DCO Purina Vet Diet Canine

Purina Veterinary Diets DCO Diabetes Colitis brand canine formula provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of the adult dog.

Dietetic food for regulation of glucose supply by offering a high level of complex carbohydrates and an increased level of soluble and insoluble fibre to minimise blood glucose fluctuations.

Medical Indications: - Diabetes mellitus - Fibre responsive colitis - Constipation - Large bowel diarrhea

Medical Contraindications: Conditions associated with catabolic states

Clinical Considerations & Diet Characteristics: High level of complex carbohydrates - reduces post-prandial fluctuations in blood glucose Increased levels of dietary fibre - reduce intestinal transit time, to helps slow glucose absorption, then control of hyperglycemia High levels of soluble fibre - prolong intestinal transit time, for greater water absorption and promote the production of short chain fatty acids which nourish the intestinal mucosa Increased levels of omega-3 fatty acids - help manage inflammatory conditions Moderate levels of dietary fat, calories and protein - maintain body condition