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HPM Prev - Baby Dog Small & Toy
HPM Prev - Baby Dog Small & Toy
  • Supports brain development
  • Supports healthy growth
  • Immune and digestive support

VETERINARY HPM®

VETERINARY HPM Small Breed Puppy Food

VETERINARY HPM® Puppy Small & Toy is a complete dry puppy food designed to meet the unique nutritional needs of small-breed puppies. Suitable for puppies up to 10 months old that will weigh up to 10kg as adults, and pregnant and lactating small-breed dogs.

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Product details

Your small-breed puppy will grow up to 20 times their birth weight in their first year. Give them all the nutrients they need for healthy growth with VETERINARY HPM® Puppy Small & Toy food.

This complete and balanced dry puppy food supports the growth of small-breed dogs aged up to 10 months old. The tasty recipe is expertly tailored to meet the unique nutritional needs of our smallest canine companions.

Ideally adapted to dogs’ needs and optimal health, Veterinary HPM® Puppy Small & Toy offers a low-carb, high-protein formula containing 23.5% carbohydrates and 35% protein (of which 89% of animal origin).

Healthy and intense growth
VETERINARY HPM® Puppy Small & Toy is rich in the nutrients your puppy needs for steady, healthy growth. It contains high energy density, a high amount of high quality protein, and the right balance of essential minerals like calcium and phosphorus.

Immune support
Beta-glucan is an insoluble fibre extracted from yeast that helps your puppy to build a strong, resilient immune system. It’s shown to improve the immune response after vaccinations, boosting your puppy’s defences against disease.[1]

Digestive tolerance
Prebiotics and probiotics support the growth of beneficial digestive flora in the gut. VETERINARY HPM® Puppy Small & Toy also includes psyllium fibre and bentonite to regulate digestive transit and ensure normal stool odour and consistency.

Oral and dental health
Set your puppy up for a lifetime of good oral and dental health. Ascophyllum nodosum seaweed helps to limit plaque and tartar formation and reduce bad breath in puppies.

Brain development
The first months are critical for your puppy’s ability to learn new skills, socialise, and respond to training. DHA from fish oil supports healthy brain development and cognitive function during this vital stage.

VETERINARY HPM® Puppy Small & Toy is a suitable food for puppies up to 10 months old, whose adult weight would be less than 10kg. It’s also ideal for pregnant and lactating dogs under 10kg, meeting the nutritional needs of both mother and puppy.

Benefits

High amounts of high-quality animal protein, balanced mineral content and high energy density support rapid, harmonious growth.

Contains beta-glucan to improve the immune response to vaccinations and boost your puppy’s defences against disease. [1]

Ascophyllum nodosum seaweed helps to limit plaque and tartar formation, promote healthy gums and reduce bad breath.

Gentle, functional ingredients promote a healthy gut flora, regular digestive movement, and normal stools.

DHA from fish oil supports your puppy’s brain development as they learn about the world around them.

Ration

Body weight (kg) Daily ration (g/day)
Age (months)
2 3 4-6 7 8-9 10
0.5 50 45 35 35
1 80 70 60 55 45 40
1.5 105 90 75 70 60 50
2 125 110 95 85 75 65
3 165 145 125 110 100 80
4 200 175 150 135 120 100
5 200 175 155 140 115
6 195 175 155 130
7 195 175 145
8 215 190 160
9 205 170
10 185

* These amounts are approximate and may vary depending on the breed and activity level of the puppy.

Composition

Dehydrated pork and poultry proteins; Rice; Poultry Fats; Peas; Lignocellulose; Hydrolysed pork and poultry proteins; Minerals; Linseed; Fish oil; Dried (sugar) beet pulp; Fructo-oligosaccharides; Psyllium fibre (Plantago (L.) spp.); Inactivated brewer’s yeast; Seaweed meal (Ascophyllum nodosum); Inactivated Lactobacillus helveticus

Ingredients

Beta-glucan

  • Insoluble fibre derived from brewer’s yeast
  • Supports healthy immune development
  • Improves immune response to vaccinations [1]

