{"id":4477337731118,"title":"Mera Essential Junior 1 - All Breeds Puppy Food","handle":"mera-essential-junior-1-puppy-food","description":"\u003cp\u003eA species-appropriate diet is essential for the optimal development of your puppy. Therefore, MERA Essential Junior 1 puppy food is ideally tailored to the nutrient requirements in the growth phase. With the MERA protection concept, Junior 1 offers a coordinated package of active ingredients for the daily needs of your dog. Valuable ingredients such as prebiotic inulin, glucosamine and chondroitin support the puppy’s intestinal flora and ensure optimal joint protection.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMera Essential Junior 1 - All Breeds Puppy Food has been replaced by Mera Care Puppy Chicken. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/canineandco.co.za\/products\/mera-care-puppy-chicken\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Mera Care Puppy Chicken Dog Food\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePlease view the new Mera Care Puppy Chicken here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMERA essential Junior 1 is particularly suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePuppies of small (\u0026lt;15kg final weight) and medium-sized (15-40kg final weight) breeds up to the end of the growth phase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor large (\u0026gt;40kg final weight) breeds, it is ideal up to the 5th month – Thereafter, switching to MERA essential Junior 2 is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eMERA Essential Junior 1 – An extremely tasty, wheat-free high-quality dog food for rearing healthy puppies. Junior 1 is a complete food for small and medium-sized breeds until the end of the growth period. For large breeds up to the 5th month (\u003cem\u003ethereafter\u003cspan\u003e Junior 2).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e MERA Essential Junior 1 (12.5kg) is also suitable for pregnant and lactating females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMERA Essential Junior 1 (12.5kg) is\/contains;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheat-free formula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e29% protein \/ 16% fat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the 2-Phase concept and the MERA CareConcept\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasily digestible poultry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality shellfish meat powder and salmon oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrebiotic inulin and beta-glucans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% “Made in Germany”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced according to foodstuff standards and using green electricity – 100% CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eneutral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo colourants or preservatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2-Phase Concept:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the first months of life, dogs of small, mid-sized, and large breeds require puppy food with a high protein content to ensure the optimum development of organs, muscles, tendons and joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor large breeds, the protein content in the feed can be lowered from the 6th month because from this time on they grow slower than smaller breeds. For this reason, the entire growth period for large breeds is also considerably longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this reason, MERA has developed two different junior products.\u003cbr\u003eMERA Junior 1 for small to mid-sized breeds to the end of the growth period and for large breeds to the end of the 5th month.\u003cbr\u003eMERA Junior 2 for large breeds from 6 months of age to the end of the growth period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll about the MERA CareConcept:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eThe scientifically solid, uniform nutritional system for the healthy and happy life of your dog. Tailored to the individual needs of your dog, this CareConcept creates 360 degrees of total satisfaction.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellular protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antioxidants (vitamin C, E, beta-carotene and selenium) for optimal cellular protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo support natural defenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural beta-glucans to support the natural defenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bodytext\"\u003eSkin and coat: Natural omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids (salmon oil, sunflower oil, linseed) and zinc chelate for skin and coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGut flora and safe digestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prebiotic inulin for a stable intestinal flora and safe digestion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstitution and metabolism\u003c\/strong\u003e: Adequate energy content, high-quality protein sources (poultry, egg) and New Zealand green-lipped mussels (nutrients for cartilage and joints) to support physical constitution and metabolism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution with overfeeding and supplements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eDog owners often think that a dog cannot be overfed, and metabolises all of the energy that it takes in and uses it for growth. However, this is completely false: Overfeeding in particular leads to excessive energy intake and the development of fatty tissue and excess weight, even in puppies. As the fat builds up, the muscles break down, which affects the sensitive skeleton of the dog. Think about and calculate the additional energy you are providing, particularly in treats. If you like to reward your dog with lots of treats, reduce its daily food ratio accordingly. You can reward your dog with the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMERA PURE Goody Snacks\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewithout hesitation since they are adapted to the energy-reduced recipes of Mera's PURE products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution when adding food supplements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eIt is definitely not a case of the more, the merrier. On the contrary, the addition of food supplements such as minerals (calcium, phosphor, and the like) can also cause damage. Mera's puppy food contains ideal proportions of all minerals and vitamins. Too much phosphor, for example, can prevent the absorption of calcium, and too much calcium can cause abnormal bone development. If you still wish to use supplements, we recommend that you consult your vet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoultry protein (35%, partially dried and hydrolysed), rice, maize, poultry fat, linseed, lignocellulose, beef pulp, egg powder, salmon oil (0.7%), brewer’s yeast (dried), sunflower oil (0.5%), sodium chloride, chicory inulin (0.2%), yeast cell walls (=0.05% beta-glucans), potassium chloride, glucosamine from animal tissues (0.02%), chondroitin sulphate (0.01%).