Product: Virbac Veterinary HPM™ Cat Dermatology Support (D1)

Size: 3 kg
For: Cats (All life stages: kittens, adults, seniors)
Type: Veterinary Diet Dry Food (Prescription/Diététique)

Description:

Virbac Veterinary HPM™ Cat Dermatology Support is a complete dietary feed formulated for the nutritional management of dermatosis and excessive hair loss in cats . This high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet is designed to support skin function, reinforce natural skin defenses, and improve coat condition . The formula is low-allergen, made without common allergens such as beef, gluten, maize, wheat, rice, soya, egg, fish, and dairy products .

Key Benefits & Features:

Benefit	Details
Improves Coat Condition	High linoleic acid (LA) content (3.4%) helps reduce dander production and regulate sebaceous secretion for a shiny coat (efficacy proven by Virbac) .
DERMA Plus Complex	Concentration and balance of omega-6 (3.5%) and omega-3 (1.1%) fatty acids (from fish oil, sunflower oil, borage seeds), plus synergistic co-factors vitamins A and E, help improve clinical signs of dermatosis and dermatitis .
High Protein & Sulphur Amino Acids	Rich in animal protein (44% total protein, 91% of animal origin) to meet high requirements for restoring skin integrity, promoting proper skin healing, and encouraging hair regrowth .
Supports Skin Barrier Effect	The combination of high-quality animal protein and essential fatty acids helps reinforce natural skin defenses, a key factor in long-term management of dermatosis and dermatitis .
Modulates Inflammation	Balanced omega-6 to omega-3 ratio helps reduce clinical signs related to inflammation (redness, itching) .
High Digestibility	Addition of clay (bentonite 5 g/kg), prebiotics (FOS), and probiotics (Lactobacillus acidophilus) helps maintain a healthy digestive tract and optimize nutrient absorption .
Withdrawal of Major Allergens	The diet is made without beef, gluten, maize, wheat, rice, soya, egg, fish, and dairy products .
Immune Support	High protein content and added vitamin E (610 mg/kg) help maintain a healthy immune system .
Suitable for All Life Stages	The amounts of all essential nutrients fit the daily requirements of cats at all ages (kittens, gestating or lactating queens, adult, and senior cats) .

Analytical Composition:

Nutrient	Value
Moisture	5.5%
Protein	44%
Animal to vegetable protein ratio	91/09
Fat	17.5%
Minerals	8.5%
Crude Fibre	5%
NFE (Carbohydrates)	19.5%
Starch	14%
Calcium	1.3%
Phosphorus	1.1%
Sodium	0.7%
Methionine + Cystine	1.5%
Omega-6 fatty acids	3.5%
Linoleic Acid (LA) + GLA	3.4%
Omega-3 fatty acids	1.1%
EPA + DHA	0.8%
Metabolisable Energy	395 kcal/100g (calculated)

Key Ingredients:

Dehydrated pork and poultry proteins, potato starch, peas, hydrolysed pork and poultry proteins, minerals, lignocellulose, animal fats, fish oil, beet pulp, sunflower oil, brewers yeast, borage seed, psyllium fibre (Plantago (L.) spp.), fructo-oligosaccharides, hydrolysed crustacean (source of chitosan), chondroitin sulfate, Lactobacillus acidophilus .

Specific Additives (per kg):

Bentonite: 5 g
Pasteurised Lactobacillus acidophilus: 7 mg
Chitosan: 800 mg
L-carnitine: 540 mg
Taurine: 2,460 mg
Vitamin E: 610 mg

For Whom? (Indications)

Cats with dermatosis and excessive hair loss
Cats with dermatitis or pruritus (itching)
Cats with food allergies or intolerances (low-allergen formula)
Cats needing improved coat condition and skin health
All life stages (kittens, pregnant/lactating queens, adults, seniors)

NOT For Whom? (Contraindications)

Cats with chronic kidney disease (CKD)
Cats with chronic hepatic insufficiency

Feeding Guidelines:

It is advisable to follow the ration table and make fresh water available .

Body Weight (kg)	Daily Ration (g/day)*
	Overweight	Normal	Underweight
2 kg	20 g	20 g	25 g
3 kg	30 g	35 g	35 g
4 kg	40 g	45 g	50 g
5 kg	50 g	55 g	60 g
6 kg	60 g	65 g	75 g
7 kg	70 g	75 g	85 g
8 kg	80 g	85 g	95 g
9 kg	85 g	100 g	110 g
10 kg	95 g	110 g	120 g
*Based on a neutered cat with optimal body weight living indoors .

Important Usage Guidelines:

Veterinary Prescription Required: This is a veterinary diet and should only be used under the recommendation and supervision of a veterinarian .
Recommended Duration: Initially up to 2 months for dermatological conditions . If your cat does not improve after 4 weeks of treatment, consult your veterinarian .
Feeding Transition: Introduce the new food gradually over a period of at least 7 days to allow the digestive system to adapt .
Fresh Water: Always ensure your cat has access to fresh, clean water .
Long-term Use: Due to the high energy density, the recommended daily rations must be respected to avoid overweight

Virbac Cat Dermatology 3 KG