Brit Premium Adult L, 15 kg is a complete dry food with chicken for adult large breed dogs weighing 25–45 kg. Chicken makes up 45% (25% dehydrated and 20% deboned), followed by oats, wheat, chicken fat, maize, dried apples, salmon oil 2%, hydrolysed chicken liver, brewer's yeast and collagen. It contains sources of glucosamine (crustacean shells, 210 mg/kg) and chondroitin (cartilage, 150 mg/kg), green-lipped mussel, herbs with turmeric, yucca, chamomile, blueberries and prebiotics. Analysis: protein 27%, fat 14%, fibre 2%, ash 7%, calcium 1.5%, phosphorus 1.1%, omega-3 0.2%, omega-6 1.6%. Energy: 3770 kcal/kg.
What the manufacturer claims
Brit promises three effects: healthy skin and a shiny coat from salmon oil, joint and mobility support from collagen, crustaceans and green-lipped mussel, and immune support from herbs, fruit and turmeric. Mannan-oligosaccharides and fructo-oligosaccharides should support gut flora.
Key specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| For | adult large breed dogs 25–45 kg |
| Main protein | chicken 45% |
| Protein | 27% |
| Fat | 14% |
| Calcium / phosphorus | 1.5% / 1.1% |
| Glucosamine / chondroitin | 210 / 150 mg/kg |
| Energy | 3770 kcal/kg |
| Weight | 15 kg |
Pros
- Chicken comes first. 45%, with the split between dried and fresh stated.
- Moderate calories. 3770 kcal/kg for large dogs without excess weight.
- Salmon oil. A source of omega-3 for skin and coat.
- Joint support. Glucosamine, chondroitin, collagen, green-lipped mussel.
- Chelated trace minerals. Zinc, iron, copper and manganese in a well-absorbed form.
- Natural antioxidants. Tocopherols and rosemary.
Cons and what to watch
- Wheat and maize. Not for dogs with grain intolerance.
- Low joint actives. 210 mg/kg of glucosamine is prevention, not treatment.
- No feeding table. The listing refers to a table that is not there.
- Only 0.2% omega-3. May be too little for problem skin.
Joint actives in food
Glucosamine and chondroitin in food are a nice extra, but the amounts are small. A 35 kg dog eats about 400 g of food a day and gets roughly 85 mg of glucosamine, while dedicated supplements provide many times more. If your dog already has joint problems, add a joint supplement — see joint supplements for dogs.
How much to feed
The listing does not include a feeding table. Follow the bag: the daily amount is split into 1–2 meals. Do not overfeed a large dog — extra weight strains the joints. Watch the body shape: the ribs should be felt under a thin layer of fat. The food can be given dry or soaked in warm water.
Switching foods
If your dog ate another food before, switch gradually over 7–10 days by mixing Brit Premium with the old food and increasing its share. A sudden change often upsets digestion in large dogs. Fresh water should always be available.
Large dogs and bloat
Large, deep-chested dogs are at risk of gastric torsion. Do not feed them right before or right after vigorous exercise, split the ration into two meals and do not let them eat a huge portion at once. More on choosing food in food for large breed dogs: how to choose.
Other foods in the range
For medium dogs there is Brit Premium Adult M, for giant breeds Adult XL, and for large breed puppies Junior L. Active dogs suit Brit Premium Sport, and dogs prone to weight gain Light.
Storage
A large dog gets through a 15 kg bag in about a month. Store the food in a cool, dry place and close the bag tightly or transfer the food to an airtight container so the fats do not oxidise.
Who it suits
The food suits healthy adult large breed dogs of 25–45 kg with moderate activity and no allergy to grains or chicken. More options are in food for large breed dogs and dry dog food.
Verdict
Brit Premium Adult L is a balanced food for large dogs with 45% chicken, moderate calories, salmon oil and joint actives at a preventive level. The downsides are wheat and maize in the recipe, small amounts of joint actives and omega-3, and no feeding table in the listing.
FAQ
Which dogs is it for?
Adult large breed dogs weighing 25–45 kg.
How much chicken is in it?
45%: 25% dried and 20% deboned.
Does it contain grains?
Yes, oats, wheat and maize.
How many calories?
3770 kcal/kg.
Are the joint actives enough for arthritis?
No, it is a preventive dose; a separate supplement is needed.
How many meals a day?
1–2; two is better for large dogs.
Can it be soaked?
Yes, in warm water.
