Virbac Dog – Hypoallergy (Fish)

Virbac Dog – Hypoallergy Fish (Veterinary HPM)

Product Overview
A **strict elimination diet** featuring extensively hydrolysed fish protein and a single purified carbohydrate (potato starch), designed to reduce ingredient and nutrient tolerances causing skin or digestive issues in adult and senior dogs:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.

Key Benefits

• Hydrolysed fish protein (24%) – peptides <2 kDa help prevent immune reactions in allergy-prone dogs:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
• Digestive support – includes clay, probiotics, prebiotics & fibre to improve gut tolerance and nutrient absorption:contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.
• High palatability – animal fats and fish flavor appeal to picky eaters during elimination trials:contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
• Skin & coat health – balanced omega‑3/6 FA support barrier function and coat condition:contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.
• Urinary wellness – mineral balance and pH control help maintain urinary health:contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.

Ingredients

Potato starch; hydrolysed fish protein (24%); animal fats; lignocellulose; minerals; hydrolysed pork/poultry proteins; beet pulp; FOS; brewer’s yeast; mono‑/di‑/triglycerides; *Lactobacillus acidophilus*; chondroitin sulfate; clay (bentonite); L‑carnitine:contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}.

Guaranteed Analysis (% as fed)

• Moisture 9%
• Crude Protein 24%
• Crude Fat 18%
• Crude Fibre 4.5%
• Starch 36%
• Omega‑6 FAs 3% | Omega‑3 FAs 0.5%
• Calcium 0.9% | Phosphorus 0.7%
• Energy ~377 kcal/100 g (calculated) / 384 kcal/100 g (measured in vivo):contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

Clinical Indications

• Food intolerance/allergy with GI signs (e.g., diarrhea, malabsorption)
• Food intolerance/allergy with dermatological signs (e.g., itching, redness)
• Used as strict elimination diet during allergy trials:contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Contraindications

• Puppies, pregnant or lactating dogs
• Dogs with chronic kidney disease (avoid due to phosphorus content)

Available Formats

• Dry kibble in 3 kg, 7 kg, or 12 kg bags