Ascophyllum nodosum

  • Brown seaweed
  • Limits plaque and tartar formation
  • Reduces bad breath

Fish oil

  • Rich source of DHA
  • Supports healthy brain development
  • Supports learning and cognitive function

Moisture
9
Protein
35
Animal to vegetal protein ratio (%)
89/11
Fat
21
Minerals
7.5
Crude cellulose
4
Total dietary fibre
7.5
NFE*
23.5
Starch
19
Calcium
1.3
Phosphorus
1
Ca/P ratio
1.3
Sodium
0.5
Omega-6
4
Omega-3
1.2
EPA+DHA
0.3
(in % of crude matter)

Vitamin A (IU/kg)
11000
Vitamin D3 (IU/kg)
1100
Vitamin B1 thiamine) (mg/kg)
3.8
Vitamin B2 (riboflavine) (mg/kg)
11
Vitamin B3 (PP, niacine, nicotinic ac) (mg/kg)
30
Vitamin B5 (pantothenic ac) (mg/kg)
26
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) (mg/kg)
3
Vitamin B9 (folic ac) (mg/kg)
0.48
Vitamin B12 (cobalamine) (mg/kg)
0.062
Choline (mg/kg)
3000
Taurine (mg/kg)
1500
Copper (mg/kg)
18
Iron (mg/kg)
260
Iodine (mg/kg)
3.0
Manganese (mg/kg)
26
Selenium (mg/kg)
0.4
Zinc (mg/kg)
160

bentonite (%)
0.5
heat-treated lactobacilli (mg/kg)
7
beta-glucan (mg/kg)
500
Ascophyllum nodosum (%)
0.2
L-carnitine (mg/kg)
330

ME** calculated (kcal/100g)***
396
PCR (g/Mcal)***
88
Energy from protein (%)
32
Energy from fat (%)
47
Energy from NFE*(%)
21
* Nitrogen Free Extract ** Metabolisable energy *** Protein to calorie ratio, calculated with NRC 2006

FAQ

VETERINARY HPM® Puppy Small & Toy Dog is a dry puppy food suitable for small-breed puppies up to 10 months old, who are expected to weigh no more than 10kg at their full adult weight. It’s also suitable for pregnant or lactating small-breed adult dogs weighing less than 10kg. Always check with your veterinarian before giving your pregnant or lactating dog a new food to ensure it’s suitable for their needs.

Dogs are naturally carnivores and need to eat an abundance of high-quality animal proteins for optimal health. This is especially true for puppies, who experience intense and rapid growth in their first year. VETERINARY HPM® Puppy Small & Toy Dog is formulated to meet these needs with 35% protein (90% animal origin) and 23.5% carbohydrates. The high-protein/low-carbohydrate balance is ideal for preserving lean muscle mass, achieving a healthy weight, and facilitating your dog's digestion.

You can find recommended daily ration for VETERINARY HPM® Puppy Small & Toy Dog on this page and on the packaging. For puppies, the rations will depend on their age and body weight. Weigh your puppy every month and adjust their rations as needed to ensure healthy growth. For pregnant dogs, calculate the ration based on their weight at the start of pregnancy. For lactating dogs, calculate the ration based on their current weight. If you’re unsure how much to feed your dog at any age or life stage, always ask your vet for advice.

It’s always best to introduce new foods gradually. Try mixing a small amount of the new food with your dog’s current food, gradually increasing the amount until they’re exclusively eating the new food. Use the following schedule as a guide for a successful transition: • Days 1-2 – 75% current food and 25% new food. • Days 3-4 – 50% current food and 50% new food. • Days 5-6 – 25% current food and 75% new food. • Day 7 onwards – 100% new food.

[1] I. Leriche et al. Immunostimulatory effect of beta-1.3/1.6-glucan supplementation in a dry diet after vaccination in puppies. SEVC Congress 2015.
[2] G. Chaix et al. Questionnaire-based pet owner evaluation of gastrointestinal tolerance of a new high protein low carbohydrate diet range in growing dogs. Intern J Appl Res Vet Vol. 14, No. 2, 2016.

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