EN   EN ANNEX  
PART A  
General provisions for feed  for particular nutritional purposes  
1. Where there is more than one group of essential nutritional characteristics indicated in 
column 2 of Part B, denoted by ‘and/or’, for the same particular nutritional purpose, the 
manufacturer has the option to use either or both groups of essential characteristics, in 
order to achieve the particular nutritional purpose defined in column 1 of Part B. Fo r each 
option the corresponding labelling declarations are given in column 4 of Part B.  
2. Where an essential nutritional characteristic mentioned in column 2 of Part B is 
quantitatively indicated, the provisions of Article 17(2) of Regulation (EC) No 767/200 9 
and the permitted tolerances as established in Annex IV to that Regulation  shall apply. If 
that Annex does not establish a tolerance  for the respective labelling particular, a 
technical deviation of  +/- 15 % shall be permitted . 
3. Where a feed additive is mentioned in column 2 or column 4 of Part B, the authorisation 
provisions for feed additive(s) in accord ance with Regulation (EC) No 1831/2003 of the 
European Parliament and of the Council are applicable and their use shall comply with 
the specified essential nutritional characteristic.  
4. Where the declaration of a substance, also authorised as a feed additive, is required in 
column 4 of Part B and is accompanied by the expression ‘total’, the total content of the 
substance shall be l abelled under the heading “analytical constituents”.  
5. The declarations to be given in accordance with column 4 of Part B concerning feed 
materials and feed additives shall be quantitative , except if the  labelling declarations refer 
to, without prejudice to Article 17(2) of  Regulation (EC) No 767/2009, as “source”.   
6. The recommended period of use indicated in column 5 of Part B indicates a range within 
which the nutritional purpose should normally be achieved. Manufacturers can refer to 
more precise periods of  use, within the fixed limits.  
7. Where a feed inten ded for particular nutritional purposes is intended to meet more than 
one particular nutritional purpose, it shall comply with each respective entry in Part B.   
8. In the case of complementary feed intended for  particular nutritional purposes, guidance 
on the balance of the daily ration must be provided in the instructions for proper use .  
9. When a feed intended for particular nutritional purposes is with an appropriate mode of 
use intended for individual oral administration  via a bolus , this shall be established in the 
column "other provisions" of the respective feed. Such feed shall exclusively contain , 
including a potential  coating, feed materials and feed additives, unless detailed otherwise 
in the respectiv e entry.  It is recommended that feed intended for individual oral 
administration is administered by a veterinarian or any other competent person.  
10. When a feed intended for particular nutritional purposes is placed on the market in the 
form of a bolus, being  a feed material or complementary feed intended for individual oral 
administration with retarding release of the compounds, t he labelling of such feed shall, if 
applicable, mention for each feed additive for which a maximum content in complete 
feed is fixe d the maximum period of continuous  release of the bolus and the daily release 
rate. The feed business operator which is placing a bolus on the market shall have the 
proof that the daily available feed additive level in the digestive tract will not exceed, if 
applicable, the maximum content of the additive established per kg complete feed during 
the whole feeding period ( retarding release effect). Such proof sh ould be based on a peer 
reviewed methodology  or in-house analysi s.  
11. In case of intended uses for which in column 2 a concentration of certain feed additives 
higher than 100 times the relevant fixed maximum content in complete feed is allowed 
for complementary feed, the concentration of those feed additives shall not be hig her than 
Ref. Ares(2019)3967298 - 21/06/2019EN   EN 500 times the relevant fixed maximum content in complete feed, except if the feed is 
intended for individual oral administration  as referred to in point 10. The incorporation of 
such complementary feed into the animal`s diet shall ensure that the uptake of the animal 
complies with the fixed maximum content in complete feed.   
EN 3  EN PART B  
List of intended uses  
 Particular 
nutritional purpose  Essential nutritional 
characteristics  Species or category of 
animal  Labelling  declarations  Recommended 
length of time  Other provisions  
Num
ber 1 2 3 4 5 6 
10 Support of renal 
function in case of 
chronic renal 
insufficiency (1) High quality proteins and 
phosphorus ≤ 5 g/kg complete 
feed with a moisture content 
of 12 %(2) and crude protein ≤ 
220 g /kg complete f eed with a 
moisture content of 12 %(2) 
 Dogs  — Protein source(s)  
 — Calcium  
— Phosphorus  
— Potassium  
— Sodium  
— Essential fatty acids (if 
added)  Initially up to 6 
months (3) 1. The feed shall be placed on 
the market as complete feed.  
2. Recommended digestibility 
of proteins: minimum 85 %.  
3. Indicate on the labelling: ‘It 
is recommended that advice 
from a veterinarian be 
sought before use and before 
extending the period of use.’  
4. Indicate in the instructions 
for proper use : ‘Water 
should be available at all 
times.’  
Reduced phosphorus 
absorption by means of 
incorporation of Lanthanum 
carbonate octahydrate  Adult dogs  — Protein source(s)  
— Calcium  
— Phosphorus  
— Potassium  
— Sodium  
—Essential fatty acids (if 
added)  
— Lanthanum carbonate 
octahydrate  Initially up to 6 
months (3) 1. Indicate on the labelling: ‘It 
is recommended that advice 
from a veterinarian be 
sought before use and before 
extending the period of use.’  
2. Indicate in the instructions 
for proper use : ‘Water 
should be available at all 
times.’  
High quality proteins and 
phosphorus ≤ 6,5 g / kg 
complete f eed with a moisture 
content of 12 %(2) and crude 
protein ≤ 320 g/kg complete 
feed with a moisture content Cats — Protein source(s)  
— Calcium  
 — Phosphorus  
— Potassium  
— Sodium  Initially up to 6 
months (3) 1. The feed shall be placed on 
the market as complete feed.  
2. Recommended digestibility 
of proteins: minimum 85 %.  
3. Indicate on the labelling: ‘It 
is recommended that advice  
EN 4  EN of 12 %(2) 
 — Essential fatty acids (if 
added)  from a veterinarian be 
sought before use and before 
extending the period of use.’  
4. Indicate in the instructions 
for proper use : ‘Water 
should be available at all 
times.’  
Reduced phosphorus 
absorption by means of 
incorporation of Lanthanum 
carbonate octahydrate  Adult cats  — Protein source(s)  
— Calcium  
— Phosphorus  
— Potassium  
 — Sodium  
