Balloxx Knowledge Bank
Clear explanations of ingredients, nutrition concepts, and health topics for dogs and cats.
7-Day Food Transition
Switch kibble gradually over seven days: a quarter more new food every two days. With soft stools: extend to 10 to 14 days.
Calcium & Phosphorus in Puppies
A controlled Ca:P balance supports healthy bone growth, crucial for large breeds, differently tuned for smaller puppies.
Cranberry Extract
Plant extract that can support the urinary environment, relevant for indoor cats and cats with sensitive urinary tracts.
Crude Ash
Crude ash on the label = natural minerals (Ca, P, Mg), not waste or filler.
Exclusion Diet & Food Intolerance
An exclusion diet helps separate protein allergies from gut sensitivity, with a novel protein and strict feeding for 8 to 12 weeks.
Glucosamine & Chondroitin
Building blocks for cartilage and joint fluid, support active, large and senior dogs in daily nutrition.
Grain-Free vs. Grain-Inclusive
Grain-free is not automatically better. Choose potato or pea versus digestible rice based on your pet.
Hydrolyzed Protein
Proteins broken into small peptides that trigger the immune system less easily, relevant for sensitive dogs.
Indoor & Sterilized Cats
Lower activity calls for calorie control, hairball fibre and urinary comfort, typical for indoor cats.
Prebiotics (FOS & MOS)
Dietary fibres that feed beneficial gut bacteria and support digestion and stool quality in sensitive dogs and cats.
Salmon Oil (Omega-3 & 6)
Essential fatty acids that support skin, coat and inflammatory balance, relevant for itching and dry skin.
Senior: Kidneys & Joints
Moderated phosphorus and joint support for older dogs, everyday senior food, not a prescription renal diet.
Single Protein (Monoprotein)
Formulas with one animal protein source help with elimination. Read the full label, including snacks.
Small-Breed Kibble
Higher energy density and smaller kibble pieces, tailored to mini dogs up to about 10 kg.
Struvite & Urine Acidification
Struvite crystals form in alkaline urine. A diet with urine acidification and restricted magnesium belongs only under veterinary guidance.
Yucca schidigera
Plant extract that can support gut flora and stool quality, often combined with prebiotics in puppy and adult formulas.