PARNUT Entry 16: Reduction of urate stones formation
Particular nutritional purpose: Reduction of urate stones formation
Species or category of animal: Dogs, Cats
Dogs
- Essential nutritional characteristics: Crude protein ≤ 130 g/kg complete feed with a moisture level of 12 % (2) Or Crude protein ≤ 220 g/kg complete feed with a moisture level of 12 % (2) and selected protein sources
- Recommended length of time: Up to 6 months, but lifetime use in case of irreversible disturbance of uric acid metabolism
- Labelling declarations: — Protein source(s)
- Other provisions: 1. The feed shall be placed on the market as complete feed. 2. Protein quality and level of purines should be taken into account when selecting the protein source. Examples of selected protein sources of high quality with low level of purines include eggs, casein, soy proteins, and maize gluten. 3. Indicate in the instructions for proper use: ‘Water should be available at all times’. 4. Indicate on the labelling: — ‘It is recommended that a veterinarian’s opinion be sought before use.’ — ‘Low level of protein’ or ‘Restricted level of protein and selected protein sources’, as appropriate.
Cats
- Essential nutritional characteristics: Crude protein ≤ 317 g/kg complete feed with a moisture content of 12 % (2)
- Recommended length of time: Up to 6 months, but lifetime use in case of irreversible disturbance of uric acid metabolism
- Labelling declarations: — Protein source(s)
- Other provisions: 1. The feed shall be placed on the market as complete feed. 2. Protein quality and level of purines should be taken into account when selecting the protein source. Examples of selected protein sources of high quality with low level of purines include eggs, casein, soy proteins, and maize gluten. 3. Indicate on the labelling: — ‘It is recommended that a veterinarian’s opinion be sought before use.’ — ‘Restricted level of protein’ 4. Indicate in the instructions for proper use: ‘Water should be available at all times’.
Source: Commission Regulation (EU) 2020/354, Annex, Part B, entry 16 — EUR-Lex consolidated version 2025-04-22 (CELEX:02020R0354).