— Essential fatty acids  (if 
added)  
— Lanthanum carbonate 
octahydrate  Initially up to 6 
months (3) 1. Indicate on the labelling: ‘It 
is recommended that advice 
from a veterinarian be 
sought before use and before 
extending the period of use.’  
2. Indicate in the instructions 
for proper use : ‘Water 
should be available at all 
times.’  
11 Reduction of oxalate 
stones formation  Low level of calcium, low 
level of vitamin D, and urine 
alkalising properties  Dogs and cats  — Phosphorus  
— Calcium  
— Sodium  
— Magnesium  
— Potassium  
 — Chlorides  
— Sulphur  
 — Total vitamin D  
— Hydroxyproline  
— Urine alkalising 
substances  Up to 6 months  Indicate on the labelling :  
‘It is recommended that a 
veterinarian's opinion be sought 
before use.’  
12 Regulation of glucose 
supply (Diabetes 
mellitus)  
 Total sugars (mono - and 
disaccharides ) ≤ 60 g/kg 
complete feed with a moisture 
of 12%(2) Dogs and cats  — Carbohydrate source(s)  
— Treatment of 
carbohydrates , if 
appropriate  
— Starch  
— Total sugars  
— Fructose (if added)  Initially up to 6 
months  1. The feed shall be placed on 
the market as complete feed.  
2. Indicate on the labelling:  
- "Low level of mono - and 
disaccharides"  
- “It is recommended that a 
veterinarian’s opinion be 
sought before use and before  
EN 5  EN —essential fatty acids ( if 
added)  
— Source(s) of short and 
medium chain fatty acids (if 
added)  extending the period o f use”.  
13 Reduction of 
ingredient and 
nutrient 
intolerances(4) Selected and limited number 
of protein source(s)  
And/or  
hydrolysed protein source(s)  
And/or  
selected carbohydrate 
source(s)  
 Dogs and cats  
 - Protein sources  including 
treatment, if appropriate (if 
added).  
- Carbohydrate source(s) 
including treatment , if 
appropriate  (if added) . 
- Essential fatty acids  (if 
added)  
 3 to 8 weeks: if 
signs of 
intolerance 
disappear this 
feed can be used 
initially up to 
one year.  
 1. The feed shall be placed o n 
the market as complete feed.  
2. It is recommended to limit the 
number of main protein 
sources to 3 . 
3. To indicate on the labelling:  
- Appropriate combination of 
the essential nutritional 
characteristics, as 
applicable  
- ‘It is recommended that a 
veterinarian's opinion be 
sought before use and 
before extending the period 
of use’  
14 Reduction of cystine 
stones formation  Urine alkalinising properties 
and  crude protein  ≤ 160 g/kg  
complete f eed with a moisture 
content of 12%(2)  
Or  
Proteins selected for a limited 
cystine  and cysteine content  
(e.g. casein, pea protein, soy 
protein) and crude protein ≤ 
220 g/kg complete f eed with a 
moisture content of 12%(2) Dogs   - Total sulphur amino acids  
- Protein sources   
- Sodium  
- Potassium  
- Chlorides  
- Urine alkalinizing 
substances (if added)  Initially up to 6 
month  1. The feed shall be placed on 
the market as complete feed.  
2. Indicate in the instructions 
for proper use :  
  “Water should be available 
at all times”  
3. Indicate on the labelling:  
- "Urine alkalinising 
properties  and low level of 
proteins " or "Low level of 
selected  proteins" , as 
applicable.  
- “It is recommended that a 
veterinarian’s opinion be 
sought before use or before 
extending the period of use”  
4. For consideration of the 
veterinarian or nutritionist:  
EN 6  EN Alkalinising properties 
means that the diet should 
be formulated to target a 
urinary pH ≥ 7.  
15 Nutritional 
restoration, 
convalescence(5)  
 Highly digestible ingredients 
with  
energy density ≥ 3520 kcal 
and crude protein ≥250 g per 
kg of complete feed with a 
moisture level 12%(2) Dogs  — Highly digestible 
ingredient sources  including 
their treatment , if 
appropriate  
— Energy value  
 Until restoration 
is achieved  1. Recommended apparent 
digestibility of Dry Matter ≥ 
80% or of Organic Matter ≥ 
85%.  
2. In the case of feed specially 
presented to be given via 
tubing, indicate on the 
package, container or label: 
‘Administration under 
veterinary supervision.’  
3. The labelling may indicate 
the specific circumstance(s) 
the dietetic feed is intended 
for. 
4. Indicate on the labelling:  
  “High energy density, high 
concentrations of essential 
nutrients and highly 
digestible ingredients ” Highly digestible ingredients 
with e nergy density ≥ 3520 
kcal and crude protein ≥ 270 
g per kg of complete feed 
with a moisture level 12%(2) Cats 
16 Reduction of urate 
stones formation  
 - 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  Dogs  Protein source(s)  Up to 6  months, 
but lifetime use 
in case of 
irreversible 
disturbance of 
uric acid 
metabolism  
 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 u se: “Water 
should be available at all 
times”.   
EN 7  EN 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 . 
Crude  protein ≤ 317  g / kg 
complete feed with a moisture 
content of 12%(2) Cats 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 th e instructions 
for proper use : “Water 
should be available at all 
times”.  
17 Dissolution of 
struvite stones(6) Complete feed with  urine 
undersaturating(7) properties 
for struvite  
And/or 
Urine acidifying properties 
(compliance criteria: urine pH  
≤ 6.5) (8) Dogs and cats  - Phosphorus  
- Calcium  
- Sodium  
- Magnesium  
- Potassium  
- Chloride  
- Sulfur  
- Urine acidifying  5 to 12 weeks  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  
EN 8  EN substances, if appropriate  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 
and/or acidifying properties 
of the diet shall be made 
available to the relevant 
competent authorities upon 
request.  
18 Reduction of struvite 
stone recurrence(6) Complete feed with urine 
undersaturating(7) or 
metastabilising p roperties(9)  
for struvite  
And/or 
Urine acidifying properties 
(compliance criteria: urine pH  
≤ 6.5) (8) Dogs and cats  - Phosphorus  
- Calcium  
- Sodium  
- Magnesium  
- Potassium  
- Chloride  
- Sulfur  
- urine acidifying 
substances, if appropriate  Initially up to 6 
month  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.  
19 Compensation for 
maldigestion(10) Highly digestible diet:  
Apparent digestibility of  
- low-fibre f eed (crude fibre ≤ 
45 g per kg of complete Dogs and cats  Highly digestible ingredient  
sources  including their 
treatment , if appropriate  Initially up to 12 
weeks and 
lifetime in the 
case of chronic 
pancreatic 1. The feed shall be placed on 
the market as complete feed.  
2. Indicate on the labelling:  
- “Highly digestible feed”   
EN 9  EN feed with a moisture level 
12 %(2)): 
Crude protein  ≥ 85 %  
Crude fat  ≥ 90 %  
Or 
- fibre -enhanced feed (crude 
fibre > 45 g per kg of 
complete feed with a 
moisture level 12 %(2)): 
Crude protein  ≥ 80 %  
Crude fat  ≥ 80 %  insufficiency  - "It is recommended that a 
veterinarian’s opinion be 
sought before use".  
 
