyzed chicken liver, Vitamin supplement, trans-chelated micro-mineral supplement.

Enrichment

Vitamin A 20,000 IU, Vitamin B12 100 mcg, Vitamin C 100 mg, Vitamin D 1000 IU, Vitamin E 500 IU, Selenium 0.5 mg, Folic Acid 1.8 mg, Pantothenic Acid 20 mg, Copper 15 mg, Choline 1500 mg, Iron 100 mg, Iodine 2 mg, Sodium 5 g, Potassium 6 g, Manganese 18 mg, Vitamin B1 10 mg, Vitamin B2 14 mg, Vitamin B6 10 mg, Vitamin H 0.8 mg, Vitamin K 1.5 mg, Vitamin PP 100 mg, Zinc 150 mg.

Clinical Considerations

Most urolithiasis symptoms are accompanied by struvite uroliths (magnesium ammonium phosphate). The most important difference in urolithiasis symptoms between dogs and cats is that most of the infections in cats are not accompanied by urinary tract infection; while the infection is common in dogs.

Struvite stone formation requires some conditions, for example, sufficient concentrations of magnesium, ammonium, and phosphate. The control of the struvite activity products (SAP) system collaborates in the dissolution of stones and in the prevention of recurrences.

It has been suggested that due to the fact that dogs excrete urine more concentrated in urea, the species would be more susceptible to urolithiasis due to infected struvite, due to the conversion of urea to ammonia; one of the structural components of the stone and responsible for the increase in urinary pH. A diet that produces urine with a pH between 6.4 and 6.6 is recommended.

Nutritional management for the dissolution of struvite stones is based on the use of a set of nutrients.

The Food Balance Veterinary Urinary Dogs – UR has a low protein level (18%), however in sufficient quantity and of high quality. The intention of protein restriction is to decrease urinary urea, an important substrate for urease positive bacteria, and for the production of ammonia. In addition, the protocol to reduce the risk of recurrence includes the prevention of urinary tract infection through diet, which must have ingredients that produce slightly acidic urine, and that reduces the structural components of the struvite stone, such as magnesium and phosphorous, in addition to protein.

In bacterial cystitis, consider pharmacological treatment before the start of the diet.

Another significant factor is the control of ingested water, which can vary considerably depending on the conditions and the type of diet. Adequate sodium levels can contribute to the increased degree of water consumption and subsequent urine production.

Buy now at

Equilibrio Intestinal (IN) Dog Food

The right food for dogs with diarrhea and with any form of gastrointestinal upset (malabsorption, gastritis, colitis, etc.)

Features

• With hydrolyzed soy protein
• Optimal level of metabolizable energy
• FOS e MOS
• Glutamine

Indication

• Chronic and acute gastrointestinal disturbances
• Gastritis
• Acute intestinal non-absorption
• Bacterial overgrowth
• Colitis

Administration Period

In acute cases, use according to the recommendation of a veterinarian. In chronic diseases, Equilbrio IN should be provided throughout the entire life of the animal under veterinary supervision. For best use of Equilibrio IN, it is recommended to feed at least 4 times a day.

Feeding Guideline

Contraindication

• Puppies, pregnant and lactating dogs
• Pancreatic insufficiency and/or pancreatitis
• Gastric ulcer
• Hyperlipidemia
• Hepatic or renal failure
• Portosystemic shunt
• Inflammatory bowel disease

Nutritional Analysis

Crude Protein (min.) 23%, Fat (min.) 14%, Fibers (max.) 5%, Moisture (max.) 10%, Mineral Matter (max.) 8%, Calcium (max.) 1.3 %, Phosphorus (min.) 0.75%, Magnesium (min.) 0.05%, Probiotic (min.) 1%. Metabolizable energy: 3,837 kcal / kg.

