Brit Functional Snack Light, 150 g is a functional semi-moist dog treat with rabbit and papaya from the Czech maker Brit. It helps maintain optimal condition: rabbit is a lean protein, while psyllium and bamboo lignocellulose provide fibre for satiety. It's free from grain and potato, with 3% fat and 1000 mg/kg L-carnitine. According to the manufacturer, fulvic acids support nutrient absorption, and cantaloupe melon extract provides antioxidants.
Why a "light" treat
Treats are a common hidden cause of weight gain: owners count food portions but forget the snacks given through the day. If your dog is slimming down, there's no need to stop rewards — just choose lower-fat treats and count their calories. This snack has only 3% fat and plenty of fibre, so it suits training dogs on a diet. More in excess weight in cats and dogs.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | semi-moist functional treat |
| Protein | rabbit 26% |
| Protein / fat | 28% / 3% |
| Fibre | 4% |
| L-carnitine | 1000 mg/kg |
| Energy | 2950 kcal/kg |
| Free from | grain and potato |
| Weight | 150 g |
Ingredients
Dehydrated rabbit (26%), pumpkin (20%), liquid vegetable starch (14%), red lentils (11%), rabbit protein (10%), bamboo lignocellulose (5%), rabbit juice (5%), collagen (4%), psyllium seeds and husks (2%), dried papaya (1%), salmon oil (1%), fulvic acid (0.5%), minerals and cantaloupe melon extract. Preservatives are citric and malic acid. For reading labels, see how to read pet food ingredients.
Pros
- Only 3% fat. Suits dogs on a diet.
- Rabbit first. Lean protein, 28% overall.
- High fibre. Psyllium, pumpkin and bamboo lignocellulose.
- 1000 mg/kg L-carnitine. Involved in fat metabolism.
- Grain- and potato-free. For sensitive dogs.
- Calories stated. 2950 kcal/kg makes them easy to count.
Cons
- Still calories. At 2950 kcal/kg, treats must be counted in the diet.
- Contains lentils. Legumes don't suit every dog.
- Price. Costs more than ordinary treats.
- Not a magic pill. Without portion control and exercise, a dog won't lose weight.
How to use them
Give the snacks daily as training rewards or as treats through the day. Break them into small pieces — for your dog, the reward itself matters more than its size. Treats shouldn't exceed 10% of daily calories: if you give a lot, reduce the food portion. Make sure fresh water is always available. More in training treats for dogs.
Treats and a diet food
The best results come from a combination: a lower-calorie food, accurately measured portions, low-calorie treats and walks. As a main food for overweight dogs, Brit Premium Light is one option. On amounts, see how much food to give a dog per day.
Other Brit functional snacks
The Brit Functional Snack range has treats for different needs: joints — Mobility, coat — Skin & Coat, teeth — Dental. You can rotate them, but while slimming it's best to stick with Light.
Storage
Close the pack tightly after opening so the semi-moist snacks don't dry out. Store somewhere cool and dry, out of the sun. It's handy to portion out the day's treats into a separate container or a training pouch: that way you can see how many you've given and won't exceed the allowance. Don't carry leftovers over to the next day — count them in the overall diet.
Who it suits
Owners of overweight dogs or dogs prone to weight gain, neutered and less active dogs, and anyone who trains a lot and wants lower-calorie rewards. More treats are in the dog treats section.
Verdict
Brit Functional Snack Light is a semi-moist treat with rabbit, pumpkin and psyllium, just 3% fat and L-carnitine, free from grain and potato. A handy reward for dogs that are slimming down or prone to weight gain. The downsides are that it still has calories to count and contains lentils.
FAQ
How much fat does it contain?
3%.
How many calories?
2950 kcal/kg.
What's the main protein?
Rabbit, 26%.
Does it contain grain?
No, it's grain- and potato-free.
How much L-carnitine?
1000 mg/kg.
Can it be given every day?
Yes, the manufacturer recommends daily use as a reward.
How much does the pack weigh?
150 g.