 
 
20 Reduction of 
intestinal absorptive 
disorders  
 Highly digestible diet : 
Apparent digestibility of  
- low-fibre feed (crude fibre ≤ 
45 g per kg of complete 
feed with a moisture level 
12 %(2)): 
Crude protein  ≥ 85 %  
Crude f at  ≥ 90 %  
Or 
- fibre-enhanc ed feed (crude 
fibre > 44 g per kg of 
complete feed with a 
moisture level 12 %(2)): 
Crude protein  ≥ 80 %  
Crude f at  ≥ 80 %  
And 
Sodium  ≥ 1.8 g  per kg of 
complete feed with a moisture 
level 12%(2) 
And 
Potassium  ≥ 5 g per kg of 
complete feed with a moisture Dogs and cats  - Highly digestible 
ingredient  sources  
including their treatment , 
if appropriate  
- Sodium  
- Potassium  Up to 12 weeks  1. Indicate on the labelling:  
- “Highly digestible feed with 
increased sodium and 
potassium”  
- "It is recommended that a 
veterinarian’s opinion be 
sought before use".  
 
 
 
  
EN 10  EN level 12%(2) 
21 Support  of lipid 
metabolism in the 
case of 
hyperlipidaemia  Crude f at(11)  ≤ 110 g  / kg 
complete feed with a moisture 
content of 12%(12) 
 Dogs and cats  - Fat content   Initially up to 2 
months  1. The feed shall be placed on 
the market as complete feed.  
2. Indicate on the labelling:  
- “It is recommended that a 
veterinarian’s opinion be 
sought before use or before 
extending the period of use”  
- “Low level of fat”  
22 Support of liver 
function in the case 
of chronic liver 
insufficiency  Moderate level of protein:  
Crude protein ≤  280 g / kg 
complete feed with a moisture 
content of 12%(2) for dogs  
Crude protein ≤ 370 g  / kg 
complete feed with a moisture 
content of 12%(2) for cats  
And 
Selected protein sources  
And  
Recommended dietary protein 
digestibility ≥ 85%  Dogs and cats  - Protein source(s)  
- Copper (total)  
- Sodium  Initially up to 4 
months  1. The feed shall be placed on 
the market as complete feed.  
2. Examples of selected 
protein sources based on 
high digestibility: dairy 
proteins (whey casein, milk, 
cottage cheese), other 
animal based proteins (egg, 
poultry) and vegetable 
proteins (soy).  
3. Indicate in the instructions 
for proper use : “Water 
should be available at all 
times”.  
4. Indicate on the labelling:  
— "Moderate level of protein, 
selected and  highly  
digestible"  
— “It is  recommended that a 
veterinarian’s opinion be 
sought before use”.  
 
23 Support of heart 
function in the case 
of chronic cardiac 
insufficiency  Restricted level of sodium :  
Sodium ≤ 2,5 g / kg complete 
feed with a moisture content 
of 12 %(2) Dogs and cats  — Magnesium  
— Potassium  
— Sodium  Initially up to 6 
months  — The feed shall be placed on 
the market as complete feed.  
— Indicate on the labelling:  ‘It 
is recommended that advic e 
from a veterinarian be 
sought before use and before 
extending the period of use.’   
EN 11  EN 24 Support the 
Reduction of 
excessive body 
weight  Metabolizable Energy 
<  3060 kcal /kg complete 
feed with moisture content 
of 12%(13) 
Or 
Metabolizable Energy  < 
560 kcal /kg complete feed 
with moisture content of 
85%(13) Dogs  
 
 
 
 
 Energy value  Until target body 
weight is 
achieved  and 
after if required 
to maintain target 
bodyweight  1. The feed shall be placed on 
the market as complete feed.  
2. To ensure that minimum 
requirements are met, the 
nutrient levels of a diet for 
reduction of excessive 
bodyweight should be 
increased accordingly to 
compensate for the  restricted 
daily energy intake(14) 
3. Indicate on the labelling:  
- “It is recommended that a 
veterinarian’s opinion be 
sought before use”.  
- “For cats, a transition 
period when starting the diet 
is advised.”  
- “For an efficient weight 
loss or ideal weight 
maintenance , the 
recommended daily energy 
intake should not exceed ed.” Metabolizable Energy < 
3190 kcal  per kg complete 
feed with moisture content 
of 12%(13) 
Or 
Metabolizable Energy < 
580 kcal  per kg complete 
feed with moi sture content 
of 85%(13) Cats 
25  Support of skin 
function in the case 
of dermatosis and 
excessive loss of hair  Linoleic acid (LA)  12 g per 
kg of complete feed with a 
moisture content of  12%(2)  
and sum of eicosapentaenoic 
(EPA) acid and  
docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) 
 3 g per kg of complete feed 
with a moisture content of  
12%(2) Dogs and cats   - Linoleic acid (LA)  
- sum of eicosapentaenoic 
acid (EPA) and 
docosahexaenoic acid 
(DHA)  Initially u p to 2 
months  Indicate on the label ling:  
 ‘It is recommended that a 
veterinarian's opinion be 
sought  before use.’  
 “High level of linoleic acid 
(LA) and of sum of 
eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) 
and docosahexaenoic acid 
(DHA) ” 
Linoleic acid (LA)  18.5 g 
per kg of complete feed with a 
moisture content of and sum 
of eicosapentaenoic (EPA) 
acid and docosahexaenoic 
acid (DHA)  0.4 g per kg of 
complete feed with a moisture 
content of 12%(2) Dogs   
EN 12  EN Linoleic acid (LA)  18.5 
g/kg of complete feed with a 
moisture content of and sum 
of eicosapentaenoic (EPA) 
acid and docosahexaenoic 
acid (DHA)  0.1 g per kg of 
complete feed with a moisture 
content of 12%(2) Cats 
26 Support of the 
metabolism of joints 
in the case of 
osteoarthritis  Total omega -3 fatty acids ≥ 
30 g / kg  complete feed with a 
moisture content of 12 %(2) 
and eicosapentaenoic acid 
(EPA) ≥ 3,0 g per  kg 
complete feed with a moisture 
content of 12 %(2) 
Increased levels of vitamin E  Dogs  — Total omega -3 fatty 
acids  
— Total EPA  
 — Total vitamin E  Initially up to 3 
months  1. Indicate on the labelling:  
‘It is recommended that 
advice from a veterinarian be 
sought before use and before 
extending the period of use.’  
Total omega -3 fatty acids 
≥10,5 g per kg complete feed 
with a moisture content of 12 
%(2)  and docosahexaenoic 
acid (DHA) ≥ 2,5 g per kg 
complete f eed with a moisture 
content of 12 %(2) 
Increased levels of 
methionine, manganese  and 
vitamin E.  Cats — Total omega -3 fatty 
acids  
— Total DHA  
— Total methionine  
— Total manganese  
— Total vitamin E  
27 Reduction of copper 
in the liver  Restricted level of copper: 
copper ≤ 9 mg per kg 
complete feed with a moisture 
content of 12 %(2) Dogs  Total copper  Initially up to 6 
months  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.’  
28 Reduction of iodine 
levels in feed in case 
of hyperthyroidism  Restricted level of iodine: 
iodine ≤ 0,26 mg  per kg 
complete feed with a moisture 
content of 12 %(2) Cats Total  iodine  Initially up to 3 
months  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  
EN 13  EN sought before use and before 
extending the period of use.’  
29  Support in stressful 
situations, which will 
lead to the reduction 
of associated 
behaviour  1-3 g trypsin -hydrolysed 
bovine casein  per kg complete 
feed with a moisture content 
of 12%(2) Dogs  Trypsin -hydrolysed bovine 
casein  Initially up to 2 
months  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.’  
50 Support the 
preparation for 
oestrus and 
reproduction  
 