Basic Composition

Medium grain rice, Chicken giblets, Ground whole corn, Hydrolyzed soy protein, Potato starch, Flaxseed, Chicken fat (tocopherol and rosemary essence), Chicken liver, Refined fish oil, Egg powder, Beetroot pulp, Brewer’s dry yeast, Probiotic, Mannan-oligosaccharides, Inulin, Zeolite, Sodium chloride (common salt), Potassium chloride, Choline chloride, Yucca schidigera extract, Glutamine, Dicalcium phosphate, Chicken liver hydrolyzate, Vitamin supplement, Trans-chelated micromineral supplement.

Enrichment

Vitamin A 20,000 IU, Vitamin B12 100 mcg, Vitamin C 100 mg, Vitamin D 1000 IU, Vitamin E 500 IU, Selenium 0.5 mg, Folic Acid 1.8 mg, Pantothenic Acid 20 mg, Copper 15 mg, Choline 1500 mg, Iron 100 mg, Iodine 2 mg, Sodium 3 g, Potassium 8 g, Manganese 18 mg, Vitamin B1 10 mg, Vitamin B2 14 mg, Vitamin B6 10 mg, Vitamin H 0.8 mg, Vitamin K 1.5 mg, Vitamin PP 100 mg, Zinc 200 mg, Glutamine 5000 mg.

Clinical Considerations

Gastrointestinal diseases can be alleviated through dietary management, which can influence absorption, motility, microbiota, and correct nutritional deficiencies. Many affected patients can develop malnutrition symptoms resulting from the organism’s inability to carry out its normal functions.

The inclusion of specific ingredients in the food is recommended to aid in the recovery of dogs with gastrointestinal disturbances, as they will act to compensate for the loss of functional capacity of this system.

Nutritional intervention is an important aspect to achieve recovery success, along with pharmacological therapy.

– High absorption protein: The diseased gastrointestinal tract impairs the absorption of nutrients, which can aggravate the condition and lead to malnutrition. The presence of highly absorbable and digestible soy protein is essential for the recovery of the gastrointestinal system.

– Ideal level of ME: The metabolizable energy is inversely proportional to the quantity of food that must be supplied. The immediate nutritional management of an acute gastrointestinal disease usually consists of reducing the amount of food, with the intention of contributing to gastric rest. For this reason, Balance Veterinary Intestinal has ideal metabolizable energy.

– FOS and MOS: prebiotics are capable of promoting intestinal health.

FOS, in the small intestine, is resistant to the action of intestinal and pancreatic enzymes, which gives it an osmotic effect due to its water-holding capacity. MOS, derived from the yeast wall, modulates the immune system and the gut microbiota.

– Glutamine: an amino acid that works as a nutritional agent in gastrointestinal disturbances. In addition to protecting the intestine and stomach, it provides energy for the enterocytes, while preventing mucosal atrophy and reducing the risks of bacterial translocation.

Buy now at

Equilibrio Hypoallergenic (HA) Dog Food

The right food for itchy dogs or with any form of skin allergy such as that caused by food intolerance.

Features

• Hydrolyzed Soy Protein: Highly digestible protein source
• Omegas 3: (linolenic acid) and 6 (linoleic acid): anti-inflammatory
agents
• Antioxidant Complex: helps in protecting cells against the action of free radicals.
• Probiotics and Prebiotics: contributing to the balance of intestinal flora.

Indication

• Dermatitis associated with food allergy
• Gastroenteritis associated with food allergy
• Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
• Enteropathy with protein loss
• Inflammatory bowel disease

Feeding Guideline

Contraindication

• Renal or hepatic failure

Treatment Period

• Throughout the animal’s life without interruptions with directions from the veterinarian.

Objectives

• Aid in the diagnosis.
• Extinguish and / or minimize adverse reactions associated with food hypersensitivity.
• Dermatitis: itching, skin irritation, secundary infection, etc.
• Gastrointestinal tract : vomiting and diarrhea.
• Nutritional long term maintenance of the animal.

