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Table of Contents

1. The Dual Challenge: Digestion and Weight Control

2. Highly Digestible Proteins for Optimal Recovery

3. The Benefits of Moderate Calorie Intake

4. Microbiome Support: Balancing the Gut Flora

5. Essential Fatty Acids: EPA and DHA

6. Feeding Guidelines and Nutritional Analysis

The Dual Challenge: Digestion and Weight Control

When your cat suffers from gastrointestinal sensitivities, finding the right nutrition can feel like a balancing act. Many therapeutic diets are high in fat to provide energy for recovery, but for cats that are neutered or prone to weight gain, this can lead to obesity. A compromised gut needs high-quality nutrients, but the rest of the body needs to stay lean and active.

Royal Canin Feline Gastrointestinal Moderate Calorie is the ultimate solution for cats requiring digestive support without the excess calories. It is specifically formulated to manage acute and chronic digestive issues while providing 11.5% fewer calories than the standard GI dry formula. This ensures your pet gets the essential support they need for their stomach while protecting them from the health risks associated with being overweight.

Highly Digestible Proteins for Optimal Recovery

The primary goal of any gastrointestinal diet is to ensure that the nutrients consumed are actually absorbed. When the intestinal tract is inflamed or sensitive, the body struggles to process complex ingredients.

Supporting the Compromised Gut

Royal Canin uses a combination of highly digestible proteins, such as chicken by-product meal and wheat gluten, to minimize the workload on the digestive system. By providing “pre-selected” high-quality proteins, the diet reduces the amount of undigested food reaching the colon. This significantly decreases the likelihood of fermentation, gas, and diarrhea, which are common symptoms of GI distress.

The Benefits of Moderate Calorie Intake

In today’s pet care landscape, many cats are strictly indoors and neutered, leading to a sedentary lifestyle. If these cats develop gastrointestinal issues, a traditional high-energy recovery diet can quickly lead to weight gain.

Weight Maintenance During Therapy

This formula contains a moderate calorie content (3436 kcal/kg) specifically designed for maintenance. By providing 313 kilocalories per cup, it allows pet parents to feed a satisfying portion size that satisfies the cat’s hunger while strictly controlling their energy intake. This is particularly beneficial for long-term management of chronic conditions like pancreatitis or inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in cats that must stay at an ideal body condition.

Microbiome Support: Balancing the Gut Flora

The gut is home to a complex ecosystem of bacteria known as the microbiome. When this balance is disrupted, it can lead to chronic digestive upset and a weakened immune system.

This formula is enriched with selected prebiotics, including fructooligosaccharides (FOS) and hydrolyzed yeast. These ingredients act as “fuel” for the beneficial bacteria in your cat’s intestines. By supporting a healthy gut microbiome, this diet helps restore the natural barrier of the intestinal wall and improves the quality of stools.

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Essential Fatty Acids: EPA and DHA

Inflammation is a common factor in almost all gastrointestinal disorders. To combat this, Royal Canin includes specific long-chain Omega-3 fatty acids: Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA).

These essential fatty acids, sourced from fish oil and marine microalgae oil, are proven to help manage inflammatory responses within the digestive tract. By soothing the lining of the intestines, they contribute to a more comfortable digestive process and promote a healthy skin and coat—often the first things to suffer during a digestive crisis.

Feeding Guidelines and Nutritional Analysis

To ensure your cat maintains an ideal body condition, it is vital to follow the feeding instructions provided by your veterinarian.

Guaranteed Analysis:

• Crude Protein (min.): 33.0%

• Crude Fat (min.): 11.0%

• Crude Fiber (max.): 8.0%

• Moisture (max.): 7.5%

• EPA + DHA (min.): 0.23%

• Vitamin E (min.): 350 IU/kg

Feeding Quantity (Approximate per day): | Cat Weight | Target Weight (g) | Target Weight (cups) | | :— | :— | :— | | 2 kg | 33g | 3/8 cup | | 4 kg | 54g | 5/8 cup | | 6 kg | 72g | 7/8 cup | | 8 kg | 88g | 1 1/8 cups |

Note: For cats that are significantly overweight, the feeding amount should be adjusted based on their target weight rather than their current weight.

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