 — High level of selenium and 
a minimum content of vitamin 
E per kg complete feed with a 
moisture content of 12 % for 
pigs of 5 0 mg, rabbits of 35 
mg, for dogs, cats, mink of 88 
mg; a minimum content of 
vitamin E per animal and day 
for ovines of 100 mg, cattle of 
300 mg, horses of 1 100 mg  
Or  
— High level(s) of vitamins 
A and/or vitamin D and/or a 
minimum content of beta - 
caroten e of 300 mg per 
animal and day.  
The complementary feed may 
contain selenium, vitamin A 
and D in a concentration 
higher than 100 times the 
relevant fixed maximum 
content in complete feed.  Mammals  Names and total amounts 
of each added trace 
element and vitamin  — Cows: 2 
weeks before the 
end of gestation 
until the next 
gestation is 
confirmed.  
 — Sows: 7 days 
before until 3 
days after 
parturition and 7 
days before until 
3 days mating.  
— Other female 
mammals: from 
the last part of 
gestation until the 
next gestation is 
confirmed.  
— Males: during 
periods of 
reproductive 
activity.  — Application in the form of 
bolus is allowed. A bolus 
may contain up to 20 % iron 
in an inert, non -bioavailable 
form, in order to increase its 
density.  
— The instructions of use fo r 
the feed shall ensure that the 
respective legal maximum 
contents for complete feed 
are respected.  
— Indicate on the labelling of 
the feed: ‘Guidance on the 
situations in which the use of 
the feed is appropriate.’  
 
 
 — High level(s) of vitamin A 
and/or vitamin D  
Or  
— High level(s) of selenium 
and/or zinc and/or a minimum 
content of vitamin E of 40 
mg/kg complete feed with a 
moisture content of 12 %.  Birds  Names and total amounts 
of each added trace 
element and vitamin  — For females: 
during oestrus  
— For males: 
during periods of 
reproductive 
activity   
EN 14  EN The complementary feed may 
contain selenium, zinc, 
vitamin A and D in a 
concentration higher than 100 
times the relevant fixed 
maximum content in complete 
feed.  
51 Support the 
regeneration of 
hooves, trotters and 
skin High level of zinc.  
The complementary feed may 
contain zinc in a 
concentration higher than 100 
times the relevant fixed 
maximum content in complete 
feed.  Horses, ruminants and 
pigs Total amount of  
— zinc 
— methionine  
— biotin (if added ) 
 
