Leader Senior Large Breed Chicken & Rice Dog Food

Leader Senior Large Breed Chicken & Rice is a complete dry dog food specially formulated for large breed dogs aged 6 years and over. As dogs age, their joints, digestion, and immune system need additional nutritional support. This carefully balanced recipe provides highly digestible nutrition while supporting joint health and mobility.

With chicken as the number one ingredient and added glucosamine and chondroitin, this recipe helps support ageing joints and maintain comfortable movement. Natural botanicals and balanced nutrition also help support digestion, immune health, and overall wellbeing in senior dogs.

Key Benefits 🐾

✔ Supports joint health and mobility in senior dogs 🦴
✔ Added glucosamine and chondroitin for ageing joints 💪
✔ Highly digestible ingredients support gentle digestion 🌿
✔ Chicken as the number one ingredient for quality protein 🍗
✔ Natural botanicals help support overall wellbeing 🌱
✔ Larger kibble designed for large breed dogs 🦴

Leader focuses on simple, natural ingredients to provide balanced nutrition while supporting healthy ageing and maintaining quality of life for senior large breed dogs.

Suitable For 🐕

• Large breed dogs aged 6 years and older
• Senior dogs needing joint support
• Dogs with reduced mobility or stiffness
• Dogs needing a gentle, highly digestible diet

Not Suitable For ⚠️

• Puppies and young dogs
• Small or toy breed dogs
• Highly active working dogs requiring high-energy diets

Primary Protein Source 🍗

Chicken is the main protein in this recipe, providing essential amino acids that help maintain muscle mass in senior dogs. The balanced protein and fat levels help support healthy weight management in older dogs.

Joint Support 🦴

This recipe contains added glucosamine and chondroitin to help support joint cartilage and mobility. These nutrients are particularly beneficial for large breed dogs, which often place greater stress on their joints as they age.

Kibble Size 🦴

The larger kibble size is designed specifically for large breed dogs. It encourages proper chewing and helps slow down fast eaters.

FAQs ❓

What age should dogs switch to this food?

This recipe is recommended for large breed dogs aged approximately 6 years and older, when they begin to benefit from a senior diet.

Does this food support joint health?

Yes. Added glucosamine and chondroitin help support cartilage health and maintain joint mobility in ageing dogs.

Is this food easy to digest?

Yes. Highly digestible ingredients such as rice and oats help support digestive health and comfortable digestion.

Does this food support immune health?

Yes. Balanced vitamins, minerals, and natural botanicals help support the immune system and overall wellbeing.

Is the kibble suitable for large breed dogs?

Yes. The kibble size and shape are designed specifically for large breed dogs.

Ingredients 🧾

Dehydrated Chicken (26%), Brown Rice, White Rice, Chicken Fat, Dehulled Oats, Whole Linseed, Minerals, Alfalfa, Hydrolysed Liver Protein, Yeast Extract, Chicory Inulin, Dried Cranberries, Dried Beetroot, Rosemary, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Ginger, Turmeric, Chondroitin Sulphate, Yucca schidigera.

Analytical Constituents 📊

Feeding Guide 🍽️

Your dog’s feeding requirements will vary depending on age, activity level, and environment. The following table shows recommended total daily feeding amounts which can be adjusted depending on your dog's individual needs.

Ideally feed adult dogs twice per day, splitting the daily amount between morning and evening meals. Leader can be fed dry or lightly moistened using 1 part lukewarm water to 2 parts food if preferred.

How to Transition to This Food 🔄

When switching foods, transition gradually over 5–7 days to avoid digestive upset.

Day 1–2: 75% current food / 25% Leader
Day 3–4: 50% current food / 50% Leader
Day 5–6: 25% current food / 75% Leader
Day 7: 100% Leader

Storage 🏡

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Reseal the bag after opening to maintain freshness and quality.

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