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalysis:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtein 29%, fat content 16%, raw fibre 2.5%, crude ash 6.5%, calcium 1.15%, phosphorus 0.9%, sodium 0.35%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional additives per kg:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin A 12.000IE, vitamin D3 1.500IE, vitamin E 200mg, vitamin C 100mg, copper (as copper-(II)-sulphate, pentahydrate) 12.5mg, zinc (as zinc sulphate, monohydrate) 100mg, Zink (as glycine-zinc chelate hydrate (solid)) 60mg, iron (as iron-(II)-sulphate, monohydrate) 250mg, manganese (as manganese-(II)-sulphate, monohydrate) 35mg, iodine (as calcium iodate, anhydrous) 2.0mg, selenium (as sodium selenite) 0.35mg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnological additives per kg:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntioxidants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eReviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e","published_at":"2020-04-06T12:51:03+02:00","created_at":"2020-04-02T14:18:50+02:00","vendor":"Mera","type":"Dry Dog Food","tags":["bfcm-25%","bfcm-dog","biome","BREEDSIZE_All Breeds","BREEDSIZE_Large \u0026 Giant Breeds","BREEDSIZE_Medium Breeds","BREEDSIZE_Small \u0026 Mini Breeds","FOODBREED_Beagle","FOODBREED_Boxer","FOODBREED_Chihuahua","FOODBREED_Cocker Spaniel","FOODBREED_Dachshund","FOODBREED_English Bulldog","FOODBREED_French Bulldog","FOODBREED_German Shepherd","FOODBREED_Golden Retriever","FOODBREED_Great Dane","FOODBREED_Jack Russell","FOODBREED_Labrador","FOODBREED_Pomeranian","FOODBREED_Poodle","FOODBREED_Pug","FOODBREED_Rottweiler","FOODBREED_Schnauzer","FOODBREED_Shih Tzu","FOODBREED_Yorkshire Terrier","FOODTEXTURE_Small Kibble","FOODTYPE_Dry Food","FTCATEGORY_Super Premium","FTFLAVOUR_Chicken","FTFLAVOUR_Poultry","FTHEALTHSUPPORT_Optimal Development","FTRANGE_Mera Essential","FTSPECIALDIET_Grain Friendly","FTSPECIALDIET_No GMO","FTSPECIALDIET_No Soy","FTSPECIALDIET_No Wheat","LIFESTAGE_All Lifestages","LIFESTAGE_Puppy"],"price":131200,"price_min":131200,"price_max":131200,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":134600,"compare_at_price_min":134600,"compare_at_price_max":134600,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":31882020388910,"title":"12.5kg","option1":"12.5kg","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"MER-JUN-1-12.5","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Mera Essential Junior 1 - All Breeds Puppy Food - 12.5kg","public_title":"12.5kg","options":["12.5kg"],"price":131200,"weight":12500,"compare_at_price":134600,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/canineandco.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/products\/buy-dog-food-mera-meradog-junior-1-dog-food-online_jpg.jpg?v=1585829932"],"featured_image":"\/\/canineandco.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/products\/buy-dog-food-mera-meradog-junior-1-dog-food-online_jpg.jpg?v=1585829932","options":["Weight"],"media":[{"alt":"Meradog Junior 1 – Puppy All Breeds","id":6324661157934,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":700,"width":700,"src":"\/\/canineandco.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/products\/buy-dog-food-mera-meradog-junior-1-dog-food-online_jpg.jpg?v=1585829932"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":700,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/canineandco.co.za\/cdn\/shop\/products\/buy-dog-food-mera-meradog-junior-1-dog-food-online_jpg.jpg?v=1585829932","width":700}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003eA species-appropriate diet is essential for the optimal development of your puppy. Therefore, MERA Essential Junior 1 puppy food is ideally tailored to the nutrient requirements in the growth phase. With the MERA protection concept, Junior 1 offers a coordinated package of active ingredients for the daily needs of your dog. Valuable ingredients such as prebiotic inulin, glucosamine and chondroitin support the puppy’s intestinal flora and ensure optimal joint protection.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMera Essential Junior 1 - All Breeds Puppy Food has been replaced by Mera Care Puppy Chicken. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/canineandco.co.za\/products\/mera-care-puppy-chicken\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Mera Care Puppy Chicken Dog Food\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePlease view the new Mera Care Puppy Chicken here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eMore Info\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMERA essential Junior 1 is particularly suitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePuppies of small (\u0026lt;15kg final weight) and medium-sized (15-40kg final weight) breeds up to the end of the growth phase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor large (\u0026gt;40kg final weight) breeds, it is ideal up to the 5th month – Thereafter, switching to MERA essential Junior 2 is recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eMERA Essential Junior 1 – An extremely tasty, wheat-free high-quality dog food for rearing healthy puppies. Junior 1 is a complete food for small and medium-sized breeds until the end of the growth period. For large breeds up to the 5th month (\u003cem\u003ethereafter\u003cspan\u003e Junior 2).