Virbac HPM Dog D1 Dermato

Virbac HPM Dog D1 Dermato is a specially developed food for dogs with skin problems, dermatosis or hair loss. The food provides essential support for the skin and coat by supplying important nutrients that help restore the skin barrier, reduce itching and strengthen the quality of the coat.

Key benefits and characteristics

• Improves coat condition : A high content of linoleic acid (LA) helps reduce dandruff production and regulate sebum secretion for a healthy and shiny coat.
• High content of protein and sulfur amino acids : Rich in animal protein, which supports skin regeneration and promotes healthy hair growth.
• Derma Plus Complex: A balanced blend of omega-6 and omega-3 from fish oil, sunflower oil, flaxseed and borage seed, combined with vitamins A and E, helps improve skin health and reduce signs of dermatosis and dermatitis.
• High level of essential fatty acids *: High content of omega-6 and omega-3 reduces inflammatory reactions in the skin.
• Supports the skin's barrier function: Animal protein and essential fatty acids help rebuild the skin barrier and strengthen the skin's natural defenses.

*According to Commission Directive 2008/38/EC.

Additional benefits

• Helps reduce itching and redness: The balanced omega-6:3 ratio helps relieve redness and itching for a more comfortable everyday life.
• High digestibility and good tolerance: Enriched with clay, prebiotics, probiotics and fibers to support healthy digestion and optimal nutrient absorption.
• Low allergen composition: Free from gluten, corn, wheat, soy, eggs, fish and dairy products – ideal for sensitive dogs.
• Supports the immune system: High protein content and vitamin E contribute to a strong immune system.
• Suitable for adult and senior dogs: Covers the daily nutritional needs of both adult and senior dogs.

Nutrition for carnivores

Dogs are natural carnivores, regardless of health challenges. VETERINARY HPM® is based on the HP-LC principle (high protein – low carbohydrate), with over 90% of the protein from animal origin, to provide optimal nutrition adapted to the dog's natural needs.

• 34% High in protein of which 88% animal protein
• 26.5% Low in carbohydrates

Composition

Dehydrated pork and poultry protein, potato starch, animal fat, hydrolysed pork and poultry protein, broad bean pods, peas, minerals, beet pulp, linseed, crude fibre, fish oil, sunflower oil, psyllium fibre (Plantago (L.) spp.), fructooligosaccharides, brewer's yeast, borage seeds, Lactobacillus acidophilus, chondroitin sulfate

Analytical constituents (in feed)

• Protein: 34%
  
• Fat: 18%
  
• Ash: 7.5 %
  
• Crude fiber: 5%
  
• Starch: 20%
  
• Calcium: 1.3%
  
• Phosphorus: 0.9%
  
• Sodium: 0.4%
  
• Methionine + cystine: 1.3 %
  
• Phenylalanine + Tyrosine: 2.1 %
  
• Omega-6 fatty acids: 3%
  
• LA+GLA: 2.7%
  
• Omega-3 fatty acids: 1.1%
  
• EPA+DHA: 0.5%
  
• (LA+GLA):(EPA+DHA) ratio: 0.5%

Important nutritional values

• Metabolizable energy (kcal/100g): 375
  
• Protein digestibility (in vivo; %): 87
  
• Fat digestibility (in vivo; %): 96
  
• Energy from protein (%): 33
  
• Energy from fat (%): 42
  
• Energy from NFE (%): 25
  
• Protein / calorie ratio (g/Mcal): 91

Functional ingredients

• Bentonite: 5 g/kg
  
• Heat-treated Lactobacilli: 7 mg/kg
  
• L-carnitine: 330 mg/kg