Large dogs start out very small. Form the start, your dog needs the correct kind of balanced, complete nutrition. In this decisive growth phase, your puppy needs a supply of essential nutrients to ensure long-term health. Your puppy's immune system is also developing. Royal Canin Maxi Puppy contains a patented complex of antioxidants, including vitamin E, to help grow & strengthen the immune system. It also contains high-quality L.I.P. proteins & prebiotics such as FOS. It ensures good digestion & balanced gut flora, supporting good stool quality. Unlike smaller breeds, large breed puppies undergo a long growth phase. Royal Canin Maxi Puppy contains a moderate energy content in order to meet your dog's needs in this phase. Too little energy could lead to deficiencies, but too much could encourage your puppy to grow too quickly, which can also have terrible consequences for your puppy's skeleton. Therefore, an adapted energy content is essential. Royal Canin Maxi Puppy at a glance: Balanced dry food for puppies (2-15) months of large breeds (26-44kg) Healthy growth & development Patented antioxidant complex for a strong immune system, with L.I.P. proteins & prebiotics for healthy digestion & moderate energy supply for slow, steady growth. Optimum food intake Adapted kibble size, structure & shape to encourage chewing & swallowing. Harmonious muscle & bone growth: with a suitable content of protein/energy & balanced supply of calcium & phosphorus Healthy joints: chondroitin sulphate & glucosamine, EPA & DHA for healthy cartilage & joints Strengthens the immune system: with taurine, lutein, vitamins C & E, & mannanoligosaccharides Acti Flora: psyllium, dried sugar beet pulp & fructo- & mannanoligosaccharides ensure balanced gut flora & protect the mucous membrane More variety for dogs & puppies: other product varieties In order to provide your dog with variety, this is also available as a wet food in tender, soft mousse, with delicious flavour & ideal nutrients to support healthy & balance. Royal Canin Quality guarantee All Royal Canin products undergo comprehensive quality controls to ensure your pet's food is of the highest standard & that individual needs as well as lifestyle are accounted for. This means that Royal Canin Puppy offers your young dog high-quality, balanced nutrition. Complete & balanced combination: This Royal Canin food provides your puppy with the perfect combination of wet & dry food for healthy, balanced nutrition. It consists of crunchy kibble & tender chunks in sauce. Why not try to delicate meaty pieces as a delicious topping to kibble? It is available in different sizes for small, medium & large puppies. It also helps to support your puppy's teeth, guaranteeing optimum nutrition adapted to meet special needs.