Nutritional Analysis

Moisture (Max) 10%, Crude Protein (Min) 21%, Fat (Min) 18%, Fibers (Max) 3.5%, Mineral Matter (Max) 7.5%, Calcium (Max. ) 1.4%, Phosphorus (Min.) 0.75%, Linolenic Acid (Min.) 1%, Linoleic Acid (Min.) 5%, Inulin (Min.) 0.55%, Probiotic (Min.) 1 %. Metabolizable Energy: 3,783 kcal / kg

Basic Composition

Half grain rice, Barley, Hydrolyzed soy protein*, Dehydrated Potato, Chicken fat (preserved with tocopherol and rosemary essence), Beet pulp, Refined fish oil, Dried brewer’s yeast, Flaxseed, Probiotic, Evening Primrose, Inulin, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Chloride (common salt), Dicalcium Phosphate, Yucca schidigera Extract, Vitamin supplement, Trans-chelated micromineral supplement.
* Agrobacterium tumefaciens, Arabidopsis thaliana, Bacillus thuringiensis, Streptomyces viridochromogenes.

Enrichment

Vitamin A 20000 IU, Vitamin B12 150 mcg, Vitamin C 70 mg, Vitamin D 1000 IU, Vitamin E 500 IU, Selenium 0.8 mg, Folic Acid 10 mg, Pantothenic Acid 100 mg, Copper 20 mg, Choline 1200 mg, Iron 200 mg, Iodine 3 mg, Sodium 3 g, Potassium 4 g, Manganese 80 mg, Vitamin B1 25 mg, Vitamin B2 50 mg, Vitamin B6 60 mg, Vitamin H 2.8 mg, Vitamin K 1 mg, Vitamin PP 400 mg , Zinc 250 mg.

Clinical Considerations

Allergic dermatitis is a very specific and increasingly common condition. Balance Veterinary Hypoallergenic Dogs – HA contains hydrolyzed protein in its composition, which is an excellent hypoallergenic protein source, due to its low molecular weight. The decrease in the molecular weight of proteins, measured in colorblind, decreases their allergenic power. Decreasing the size of the proteins reduces the probability of an allergic reaction and at the same time increases digestibility, which reduces their permanence in the intestine, allowing little time for the development of allergic reactions and/or intolerances. Furthermore, soy hydrolyzate contains an excellent biological value. Biotin, Pantothenic Acid, Nicotinamide, Pyridoxine, and Choline increase the synthesis of ceramides, improving the effectiveness of the epidermal barrier.

PREBIOTIC

The fruit-oligosaccharides (FOS), found in inulin and in the beet pulp, are used by the intestinal microbiota. They stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria by inhibiting the proliferation of pathogenic bacteria and promoting digestion and absorption of nutrients.

Mannan-oligosaccharides (MOS) are extracted from the yeast walls. As well as FOS, they will stimulate the growth of the beneficial intestinal microbiota and inhibit the proliferation of pathogenic bacteria, favoring the digestion and absorption of nutrients.

Balance Veterinary Hypoallergenic Dogs – HA contains the perfect combination of Probiotics and Prebiotics, which help in the health of the digestive system, optimizing the absorption of nutrients essential for the health of the animal.

Trans-chelated vitamins and minerals are extremely important for good development and vitality. In adequate and balanced amounts, they contribute to maintaining the animal’s health.

Chelated Minerals: they are minerals linked to an amino acid and are ready to be absorbed by the body, being fully used; in this way, its effects are much better when compared to common minerals.

Antioxidant Complex: Vitamin E, Selenium, Vitamin C and beta carotene are powerful cellular antioxidants that help fight free radicals.

Omega-3 and Omega-6: they act in the inflammatory process, they carry out primary functions in cell membranes, contributing to the integrity and restoration of skin health.

Buy now at

Equilibrio Obesity & Diabetic (O&D) Dog Food

The right food for obese and/or diabetic dogs, and for those with hyperlipidemia.

Features

• Reduced calories.
Low energy density for weight loss and maintenance.
• Fibers to stimulate satiety.
High fiber content to regulate your pet’s food intake.