 Up to 8 weeks  — The instructions of use for 
the feed shall ensure that the 
legal  maximum content of 
zinc for complete feed are 
respected.  
— Application in the form of 
bolus is allowed  for 
ruminants and pigs . A bolus 
may contain up to 20 % iron 
in an inert, non -bioavailable 
form, in order to increase its 
density.   
EN 15  EN 52 Support for 
nutritional 
imbalances in dietary 
transition  
 Minimum supply via the 
dietetic feed of:  
— Selenium: 0,1 mg/kg 
complete feed  with a 
moisture content of 12%  
and/or  
— Zinc: 15 mg/kg complete 
feed with a moisture 
content of 12%  
 and/or  
— Copper: 2 mg/kg complete 
feed with a moisture 
content of 12%  for sheep 
and 5 mg/kg complete feed  
with a moisture content of 
12% for other species  
and/or  
— Vitamin A: 2000 UI/kg 
complete feed  with a 
moisture content of 12%  
and/or  
— Vitamin D: 400 UI/kg 
complete feed  with a 
moisture content of 12%  
and/or  
— vitamin E: 35 mg/kg 
complete feed  with a 
moisture content of 12%  for 
poultry, 10 mg/kg complete 
feed with a moisture 
content of 12% for 
ruminants, 40 mg/kg 
complete feed with a 
moisture content of 12% for 
rabbits and 20 mg/kg 
complete feed for pigs  with 
a moisture content of 12%  
The complementary feed may Ruminants  
Pigs 
Rabbits  
Poultry  Name and added amount of 
the nutritional additives, if 
appropriate  2 to 15 days  — Application in the form of 
bolus is allowed  for 
ruminants and pigs . A bolus 
may contain up to 20 % iron 
in an inert, non -bioavailable 
form, in order to increase its 
density.  
- The instructions of use for 
the feed shall ensure that the 
respective legal maximum 
contents for complete feed 
are respected.  
- Indicate on the labelling of 
the feed guidance on the 
situations in which the use of 
the feed is appropriate.’   
EN 16  EN contain selenium, zinc, copper, 
vitamin A and vita min D in a 
concentration higher than 100 
times the relevant fixed 
maximum content in complete 
feed.  
53  Support weaning  Minimum supply via the 
dietetic feed of:  
— Selenium: 0,1 mg/kg 
complete feed  with a 
moisture content of 12%  
And/or  
— Zinc: 15 mg/kg complete 
feed with a moisture 
content of 12%  
And/or  
— Copper: 2 mg/kg complete 
feed with a moisture 
content of 12% for sheep 
and 5 mg/kg complete feed  
with a moisture content of 
12% for other species  
And/or  
— Iodine: 0,2 mg/kg complete 
feed with a moisture 
content of 12%  
And/or  
— Manganese: 20 mg/kg 
complete feed  with a 
moisture content of 12%  
  And/or  
— Vitamin A: 1500 UI/kg 
complete feed with a 
moisture content of 12%  
And/or  
— Vitamin D: 400 UI/kg 
complete feed  with a 
moistur e content of 12%  Mammals  Name and added amount of 
the nutritional additives, if 
appropriate  Up to 4 weeks 
around weaning  - The instructions of use for 
the feed shall ensure that the 
respective legal maximum 
contents for complete feed 
are respected.  
- Indicate on the labelling of 
the feed  guidance on the 
situations in which the use of 
the feed is appropriate.’   
EN 17  EN And/or  
— Vitamin E: 100 mg/kg 
complete feed with a 
moisture content of 12% for 
calves and 50 mg/kg 
complete feed with a 
moisture content of 12% for 
lambs, kids and piglets.  
The complementary feed may 
contain selenium, zinc, copper, 
iodine,  manganese, vitamin A 
and vitamin D in a 
concentration higher than 100 
times the relevant fixed  
maximum content in complete 
feed.  
54  Support the 
regeneration of the  
skin and appendages  — Minimum supply of zinc 
compounds via dietetic feed 
corresponding to 20 mg/kg 
complete feed with a moisture 
content of 12%  
and 
— high level of  
copper and/or iodine and/or 
selenium  
and/or  
vitamin B6 and/or vitamin E 
and/or vitamin A  
and/or  
methionine and/or cystine 
and/or  
minimum supply  of 0,4 mg 
biotin/kg complete feed with a 
moisture content of 12% for 
ruminants.  
The complementary feed may 
contain zinc, copper, iodine, 
selenium and vitamin A in  Mammals  
Poultry  Name and added amount of 
the nutritional additives, if 
appropriate  — Up to 8 weeks  
— 
Complementa
ry feed for 
ruminants 
containing 
biotin: Up to 6 
months  
 - The instructions of use for 
the feed shall ensure that the 
respective legal maximum 
contents for complete feed 
are respected.  
- Indicate on the labelling of 
the feed  guidance on the 
situations in which the use of 
the feed is appropriate.’   
EN 18  EN a concentration higher than 
100 times the relevant fixed 
maximum content in complete 
feed.  
55 Stabilisation of water 
and electrolyte 
balance to support 
the physiological 
digestion  —Predominantly electrolytes: 
sodium, potassium and 
chlorides  
—Buffering capacity(19) in case 
of liquid  feed: minimum 60 
mmol per litre potion ready 
prepared for feeding  
—Easily digestible 
carbohydrates  Calve s, pigs, lambs, kids , 
foals , cats and dogs  — Sodium  
 
— Potassium  
 
— Chlorides  
 
—Carbohydrate source(s)  
 
—Bicarbonates and/or 
citrates (if added)  1 to 7 days  — Recommended range of 
electrolytes per litre potion 
ready prepared for feeding:  
Sodium: 1,7 g  – 3,5 g  
Potassium: 0,4 g – 2,0 g  
Chlorides: 1 g – 2,8 g  
In case of solid feed,  the 
recommended range of 
electrolytes should be 
calculated on the basis of a 
normal daily voluntary 
intake of water . 
 
— Indicate on the labelling:  
(1) ‘In case of risk of, du ring 
periods of, or recovery from 
digestive disturbance 
(diarrhoea).’  
(2) ‘It is recommended that 
advice from a veterinarian be 
sought before use and before 
extending the period of use.’  
 
— Indicate in the instructions 
for proper use :  
(1) The recommended intake of 
the ready stirred potion and 
of milk, if appropriate.  
(2) In case of bicarbonates 
and/or citrates are above 40 
mmol per litre potion ready 
prepared for feeding  of 
ruminants : ‘Simultaneous 
feeding of milk should be 
avoided in animals with 
abomasum ’ 
56 Reduction of the risk 
of tetany High level of magnesium, 
easily  Ruminants  — Starch  
— Total sugars  3 to 10 weeks 
during periods of — Application in the form of 
bolus is allowed. A bolus  
EN 19  EN (hypomagnesaemia)   available carbohydrates,  
 moderate level of protein and  
 low level of potassium  — Magnesium  
— Sodium  
— Potassium  fast grass growth  may contain up to 20 % iron 
in an inert, non -bioavailable 
form, in order to increase its 
density.  
— In the instructions for proper 
use guidance shall be 
provided on the balance of 
the daily ration, with regard 
to the inclusion of  fibre and 
easily available energy 
sources.  
— In the case of feed for ovines 
indicate on the  labelling : 
‘Especially for lactating ewes.’  
57 Reduction of the risk 
of acidosis  Low level of easily 
fermentable carbohydrates and 
high buffering  capacity  Ruminants  — Starch  
— Total sugars  up to 2  months(15) — Application in the form of 
bolus is allowed. A bolus 
may contain up to 20 % iron 
in an inert, non -bioavailable 
form, in order to increase its 
density.  
 
— In the instructions for proper 
use guidance shall be 
provided on the balance of 
the daily ration, w ith regard 
to the inclusion of fibre and 
easily  fermentable 
carbohydrate sources.  
— In the case of feed  for dairy 
cows indicate on the  
label ling: ‘Especially for 
high yielding cows.’  
— In the case of feed  for 
ruminants for fattening 
indicate on the label ling: 
‘Especially for  intensively 
fed(16).’ 
 
