Royal Canin Labrador Retriever Puppy Dry Dog Food

The Labrador Retriever's relationship with food is unlike most other breeds. A well-documented POMC gene mutation affects satiety signalling in many Labradors, meaning the dog genuinely does not feel full the way other breeds do. This creates a lifelong weight management challenge that begins in puppyhood. Royal Canin Labrador Retriever Puppy addresses this from the start with adapted energy content that supports healthy growth without excess calories.

The formula provides adapted calcium and phosphorus alongside balanced protein and energy to support the Labrador's skeletal development during a 15-month growth period. The goal is harmonious growth: a puppy that develops strong bones and lean muscle without the excess body condition that would stress developing joints and establish unhealthy patterns. Getting this balance right during growth is particularly important for a breed that will spend its life running, swimming and retrieving.

Digestive health is supported through highly digestible L.I.P. proteins and prebiotics (FOS) that promote balanced intestinal flora and consistent stool quality. For a breed that eats with such enthusiasm, digestive efficiency is important: the faster food moves through the system, the less opportunity for nutrient absorption, making protein quality and digestibility critical.

The immune system receives targeted support through an antioxidant complex including vitamin E during the months when maternal protection is fading and the puppy is encountering new environments.

Available in a 12 kg bag. Transition to Royal Canin Labrador Retriever Adult at 15 months over 7 days.

Reg. V19368. Act 36 (1947).

• Immune system support: Growth is an essential stage in your dog's life: it is the time of big changes, discoveries and new encounters. During this key period, the puppy's immune system develops gradually. LABRADOR RETRIEVER PUPPY helps support your puppy's natural defences thanks particularly to a complex of antioxidants including vitamin E.
• Healthy growth & weight: Contributes to the healthy development of the growing Labrador Retriever puppy's bone structure and promotes harmonious weight gain thanks to an adapted intake of energy, protein, calcium and phosphorus.
• Digestive health: Combination of nutrients with high quality protein (L.I.P.*) and prebiotics (FOS) to support digestive health and balance of intestinal flora, which contributes to good stool quality. *Protein selected for its very high digestibility.

• Life stage: Puppy (up to 15 months)
• Breed: Labrador Retriever
• Food type: Complete dry dog food
• Key benefits: Bone and joint development, digestive health, ideal growth
• Product range: Breed Health Nutrition

Composition

Dehydrated poultry protein, maize, vegetable protein isolate*, rice, maize flour, animal fats, maize gluten, hydrolysed animal proteins, wheat flour, beet pulp, fish oil, minerals, vegetable fibres, soya oil, fructooligosaccharides (0.34%), psyllium husks and seeds, hydrolysed yeast (source of manno-oligo-saccharides), hydrolysed crustaceans (source of glucosamine), borage oil, yeasts extracts (source of betaglucans), marigold extract (source of lutein), hydrolysed cartilage (source of chondroitin).

Additives (per kg)

Nutritional additives: Vitamin A: 26500 IU, Vitamin D3: 800 IU, Vitamin E: 490 mg - E1 (Iron): 56 mg, E2 (Iodine): 3.6 mg, E4 (Copper): 6 mg, E5 (Manganese): 41 mg, E6 (Zinc): 119 mg, E8 (Selenium): 0.17 mg - Technological additives: Clinoptilolite of sedimentary origin: 10 g - Sensory additives: Yucca extract: 125 mg - Preservatives - Antioxidants.

* L.I.P.: protein selected for its very high digestibility.

Daily feeding amounts should be adjusted according to age and expected adult weight.

2–4 months of age:

• Adult weight 26 kg: 2 months – 212 g; 3 months – 262 g; 4 months – 284 g
• Adult weight 32 kg: 2 months – 224 g; 3 months – 283 g; 4 months – 309 g
• Adult weight 40 kg: 2 months – 239 g; 3 months – 310 g; 4 months – 341 g

6–14 months of age:

• Adult weight 26 kg: 6 months – 325 g; 10 months – 288 g; 12 months – 289 g; 14 months – 287 g
• Adult weight 32 kg: 6 months – 379 g; 10 months – 338 g; 12 months – 339 g; 14 months – 335 g
• Adult weight 40 kg: 6 months – 447 g; 10 months – 413 g; 12 months – 403 g; 14 months – 396 g

Metabolisable energy: 3815 kcal/kg.

Why is my Labrador puppy always hungry?

Many Labradors carry a POMC gene mutation that impairs satiety signalling, meaning they genuinely do not feel full. This is a documented genetic trait, not a behavioural problem. Portion control through precise measurement is essential, as the puppy cannot self-regulate intake.

How do I prevent my Lab puppy from becoming overweight?

Use precise portions and control all calorie intake.

• Measure every meal with a kitchen scale using the feeding guide.
• Account for all treats in the daily allowance.
• Never free-feed a Labrador.
• This formula's adapted energy content supports healthy growth without excess calories, but precise portions are the owner's responsibility.

When should I switch to adult food?

Transition to Royal Canin Labrador Retriever Adult at 15 months, gradually over 7 days.

What sizes are available?

Royal Canin Labrador Retriever Puppy is available in a 12 kg bag.

Is this product available in South Africa?

Yes. Canine & Co delivers the full Royal Canin Breed Health Nutrition range across South Africa. This product is registered under V19368, Act 36 (1947).