As dogs age, their dietary needs change. MERA essential Senior is a premium dry feed made according to the dietary needs of elderly dogs. The high quality ingredients support health and vitality in your dog. This feed has a moderate protein content of 22% and a lightly reduced energy content of 9.5% to meet the altered energy requirements. The SeniorPlus Complex in this feed also has a lowered phosphorous and sodium content to take the burden off of the kidneys. The food contains New Zealand green-lipped mussels, which are rich in chondroitin and glucosamine to help maintain cartilage and joints. MERA essential Senior contains extra vitamins and natural beta-glucane to support the body’s natural defenses. The recipe contains no wheat, which frequently triggers food intolerances and allergies. Top quality poultry, egg and fish provide protein and functional ingredients like probiotic inulin, salmon oil, linseed and yucca schidigera support different aspects of your dog’s health. The MERA CareConcept provides your dog with a tasty meal that contains everything it needs: important natural antioxidants like vitamin C, E, beta-carotine and selenium provide optimal cellular protection. A high omega-3 and -6 fatty acid content from salmon oil, sunflower oil and linseed helps keep skin and fur healthy. Probiotic inulin improves and brings stability to intestinal flora and the digestion. High quality animal proteins from poultry, egg and fish support healthy body building as well as maintaining muscle mass and an active metabolism. A special active ingredient complex (Odour-Stop) can help to reduce nasty faeces odour. The food is made to standards in Germany that are of the highest level and are also free from colourants and preservatives. MERA essential Senior at a glance: Premium complete feed for ageing dogs Protein 22% / fat 9%: appropriate energy content, mildly reduced fat content SeniorPlus Complex: reduced phosphorous sodium content to unburden the kidneys, moderate energy content, New Zealand green-lipped mussels (glucosamine chondroitin) to maintain cartilage healthy joints, top quality protein source Increased vitamin content beta-glucane: to support the body’s natural defenses Wheat-free: for improved tolerance The MERA CareConcept – for all-round care of your dog: Cellular protection: a high anti-oxidant content (vitamin C E, beta-carotine and selenium) for optimal protection of cells and to protect against free radicals Skin fur: linseed, salmon oil and sunflower oil provide essential omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and zinc chelate, which can dramatically improve the health of skin and fur Stable intestinal flora easy digestion: with the help of probiotic inulin, friendly good bacteria get a boost in the intestine, at the same time counteracting the spread of pathological bacteria Body building: high quality animal proteins from poultry, egg fish support healthy body development and maintain muscle Metabolism: appropriate energy content and easily digestible ingredients support an active metabolism OdourStop Formula: a special active ingredient complex of yucca schidigera helps reduce unpleasant dog odour 100% made in Germany: top quality and produced to food standards No colourants or preservatives Sustainable production: all products are produced using “green energy” from 100% renewable energy sources, CO2-neutral The MERA brand has stood for high-quality pet food for over 60 years. Years of experience, unbeatable quality and customer trust have made MERA a premium dog food supplier. High-quality, natural raw materials are the base of the MERA CareConcept: all raw ingredients come from healthy animals whose meat is meant for human consumption. These ingredients are monitored and certified by state-authorized veterinarians, to make sure to give your dog the nutrition it needs to lead a full, healthy, and happy life.