58 Reduction of the risk 
of urinary calculi  Low level of phosphorus, 
magnesium, and urine 
acidifying properties  Ruminants  — Calcium  
— Phosphorus  
 —Sodium  
— Magnesium  Up to 6 weeks  — Indicate on the  label ling: 
‘Especially for intensively 
fed young animals.’  
— Indicate in the instructions  
EN 20  EN — Potassium  
— Chlorides  
— Sulphur  
— Urine acidifying  
substances  for proper use : ‘Water 
should be available at all 
times.’  
59 Long -term supply of 
grazing animals with 
trace elements and/or 
vitamins  High level of  
— Trace elements  
 and/or  
 — Vitamins, provitamins and 
chemically well -defined 
substances having similar 
effects.  
 
The complementary feed may  
contain feed additives in a  
concentration higher than 100  
times the relevant fixed  
maximum content in complete  
feed.  Ruminants  
with a  
functional  
rumen  — Names and total  
amounts of each added  
trace element, vitamin,  
 provitamin and  
chemically well - 
defined substance  
having similar effects  
 
— Daily release rate  
for each  trace element  
and/or vitamin if a  
bolus is used  
 
 — Maximum period  
 of continuously  
 release of the trace  
 element or vitamin if a  
 bolus is used  Up to 12 months  — Application in the form of 
bolus is allowed. A bolus 
may contain up to 20 % iron 
in an inert, non -bioavailable 
form, in order to increase its 
density.  
— Indicate on the labelling of 
the feed:  
‘— Simultaneous 
supplementation of additives 
with a maximum c ontent 
from other sources to those 
incorporated in a bolus, if 
applicable, shall be avoided.  
  — Before using, it is 
recommended to have advice 
from a veterinarian or 
nutritionist concerning:  
(1) the balance of trace 
elements in the daily ration;  
(2) the  trace elements status 
of the herd ’ 
60 Reduction of the risk 
of milk fever  
 and subclinical 
hypocalcaemia  Low cations/anions ratio  
For the total ration:   
- Minimum acidification via 
feed for particular 
nutritional purpose : 100 
mEq/kg DM  
- Objective:  
0 < DCAD(17) (mEq/kg 
DM) < 100 
Or Dairy cows  —  Calcium  
—  Phosphorus  
—  Magnesium  
— Sodium  
— Potassium  
— Chlorides  
— Sulphur  From 3 weeks 
before calving 
until calving  Indicate in the instructions for 
proper use : 
‘Stop feeding after calving’  
 
  
EN 21  EN Zeolite (sodium aluminium 
silicate):  250 - 500 g / day  
 
 
 
 
 Sodium  aluminium silicate  From 3 weeks 
before calving 
until calving  Indicate in the instructions for 
proper use : 
— ‘The amount of feed shall be 
restricted to ensure that a 
daily intake of 500 g sodium  
aluminium -silicate per 
animal is not exceeded.’  
— ‘Stop feeding after calving’  
Or 
Supply of rumen protected 
feed materials rich in phytic 
acid (> 6%) and having a 
Calcium content < 0.2%,  to 
achieve a minimum of 28 g 
and a maximum of 32 g 
available Ca lcium Ca per cow 
per day . 
Or  
Calcium   
From 4 weeks 
before calving 
until calving   
Indicate in the instructions for 
proper use : 
‘Stop feeding after calving’  
 
High level of calcium in the 
form of highly available 
sources of calcium: calcium 
chloride and/or calcium sulfate 
and/or dicalcium phosphate 
and/or calcium carbonate 
and/or calcium propionate 
and/or calcium formate. and/or 
“any other calcium source 
having a similar effect”  
Calcium provided by one or a 
combination of these sources 
with a minimum of 50 g per 
cow per day 
Or —  Calcium  
—  Calcium  sources  From first signs 
of parturition to 
two days  
Subsequent  to 
parturition  — Application in the form of 
bolus is allowed. A bolus 
may contain up to 20 % iron 
in an inert, non -bioavailable 
form, in order to increase its 
density.  
— Indicate in the instructions 
for proper use t he number  of    
applications  and the  time before 
and after calving.  
— Indicate on the labelling: ‘It 
is recommended that a  
nutritional expert's  opinion  
be sought before  use’. 
Supply of calcium in the form 
of calcium pidolate  in a 
minimum of  5.5g per cow per 
day  
 
 
 
 
 —  Calcium  
—  Calcium  pidolate  From first signs 
of parturition to 
two days  
subsequent  to 
parturition  — Application in the form of 
bolus is allowed.  A bolus 
may contain up to 20 % iron 
in an inert, non -bioavailable 
form, in order to increase its 
density.  
— Indicate on the labelling: ‘It 
is recommended that a  
nutritional expert's  opinion   
EN 22  EN  
Or be sought before use’ . 
Waxy -leaf nightshade meal   
allowing a daily release of 38-
46 µg 
dihydroxycholecalciferol -
glycoside  per day  —  Waxy -leaf nightshade 
meal    
—  Content of 
dihydroxycholecalciferol -
glycoside  
—  Crude fibre  
—  Magnesium   
—  Crude fat  
—  Starch  
—  Total amount of 
Vitamin D 3  From two days 
before calving or 
first signs of 
parturition to ten 
days subsequent 
to parturition  — Application in the form of 
bolus is allowed. A bolus 
may contain up to 20 % iron 
in an inert, non -bioavailable 
form, in order to increase its 
density.  
— Indicate on the labelling: ‘It 
is recommended that a  
nutritional expert's  opinion  
be sought before use’ . 
61 Reduction of the risk 
of ketosis(18) — Minimum supply of Propan 
1,2-diol or propylene -
glycol:  
250 g/day for dairy cows  
50 g/day for ewes or goats  
or 
— minimum supply of 
Propionates (calcium or 
sodium salts) :  
110 g/day for dairy cows  
22 g/day for ewes or goats  
or 
—  Minimum combined 
supply of Propan 1,2 -diol 
and Propionates (sodium or 
calcium salts), as long as:  
— The combination of 
propane 1,2 -diol and 
propionates for dairy 
cows is such that 
propionates + 0.44 x Dairy cows, ewes and 
goats  Propan -1,2-diol, if added 
(as a glucose precursor)  
Propionates in the form of 
sodium or calcium salts , if 
added  Between three 
weeks before and 
six weeks after 
calving for dairy 
cows  
Between six 
weeks before and 
three weeks after 
parturition for 
ewes and goats  — Application in the form of 
bolus is allowed. A bolus 
may contain up to 20 % iron 
in an inert, non -bioavailable 
form, in order to increase its 
density.  
—  Indicate on the labelling: 
“During the supply of 
calcium or sodium 
propionates at the end of 
gestation, an evaluation of 
the mineral equilibrium  in 
association with the risk of 
hypocalcemie after 
parturition is necessary".  
  