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e MERA Essential Junior 1 (12.5kg) is also suitable for pregnant and lactating females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMERA Essential Junior 1 (12.5kg) is\/contains;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheat-free formula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e29% protein \/ 16% fat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the 2-Phase concept and the MERA CareConcept\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasily digestible poultry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality shellfish meat powder and salmon oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrebiotic inulin and beta-glucans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% “Made in Germany”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduced according to foodstuff standards and using green electricity – 100% CO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eneutral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo colourants or preservatives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2-Phase Concept:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the first months of life, dogs of small, mid-sized, and large breeds require puppy food with a high protein content to ensure the optimum development of organs, muscles, tendons and joints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor large breeds, the protein content in the feed can be lowered from the 6th month because from this time on they grow slower than smaller breeds. For this reason, the entire growth period for large breeds is also considerably longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this reason, MERA has developed two different junior products.\u003cbr\u003eMERA Junior 1 for small to mid-sized breeds to the end of the growth period and for large breeds to the end of the 5th month.\u003cbr\u003eMERA Junior 2 for large breeds from 6 months of age to the end of the growth period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll about the MERA CareConcept:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eThe scientifically solid, uniform nutritional system for the healthy and happy life of your dog. Tailored to the individual needs of your dog, this CareConcept creates 360 degrees of total satisfaction.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellular protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antioxidants (vitamin C, E, beta-carotene and selenium) for optimal cellular protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo support natural defenses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural beta-glucans to support the natural defenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bodytext\"\u003eSkin and coat: Natural omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids (salmon oil, sunflower oil, linseed) and zinc chelate for skin and coat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGut flora and safe digestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prebiotic inulin for a stable intestinal flora and safe digestion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstitution and metabolism\u003c\/strong\u003e: Adequate energy content, high-quality protein sources (poultry, egg) and New Zealand green-lipped mussels (nutrients for cartilage and joints) to support physical constitution and metabolism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution with overfeeding and supplements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eDog owners often think that a dog cannot be overfed, and metabolises all of the energy that it takes in and uses it for growth. However, this is completely false: Overfeeding in particular leads to excessive energy intake and the development of fatty tissue and excess weight, even in puppies. As the fat builds up, the muscles break down, which affects the sensitive skeleton of the dog. Think about and calculate the additional energy you are providing, particularly in treats. If you like to reward your dog with lots of treats, reduce its daily food ratio accordingly. You can reward your dog with the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMERA PURE Goody Snacks\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewithout hesitation since they are adapted to the energy-reduced recipes of Mera's PURE products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution when adding food supplements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bodytext\"\u003eIt is definitely not a case of the more, the merrier. On the contrary, the addition of food supplements such as minerals (calcium, phosphor, and the like) can also cause damage. Mera's puppy food contains ideal proportions of all minerals and vitamins. Too much phosphor, for example, can prevent the absorption of calcium, and too much calcium can cause abnormal bone development. If you still wish to use supplements, we recommend that you consult your vet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePoultry protein (35%, partially dried and hydrolysed), rice, maize, poultry fat, linseed, lignocellulose, beef pulp, egg powder, salmon oil (0.7%), brewer’s yeast (dried), sunflower oil (0.5%), sodium chloride, chicory inulin (0.2%), yeast cell walls (=0.05% beta-glucans), potassium chloride, glucosamine from animal tissues (0.02%), chondroitin sulphate (0.01%).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnalysis:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtein 29%, fat content 16%, raw fibre 2.5%, crude ash 6.5%, calcium 1.15%, phosphorus 0.9%, sodium 0.35%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional additives per kg:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin A 12.000IE, vitamin D3 1.500IE, vitamin E 200mg, vitamin C 100mg, copper (as copper-(II)-sulphate, pentahydrate) 12.5mg, zinc (as zinc sulphate, monohydrate) 100mg, Zink (as glycine-zinc chelate hydrate (solid)) 60mg, iron (as iron-(II)-sulphate, monohydrate) 250mg, manganese (as manganese-(II)-sulphate, monohydrate) 35mg, iodine (as calcium iodate, anhydrous) 2.0mg, selenium (as sodium selenite) 0.35mg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnological additives per kg:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntioxidants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eReviews\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e"}