Is Companino Vitalive Terrine appropriate for all dog life stages, or is it best suited for adult dogs?

The formula is designed as a complete adult-dog diet; puppies and senior dogs with special nutritional needs may require a diet with higher protein or tailored nutrient levels, so veterinary guidance is recommended.

What is the main protein source in this terrine, and how does the inclusion of cereals affect a dog's digestion?

The primary protein comes from a mixture of meat and animal by-products, including beef, and the product also contains about 12.5% cereals, which provide carbohydrates but can be less digestible for dogs that are sensitive to grain; the diet is therefore not grain-free.

Does the high moisture and moderate fat content make this terrine suitable for overweight or indoor dogs?

Yes, the 80% moisture lowers the overall calorie density and the modest 4% crude fat help keep the energy content lower than many dry foods, making it a good choice for weight-managed or less active dogs when portions are controlled.

Carrefour • 1.2 kg

Companino Vitalive Terrine* *pour chien

Petfood

Product Insights

Companino Vitalive Terrine for dogs is a 1.2-kg moist, complete dog food marketed by Carrefour. It contains roughly 50% meat and animal by-products (including beef), 12.5% cereals, a mineral blend, and provides about 7% crude protein, 4% crude fat and 80% moisture, while being fortified with vitamin D3, iodine, manganese and zinc and labeled free of artificial flavors and preservatives. However, the product is classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and includes additives such as colorants, gum cassia (E427) and other technological agents, which lower its nutrient density compared with less processed diets.

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Fruits & Vegetables0 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with typical dry kibble that contains only 10-12% moisture, this wet terrine's 80% moisture and modest protein and fat levels position it as a low-calorie, highly hydrating option for dogs that prefer a softer texture.

Ingredients

Viandes et sous-produits animaux (dont bœuf 4%), céréales, substances minérales. _Constituants analytiques:_ Protéine brute: 7%, Matières grasses brutes: 4%, Cendres brutes: 3%, Cellulose brute: 0,4%, Humidité: 80%. _Additifs (/kg):_ Colorants. _Additifs nutritionnels:_ Vitamine D3: 200 U.I., iodure de potassium: 0,2 mg (iode: 0,15mg), Oxyde de manganèse (II): 0,8 mg (Manganèse: 0,62 mg), Sulfate de zinc monohydraté: 18 mg (Zinc: 6,56 mg). _Additifs technologiques:_ gomme cassia: 2,2g

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Carrefour

400 g