EN 23  EN propane 1,2 diol > 110 
g/day  
— The combination of 
propane 1,2 -diol and 
propionates for ewes 
or goats is such that 
propionates + 0.44 x 
propane 1,2 diol > 22 
g/day 
62 Reduction of stress 
reactions  — High level magnesium  
and/or  
— Highly digestible 
ingredients  Pigs — Magnesium  
 
— Highly digestible 
ingredients including their 
treatment if appropriate  
— Content of n -3 fatty 
acids (if added)  1 to 7 days  Guidance shall be provided on 
the situation in which the use of 
this feed is appropriate.  
 
63 Reduction of the risk 
of constipation  Ingredients stimulating 
intestinal passage  Sows  Ingredients stimulating 
intestinal passage  10 to 14 days 
before and 10 to 
14 days after 
farrowing   
64 Compensation for 
insufficient iron 
availability after birth  High level of iron compounds 
authorised under the functional 
group "compounds of trace 
elements" of the category 
"nutritional additives" as 
referred to in Annex I to 
Regulation (EC) No 
1831/2003.  
The complementary feed may 
contain iron in a concentration 
higher  than 100 times the 
relevant fixed maximum 
content in complete feed.  Suckling piglets and 
calves  Iron (total)  After birth up to 
3 weeks  The instructions for proper use  
shall ensure that the legal 
maximum contents of iron for 
complete feed are respected.  
65 Compensation for 
malabsorption  Low level of saturated fatty 
acids and high level of fat 
soluble vitamins  Poultry excluding geese 
and pigeons  — Percentage of saturated 
fatty acids in relation to 
total fatty acids  
— Total vitamin A  During the first 2 
weeks after 
hatching    
EN 24  EN — Total vitamin D  
— Total vitamin E  
 — Total vitamin K  
66 Reduction of the risk 
of fatty liver 
syndrome  Low energy and high 
proportion of metabolisable 
energy from lipids with high 
level of polyunsaturated fatty 
acids  Laying hens  — Energy value (calculated 
according to EC method)  
 — Percentage of 
metabolisable energy from 
lipids  
— Content of poly -
unsaturated fatty acids  Up to 12 weeks   
67 Support the 
preparation for and 
recovery from sport 
effort  High level of selenium and a 
minimum content of 50 mg 
vitamin E per kg complete feed 
with moisture content of 12 %.  
The complementary feed may 
contain compounds of 
selenium in a concentration 
higher than 100 times the 
relevant fixed maximum 
content in com plete feed.  Equidae  Total amount of  
— vitamin E  
— selenium.  Up to 8 weeks 
before sport 
effort – Up to 4 
weeks after sport 
effort  The instructions for proper use  
for the feed shall ensure that the 
legal maximum contents of 
selenium for complete feed are 
respected.  
68 Support of liver 
function in the case of 
liver insufficiency  High level of highly digestible  
energy sources with moderate 
protein level, not exceeding a 
praecaecally digestible crude 
protein/metabolisable energy 
ratio of 5 -7.5 g/MJ and not 
exceeding 50 g of fat per kg of 
complete feed with a moisture 
of 12%.  
and 
High level of branched chain 
amino acids (BCAA)  with at 
least 12 g BCAA per kg of 
complete feed with a moisture 
of 12% and an amino acid 
relation of BCAA to aromatic 
amino acids (Fischer ratio) 
above 2.3  
and Equines  — Carbohydrate, fat and 
protein sources .  
— Treatment of 
carbohydrate sources , if 
appropriate  
— Ratio of  praecaecally 
digestible crude protein 
in g / metabolisable 
energy in MJ 
— Amount of branched 
chain amino acids  
— Ratio of branched 
chain amino acids / 
aroma tic amino acids 
(Fischer ratio)  Initially up to six 
months   1. Guidance should be 
provided on the manner in 
which the feed should be fed 
including many small meals 
per day.  
2. Indicate on the label ling:  
‘It is recommended that a 
veterinarian's opinion be 
sought before use or before 
extending the period of use.’   
EN 25  EN High concentration of Vitamin 
E with at least 100  mg per kg 
of complete feed with a 
moisture of 12%.  
and 
High concentration of Vitamin 
C with at least 1 g per kg of 
complete feed with a moisture 
of 12%.  
and 
High concentration of Zinc 
with at least 50 % of the 
permitted maximum content of 
complete feed wi th a moisture 
of 12%.  
and 
High concentration of 
Selenium with at least 50 % of 
the permitted maximum 
content of complete feed with 
a moisture of 12%.  
The complementary feed may 
contain zinc and/or selenium in 
a concentration higher than 
100 times the relev ant fixed 
maximum content.  
68 Support of renal 
function in the case of 
chronic renal 
insufficiency  Complementary feed 
contributin g to at least 10  to 
20% of the daily energy  supply  
(approximately 0.05  to 0.1 
MJ/kg BW075 per day).  
High density of energy with  
more than 8,8 MJ/kg feed with 
a moisture content of 88% . 
Highly digestible and highly  
palatable sources of starch.  
Restricted  protein level : ≤ 106 
g crude protein / kg feed with a 
moisture content of 88% . 
Level of sodium : 2 g / 100 kg  Equines  — Protein and energy 
source(s)  
— Calcium  
— Phosphorus  
— Potassium  
— Magnesium  
— Sodium  
— Omega -3 fatty acids , if 
added  Initially up to six 
months . 
Long term or 
until resolution of 
the issue  — Indicate on the labelling : 
‘It is recommended that a 
veterinarian's opinion be 
sought before use or befor e 
extending the period of use.  
The complementary feed 
should n ot be used in case 
of hypernatraemia and 
hyperchloraemia.  
The ration should ensure an 
energy supply of > 0.62 
MJ/kg BW075/day.  
The ration should not 
exceed 50 mg calcium/kg  
EN 26  EN BW per day. 
High level of omega -3 fatty  
acids: EPA+DHA ≥ 0.2 g per 
kg BW075 per day  DM/day.’   
— Indicate in the instructions 
for proper use : ‘Water should 
be available  at all times.’  
70 Compensation of 
electrolyte loss in the 
cases of heavy 
sweating  Must contain sodium chloride 
and should contain potassium 
chloride.  
The inclusion of other 
electrolyte salts is optional.  Equines  — Sodium  
— Chlorides  
— Potassium  
— Calcium  
— Magnesium  
 One to three days 
after heavy 
sweating.  Guidance shall be provided on 
the situations in which the use 
of the feed is appropriate.  
The  instructions for proper use  
must give  administration 
guidelines based on the duration 
and intensity of exercise 
performed relevant to the 
formulation and presentation of 
the feed  
Labelling must state ‘Water 
should be available at all times’  
In the case of the administration 
of elec trolytes not mixed with 
water (e.g. in feed or in syringe 
format) guidance must be given 
that Water must be available for 
at least 20 minutes or preferably 
for 1 hour post administration.   
Furthermore guidance must be 
given to: Monitor subsequent 
drinking , if insufficient water 
intake is observed veterinary 
advice should be sought.  
Guidance may optionally be 
given regarding the quantity of 
water (in litres) to be provided 
alongside in feed or syringed 
electrolytes.  
71  Support of energy 
metabolism and of  
the muscle function 
in the case of 
rhabdomyolosis  
 Starch and sugar not more 
than 20% of available energy.  
Crude fat more than 20% of 
availa ble energy  
Minimum of 350 I U Vitamin 
E / kg complete feed  with a Equines  Starch  
Sugar  
Crude fat  
Vitamin E  Initially for a 
minimum of 3 
months  Guidance shall be provided on 
the situations in which the use 
of this feed is appropriate.  
The instructions for proper use  
shall contain g uidance on the 
balance of the daily ration a nd  
EN 27  EN moisture content of 12%  the appropria te daily intake.  
Indicate on the labelling: "It is 
recommended that a 
veterinarian's opinion be sought 
before use."  
72 
Compensation for 
chronic digesti ve 
disorders of large 
intestine   — Starch content to provide <  
1 g / kg BW  / meal (<  0,5 g 
/ kg BW / meal, if diarrhoea 
present)  
— Cereal grains processed via 
a hydrothermal treatment , 
such as extrusion, 
micronisation, expansion or 
flaking , to improve small 
intestinal starch digestion  
— Additional supply  of water 
soluble vitamins  and 
adequate 
minerals/ electrolytes levels  
— Additional oil if no 
diarrhoea  Equines  Starch content  
Crude fat  
 
