PARNUT Entry 18: Reduction of struvite stone recurrence (6)
Particular nutritional purpose: Reduction of struvite stone recurrence (6)
Species or category of animal: Dogs and cats
Essential nutritional characteristics: Complete feed with urine undersaturating (7) or metastabilising properties (9) for struvite And/or Diet with urine acidifying properties (8) And Magnesium ≤ 1,8 g/kg complete feed with a moisture content of 12 % (2)
Recommended length of time: Initially up to 6 month
Labelling declarations: — Phosphorus — Calcium — Sodium — Magnesium — Potassium — Chloride — Sulfur
Other provisions: 1. The feed shall be placed on the market as complete feed. 2. Indicate on the labelling: — ‘It is recommended that advice from a veterinarian be sought before use and before extending the period of use.’ — ‘Urine undersaturating or metastabilising properties for struvite and/or Urine acidifying properties’ 3. Indicate in the instructions for proper use: ‘Water should be available at all times.’ 4. Declaration of conformity supporting undersaturating or metastabilising and/or acidifying properties of the diet shall be made available to the relevant competent authorities upon request.
Source: Commission Regulation (EU) 2020/354, Annex, Part B, entry 18 — EUR-Lex consolidated version 2025-04-22 (CELEX:02020R0354).