Nutritional Analysis

Crude Protein (min) 32%, Fat (min) 7.5%, Fiber (max) 10%, Moisture (max) 10%, Mineral Matter (max) 8%, Calcium (max) 1.2%, Phosphorus (min.) 0.7%, L-carnitine (min.) 0.04%, Probiotic (min.) 1%. Metabolizable energy: 3,100 kcal / kg.

Feeding Guideline

Basic Composition

Barley, Ground whole sorghum, Chicken giblets flour, Soy bran, Corn gluten gluten 60, Isolated soy protein, chicken fat (preserved with tocopherol and rosemary essence), Beetroot pulp, Brewer’s dry yeast, Flaxseed, Probiotic, Mannan-oligosaccharides, Dicalcium phosphate, Inulin, Potassium chloride, Cellulose powder, Yucca schidigera extract, Zeolite, DL-methionine, taurine, L-carnitine, Sodium chloride (common salt), Propionate of Calcium, Choline Chloride, Chromium Picolinate, Chicken liver hydrolyzate, Vitamin supplement, Trans-chelated micromineral supplement.

Enrichment

Vitamin A 18000 IU, Vitamin B12 150 mcg, Vitamin C 100 mg, Vitamin D 1000 IU, Vitamin E 500 IU, Selenium 0.5 mg, Folic Acid 3 mg, Pantothenic Acid 50 mg, Copper 20 mg, Choline 1400 mg, Chromium 200 mcg, Iron 125 mg, Iodine 2.5 mg, DL-methionine 5000 mg, Sodium 4 g, Potassium 6 g, Manganese 50 mg, Vitamin B1 20 mg, Vitamin B2 40 mg, Vitamin B6 20 mg, Vitamin H 1, 5 mg, Vitamin K 1 mg, Vitamin PP 140 mg, Zinc 120 mg, Taurine 2000 mg.

Clinical Considerations

Obesity is the most prevalent nutritional disease in veterinary clinics, characterized by a positive energy balance condition, in which consumption exceeds expenditure, with lipid reserve stored in the form of triglycerides in adipose tissue and various deleterious effects for health. Its etiology is multifactorial and includes inadequate diet such as homemade food and snacks in excess, genetic factors, sedentary lifestyle, castration, endocrinopathies (hyperadrenocorticism, hypothyroidism, diabetes mellitus), use of glucocorticoids, progestagens, anticonvulsants, etc.

There are 2 types of obesity: Hypertrophic and Hyperplastic, being that hypertrophic obesity is characterized by an increase in the size of adipocytes, and hyperplastic obesity is characterized by an increase in the number and size of adipocytes.

It is important to assess whether the animal is overweight, obese, or pronounced obese. Overweight is when the animal is 1% to 14% above the ideal weight; obese, 15% to 30% above the ideal weight, in pronounced obesity the animal should be above 30%. Overweight animals can consume Equilibrio Light, but in the case of obesity and pronounced obesity, the ideal food is Equilibrio Veterinary Obesity & Diabetic Dogs – O&D.

Balance Veterinary Obesity & Diabetic Dogs – O&D presents in its composition low energy content, which helps in the control of excess body fat; high content of soluble fibers (beet pulp and inulin) and insoluble fibers (cellulose powder and psyllium) promoting animal satiety, thus reducing calorie consumption and maintaining the health of the gastrointestinal tract. Soluble fibers slow down gastric emptying and control nutrient absorption. Insoluble fibers increase the volume of food and speed up gastrointestinal transit.

30% protein is considered ideal for maintaining lean mass.

The high concentration of L-carnitine in the product Balance Veterinary Obesity & Diabetic Dogs – O&D accelerates fat burning and also helps maintain lean mass.

The use of natural antioxidants, such as Vitamin E, C, D, and beta carotene, fights free radicals, and prevents early cell aging.

Polyunsaturated fatty acids help reduce serum triglyceride levels and increase insulin sensitivity.

The mineral chromium is very important for diabetic animals, as it is considered a facilitator for the entry of glucose into the cell and thus regulates glycemic indexes.

Buy now at