 
 
 
 Long term or 
until resolution 
of the issue  Guidance shall be provided  
— on the precise situations in 
which the use of the feed is 
appropriate , in particular 
whether the product is for 
use in animals with 
concurrent diarrhoea or not.  
—on meal size and forage 
intake.  
The instructions for proper use  
shall refer, depending on the oil 
content, to the potential gradual  
use and suggest a monitoring for 
diarrhoea.  
Indicate on the labelling  the 
processing used for the cereal 
grains . 
 
 
73 Compensation for 
chronic insufficiency 
of small intestine 
function  — Highly digestible fibres  
— High quality protein 
sources and lysin e > 4,3  % 
of crude protein  
— Total sugar and starch to 
provide a maximum of  0,5 
g / kg BW / meal    
— Cereal  grains  processed via 
a hydrothermal treatment, 
such as extrusion, 
micronisation, expansion or 
flaking , to improve pre -
caecal digestion  Equines  — Highly digestible feed 
materials including their 
processing , if 
appropriate.  
— Total sugar and starch  
— Protein sources  Long term or 
until resolution of 
the issue  — Guidance shall be provided 
on 
— the precise situations in 
which the  use of the feed is 
appropriate  
—meal size and forage 
intake.  
— The instructions for proper 
use shall refer, depending 
on the oil content, to the 
potential gradual  use and 
suggest a monitoring for 
diarrhoea.  
  
EN 28  EN (1) If appropriate the manufacturer may also recommend use for temporary renal insufficiency.  
(2) based on a diet with a dry matter energy density of 4000 kcal  Metabolisable Energy/kg calculated using the equation described in the FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines ( http://www.fediaf.org/self -
regulation/nutrition.html ). The values shall be adapted if the energy density deviates from the 4000 kcal  Metabolisable Energy/kg.  
(3) If the feed is recommended for temporary renal insufficiency the recommended peri od for use shall be two to four weeks.  
(4) In the case of feed for a particular intolerance , reference to the specific intolerance can replace ‘ingredient and nutrient’  
 (5) For cats a reference to ‘Feline hepatic lipidosis’ may be added  
(6) For cats, ‘feline lower urinary tract disease’ or ‘feline urological syndrome — FUS’ may be added.  
(7) Undersaturating properties: urine associated with crystal and stone dissolution and prevention of crystal precipitation and g rowth.  
(8) The persons resp onsible for the labelling of the feed shall deliver a declaration of conformity, which refers to the proof of compliance with the essent ial nutritional characteristics  
(9) Metastabilising properties: urine associated with prevention of crystal precipitation.  
(10) ‘exocrine pancreatic insufficiency ’ may be added.  
(11) The minimum recommendations according to the FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines ( http://www.fediaf.org/self -regul ation/nutrition.html ) for all essential fatty acids shall be met in the daily ration . 
(12) based on a diet with a dry matter energy density of 3500 kcal  Metabolisable Energy/kg calculated using the equation described in the FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines  
(http://www.fediaf.org/self -regulation/nutrition.html ). The values shall be adapted if the energy density deviates from the 3500 kcal  Metabolisable Energy/kg.  
(13)Metabolisable Energy/kg calculated using the equation described in the FEDIAF (2018) Nutritional Guidelines for Complete and Complementary Pet Food for Cats and Dogs  
(14) FEDIAF (2018) Nutritional Guidelines for Complete and Complementary Pet Food for Cats and Dogs  . 
(15) In the case of feed for dairy cows: ‘maximum two months from the start of  lactation’.  
(16) Indicate the category of ruminants concerned . 
(17) DCAD (mEq/kg DM) = (Na + K) - (Cl + S).  
(18) The term ‘ketosis’ may be replaced by ‘acetonaemia’  and the person responsible for the labelling may also recommend the use for ketosis recupe ration.  
(19) Calculated by the Strong Ion Difference method (SID -Value): SID is the difference between the sums of concentrations of the strong cations and strong anions; [SID] = [mmol Na+ /l] + [mmol K+ /l] 
+ [mmol Ca++ /l] + [mmol Mg++ /l] – [mmol Cl- /l] – [mmol Other Strong Anions/l].